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Free Toyota VIN Decoder

Decode any Toyota VIN for free and read the model, engine, body and factory options in seconds, plus recalls and safety ratings, for Toyota vehicles built in Japan. No registration.

SB1K93BE10E123456See a decoded Toyota VIN
WMI: JTD · JTE · JTM · JTN · 2T1 · MR0 · SB1 · VNK · NMT Plant-code decode Recall lookup NCAP safety
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How to read a Toyota VIN number

A Toyota VIN has 17 characters. Each section tells you something different about the car.

SB1
1–3WMI · maker & country
K93BE1
4–9VDS · model, body, engine
0
10Model year
E
11Assembly plant
123456
12–17Serial number
WMI (1–3) World Manufacturer Identifier, Toyota uses JTD · JTE · JTM · JTN · 2T1 · MR0 · SB1 · VNK · NMT.
VDS (4–9) model line, body, engine and restraint, position 9 is the check digit.
Model year (10) a single letter or digit for the model year.
Plant (11) the assembly plant where this Toyota was built.
Serial (12–17) the unique production sequence number.

Where is Toyota made?

Toyota is a Japanese manufacturer and the world’s largest carmaker. Models for Europe are built in Japan and at European plants in the UK, France and Turkey; the VIN shows the country and plant.

JP Toyota CityGB BurnastonFR ValenciennesTR SakaryaUS Georgetown, KY

Popular Toyota models we decode

All variants and years are covered, see the full list further down.

Compact hatch

Corolla

The all-time best-selling nameplate, hatch, Touring Sports, hybrid.

Mid SUV

RAV4

Hugely popular hybrid and plug-in hybrid SUV.

Supermini

Yaris

Compact hybrid city car, plus the rally-bred GR Yaris.

Crossover

C-HR

Coupe-styled compact hybrid crossover.

Family saloon

Camry

Full-size hybrid saloon, big in many world markets.

City car

Aygo

Tiny city car (Aygo / Aygo X) built in the Czech Republic.

Why check a Toyota VIN before buying?

A Toyota VIN check helps you avoid odometer fraud, confirm the car matches its documents, reveal outstanding recalls, and verify the exact specification before you commit, essential for imported or cross-border vehicles.

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How to find your Toyota VIN number

The 17-character VIN appears in several places on the car and its paperwork.

Windscreen & door

Through the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, and on the driver's door-jamb sticker.

Engine bay & body

Many Toyota models also stamp the VIN on the engine-bay bulkhead or a strut tower.

Registration documents

The VIN is printed on the registration certificate (V5C / title) and the insurance documents.

Toyota models in our spec database (129)

Every Toyota model and generation we hold specifications for.

2011Toyota Innova 4Runner 1990–2013AURIS 2018+Agya 2012+Alphard 2002–2007Aqua 2021+Aurion 2006–2017Auris 3 Doors 2006+Auris 5 Doors 2006–2015Auris Touring 2013–2015Avalon 2005–2018Avalon TRD 2019+Avensis 1997–2011Avensis Liftback 1997–2011Avensis Touring Sports 2015+Avensis Verso 2001–2006Avensis Wagon 1997–2015Aygo 2014–2018Aygo 3 doors 2005–2014Aygo 5 doors 2005–2008Aygo X 2021+C-HR 2016–2019Camry 1983–2020Camry Hybrid 2009–2014Camry Japan 2007–2011Camry Solara 2004–2009Camry TRD 2019+Camry XV50 2015+Celica 1990–2006Celica Convertible 1991–1999Century SUV 2024+Century Sedan 2024+Corolla 2007–2013Corolla 3 Doors 1987–2007Corolla 5 Doors 1987–2007Corolla Altis 2014+Corolla Cross 2020–2022Corolla Cross Hybrid 2023+Corolla Liftback 1987–1997Corolla Sedan 1992–2007Corolla Sedan (US) 2020+Corolla Touring Sports 2019+Corolla US 2002–2018Corolla Verso 2002–2009Corolla Wagon 1997–2007Crown 1979–1983Crown Signia 2025+Estima / Previa 2007+Etios 2010+Etios Liva 2011+FJ Cruiser 2006–2016Fortuner 2011–2015GR 86 2021+GR Corolla 2022+GR Supra 2022+GR Yaris 2020+GT 86 2013+Grand Highlander 2024+Harrier 2014+Highlander 2001–2018Hilux Double Cab 2005+Hilux Extra Cab 2005+Hilux SW4/Fortuner 2006+Hilux Single Cab 2005+Land Cruiser 2024+Land Cruiser 100 1998–2007Land Cruiser 120 3 Doors 2003–2009Land Cruiser 120 5 Doors 2003–2009Land Cruiser 150 2017–2020Land Cruiser 150 3 Doors 2009–2013Land Cruiser 150 5 Doors 2009–2017Land Cruiser 200 / V8 2007–2015Land Cruiser 250 2025+Land Cruiser 70 Series Land Cruiser FJ70 Pick-up 1984–1990Land Cruiser FJ80 1991+Land Cruiser J200 2015+MR2 1985–2005MR2 Spyder Cabriolet 2000–2002Matrix 2003+Mirai 2015–2021Paseo 1996–2000Picnic Prado / Meru 1996–2001Previa 1992–2005Prius 1997+Prius C 2012+Prius Prime 2016+Prius V 2016+Prius V/Prius+ 2012+RAV4 3 Doors 2000–2006RAV4 5 Doors 2000–2018Rav4 2018+Rukus 2007+Sequoia 2000–2017Sequoia TRD Pro 2020+Sienna 1998–2020Solara Convertible 2004–2008Starlet 3 Doors 1984–1999Starlet 5 Doors 1990–1999Supra 1993–2002Tacoma 2005–2011Tacoma Access Cab 2011–2015Tacoma Double Cab 2011–2019Tundra 2018+Tundra Access Cab 1999–2003Tundra Crew Cab 2013+Tundra Crewmax 2006–2013Tundra Double Cab 2006–2017Tundra Regular Cab 2006–2017Urban Cruiser 2009–2014Venza 2009–2017Verso 2009–2018Verso-S 2010+Vios 2013+Yaris 2020+Yaris 3 Doors 1999–2017Yaris 5 Doors 2003–2019Yaris Cross 2021+Yaris GRMN 2017–2020Yaris Hatchback 2013+Yaris Hatchback (US) 2019+Yaris Sedan 2018+Yaris TS 3 Doors 2007–2010Yaris TS 5 Doors 2007–2010Yaris Verso 1999–2007Yaris iA 2016–2018bZ4X 2021+iQ 2009+

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Toyota VIN Decoder FAQ

Common questions about checking Toyota vehicle identification numbers.

What is a Toyota VIN decoder?+
A Toyota VIN decoder reads the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number and returns the model, engine, body type, model year, production plant and factory options. Our Toyota VIN checker is free and needs no registration.
How do I decode a Toyota VIN for free?+
Enter the 17-character VIN in the box at the top of the page and submit. The free Toyota VIN checker instantly runs a lookup and returns specifications, recall information and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN located on a Toyota?+
On most Toyota vehicles the VIN is visible at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
How many characters is a Toyota VIN?+
A valid Toyota VIN has exactly 17 characters and never contains the letters I, O or Q, to avoid confusion with the digits 1 and 0.
Where is Toyota made, and how do I tell from the VIN?+
Toyota is associated with Japan and is built at several plants. The country and plant are encoded in the VIN: Toyota uses WMI prefixes such as JTD · JTE · JTM · JTN · 2T1 · MR0 · SB1 · VNK · NMT, and position 11 identifies the assembly plant.
Is the Toyota VIN decoder really free?+
Yes. Decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free with no account required. A paid full-history report is optional if you also need mileage and theft checks.
Can I check Toyota recalls by VIN?+
Yes. The decoder cross-references Toyota recall campaigns from NHTSA, Transport Canada and the EU Safety Gate so you can see whether a specific VIN is affected.
What is the difference between a free decode and a full history report?+
The free decode covers specifications, recalls, safety ratings and emissions. The full report adds mileage verification, stolen-vehicle checks, accident records and ownership history.

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