What is a VIN check?
Short answer
A VIN check identifies a vehicle using its 17-character vehicle identification number. A VIN encodes the manufacturer, model, model year and specification. Carvia uses it to prepare technical data and check whether a listing matches the vehicle’s identity.
What a VIN reveals
- Manufacturer and country of origin
- Model, body and engine type
- Model year
- Factory specification when a catalogue integration is available
Why a VIN check matters
A VIN lets you check whether listing details match the vehicle’s actual identity. A discrepancy between the VIN and the listing is an early sign that deserves clarification.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a vehicle’s VIN?
It is usually visible below the windscreen, on the driver-side door pillar and on the registration document. It has 17 characters and does not use I, O or Q.
Does a VIN check show accidents?
A VIN can be used to query history providers. Carvia’s integrated history check will become available after the necessary agreements are active; until then it is clearly marked.