One number that summarizes a vehicle's history risk.
The DriveEvidence Score condenses title status, accidents, odometer data, and more into a single 0–100 rating — so you can compare vehicles at a glance.
What is the DriveEvidence Score?
Reading a full vehicle history report means reviewing dozens of individual data points. The DriveEvidence Score distills that same information into one number from 0 to 100, giving buyers an at-a-glance signal of how much risk a vehicle's reported history carries, without needing to interpret every record manually.
How it works
Every DriveEvidence Vehicle Intelligence Report is analyzed across a set of history factors. Each factor contributes to the overall score based on its presence and severity — a salvage title or multiple accidents will lower a score more than a single minor ownership change.
What factors may influence the score
Title status
Clean titles score higher than salvage, rebuilt, flood, or lemon law brands.
Accident history
The number and reported severity of accidents on record.
Odometer consistency
Whether recorded mileage is consistent or shows signs of rollback.
Theft & recovery
Any reported theft or recovery events tied to the vehicle.
Open recalls
Outstanding NHTSA safety recalls that haven't been remedied.
Ownership pattern
Number of owners and usage type (personal, fleet, rental).
Example score bands
Low risk indicators found in available history data.
Minor items worth reviewing, but no major red flags.
Some concerns that warrant careful attention before buying.
Significant risk factors such as branded titles or major accidents.
Important disclaimer
The score assists — it doesn't replace an inspection
The DriveEvidence Score is designed to help buyers compare vehicles quickly using available history data. It does not determine mechanical condition, predict future reliability, or certify the accuracy of underlying data sources. Always obtain a professional pre-purchase inspection before finalizing any vehicle purchase. See our data sources for more on where history data comes from.
Frequently asked questions
What is the DriveEvidence Score?
The DriveEvidence Score is a proprietary 0–100 rating that synthesizes multiple vehicle history factors — title status, accidents, odometer consistency, theft records, recalls, and ownership pattern — into a single number, so buyers can compare vehicles quickly.
How is the score calculated?
The score weighs the severity and combination of history factors found in a vehicle's available records. Vehicles with clean titles, no reported accidents, consistent odometer readings, and no open recalls score highest; branded titles, multiple accidents, or odometer anomalies lower the score.
Does a high score guarantee the vehicle is problem-free?
No. The DriveEvidence Score reflects available history data only. Not every event is reported to data systems, so the score is a helpful signal, not a guarantee. It's designed to assist your decision, not replace a professional pre-purchase inspection.
Where can I see a vehicle's DriveEvidence Score?
The DriveEvidence Score is included in every DriveEvidence Vehicle Intelligence Report and appears on the printable Verified History Window Sticker™.
Can I compare scores across multiple vehicles?
Yes. Vehicles you've looked up are saved to your dashboard when you create a free account, where you can view and compare DriveEvidence Scores side-by-side.
See a vehicle's DriveEvidence Score
Run a free VIN check, then get the full report to see the score.