How to Check Where Your Vehicle's Green Book is Mortgaged?
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To check where your vehicle's Green Book is mortgaged, you can follow these methods: 1. Check the Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate: When purchasing a vehicle, you will receive a Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate. You can check the status on the certificate to see if there is any mention of 'mortgage'; 2. Inquire at the Vehicle Management Department; 3. Check with the Traffic Police Department: By inquiring about the status of your purchased vehicle at the Traffic Police Department, if it shows 'mortgaged,' it means the vehicle is under mortgage. If it shows 'normal,' then it is not a mortgaged vehicle. The Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate is essentially the vehicle's household registration book, commonly known as the 'Green Book' due to its green color. During the mortgage period, the Green Book is held by the Vehicle Management Office on behalf of the owner. After the mortgage is lifted, it is kept by the vehicle owner and does not need to be carried in the vehicle.
When I bought a car before, I was also worried about whether the green book (vehicle registration certificate) had a mortgage. So I took out the vehicle registration certificate and carefully checked it. I turned to the second page to look for the mortgage registration section, where the mortgagee, such as the name of the bank, would be stated. If you are unsure or have lost the green book, you can directly drive to the local DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) window and ask. Bring your ID card and driver's license, and they can check it in their system immediately. It’s a good habit to regularly log in to the Traffic Management 12123 APP. After registering, you can check the vehicle status at a glance—this method saves time and avoids the risk of false information. The mortgage status affects whether the car can be sold or driven out, so don’t take it lightly. I once encountered a friend who didn’t check clearly before trading and later got into debt disputes, requiring extra effort to resolve and reissue documents. Remember to check frequently to prevent problems before they arise and protect your personal rights.
