How To Order A Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Online
- Stacey Kelley
- Aug 8, 2024
- 5 min read
Updated: Jul 20
Need to order a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)? Global Background Screening makes it easy for employers, organizations, and individuals to order driving record checks online. View transparent pricing, securely collect applicant authorization, and track your order through one convenient platform.
An MVR provides information about an individual’s driving history, including license status, traffic violations, suspensions, and other available driving-related records. Employers commonly use MVRs when screening applicants who will operate company vehicles, transport passengers, make deliveries, travel between job sites, or drive as part of their regular duties.
Order a Motor Vehicle Report Online
Select the appropriate option below to view pricing and begin your order:
What is a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)?
A Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), sometimes called a driving record, driver record, or motor vehicle history report, contains information maintained by a state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or licensing authority.
An MVR may include:
Driver's license status
License class and endorsements
Traffic violations
License suspensions or revocations
Reportable accidents
DUI/DWI convictions
Failure-to-appear actions
Court-related license actions
Expiration dates
Employers frequently request Motor Vehicle Reports for positions involving company vehicles, commercial driving, transportation, healthcare, delivery services, field technicians, and sales representatives.
Who Uses Motor Vehicle Reports?
Motor Vehicle Reports are commonly ordered by:
Employers
Transportation companies
Trucking companies
Delivery services
Healthcare organizations
Volunteer organizations
Government contractors
Insurance companies
Property managers (when driving is part of the position)
Individuals reviewing their own driving history
If you're hiring employees, an MVR is often only one part of a complete background screening program.
Learn more about our complete Employment Background Check Services: https://www.globalbackgroundscreening.com/employment-background-check
What Does a Motor Vehicle Report Show?
A typical motor vehicle report includes:
Driver License Information
License number
Current status
Class
Endorsements
Restrictions
Expiration date
Driving Violations
Depending on the jurisdiction, reports may include:
Speeding citations
Reckless driving
DUI / DWI
License suspensions
Failure to appear
License revocations
Serious traffic offenses
Reportable Accidents
Many states also include reportable accidents and other driving-related actions that may affect employment decisions.
How to Order a Motor Vehicle Report
Ordering an MVR is straightforward with Global Background Screening. Our user-friendly online screening platform allows you to check out in seconds, with no setup or yearly fees.
You can order a Motor Vehicle Report at any time. If you need additional services, like criminal, civil, drug testing, or even social media screening, simply add it to the order.
Select the purpose of the background check to go to the appropriate portal:
If you're choosing an MVR in the USA, select the applicant's current state of residence. If you don't know, select "I don't know".
Within the checkout portal, specify exactly the purpose of the Motor Vehicle Report:
Need a Criminal background check with your MVR? You can select numerous background check services with your MVR if needed:
Can You Order a Motor Vehicle Report in Different States?
Yes.
Motor Vehicle Reports are typically obtained based on the applicant's driver's license issuing jurisdiction.
Whether your applicant lives in Georgia, Florida, California, Texas, New York, or another state, our platform guides you through selecting the appropriate report.
We also offer international Motor Vehicle Reports in many countries.
Learn more about our worldwide screening capabilities: https://www.globalbackgroundscreening.com/international-background-check
How Far Back Does a Motor Vehicle Report Go for Employment?
Below is a list of how far employers can go by state with Global Background Screening. The most common MVR background check that employers order is a 3 year motor vehicle report.
Report Length | States Available |
3-Year MVR | Alabama • Alaska • Arkansas • California • Connecticut • Delaware • District of Columbia • Florida • Georgia • Hawaii • Idaho • Illinois • Indiana • Iowa • Kentucky • Louisiana • Maine • Maryland • Massachusetts • Michigan • Minnesota • Mississippi • Missouri • Montana • Nebraska • Nevada • New Hampshire • New Mexico • New York • North Carolina • North Dakota • Ohio • Oklahoma • Oregon • Pennsylvania (Insurance) • Pennsylvania (Employment) • Rhode Island • South Carolina • South Dakota • Tennessee • Texas • Utah • Vermont • Virginia • Washington • Wisconsin • Wyoming |
5-Year MVR | Arizona • Kansas • Minnesota • New Jersey • Texas |
7-Year MVR | Colorado • Florida • Georgia • Pennsylvania (Employment) • West Virginia |
39-Month MVR | Arizona |
How Long Does a Motor Vehicle Report Take?
The processing time for an MVR can vary depending on the state. However, our platform is designed to expedite the process, providing results swiftly. Generally, you can expect to receive your report within a few minutes to a few days.
How Much is a Motor Vehicle Report?
The cost of an MVR can vary by state and the depth of the report required. For precise pricing, visit the appropriate checkout portal (USA or International) or contact our customer service.
Is Applicant Authorization Required?
Yes.
For employment-related Motor Vehicle Reports, applicants must authorize the screening before a report can be processed.
Global Background Screening automatically sends electronic authorization forms and securely collects the required information after you place your order, helping streamline the hiring process while supporting compliance with applicable screening requirements.
International Motor Vehicle Reports
At Global Background Screening, we extend our Motor Vehicle Report services beyond the United States to over 100 countries. We understand the importance of having access to comprehensive driving records for individuals who have international driving experience. Our international MVR services cover numerous countries, ensuring you have the information you need no matter where your applicant has driven.
Comprehensive Coverage: We offer MVRs from countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. This broad reach allows employers to verify driving records globally, ensuring they hire safe and reliable drivers. View country to country details and pricing: International License Verification Pricing
International Compliance: Our reports comply with international data protection laws and standards, ensuring that the information provided is accurate, up-to-date, and legally obtained.
Easy Access: Our platform simplifies the process of ordering international MVRs, providing quick and reliable access to driver license verifications worldwide.
Order a Motor Vehicle Report Online Today
Whether you're screening one applicant or hundreds of drivers each year, Global Background Screening makes ordering Motor Vehicle Reports simple.
You'll receive:
Transparent pricing before checkout
No setup fees
Secure electronic applicant authorization
Online status tracking
Fast turnaround times
The ability to add criminal background checks, employment verification, drug testing, social media screening, and more—all within the same order.
Start your order today by visiting our Employment Background Check Services page:
For more information on MVRs, you can check out these government resources:
