VICROADS has launched a new vehicle report for purchasers of secondhand vehicles.

VicRoads said the new report is the only one available that includes Victorian registration information including registration and transfer history plus information from previous roadworthy checks.

The report aims to arm consumers with information that can help them to make informed decisions on price and safety when buying a second-hand vehicle.

Valuable information that purchasers of the VicRoads Vehicle Report will be able to access before buying, include:

• Previous roadworthy results

• Registration and transfer history

• Recorded odometer readings

• Financial liability check (including an official PPSR certificate)

• Safety and emission ratings

• Stolen and written off status

• Plus a comparison feature, presenting buyers with recent sale prices for similar vehicles in the last three months.

"Buying a second-hand vehicle can be a confusing experience for many Victorians," said VicRoads Registration and Licensing Services Chief Executive Officer, Giles Thompson.

"That's why we're delighted to launch the VicRoads Vehicle Report today.

"This will ensure that customers have a more holistic picture of the vehicle’s condition, value and more importantly safety, so that they can then compare it to similar vehicles they may be looking to buy."

The Vehicle Report will be available to customers to purchase and download via the VicRoads website for $27.65 (including GST) and will also be available to secondhand car dealers.

The VicRoads Vehicle Report is available for cars, motorcycles, caravans, trailers and heavy vehicles.