Volkswagen VIN decoder

Decode your Volkswagen VIN

Enter a 17-character Volkswagen VIN to get make, model, engine, drivetrain and origin — free, in seconds. Below, see how Volkswagen VINs are built.

How a Volkswagen VIN is structured

Every Volkswagen VIN follows the global ISO 3779 standard — 17 characters in three blocks.

Example Volkswagen VIN
WVWZZZ1KZJW485213
World Manufacturer Identifier
WVW

Characters 1–3. WVW identifies Volkswagen, 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.

Common Volkswagen WMI prefixes

Representative prefixes, not a complete list.

Where to find the VIN on a Volkswagen

On most Volkswagen 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