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Where to find the VIN
Frequently asked questions
What is a VIN?+
A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a car’s unique 17-character code. It encodes the manufacturer and country of assembly, the model year, the assembly plant, and a serial number, plus a check digit that helps detect tampering.
How do I check a VIN for free?+
Paste the 17-character VIN into AutoFindr’s free VIN decoder. It reads the make, model year and country of origin instantly, in your browser, with no account or payment — a quick first check that the car matches the seller’s claims.
Does the VIN decoder work worldwide?+
Yes. The decoder works for vehicles from any region — including the US, Europe and Asia — because the manufacturer and origin are encoded in the VIN itself under a global standard.
What can a VIN reveal about a used car’s history?+
The VIN itself shows make, year and origin. Looked up against history databases, it can also reveal accident and write-off records, mileage-rollback, outstanding finance, theft records and previous owners.
How do I get a full vehicle-history report?+
Run the VIN through a history provider such as carVertical for the full recorded history. AutoFindr readers get 20% off carVertical with the code AUTOFINDR.