| 1–3 | World Manufacturer Identifier — who built it and where |
| 4–8 | Model, body, engine, restraint system (maker-specific) |
| 9 | Check digit — maths that proves the VIN isn't mistyped |
| 10 | Model year |
| 11 | Assembly plant |
| 12–17 | Serial number |
The public database is strongest on vehicles sold in North America. GCC-spec Toyota, Nissan and Mitsubishi models often return only the basics —
manufacturer, country, year and plant — because the maker never filed the rest with the US regulator.
The check digit is also a North-American requirement, so many JDM and European VINs fail that test while being perfectly genuine.
For a GCC vehicle, the year, plant and manufacturer are still reliable. For exact engine and trim, send us the VIN on WhatsApp — we look it up in the dealer catalogue.