Engine number check

[guest1405]

I'm looking to buy a second hand Honda engine but don't want to risk buying one that's been taken out of a stolen bike. I have seen one and taken a note of the engine number, I guess the fact that it has not been erased is a good sign! I'd still like to check though but can't see anywhere on line to check whether its ok or not. Any ideas out there?

[max]

I'm sure your local friendly constabulary would be able to tell you if the number matches a stolen item?