A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique 17-character code assigned to every vehicle. It contains information about the manufacturer, country of origin, model year, and other vehicle attributes. You can find your VIN on your vehicle registration, insurance documents, or on the dashboard near the windshield.

What does EU Spec mean?

EU Spec refers to vehicles manufactured for or in European Union markets. These vehicles must comply with EU regulations, including the General Safety Regulation 2 (GSR2) which mandates Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) systems on all new vehicles from July 2024. EU spec vehicles typically have WMI codes starting with W (Germany), V (France/Spain), S (UK), Z (Italy), Y (Sweden), or T (Czech Republic).

How do I know if my car has ISA?

If your vehicle is EU-spec and was manufactured in 2024 or later, it is required by law to have ISA. Many manufacturers also began implementing ISA systems in 2022-2023 models. The most reliable way to check is to look for speed warning sounds or alerts in your vehicle's settings menu. Our decoder helps identify if your VIN indicates an EU-spec vehicle that likely has ISA.

How accurate is this decoder?

Our decoder accurately identifies the country of origin, model year, and basic VIN structure based on ISO 3779 standards. Manufacturer identification is based on common WMI codes and may not cover all manufacturers or special cases. For 100% accurate vehicle information, consult your manufacturer or dealer with your VIN.

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Decode your VIN to check EU spec status and ISA compliance likelihood

Enter your 17-digit VIN to instantly see manufacturer details, country of origin, model year, and whether your vehicle is likely affected by EU ISA regulations. Perfect for determining if your car requires ISA configuration files.

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Enter your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number to decode

This decoder provides information based on VIN structure analysis. Manufacturer identification may not be 100% accurate for all vehicles. For official vehicle information, consult your manufacturer or dealer.

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