Where is the VIN number in Toyota Yaris (XP210)?

This guide covers where to find the VIN/chassis number locations on the Toyota Yaris (XP210) produced between 2020–2022, including the easiest under-hood label and a hidden stamped number under the front seat area.

Chassis Number Locations

Production Label (VIN Sticker)

• Where to look: Open the hood and look at the firewall/bulkhead at the back of the engine bay, slightly off-center and closer to the passenger side. You’re looking for a silver plate/sticker with black text showing fields like “MODEL”, “ENGINE”, “FRAME No” (VIN), “COLOR”, etc.
• Access: High visibility once the hood is open. You may need to wipe/scrub the label if there’s dust or grime.
• Note: This is usually the best VIN to scan because it’s printed with good contrast.
• Tip: If the plate is dusty or your camera keeps missing letters, wipe it down and then scan it directly with ScanVin.app to avoid mistyping the FRAME No.

Chassis/Frame Number (Stamped, Under Seat)

• Where to look: Check the front footwell floor area under the front seat (commonly on the passenger side for LHD vehicles, but check the driver side footwell if not found). Look for a pre-cut flap in the carpet/matting; lift it to expose the stamped metal chassis number on the floor cross-member.
• Access: Moderate difficulty. You’ll need to slide the seat all the way back, then lift the carpet flap. Lighting is usually poor and the stamping can be low-contrast (body-color paint on metal).
• Note: The reference vehicle shown is RHD, where the stamp is under the driver’s seat—on many LHD cars the equivalent spot is mirrored.
• Tip: Because it’s dark and the angle is awkward, use Flashlight + OCR and capture it with your phone via ScanVin.app instead of trying to read it upside down.

Engine Number (Stamped on Engine Block)

• Where to look: In the engine bay, look down at the front face of the engine block (radiator side). The number is stamped on a flat machined surface, slightly to the left (passenger side) of the exhaust manifold heat shield area, visible past nearby tubes/connectors.
• Access: High difficulty. It’s deep in the bay, often blocked by hoses/wiring, and can be dirty/oily—expect to need strong light and a steady hand.
• Note: This is the engine serial, not the VIN—but it’s commonly requested for registration/verification in some markets.
• Tip: If grime or low contrast makes the stamp hard to read, clean the area and use High Contrast AI Mode—you can use ScanVin.app to pick out faded characters without guessing.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Toyota Yaris 2021 Chassis Engine Number Location - YouTube

▶ Watch Toyota Yaris VIN Location Guide

• Shows the under-hood VIN/FRAME plate, the stamped chassis number under the seat carpet flap, and the engine number close-up.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Carpet flap missing or stuck down: Slide the seat fully back, then pry/lift the pre-cut carpet section carefully—some cars have extra matting that hides the seam.
• Stamp/plate hard to read: Under-seat stamps can be low contrast and poorly lit, and engine stamps can be greasy—use a flashlight, clean the surface, and re-check from a straighter angle.
• Sticker vs. stamped number mismatch: If a VIN sticker looks tampered with, bubbled, or freshly replaced, verify against the stamped chassis number before buying or registering.