Volvo VIN Decoder — Decode Any Volvo VIN Free
Decode any Volvo VIN free in seconds. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Volvo XC90, XC60, XC40, S60 or V60 and the decoder breaks it down position by position — manufacturer, model year, engine and plant — then validates the check digit. No signup, no charge.
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Common Volvo WMI prefixes (VIN positions 1–3)
| WMI prefix | What it identifies |
|---|---|
| YV1 | Volvo car, built in Sweden |
| YV4 | Volvo SUV, built in Sweden/Europe |
| LVY | Volvo, built in China |
| LYV | Volvo, built in the USA (Charleston) / China |
How a Volvo VIN breaks down
Every Volvo built since 1981 follows the 17-character ISO 3779 standard. Positions 1–3 are the World Manufacturer Identifier — Sweden-built Volvo cars commonly open YV1, SUVs YV4, with China- and US-built models opening LVY or LYV. Positions 4–8 encode the model line, body and engine; position 9 is the check digit; position 10 the model year; position 11 the plant; and 12–17 the sequential build number.
The descriptor section identifies the model and powertrain, which is how a decode separates an XC90 from an XC60, or a mild-hybrid from a plug-in Recharge, of the same year.
Decode vs. history: what the VIN can and can't tell you
Decoding a Volvo VIN reveals the factory build — year, engine, plant and trim. It won't show post-sale events. For salvage, accident, flood and odometer brands, run the same VIN through a history report drawing on NMVTIS and state-DMV records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the VIN on a Volvo?
On the lower-left corner of the windshield, the driver-side doorjamb sticker, and the title and registration.
What does a Volvo VIN starting with YV1 mean?
YV1 is the World Manufacturer Identifier for a Sweden-built Volvo car. YV4 indicates a Volvo SUV; LVY and LYV indicate China- or US-built Volvos.
Can I decode an XC90 VIN here?
Yes. All modern Volvo models use the 17-character standard this decoder reads.
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