VIN REPORT
WVGZZZC1ZMY0797842021 VOLKSWAGEN
Risk Score
0
LOW RISK
out of 100
Safety Recalls
Clear
No active recalls
NHTSA Complaints
None
No complaints filed
Safety Rating
Not Tested
See iihs.org/ratings
Vehicle Age
5 yrs
2021
Safety Grade
B-
Score: 80/100
Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary
2021 VOLKSWAGEN was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. No open recalls, complaints, or auction appearances were found — a clean result.
Critical Alerts
Title Brand CheckMined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull
No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.
Vehicle
Vehicle SpecificationsDecoded from NHTSA vPIC database
- Make
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Year
- 2021
- Vehicle Type
- MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
- Manufacturer
- VOLKSWAGEN AG
Safety
Safety IntelligenceComposite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data
Overall Safety Grade
B-
Score: 80/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety30/30
Complaint History30/30
Recall Risk Score
0/100Clear
✓ No high-risk recall components found
Modern Safety Index
0/100
Basic
0 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control
Recalls
Deferred Failure RiskComponents and defects approaching or past their known service milestones
33/100
Monitor Deferred Risk
4 component(s) approaching service intervals within the next 20,000 miles. Factor routine maintenance costs into your ownership budget.
⚠No odometer data on record. Mileage is estimated at ~60,000 mi based on average annual driving. Items marked EST. OVERDUE may already be due — verify service history with the seller. Items marked OVERDUE are confirmed past-due based on vehicle age alone.
MONITORCriticalWater Pump
Service interval: 100,000 mi · Est. ~60,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Water Pump service before 100,000 mi
Water pump failure causes rapid overheating. If the engine overheats even once, head gasket damage is likely — turning a $400 part into a $3,000+ repair.
EST. OVERDUEHighTransmission Fluid / Service
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 5 yr · Past due by age
Service Transmission Fluid / Service immediately — already past the 60,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded transmission fluid destroys clutch packs and solenoids. CVT transmissions are especially sensitive — neglected fluid can result in a $4,000–$8,000 replacement.
EST. OVERDUEHighCoolant Flush
Service interval: 5 yr · Vehicle age: 5 yr · Past due by age
Service Coolant Flush immediately — already past the 100,000 mi / 5 yr interval
Degraded coolant loses corrosion inhibitors and attacks aluminum engine components. Can cause head gasket failure and water pump corrosion.
MONITORModerateSpark Plugs (iridium/platinum)
Service interval: 100,000 mi · Est. ~60,000 mi (no odometer on record)
Schedule Spark Plugs (iridium/platinum) service before 100,000 mi
Worn spark plugs cause misfires that can foul and crack catalytic converters. A $150 tune-up can prevent a $1,200 catalytic converter replacement.
NHTSA Safety Recalls
0CLEAR
✓
No Recall Campaigns Found
NHTSA has no active or historical recalls for this 2021 VOLKSWAGEN.
Complaints
Details & Analysis
Financial
5-Year Total Cost of OwnershipEstimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation
$34,084
~$568/mo over 5 yrs
$0.6/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$8,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$7,084
Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $34,084 (~$568/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.
Pre-Purchase Inspection ChecklistTailored for the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.
Recall Probability ForecastEstimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals
5%
18-month
10%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 10%
5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.
History & Auctions
Insurance Cost EstimateEstimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings
Full Coverage
$1,650–$2,090/yr
~$138–$174/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
▼ 5-year-old vehicle: −7% (moderate depreciation)
Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.
Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty HistoryFederal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations
VOLKSWAGEN has been fined $19000M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2017: Criminal plea agreement related to Dieselgate.
2016$14700MDieselgate settlement — defeat device software in TDI engines to cheat EPA emissions tests
2017$4300MCriminal plea agreement related to Dieselgate
State-Specific Legal ProtectionsWhat consumer laws apply to this vehicle purchase in your state
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Complete Data TableAll decoded fields in a single flattened view
Vehicle Identity
| VIN | WVGZZZC1ZMY079784 |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| Make | VOLKSWAGEN |
| Vehicle Type | MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV) |
Manufacturer
| Manufacturer | VOLKSWAGEN AG |
VIN Structure
| WMI (Chars 1–3) | WVG |
| Check Digit (Char 9) | Z |
| Model Year Code (Char 10) | M |
| Plant Code (Char 11) | Y |
| Sequence (Chars 12–17) | 079784 |
Safety Data
| NHTSA Recall Count | 0 |
| NHTSA Complaint Count | 0 |
VIN Structure DecodeISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number
W
1
V
2
G
3
Z
4
Z
5
Z
6
C
7
1
8
Z
9
M
10
Y
11
0
12
7
13
9
14
7
15
8
16
4
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
W
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
V
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
G
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
ZZZC1
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
Z
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
M
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
Y
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
079784
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
Germany
From VIN position 1 (W)
Model Year Character
"M" → 2021
Could also be 1991
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✗ Invalid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 5/16/2026, 8:34:25 PM.