Car VIN Code Query

Tool Introduction

"Car VIN Code Query" is a convenient and practical online tool designed to help users quickly and accurately parse car VIN codes (Vehicle Identification Number, commonly known as "chassis number") and obtain various detailed vehicle information. By entering the 17-digit VIN code, you can instantly query the vehicle's manufacturer, brand, specific model, year, engine model, gearbox type, size parameters, fuel consumption, emission standards, and other rich configuration information. It is a powerful assistant for understanding your car, verifying vehicle information, and conducting used car transactions.

How to Use

1. Open the "Car VIN Code Query" tool page.
2. Find the input box labeled "VIN Code" on the page.
3. Paste or manually enter the car VIN code (chassis number) you want to query into this input box. Please ensure the VIN code is an accurate 17-digit combination of letters and numbers.
4. Click the "Query" button (or similar submit button) on the page.
5. Wait a moment, the query results will be displayed in a list or table format at the bottom of the page, containing detailed parameter information of the vehicle you queried.

Input Parameter Description:

• VIN Code: Required, a 17-character string consisting of uppercase letters and numbers. Please note that the VIN code does not contain the letters "I", "O", and "Q".

Output Result Description:

The query results will display various detailed vehicle information in a structured list, including but not limited to manufacturer name, brand, model name, year, engine parameters, gearbox information, body dimensions, fuel consumption, emission standards, fuel type, guide price, etc., allowing users to clearly and intuitively understand all key vehicle data.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is a VIN code and what is its purpose?
• A: The VIN code (Vehicle Identification Number), commonly known as the "chassis number", is the car's "ID number", consisting of 17 characters. It contains key information such as the vehicle's country of manufacture, manufacturer, year, model characteristics, assembly plant, and production serial number. The VIN code can accurately identify the vehicle's identity, avoid information confusion, and is often used in vehicle registration, insurance, maintenance, used car transactions, and other links.
• Q: Where can I find my car's VIN code?
• A: The VIN code can usually be found in the following locations: the lower left corner of the front windshield, the driver's side door frame (below the B-pillar), the nameplate in the engine compartment, the vehicle's driving license, purchase invoice, or insurance certificate.
• Q: Which car brands and models are supported by this tool for VIN code queries?
• A: This tool theoretically supports queries for car brands worldwide that comply with the ISO 3779 standard VIN encoding rules. Most passenger cars, SUVs, and some commercial vehicles on the market can be queried by VIN code.
• Q: What if the query results are inaccurate or missing information?
• A: If the query results are inaccurate or missing information, please first check whether the VIN code you entered is completely correct, including capitalization and numbers. Secondly, information for some very old, specially customized, or very niche brands of vehicles may not be fully covered in the database, leading to incomplete results.

Notes

• VIN Code Format Requirements: Please ensure that the entered VIN code is 17 characters long and consists of uppercase letters and numbers. The VIN code does not contain the letters "I" (i), "O" (o), and "Q" (q). Please pay attention to distinguish between the number "1" and the letter "I", and the number "0" and the letter "O".
• Information Accuracy: Entering an incorrect VIN code will lead to query failure or return inaccurate vehicle information. Please double-check before entering.
• Data Reference: The vehicle information provided by this tool comes from authoritative databases, but it is for reference only. For specific vehicle details and accurate parameters, please refer to officially released information (such as vehicle certificate of conformity, driving license, purchase contract, official manual).
• "Possible Models" Hint: In some cases, a VIN code may correspond to multiple similar models or models with different configurations. The "Possible Models" field in the results will list potential model options, and users need to make a final judgment based on the actual vehicle's detailed configuration.

Structure and Meaning of VIN Code

The VIN code consists of 17 characters, not randomly arranged, but encoded according to international standards (ISO 3779), divided into three main parts, each carrying specific vehicle information:

• World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI): Positions 1-3. This part is used to identify the vehicle's country/region of production and manufacturer. For example, L represents China, S represents SAIC, and V represents Wuling Motors.
• Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS): Positions 4-9. This part describes the vehicle's characteristics in detail, including model series, body type, engine type, restraint system type, etc. Among them, the 9th digit is a check digit, used to verify the accuracy of the VIN code.
• Vehicle Identifier Section (VIS): Positions 10-17. This part contains the vehicle's production identification information. The 10th digit indicates the vehicle's production year, the 11th digit indicates the vehicle's assembly plant code, and the last 6 digits (12-17) are the production serial number, which is unique to each vehicle.

Uses of VIN Code Query

VIN code query is not just about viewing vehicle information; it has important practical application value in various fields of the automotive industry:

• Used Car Transactions: When buying a used car, querying the VIN code can verify the vehicle's true identity information, including whether the production year and configuration are consistent with the seller's description, effectively avoiding the purchase of accident vehicles, assembled vehicles, or stolen vehicles, and protecting consumer rights.
• Vehicle Repair and Maintenance: Repair technicians can accurately identify the vehicle model and configuration based on the VIN code, thereby selecting the correct spare parts and repair solutions, improving repair efficiency and accuracy.
• Vehicle Management and Registration: Traffic management departments, insurance companies, etc., in various countries use the VIN code as the sole identification credential for vehicles, for vehicle registration, annual inspection, insurance, and other management services.
• Car Purchase Reference: When consumers choose new or used cars, they can use the VIN code query tool to learn about the detailed parameters and historical batch information of the intended model in advance, as an important reference for decision-making.
• Parts Traceability: For car owners, querying the VIN code can provide the vehicle's original configuration at the time of manufacture, which helps in accurately purchasing and replacing original parts.