Mini VIN Decoder

What is a VIN?

VIN stands for Vehicle Identification Number and, since 1981, is expressed as a 17-character serial number. Each of the positions in a VIN describes a specific aspect of the vehicle

Example VIN for 2011 Ford Fiesta

The World Manufacturer Identification code, with the first character identifying the country of assembly (e.g. 1:United States)

Characters used to identify vehicle attributes such as body style, model and engine type. Each manufacturer uses this section differently

A Check Digit used to algorithmatically validate the entire VIN

Indicates the model year of the vehicle (e.g. B:1987 or 2011). Must sometimes be read with postion 7 in the VIN, in order to make an accurate determination

The plant in which the vehicle was manufactured. The code varies with each manufacturer

These last six digits are used to identify a specific vehicle within the border Year/Make/Model class

Where do I find the VIN?

If you are shopping for a New or Used vehicle you will usually find the VIN with the published listing information

You can also find a car's VIN in the following locations on the driver's side:

At the base of the windshield
In the doorjamb

Our free VIN Decoder allows you to obtain a vehicle's information instantly.

Just enter a VIN in the above field, click the DECODE button, and obtain:

Engine Specifications
Available Styles and Trims
Exterior and Interior Colors
Interior, Exterior and Safety Equipment
Vehicle Features and Technical Specifications
And more!

We support 17-character VINs from 1981 to the present.

Note: This product is intended to provide a general description of the information generated by the entered vehicle's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and some pieces of data may be general to that specific model and not entirely accurate for the vehicle specified.

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