Vehicle Plate Decoder

Over 20+ countries

Get robust information just from the license plate and state of a vehicle.

Search by license plate number, state & country

Retrieve make, model, year, VIN...

Available in 20 countries including the U.S., Canada, Brazil, and the UK

Not just cars, but motorcycles, trucks and RVs

Unparalleled Accuracy and Speed

We deliver unmatched accuracy in real-time, ensuring you receive reliable vehicle information instantly. Our system updates constantly to get you the most up to date information.

Insights Beyond Decoding

Unlock a wealth of vehicle data, including vehicle make, model, year, and VIN. This enriched data empowers you to make informed decisions in various applications.

Effortless Integration and Scalability

Seamlessly integrate with your existing systems, streamlining your operations. The scalable architecture ensures smooth performance even when handling high volume

Empowering Diverse Applications

From law enforcement to parking management, insurance, and fleet management, our API provides the data foundation to optimize operations, enhance security, and gain valuable insights.

For developers

Harness the power.

Seeing is believing. That's why we're showing you the power of the vehicle plate decoder API with an example in the code below. Let's see an example response when we provide the API with 7XER187 and MD for license plate number and state respectively.

Access to a Large Dataset: The API boasts millions of vehicles in its database, including cars, motorcycles, and even RVs.
Variety of data points: It provides a rich set of data points beyond just basic specifications. You can access details like fuel type, engine size, and even the transmission type.
Affordable pricing: The API offers a low-cost entry point to start using their service, with plans likely suited for various use cases.

curl -G 'https://api.carsxe.com/v2/platedecoder?key=CARSXE_API_KEY&plate=7XER187&state=CA'

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{
   "success": true,
   "input": {
     "plate": "7XER187",
     "state": "CA",
     "country": "US"
   },
   "description": "Kia Forte LX",
   "make": "Kia",
   "model": "Forte",
   "trim": "LX",
   "vin": "3KPFK4A78HE103497",
   "style": "Sedan 4D",
   "year": "2017",
   "assembly": "Mexico",
   "fuel_type": "Gasoline",
   "color": "White",
   "body_style": "Sedan",
   "engine_size": "2.0L I4 MPI",
   "drive_type": "FWD",
   "transmission": "Automatic"
}

International Support

The Plate Decoder API is constantly growing and we are constantly adding countries to the list.

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Frequently asked questions

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How can I use this data?: You can use the results from the Plate Decoder API such as the VIN (vehicle identification number), make, model and year to create simple work flows for your customers, gather valuable information, combine it the Vehicle Specifications API or Vehicle History API to optimize your business.
What countries and states do you support?: The Vehicle Plate Decoder API covers the U.S. including all 50 states, DC (District of Columbia), GU (Guam), PR (Puerto Rico), VI (Virgin Islands). We also provide international support for the Australia (AU), Brazil (BR), Canada (CA), Denmark (DK), Finland (FI), France (FR), Germany (DE), India (IN), Ireland (IE), Isle of Man (IM), Italy (IT), Mexico (MX), New Zealand (NZ), Nigeria (NG), Singapore (SG), South Africa (ZA), Spain (ES), The Netherlands (NL) and United Kingdom (GB) as of now but we update this list almost every week!
How can I get started with the API?: Getting started with the API is easy. Simply sign up for an account, and you'll be able to start using the API right away. You can also contact our sales team for more information.
Do you offer volumetric discounts?: Of course we do for guaranteed volumes! Email us at info@carsxe.com for more information.

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