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Why to check the VIN number of the car with the decoder
Checking a car by its VIN code is a necessary step when buying a used car. It helps to avoid document substitution, concealment of actual technical characteristics, or significant differences in equipment. The report reflects key parameters that affect price and operation:
- Date of manufacture. This allows you to determine the actual age of the car. Some cars are sold as ‘new’ even though several years have passed since their release.
- Equipment. You can check whether the actual equipment of the model corresponds to what is stated. This eliminates situations where, instead of adaptive suspension, there is a regular one, or options specified in the advertisement are missing.
- Service history. The report may contain information about service intervals, replacement of parts and assemblies. This is especially important for European cars supplied to Malta through auctions.
- Risk reduction. The buyer knows in advance whether the information in the documents corresponds to the actual data on the car.
The report is issued without intermediaries — directly through the online platform. It can be obtained in 1 minute, which is convenient for both individuals and car dealers.
Contents of our VIN decoder report
- Car make and model
- Series and body type
- Drive type
- Transmission type
- Model code
- Engine code
- Date of manufacture by VIN
- Engine displacement
- Engine power
- Fuel type
- Ecological standard
- Equipment by VIN
- Machine colour
- Bumper material
- Presence of body protection elements
- Security systems
- Air conditioning and heating system
- Electric actuators and adjustments
- Number of USB ports
- Multimedia system
- VIN equipment check
- Wheel and tyre size
- Suspension type
- Spare wheel availability
- Parking sensors and cameras
- Tyre pressure sensors
- Start-stop system
- Type of lamps
- Presence of daytime running lights
- On-Board Diagnostics (OBD)
- Electrical architecture
BidCar's VIN report provides a complete dealer service history for your vehicle. The information included will help you learn all about the vehicle's condition and work performed. The report contains:
- All service orders including exact dates, mileage, list of work performed, parts used with catalogue numbers.
- Comments and recommendations from masters and diagnosticians.
- Information on major repairs - engines, gearboxes, bodywork.
- Data on whether the car was used as a taxi or scrapped abroad (e.g. in the USA).
- Information about chipping the car, if it was recorded by the dealer during an internal combustion engine software check.
- A full listing of work and spare parts with quantities and catalogue numbers.
- Technical manuals for mechanic and body repairs and electrical diagrams of the vehicle.
- Complete dealer documentation in a large PDF document that stays with you locally.
In addition, it is important to note that the data in the report is not obtained from free sources such as traffic police or FSSP, but directly from official dealers. The report is generated in just 1-5 minutes and saved on your device.
- Vehicle class and type
- Glass and mirror settings
- Type of steering
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Where the VIN number of the vehicle is located
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located on the load-bearing elements of the body or on plates in hard-to-reach places. It must be visible and legible, and its location depends on the make and model:
- Under the windscreen. The number is usually located on the front panel on the left side, under the windscreen. It can be easily read from inside the vehicle.
- Bonnet cover. In some models, the identification number can be found on the inside of the bonnet.
- Engine. A duplicate number is often stamped on the engine block, which allows you to verify the conformity of the main units.
- Door opening. One of the most common options is a plate or stamped code near the driver's door lock.
- Under the interior trim. In rare cases, the code may be hidden under decorative elements of the floor or panel.
You can only check a car by its VIN if all the characters in the combination are present. Therefore, when inspecting a car, you should make sure that the VIN is legible, undamaged and matches the one specified in the documents.
Decoding VIN history of a car
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique 17-character code assigned to each vehicle on the assembly line. It is divided into several structural blocks, each of which contains specific information:
- WMI (first 3 characters): indicates the country and manufacturer of the vehicle.
- VDS (characters 4–9): descriptive part. Contains information about the platform, body type, transmission, engine type, and safety rating.
- Check character (9th character): used to verify the authenticity of the VIN. Calculated according to a specific algorithm.
- VIS (characters 10–17): information about the year of manufacture, manufacturing plant and serial number of the vehicle.
You can check a vehicle using its VIN code in order to compare the data with that specified in the documents. This is particularly important when registering a vehicle, ordering original spare parts and taking out insurance.
When purchasing a car, especially abroad, it is important to understand that a visual inspection and test drive are not enough. The main characteristics of the vehicle, its factory configuration, service history – all this is encrypted in the VIN code. Checking a car by its VIN in Malta allows you to obtain reliable data, including information about the model, engine type, equipment features, and much more. You can request information on the Bidcar.eu website. The report is generated instantly, contains a QR code for authenticity verification, and its cost is one of the most affordable on the market.
For those who need a VIN check in Europe or are interested in a specific brand (for example, the Volkswagen VIN code), the service provides structured information from official databases. This reduces risks and helps you make an informed decision when buying.