Ford VIN decoder

Ford VIN decoder

What can be decoded from a Ford VIN?

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  • Ford vehicle identification number verification
  • Vehicle technical specification
  • Manufacturer details
  • Model year
  • Plant location
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Vehicle report example:

2FM TK4K3 8 J B 123456

Manufacturer:
FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA-48121 DEARBORN, MICHIGAN
Manufacturer Address:
Resident Engrg, Canadian Rd, Oakville ON
Plant Country:
CANADA
Product Type:
Car
Make:
Ford
Model:
Edge
Vehicle Specification:
FORD EDGE T9CE4YX 5HDAZN00SAB
Model Year:
2018
Series:
Titanium
Fuel Type - Primary:
Diesel
Engine Displacement (ccm):
1997
Engine Power (kW):
154
Engine Code:
T9CE
Transmission:
Automatic
Number of Gears:
6
Made:
2018-01-01
Registered:
2018-05-10
Production Started:
2015-10-01
Production Stopped:
2018-09-01
Body:
Wagon
Drive:
4x4 - Four-wheel drive
Color:
Red
Number of Seats:
5
Number of Doors:
4
Number of Axles:
2
Length (mm):
4808
Width (mm):
1928
Height (mm):
1707
Weight Empty (kg):
1949
Wheelbase (mm):
2848
Wheel Size:
235/55 R19 105 W
Wheel Rims Size:
7,5J X 19 ET55
Max roof load (kg):
75
Fuel Consumption Combined (l/100km):
5.0
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban (l/100km):
5.0
Fuel Consumption Urban (l/100km):
6.0
Emission Standard:
Euro 6
CO2 Emission (g/km):
152
Check Digit:
8
Sequential Number:
123456
Trim:
LA30
Market:
CZ
Steering:
Left Hand Drive (LHD)
Axle Ratio:
4.53
Engine RPM:
3750
Plant City:
OAKVILLE
Fuel System:
HIGH EFFICIENCY TWIN CAM
Plant State:
ONTARIO
Front Brakes:
Disc
Plant Company:
Oakville
Steering Type:
Electric steering
Max Weight (kg):
2555
Track Rear (mm):
1643
Max Speed (km/h):
211
Track Front (mm):
1645
Rear Overhang (mm):
1007
Number of Seat Rows:
2
Transmission (full):
A TYPE
Permitted trailer load without brakes (kg):
750
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What is a Ford VIN?

Every Ford manufacturer assigns a unique ID called Vehicle Identification number (VIN) to each vehicle. This VIN length is 17 digits and is composed of letters and digits holding basic vehicle specification.

All databases in an automotive industry search through a VIN:

  • Ford manufacturer database
  • Ford importer/exporter database
  • Ford dealer database
  • Ford workshops and spare parts suppliers
  • National vehicle databases
  • Police databases
  • Databases of insurance companies
  • Databases of private companies

Ford models

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B-MAX
B515
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E-150
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Edge
Endura
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F-150
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Fiesta Van
Figo
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Territory
Thunderbird
Tourneo Connect
Tourneo Courier
Tourneo Custom
Trader
Transit
Transit Connect
Transit Curier
Transit Custom
Transit Dropside
Windstar

Ford VIN Number schema

Standard 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
ISO 3779 WMI VDS VIS
EU & North America
more than 500 vehicles/year
WMI Vehicle Attributes Check Digit Model Year Plant Code Sequential Number
EU & North America
500 or fewer vehicles/year
WMI 9 Vehicle Attributes Check Digit Model Year Plant Code Manufacturer Identifier Sequential Number

Where is a VIN Number Located on a Ford vehicle?

VIN can be found typically at these locations:

  • VIN embossed on a vehicle frame in the engine area
  • Windshield on the driver's side corner
  • Doorjamb at driver’s side
  • Vehicle documentation
    • Vehicle registration documents
    • Purchase contract
    • Insurance or Lease policy

More details can be found in Ford VIN FAQ.

Ford Vehicle Inspection

Also do not forget to physically check the technical condition of your Ford vehicle. Either in an authorized Ford service or by an experienced car mechanic.

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