Volkswagen
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen is a German automotive manufacturer founded in 1937. One of the world's largest automakers, VW produces a wide range of vehicles from economy to luxury models.
Volkswagen uses 10 World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes across 5 manufacturing countries. Each WMI code uniquely identifies vehicles produced at specific facilities and helps ensure proper vehicle identification and tracking.
Example VINs
Here are example Vehicle Identification Numbers for Volkswagen vehicles from different manufacturing locations:
WMI Codes Explained
Each World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) code represents a specific manufacturing facility or region. Here's what each code means for Volkswagen:
WMI code 1VW identifies vehicles manufactured in Unknown (North America region). The first character '1' indicates the north america region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
WMI code 3VW identifies vehicles manufactured in United States (North America region). The first character '3' indicates the north america region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
WMI code AAV identifies vehicles manufactured in South Africa (Africa region). The first character 'A' indicates the africa region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
WMI code LFV identifies vehicles manufactured in Unknown (Asia region). The first character 'L' indicates the asia region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
WMI code LSV identifies vehicles manufactured in China (Asia region). The first character 'L' indicates the asia region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
WMI code PPV identifies vehicles manufactured in Unknown (Asia region). The first character 'P' indicates the asia region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
WMI code WV1 identifies vehicles manufactured in Germany (Europe region). The first character 'W' indicates the europe region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
WMI code WV2 identifies vehicles manufactured in Germany (Europe region). The first character 'W' indicates the europe region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
WMI code WV3 identifies vehicles manufactured in Germany (Europe region). The first character 'W' indicates the europe region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
WMI code WVW identifies vehicles manufactured in Germany (Europe region). The first character 'W' indicates the europe region, while characters 2-3 identify the specific manufacturer and facility.
All WMI Codes Quick Reference
Hover over any WMI code above to see its explanation, or refer to the detailed explanations above.