VIN Validator
Validate and decode 17-character Vehicle Identification Numbers. Verify check digit, identify manufacturer, and decode model year.
Enter a VIN above to validate
We'll verify format, check digit, manufacturer (WMI), and model year
What we check
Format Check
Validating VIN character set (no I, O, Q allowed)
Length Verification
Checking for exactly 17 characters
Check Digit Validation
Verifying position 9 check digit via transliteration
Manufacturer (WMI)
Identifying manufacturer from World Manufacturer Identifier
Model Year Decode
Decoding model year from position 10 character
Learn More
Learn how VIN validation works, the 17-character structure, check digit algorithm, and VIN decoding.
What Is a VIN?
A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique 17-character code assigned to every motor vehicle manufactured since 1981. Like a fingerprint for cars, the VIN encodes information about the manufacturer, vehicle specifications, and production details.