Opel VIN decoder
Decode your Opel VIN
Enter a 17-character Opel VIN to get make, model, engine, drivetrain and origin — free, in seconds. Below, see how Opel VINs are built.
How a Opel VIN is structured
Every Opel VIN follows the global ISO 3779 standard — 17 characters in three blocks.
Example Opel VIN
W0L0XCD75J2012345
World Manufacturer Identifier
W0L
Characters 1–3. W0L identifies Opel, built in Germany.
Vehicle descriptor
4–9
Characters 4–9. Model, body style, engine and a check digit.
Vehicle identifier
10–17
Characters 10–17. Model year, assembly plant and serial number.
Where to find the VIN on a Opel
On most Opel vehicles, the 17-character VIN appears in these places:
- Lower corner of the windshield, on the driver's side
- Sticker inside the driver's door jamb
- Registration, title and insurance documents
- Stamped in the engine bay, on the firewall or strut tower