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Turn a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) into useful vehicle data for the task at hand. The One Auto API VIN Decoder API helps businesses identify vehicles, understand their specifications and support workflows that need more detail than a registration or a basic make and model.
The right VIN data depends on where a vehicle is registered, which brands you work with and what you need to know. A broad, low-cost decode may be enough to identify a vehicle for an online journey. Parts identification or vehicle appraisal may require original equipment (OE) build data and installed options. We offer multiple VIN decoding options so you can choose the coverage and depth that fit your use case.
VIN decoding helps businesses work from a truly unique vehicle identifier, even when vehicles come from different markets or data sources.
Dealers and buying platforms can use it to identify stock, support appraisals and populate vehicle records. Insurers and finance providers can use decoded details to help confirm the vehicle being assessed. Software platforms can turn a VIN supplied by a customer or partner into structured data for their applications.
The required detail varies by workflow. A vehicle listing might need a reliable model and body style. A parts catalogue needs enough information to distinguish between configurations that use different components. A valuation process may benefit from the specification and options fitted to an individual vehicle. Our range of services lets you start with the data you need and add more detailed sources where they provide value.
For Europe, we offer a low-cost VIN decode covering all makes and model ranges. It provides a practical starting point for businesses that need to process vehicles across a wide range of brands, particularly when consistent coverage and cost per lookup are priorities.
This option can support vehicle identification, record creation, customer journeys and the first stage of a data enrichment workflow. It is also useful when you cannot predict which brands will appear in your incoming vehicle records. A broad decode gives you a common foundation before you decide whether a particular vehicle needs a more detailed lookup, or a reliable backstop where more detailed OE data is unavailable.
When your workflow calls for greater depth, several OE data options are available. These can help you move beyond basic identification to more detailed vehicle and build information, depending on the manufacturer and service selected. That additional detail can be valuable for parts identification, specification matching, vehicle sales and other tasks where the precise vehicle configuration matters.
No single VIN data source is necessarily the best fit for every vehicle and every workflow. It is common for customers to combine sources: using a broad, economical decode across their full vehicle population, then calling a more detailed OE service for selected brands, vehicles or stages of a journey.
For example, a platform might use the low-cost European decoder to identify every incoming vehicle. It could then request OE build data when a user needs to confirm a part, review equipment or complete a detailed appraisal. Another business may prioritise deeper information for particular brands while keeping a simpler process for the rest of its inventory.
This approach helps maximise brand coverage and data depth while keeping lookup costs aligned with the value of each task. We can help you decide which sources to use, when to call them and how to bring their results into your existing workflow.
In the United States, we offer both basic and advanced VIN decoding. The basic option supports workflows that need core vehicle identification without the additional detail of a build-level result. It is suited to applications where the first priority is establishing what vehicle a VIN represents.
Our advanced US VIN decoder is based on windscreen sticker data. It can identify installed options and vehicle specification, giving you a clearer picture of how an individual vehicle was configured. It also includes dealer invoice pricing.
This richer data can support stock acquisition, vehicle listings, trade-in assessments and other commercial decisions where differences between two vehicles of the same model matter. If your application needs to distinguish an individual vehicle’s equipment from standard model information, the advanced option provides a more detailed starting point.
For workflows that cross regional boundaries, we also offer a global build sheet service covering more than 40 brands. It works worldwide, making it useful for businesses that handle vehicles from multiple countries or need a consistent route to detailed manufacturer build information.
Build sheet data is particularly valuable for parts identification. Two vehicles that appear similar at model level may have different components or equipment because of their original configuration. Access to build information can help a parts team, catalogue or service workflow narrow down the vehicle before selecting the appropriate item.
The service can also support vehicle specification checks, appraisal and data enrichment where original build details are important. It can be used alongside regional VIN decoding to give your application both broad identification and more targeted depth.
The best solution depends on your vehicle mix, the information your users need and the cost of each lookup within your workflow. You may need broad European coverage, detailed OE data for selected brands, advanced US specification and pricing, global build sheets, or a combination of services.
Contact us to discuss your use case. We’ll identify the VIN decoding options and combination of sources that give you the right balance of regional compatibility, brand coverage, data depth and cost.
| Data Provider | Endpoint | Description | Average Latency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cartell | VIN Decoder | VIN decoder with full European coverage, providing consistently structured vehicle data for all manufacturers. | 389 ms |
| Ezyvin | OE VIN Lookup (Europe) | OE-sourced vehicle identification by VIN via a single API. Full European coverage including UK - engine, transmission, drivetrain, trim and colour. | 16472 ms |
| One Auto API | License Plate to VIN (US) | Access License Plate to VIN lookups with one API endpoint for all 50 US states, including make, model, trim decode. | 1794 ms |
| One Auto API | OE Build Decode from VIN | Detailed OE Build Decode from a VIN, covering 32 manufacturers in multiple markets. | 2259 ms |
| One Auto API | OE Build Sheet (Europe) from VIN | Factory build sheet data for option identification and marketing, parts ordering and risk management - with European coverage. | 9669 ms |
| One Auto API | OE Build Sheet (Global) from VIN | OE build sheet data by VIN via a single API. Global coverage across 42 OEMs - factory codes, standard and fitted options, for parts and remarketing. | 2970 ms |
| One Auto API | VIN Decode (US) | Basic VIN decoder for the US providing 22 fields of core specification data. | 626 ms |
| One Auto API | VIN Decode Plus (US) | Enhanced VIN decoder for providing core specification data, standard features, fitted options, msrp and dealer invoice pricing. | 1345 ms |
| Vehicle Data Global | Vehicle & Model Details from VIN | Extended vehicle and model details by VIN via a single API. DVLA data, keeper history, plate changes, EV and engine data - ideal for stock locators. | 63 ms |
{
"success": true,
"result": {
"manufacturer_desc": "MINI",
"model_range_desc": "HATCH",
"model_desc": "COOPER CLASSIC",
"derivative_desc": "1.5 COOPER CLASSIC HATCHBACK 3dr PETROL MANUAL",
"body_type_desc": "HATCHBACK",
"fuel_type_desc": "PETROL",
"transmission_desc": "MANUAL",
"manufactured_year": 2020
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"oem_vehicle_desc": "BMW X1 (E84) xDrive 20 d",
"vehicle_desc": "BMW X1 xDrive 20 d",
"manufacturer_desc": "BMW",
"oem_model_range_desc": "X1 (E84)",
"oem_derivative_desc": "xDrive 20 d",
"oem_model_year": 2013,
"manufactured_year": 2012,
"oem_body_type_desc": "SUV",
"oem_fuel_type_desc": "Diesel",
"oem_engine_desc": "N47 D20 C",
"oem_transmission_type_desc": "automatic",
"oem_drivetrain_desc": "All-wheel drive",
"power_bhp": 184,
"power_kw": 135,
"oem_colour_desc": "Mineral-weiss metallic (A96)",
"oem_interior_trim_desc": "Leather",
"date_last_updated": "2025-09-23"
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE12F45G078910",
"model_year": 2017,
"manufacturer_desc": "Mercedes-Benz",
"model_range_desc": "CL-Class",
"trim_desc": "CL55 AMG",
"vehicle_desc": "2017 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class",
"engine_desc": "5.4L V8 SOHC 24V SUPERCHARGED",
"body_type_desc": "Coupe",
"transmission_desc": "Automatic",
"drivetrain_desc": "RWD",
"fuel_type_desc": "Gasoline",
"gross_vehicleweight_desc": "Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)",
"color": "red"
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"manufacturer_desc": "Buick",
"model_range_desc": "Encore",
"model_desc": "Buick Encore 1.4T AMT(6-speed) Preferred 2020",
"oem_series_desc": "E1",
"oem_production_code": "wyxyzpjgj",
"oem_body_type_desc": "SUV",
"oem_power_value": 103,
"oem_fuel_type_desc": "Petrol",
"oem_engine_size_litres": 1.4,
"oem_drive_side": "LHD",
"manufactured_date": "2020-05-08",
"oem_colour_desc": "Midnight Black Pearlescent",
"oem_interior_trim_desc": "INTERIOR TRIM CONFIG #14",
"oem_engine_desc": "ENGINE GAS, 4 CYL, 1.4L, MFI, DOHC, TURBO, VVT, ALUM, GME",
"oem_transmission_type_desc": "Automatic",
"oem_drivetrain_desc": "FWD",
"options": [
{
"factory_code": "AKK",
"factory_desc": "WINDSHIELD STYLE ACOUSTIC PVB"
}
]
}
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"manufactured_date": "2015-03-19",
"delivered_date": "2020-03-01",
"oem_colour_desc": "Metallic mythical black (0E)",
"oem_interior_trim_desc": "Soul (black) (QF)",
"oem_engine_desc": "CULB (D64 : 4-cylinder SI engine 2.0 l/132 kW (16V) turbo FSI homog. base engine T4U/T56/ TM2/TV2/TL6/TG6/TR6/TS6/TD6/TM6/T06/TD3)",
"oem_transmission_type_desc": "PUZ (G1D : 7-speed automatic transmission for four-wheel drive vehicle)",
"oem_drivetrain_desc": "All-wheel drive",
"oem_wheel_desc": "20 Inch Wheel",
"options": [
{
"factory_code": "123456",
"factory_desc": "ADDITIONAL AIR CONDITIONING",
"additional_desc": "Without Additional Air Conditioning"
},
{
"factory_code": "234567",
"factory_desc": "WIFI",
"additional_desc": "Without Wifi"
}
]
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"manufacturer_desc": "Mini",
"model_desc": "Cooper Classic",
"derivative_desc": "1.5 Cooper Classic Hatchback 3dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (136 ps)",
"manufactured_date": "2020-01-01",
"options": [
{
"factory_code": "1AB",
"factory_desc": "12Volt Socket in Front Centre Console"
}
]
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_data": {
"vehicle_identification_number": "AB1DE1F34GAJ78910",
"model_year": 2017,
"manufacturer_desc": "Porsche",
"model_range_desc": "Macan",
"trim_desc": "GTS",
"body_type_desc": "SUV",
"vehicle_type": "Truck",
"transmission_desc": "Automatic",
"drivetrain_desc": "4WD",
"powertrain_desc": "Combustion",
"engine_desc": "3.0L V6",
"engine_badged_size_litres": 3,
"number_cylinders": 6,
"fuel_type_desc": "Premium Unleaded",
"highway_mpg": 23,
"city_mpg": 17,
"number_doors": 5,
"number_seats": 5,
"vehicle_length_in": 186.1,
"vehicle_height_in": 64,
"vehicle_width_in": 76.2
}
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_data": {
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"model_year": 2017,
"manufacturer_desc": "Porsche",
"model_range_desc": "Macan",
"trim_desc": "GTS",
"version_desc": "GTS",
"body_type_desc": "SUV",
"vehicle_type": "Truck",
"transmission_desc": "Automatic",
"drivetrain_desc": "4WD",
"powertrain_desc": "Combustion",
"engine_desc": "3.0L V6",
"number_cylinders": 6,
"fuel_type_desc": "Premium Unleaded",
"highway_mpg": 23,
"city_mpg": 17,
"number_doors": 5,
"number_seats": 5,
"vehicle_length_in": 186.1,
"vehicle_height_in": 64,
"vehicle_width_in": 76.2,
"vehicleweight_lb": 5688,
"interior_color": "Brown",
"exterior_color": "Black"
},
"pricing_data": {
"wholesale_price_usd": 56789,
"dealer_invoice_price_usd": 60480,
"msrp_usd": 67200,
"installed_options_msrp_usd": 990,
"delivery_charges_usd": 1050,
"combined_msrp_usd": 69240
},
"current_listing": {
"is_currently_listed": true,
"days_on_market": 49,
"dealer_details": {
"dealer_name": "Porsche Masters",
"dealer_address": "10890 181st Street, Cerritos, CA 90724",
"phone_number": "562-612-0900",
"email": "help@porschemasters.com"
}
},
"warranty_data": [
{
"warranty_type": "total",
"warranty_months": 48,
"warranty_miles": 50000
}
],
"standard_features": [
{
"feature_category": "Interior",
"feature_generic_desc": "Instrument Cluster",
"feature_desc": "Analog Porsche Instrument Cluster"
}
],
"installed_options": [
{
"factory_code": "PO1",
"feature_desc": "SL Premium Package",
"msrp_usd": "2280",
"sale_price_usd": "2280",
"is_verified": true,
"confidence_level": "High",
"pack_contents": [
{
"feature_category": "Exterior",
"feature_generic_desc": "Wheels",
"feature_desc": "Rear Wheel Width (20 in)"
}
]
}
]
}
}{
"success": true,
"result": {
"vehicle_details": {
"vehicle_identification": {
"ukvd_id": "A-BCDEFG",
"ukvd_uvc": "A-BCDEFG",
"vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"vehicle_identification_number": "ABCDE123456F78910",
"dvla_manufacturer_desc": "NISSAN",
"dvla_model_desc": "QASHQAI ACENTA PREMIUM DCI",
"dvla_wheelplan": "2 AXLE RIGID BODY",
"registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"first_registration_date": "2020-01-01",
"used_before_first_registration": true,
"manufactured_year": 2020,
"v5c_qty": 1,
"date_v5c_issued": "2020-01-01",
"engine_number": "A12345678",
"prior_ni_vrm": "ABC1234",
"dvla_body_desc": "5 DOOR HATCHBACK",
"dvla_fuel_desc": "DIESEL"
},
"vehicle_status_details": {
"is_non_eu_import": true,
"is_imported": true,
"certificate_of_destruction_issued": true,
"is_exported": true,
"exported_date": "2020-01-01",
"is_scrapped": true,
"scrapped_date": "2020-01-01"
},
"vehicle_excise_duty_details": {
"co2_gkm": 123,
"dvla_co2_band": "A",
"12_month_rfl_y1": 123,
"6_month_rfl_y2_to_y6_premium": 123.4,
"12_month_rfl_y2_to_y6_premium": 123,
"6_month_rfl_y2_to_y6": 12,
"12_month_rfl_y2_to_y6": 123
},
"colour_details": {
"colour": "RED",
"colour_changes_qty": 1,
"original_colour": "BLUE",
"last_colour": "RED",
"date_of_last_colour_change": "2020-01-01"
},
"keeper_change_list": [
{
"number_previous_keepers": 1,
"date_of_last_keeper_change": "2020-01-01"
}
],
"plate_change_list": [
{
"current_vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"transfer_type": "DataMove",
"date_of_receipt": "2020-01-01",
"previous_vehicle_registration_mark": "AB21ABC",
"cherished_plate_transfer_date": "2020-01-01"
}
]
},
"model_details": {
"ukvd_variant_code": 1,
"model_data": {
"manufacturer_desc": "MINI",
"model_range_desc": "Convertible",
"model_desc": "Cooper D",
"model_variant": "SPRINTER 516 CDI",
"ukvd_series_desc": "A12",
"ukvd_mark": 6,
"model_start_date": "2020-01-01",
"model_end_date": "2020-01-01",
"emission_class": "Euro 6",
"country_of_origin": "United Kingdom",
"ukvd_fuel_type_desc": "Diesel",
"cab_type_desc": "Crew Cab",
"type_approval_category": "M1",
"market_sector_code": "AA",
"vehicle_type": "Car",
"vehicle_taxation_class": "Car"
},
"body_details": {
"ukvd_body_shape": "Standard Roof",
"ukvd_body_type_desc": "SUV Estate",
"fuel_capacity_litres": 12,
"number_axles": 2,
"number_doors": 5,
"number_seats": 5,
"payload_volume_square_metres": 12,
"wheelbase_type_desc": "Long Wheelbase",
"platform_desc": "MLB",
"is_platform_shared": false
},
"dimensions": {
"vehicle_height_mm": 1234,
"vehicle_length_mm": 1234,
"vehicle_width_mm": 1234,
"vehicle_wheelbase_mm": 1234,
"load_length_mm": 1234
},
"weights": {
"min_kerbweight_kg": 1234,
"gross_trainweight_kg": 1234,
"unladen_weight_kg": 1234,
"payload_weight_kg": 1234,
"gross_vehicleweight_kg": 1234,
"gross_combined_weight_kg": 1234
},
"power_source": {
"power_source_vehicle_type": "ICE",
"ice_details": {
"engine_family": "EA89",
"engine_stroke_mm": 12,
"valves_per_cylinder": 4,
"aspiration": "Naturally aspirated",
"number_cylinders": 6,
"engine_location": "Front",
"cylinder_arrangement": "V",
"valve_gear": "DOHC",
"ukvd_engine_desc": "3.0LT TDV6-C",
"engine_bore_mm": 12,
"engine_manufacturer": "Ford",
"fuel_delivery": "Injection",
"power_delivery": "Normal",
"engine_capacity_cc": 1234,
"engine_badged_size_litres": 1.2
},
"electric_details": {
"hardware": {
"platform_shared": false,
"platform_name": "2022 JAGUAR, F-PACE S PHEV AWD AUTO",
"tesla_supercharger_compatible": true,
"manufacturing_location": "Poland"
},
"vehicle_warranty_information": {
"manufacturer_vehicle_warranty_miles": 12345,
"manufacturer_vehicle_warranty_months": 12
},
"range_figures": {
"ukvd_real_electric_range_miles": 123,
"ukvd_real_electric_range_km": 123.4,
"fast_charger_chargespeed_10to80_percent_mph": 123,
"zero_emission_mileage": 123,
"ev_range_test_cycles": [
{
"ev_range_test_type": "WLTP",
"range_combined_miles": 123,
"range_combined_km": 123.45,
"range_city_miles": 123,
"range_city_km": 123.45
}
]
},
"economy": {
"max_kw_charge_input": 12,
"drag_coefficient": 0.12,
"watt_hour_miles": 123
},
"software": {
"ota_upgradeable": true,
"latest_ota_version": "2022.36.2",
"in_vehicle_software": "Example Android"
},
"charge_cable_list": [
{
"is_standard": true,
"charge_cable_desc": "3 pin plug"
}
],
"tesla_supercharger_list": [
{
"supercharger_max_charge_kw": 123,
"is_compatible": false,
"requires_ccs_adaptor": true,
"average_chargetime_10to80_percent_mins": 123
}
],
"battery_detail_list": [
{
"badged_battery_capacity_kwh": 12,
"battery_description": "Audi E-tron 71kWh",
"battery_type": "Lithium-Ion 375V",
"battery_volts": 123,
"battery_location": "Under Floor/Middle",
"battery_warranty_months": 12,
"battery_warranty_mileage": 123456
}
],
"charge_port_detail_list": [
{
"charge_port_type": "Type 2",
"charge_port_location": "Left/Front",
"onboard_charger_max_power_kw": 12,
"is_standard_charge_port": true,
"charge_times": {
"average_charge_times_10_to_80_percent": [
{
"electric_vehicle_supply_equipment_power_kw": 2.3,
"chargetime_mins": 1234
}
]
}
}
],
"electric_motor_detail_list": [
{
"manufacturer": "Audi",
"motor_model": "E-Tron",
"motor_type": "Permanent magnet synchronous",
"max_netpower_kw": 215,
"power_rpm": 12,
"torque_nm": 123,
"is_regen_braking": true,
"motor_location": "Front",
"driving_axle": "Front",
"additional_information": "Example additional information"
}
],
"transmission_detail_list": [
{
"transmission_type": "Automatic",
"number_gears": 1,
"transmission_location": "Front"
}
]
}
},
"euro_ncap": {
"ncap_overall_rating": 5,
"ncap_child_occupant_protection_percentage": 12,
"ncap_adult_occupant_protection_percentage": 12,
"ncap_pedestrian_protection_percentage": 12,
"ncap_safety_assist_percentage": 12
},
"emissions": {
"is_fuel_catalyst": false,
"co2_gkm": 12
},
"performance": {
"torque": {
"torque_nm": 123,
"torque_lbft": 123.5,
"torque_rpm": 1234,
"torque_derived_from": 123
},
"power": {
"power_bhp": 123.4,
"power_ps": 123.4,
"kilowatt": 123,
"power_rpm": 1234
},
"statistics": {
"0to60_mph": 123.5,
"0to100_kmph": 123.4,
"max_speed_kmh": 123.4,
"top_speed_mph": 123
}
},
"fuel_economy": {
"nedc_extra_urban_litres_100km": 12.3,
"nedc_extra_urban_mpg": 12.3,
"nedc_extra_urban_cold_litres_100km": 12.3,
"nedc_extra_urban_cold_mpg": 12.3,
"combined_litres_100km": 12.3,
"combined_mpg": 12.3
},
"sound_levels": {
"stationary_soundlevel_db": 123,
"stationary_soundlevel_rpm": 123,
"driveby_soundlevel_db": 123
},
"transmission": {
"driving_axle": "All - Permanent",
"number_gears": 1,
"transmission_type": "Automatic",
"drive_type_desc": "4X4"
}
}
},
"error": "If there is an error the message would go here"
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Basic VIN decoders return the manufacturer, model range, body, derivative, fuel, transmission and build year, in standardised easy-to-consume fields (subject to availability). One Auto API adds to this with extended VIN decoding capabilities for the US that include more spec data, installed options, standard equipment and dealer invoice pricing, plus OE data for verified build sheets.
One Auto API adds global coverage, plus extended depth on specification and installed options through one integration. Start building today with a free sandbox account - no credit card required.
Yes, our US Plate to VIN endpoint covers all 50 states and includes a basic VIN decode. Use it for initial identification before adding depth with other endpoints - as required.
Basic VIN decoders return the manufacturer, model range, body, derivative, fuel, transmission and build year, in standardised easy-to-consume fields (subject to availability). One Auto API adds to this with extended VIN decoding capabilities for the US that include more spec data, installed options, standard equipment and dealer invoice pricing, plus OE data for verified build sheets.
One Auto API adds global coverage, plus extended depth on specification and installed options through one integration. Start building today with a free sandbox account - no credit card required.
Yes, our US Plate to VIN endpoint covers all 50 states and includes a basic VIN decode. Use it for initial identification before adding depth with other endpoints - as required.
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