Japanese Chassis Code Decoder
Decode a Japanese model code's emissions-era prefix and look up common chassis codes like JZX100 or NZE141 against a curated reference list.
Enter a model code
Reference list, not exhaustive. This covers a curated set of commonly exported chassis codes and the standardized emissions-era prefix. Always verify the actual model and spec against the auction sheet and export certificate.
Decoded result
- Emissions-era prefix
- DBA — New Long-Term compliant (gasoline), ~2004-2018
- The most common prefix seen on 2007-2017 Japanese-market gasoline vehicles.
- Chassis code lookup
- NZE141 — Toyota Corolla (2006-2013), 1ZZ-FE / 4ZZ-FE engine
Common chassis code reference
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| Code | Model | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE86 | Toyota Corolla / Sprinter Trueno / Levin | 1983-1987 | 4A-GE |
| AE111 | Toyota Corolla / Sprinter Trueno / Levin | 1995-2000 | 4A-GE (silver top) |
| JZX90 | Toyota Chaser / Cresta / Mark II | 1992-1996 | 1JZ-GTE / 1JZ-GE |
| JZX100 | Toyota Chaser / Cresta / Mark II | 1996-2001 | 1JZ-GTE / 1JZ-GE |
| JZX110 | Toyota Mark II / Verossa | 2000-2004 | 1JZ-GTE / 1JZ-FSE |
| JZA80 | Toyota Supra | 1993-2002 | 2JZ-GTE / 2JZ-GE |
| JZS161 | Toyota Aristo | 1997-2004 | 2JZ-GTE |
| SW20 | Toyota MR2 | 1989-1999 | 3S-GE / 3S-GTE |
| ZN6 | Toyota 86 | 2012-2020 | FA20 |
| NZE141 | Toyota Corolla | 2006-2013 | 1ZZ-FE / 4ZZ-FE |
| ZVW30 | Toyota Prius | 2009-2015 | 2ZR-FXE (hybrid) |
| GRS180 | Toyota Crown (Athlete/Royal) | 2003-2008 | 3GR-FSE |
| BNR32 | Nissan Skyline GT-R (R32) | 1989-1994 | RB26DETT |
| BCNR33 | Nissan Skyline GT-R (R33) | 1995-1998 | RB26DETT |
| BNR34 | Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) | 1999-2002 | RB26DETT |
| ER34 | Nissan Skyline (non-GT-R) | 1998-2002 | RB25DET |
| S13 | Nissan Silvia / 180SX | 1988-1993 | SR20DET |
| S14 | Nissan Silvia | 1993-1998 | SR20DET |
| S15 | Nissan Silvia | 1999-2002 | SR20DET |
| FD3S | Mazda RX-7 | 1991-2002 | 13B-REW (rotary) |
| NA6CE | Mazda MX-5 / Eunos Roadster | 1989-1997 | B6ZE / BP-ZE |
| DC2 | Honda Integra Type R | 1995-2001 | B18C |
| EK9 | Honda Civic Type R | 1997-2000 | B16B |
| GDB | Subaru Impreza WRX STI | 2000-2007 | EJ207 |
| GC8 | Subaru Impreza | 1992-2000 | EJ20 |
| CT9A | Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (VII-IX) | 2001-2007 | 4G63 |
| CZ4A | Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X | 2007-2016 | 4B11 |
Two different codes, two different jobs
A Japanese model code like DBA-NZE141 packs two genuinely different pieces of information into one string. The prefix (DBA) is a standardized, government-assigned designation tied to which emissions and safety regulation era the vehicle was certified under — it's not manufacturer-specific, and it's exactly the kind of detail that matters when a destination market like New Zealand cares about emissions compliance rather than just calendar age.
The part after the hyphen (NZE141) is the manufacturer's own chassis/platform code, and unlike the prefix, there's no single published universal table for these — each manufacturer maintains its own scheme, and it isn't always public. That's why this tool treats the two halves differently: the prefix gets decoded from a standardized rule, while the chassis code gets looked up against a curated reference list of commonly exported models rather than computed from a formula.
For any purchase decision, the auction sheet and the physical chassis stamping are the authoritative source, not a lookup tool. Use this to get oriented quickly on an unfamiliar code, then confirm against the actual documents before committing.
Chassis decoder FAQ
What does the prefix in a Japanese model code like DBA-NZE141 mean?
The prefix before the hyphen indicates which Japanese emissions regulation era the vehicle was certified under - for example DBA and CBA indicate 2004-2018 "New Long-Term" compliant vehicles, DAA indicates a hybrid from the same era, and 3BA/5BA/6AA indicate vehicles certified under the post-2018 revised standards. This matters for compliance in emissions-strict import markets like New Zealand.
Is this chassis decoder a complete database of every Japanese model code?
No. It covers a curated list of commonly exported and well-known chassis codes as a quick reference, plus a decoder for the standardized emissions-era prefix. It is not exhaustive and should not replace verifying a vehicle's actual model and specification against its auction sheet and export certificate.
What's the difference between this and the VIN Decoder?
Japanese domestic-market vehicles are usually identified by a model/chassis code and separate chassis number, not a 17-character VIN. Use this tool for JDM-style codes like DBA-NZE141 or JZX100, and use the VIN Decoder for standard 17-character VINs found on export-spec or North American-market vehicles.
Verifying a vehicle's identity and compliance
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