How to decode an Audi allroad VIN

Characters 1-3 of an Audi allroad VIN

A World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) is a unique three-letter code that forms the beginning of every vehicle identification number (VIN), serving to identify the manufacturer of the vehicle. For the Audi allroad models, the WMI plays a crucial role in pinpointing the company and country of origin. For instance, Audi allroads commonly begin with the WMI WA1 or WAU, indicating they’ve been manufactured by Audi AG. The cars with these prefixes are typically produced in Germany, marking their origin with precision. This WMI not only signifies Audi as the manufacturer but also helps differentiate the allroad model from other vehicles in the Audi lineup.

List of WMI Codes for an Audi allroad

WMI: WAU

Model Years Covered: 2001
Example VIN: WAUYP54B11N141359
Manufacturer Name: Audi AG
Vehicle Type: Passenger Car
City: Ingolstadt
State or Province:
Country: Germany

WMI: WA1

Model Years Covered: 2002-2005
Example VIN: WA1YD54B02N072445
Manufacturer Name: Audi AG
Vehicle Type: Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle (MPV)
City: Ingolstadt
State or Province:
Country: Germany

Characters 4-8 are the Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS) of an Audi allroad VIN

These characters correspond to components like:

Engine type
Transmission
Model or trim
Body style
Gross vehicle weight range

Below find the known vehicle descriptor codes for an Audi allroad:

Known VDS for an Audi allroad
YP54B	YP64B	YD54B	YD64B	YL64B	YL54B

Auto manufacturers have some discretion to decide how they want to code this section, but its contents and decoded results are generally consistent.

Character 9 is the “check digit” in an Audi allroad VIN.

Based on a formula developed by the US Department of Transportation, it helps reduce fraud by ensuring the validity of the VIN.

10th Character in the Audi allroad VIN — Year Code

Year Code	Year
5	2005 Audi allroad
4	2004 Audi allroad
3	2003 Audi allroad
2	2002 Audi allroad
1	2001 Audi allroad

11th Character in the Audi allroad VIN — Plant Code(s)

Known Audi allroad Assembly Factory VIN Code(s)

Plant Code	Plant City	Plant State	Plant Country	Plant Company Name	Example VIN
N	Neckarsulm		Germany		WAUYP54B11N141359

VIN Characters 12 - 17 of an Audi allroad

The final 6 characters in an Audi allroad’s 17-digit VIN are its serial number, which will be unique to every vehicle.

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How to find an Audi allroad’s VIN?

Locating the VIN number on your Audi allroad is key for identification. Here’s how to find it:

Examine the lower corner of the windshield on the driver’s side where the VIN is commonly displayed on a metal plate.
Look inside the driver’s side door frame, often on a sticker or plate where the door latches when closed.
Inspect your vehicle’s insurance or registration documents which should list the VIN.
Check for the VIN on the engine block, which is often stamped on the front of the engine.
Review your Audi allroad’s owner’s manual or service book, which may contain the VIN.
If your Audi allroad has a spare tire, sometimes the VIN can be found in the compartment where the spare is stored.
Examine the rear wheel well directly above the tire; the VIN might be found in this less-common place.

What info can an Audi allroad VIN reveal?

Model Year: The VIN can reveal the vehicle’s model year, indicating it may be the year 2005, providing insights into the age and potential historical value of the vehicle.
Body Class and Doors: A VIN can specify the body class, potentially indicating a Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle (MPV) with a specific number of doors, providing detailed insights into the vehicle’s design and structure.
Drive Type: The drive type can also be identified from the VIN, potentially offering information about the vehicle’s handling characteristics and drive configuration.

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Sample VIN Decode Report for an Audi allroad

Vehicle Spec	Value
Body Class	Wagon
Curtain Air Bag Locations	1st and 2nd Rows
Destination Market	Canada
Displacement (CC)	2671
Displacement (CI)	162.994420477
Displacement (L)	2.671000
Doors	4
Engine Brake (hp) From	250
Engine Manufacturer	Audi
Engine Number of Cylinders	6
Front Air Bag Locations	1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Fuel Type - Primary	Gasoline
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From	Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Model	allroad
Model Year	2004
Other Engine Info	50-St/Can. BIN 9 / LEV emission std. Emissions Certification Test Group: 4ADXV02.7343
Other Restraint System Info	Active Seat Belt.
Plant City	Neckarsulm
Plant Company Name
Plant Country	Germany
Seat Belt Type	Manual
Series	quattro
Side Air Bag Locations	1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Vehicle Descriptor	WA1YD64B*4N
Vehicle Type	Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle
Sample_VIN	WA1YD64B04N000394