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THAT CAR NZ

Check car history, money owing and ownership -100% New Zealand owned.

Auckland, NZThat Car LimitedFounded 2019
THAT CAR NZ logo
Website
100%
New Zealand owned
$11.95
Full vehicle report price
30 sec
Typical report delivery time
NZ Gov
Multiple government registers searched
All types
Cars, bikes, vans, trucks, buses, trailers
Plate/VIN
Search by plate number or 17-char VIN

Overview

THAT CAR NZ is a 100% New Zealand-owned vehicle history and background check service operated by That Car Limited, based at Suite 12163, 17B Farnham Street, Parnell, Auckland. The platform provides comprehensive vehicle reports by searching multiple NZ Government registers, delivering results in a clear, single-page report format typically within 30 seconds of purchase. The service covers cars, motorcycles, vans, trucks, buses, motorhomes, and trailers - any vehicle in New Zealand with a plate number or 17-character VIN. THAT CAR NZ is the third of three NZ vehicle history report providers, alongside CARJAM and MotorWeb, positioning itself as a straightforward, affordable alternative with full reports priced at NZ$11.95. Reports include money owing checks (searching current plates, past plates, VIN, and chassis numbers for registered security interests), stolen status verification from the NZ Motor Vehicle Register (updated directly by Police), ownership history with dates and non-individual owner details, vehicle fitness and damage records, importation and registration details, odometer readings with consistency checks, vehicle usage history (taxi, rental, goods transport, agriculture), and registration plate history. The platform also offers free basic vehicle information and recall warnings at no charge, along with business services including bulk reporting, API access, and ongoing monthly reporting for dealerships and fleet operators. THAT CAR NZ emphasises its New Zealand ownership and the use of official government data sources, distinguishing itself in a market segment dominated by larger players.

Products & Services

ThatCar Report

Comprehensive NZ vehicle report priced at NZ$11.95, covering money owing (current plates, past plates, VIN, chassis), stolen status, ownership history, vehicle fitness, damage history, importation details, registration, RUC/licence status, vehicle usage history, plate history, and odometer readings with consistency checks. Delivered instantly in a single clear report.

Free Basic Vehicle Check

Free lookup of basic vehicle information and recall warnings using a plate number or VIN. Available to genuine customers, with restrictions on bulk automated queries.

Owner Check

Quick ownership verification showing current registered owner details for a vehicle.

Business Services

Bulk vehicle reporting, API access, and ongoing monthly reports for dealerships, finance companies, and fleet operators. Available via business login portal.

History

19
2019

That Car Limited registered in New Zealand. THAT CAR NZ launched as a vehicle history check service focused on affordability and simplicity.

20
2020

Expanded report features to include past-plate money owing searches, addressing a common gap where finance is registered against old plate numbers.

22
2022

Launched business services portal with bulk reporting, API access, and monthly reporting for dealerships and fleet operators.

24
2024

Added comprehensive guide content covering vehicle ownership checks, money owing verification, and buyer education resources.

Leadership

Leadership unknown.

RUC Involvement

THAT CAR NZ includes RUC (Road User Charges) licence and status information within its vehicle reports, with a dedicated 'Subject to RUC' field (Yes/No) in the Registration & Licence section. This helps buyers verify whether a diesel or electric vehicle is subject to distance-based road user charges and whether its RUC obligations are current. The information is sourced from the NZ Motor Vehicle Register and helps potential buyers identify any outstanding RUC liabilities before purchasing a vehicle.

Market Position

  • RUC licence status included in the NZ$11.95 ThatCar Report
  • One of the most affordable vehicle history report services in New Zealand
  • 100% New Zealand owned - differentiated from competitor platforms
  • Data sourced from multiple NZ Government registers

Policy Positions

  • Operates as a consumer vehicle data service rather than a direct RUC policy participant
  • Contributes to RUC awareness by including RUC status in vehicle buyer reports

Notable Events

No notable events found for this organization.

Company Information

THAT CAR LIMITED

Registered
Company Number

5866308

NZBN

9429042119326

Entity Type

NZ Limited Company

Incorporated

17 Dec 2015

Registered Office

Suite 12163, 17b Farnham Street, Parnell, Auckland, 1052, New Zealand

Industry

J592130 - Data processing service

Directors (1)

Anton Ilmyanov

Auckland, New Zealand

17 Dec 2015

Shareholders (1)

100 total shares

Anton Ilmyanov

100 shares · Auckland, New Zealand

100.00%

Source: NZ Companies Office · Last checked February 2026

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