VIN check Ford: history, mileage and damage
Buying a used Ford? Check the car's history by VIN (chassis number): the mileage history, damage and accidents, theft, leasing and photos, all in seconds.
Typical import origin: GermanyWhat you check on a Ford by VIN
Mileage history
We compare odometer readings across Europe and flag drops that may point to tampering.
Damage & accidents
See where and when the car was hit and the estimated repair cost.
Theft, leasing & lien
Check whether the vehicle is stolen, pledged or still on active leasing.
Listing photos
Images from previous listings to see the real condition over time.
Equipment & specs
Engine, power, gearbox, factory equipment and the correct year.
Owners & usage
Whether it shows up as a taxi in the registers checked and, where the sources hold the data, how many owners it had.
Visual proof
What you see in the report
The mileage chart from the report: every odometer reading recorded over time. A sudden drop is automatically flagged as possible tampering.
Illustrative example chart, it does not represent a specific vehicle.
Why check before buying
The Ford Focus and Mondeo are popular used cars, many imported from Germany or the UK. Confirm the real mileage and damage history by VIN.
Frequently checked Ford models
The check works for any model with a valid VIN.
- Ford Focus
- Ford Fiesta
- Ford Mondeo
- Ford Kuga
- Ford C-Max
Chassis number
What a Ford VIN looks like
The first three characters of a VIN identify the manufacturer. On a Ford you will usually see the ones below.
- WF0Ford for Europe (Fiesta, Focus, Mondeo, Kuga)
- 1FApassenger cars built in the United States, such as the Mustang
- 1FMSUVs built in the United States (Explorer, Escape)
- 3FApassenger cars built in Mexico, such as the Fusion
The first two characters point to the manufacturer's country, not necessarily to the plant the car left. The list is not complete: the same brand uses other codes too, mostly for cars built outside Europe. If the VIN in the papers starts differently than you expect, compare it with the one on the body before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Ford's history by VIN?
Enter the 17-character VIN from the registration, windshield or body. We show you for free whether we hold data for that VIN, then you generate the full report with mileage, damage and history for that Ford.
Can I check a Ford's mileage history?
Yes. We compare odometer readings recorded over time from several European sources and flag drops that may mean the dashboard was rolled back.
How much is a Ford report?
The full report starts at 17.90 €, one-time payment, no subscription. Checking data availability for a VIN is free.
Does the check work for an imported Ford?
Yes. We cover vehicles from 32 countries, exactly the imports from Germany, France or Italy.
What does a Ford VIN start with?
Usually with WF0, 1FA, 1FM, 3FA. The first three characters identify the manufacturer, so one brand can have several codes, depending on the type of car and where it was built.
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