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Multi-Brand — Verification

Engine Serial Number Lookup API

Verify engine serial numbers directly from global manufacturer databases.

JSON / REST

Integration

Standard API endpoints

20–60 min

Turnaround

Automated queue delivery

Multi-Brand — Verification

API Target

Manufacturer verified

PDF / JSON

Delivery Format

Flexible output data

Dimensions we cover

Engine & Gearbox Serials

SERIALS

The factory record behind the VIN — engine type and serial, gearbox serial, body style, colour code, destination market, dealer code and the PDI date the car was handed over, alongside the last odometer reading the network holds.

Warranty Claim History

CLAIMS

Every warranty claim raised against those serials — repair date, claim and dealer job number, the odometer at the time, the part number fitted, and the symptom and trouble codes the technician recorded.

A complete serial record

Every section comes from a real manufacturer serial lookup — a Nissan Juke delivered in September 2017, with its engine and gearbox serials and the warranty claims logged against them.

Engine & Gearbox Serials

The factory record behind the VIN — engine type and serial, gearbox serial, body style, colour code, destination market, dealer code and the PDI date the car was handed over, alongside the last odometer reading the network holds.

HR16DE · 45,390 kmvehicle detail
Engine & Gearbox Serials
Screen 1
Warranty Claim History
Screen 2

Warranty Claim History

Every warranty claim raised against those serials — repair date, claim and dealer job number, the odometer at the time, the part number fitted, and the symptom and trouble codes the technician recorded.

2 claims · 42,759 to 45,390 kmclaim history

API Request Pipeline

Integrate report ordering into your system. Below is the workflow pipeline and the parameters for this service.

1. Dispatch

POST /vehicle-reports/request

Post the VIN and serviceKey to initialize report retrieval.

2. Queue

Job Queueing

Queries manufacturer build records — results are ready in 20–60 minutes.

3. Status

GET /:shortReportId

Poll report generation progress. Wait for status: 'ready'.

4. Retrieve

GET /:shortReportId/file

Download the completed PDF file or JSON base64 package.

cURL Request SamplePOST
# 1. Place a vehicle report order
curl -X POST 'https://api.globalvin.co/api/vehicle-reports/request' \
  -H 'x-api-key: your_supplier_key_here' \
  -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
  -d '{"vin": "VIN_CODE_HERE", "service": "engine_number_request"}'

# Response:
# {
#   "success": true,
#   "data": {
#     "vin": "VIN_CODE_HERE",
#     "service": "engine_number_request",
#     "shortReportId": "GV-9CFE34",
#     "status": "pending"
#   }
# }

Engine Serial Number Lookup Specs

Multi-Brand — Verification

PDF / JSON

Typically includes

  • Engine serial number
  • Factory record screenshot/photo
  • Specs match confirmation
  • Official database check

API Specifications

Pricing details, average turnaround times, and supported database coverage for this API.

Engine Serial Number Lookup

Official engine serial number query checked by a dealer representative. Delivered as a photo, screenshot, or document printout from the dealer system terminal.

Retail price$10.00
Turnaround20–60 min
BrandsFiat, KIA, Nissan, Honda, Renault...

Who Integrates This API?

Unlock programmatic access to verified vehicle data for operations, diagnostics, or listings.

Fraud Investigations

Detect swapped or stolen engines by matching physical numbers to factory records.

Customs Auditing

Compare physical engine serial numbers against shipping manifest records.

Parts Salvage

Confirm engine version compatibility before purchasing parts.

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