Vauxhall Engine Codes Database

Complete Vauxhall Engines Database (1903–2026)

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Covers Vauxhall petrol, diesel, and hybrid engines used across UK and European models - from early Pinto engines to modern EcoBoost and Duratorq units. Each engine code includes specifications, compatible vehicles, and emissions data, sourced from official Vauxhall and EU records.

Engine Variants
Models Covered
of Engineering
Compliance Data

Data sourced from Vauxhall WSS-M2C948-B, EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007, and Vauxhall Technical Service Information (TSI) documents.

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Engine CodeFuel TypeSeries
Petrol10 N
Petrol10 S
Petrol11 N
Petrol11 S
Petrol11 Sr
Petrol12
Petrol12 N
Petrol12 Nc
Petrol12 Nv
Petrol12 S
Petrol12 St
Petrol12sc
Petrol13 N
Petrol13 Nb
Petrol13 S
Petrol13 Sb
Petrol14 Nv
Petrol15
Petrol15 A
Petrol15 B
Petrol15 D
Petrol15 D 4ec1
Petrol15 Dt T4ec1
Petrol15 Nb
Diesel15 Td
Petrol15ln
Petrol16 D
Petrol16 Da
Petrol16 N
Petrol16 S
Petrol16 Sh
Petrol16 Sv
Petrol17
Petrol17 A
Diesel17 D 4ee1
Diesel17 Dr
Petrol17 L
Petrol17 N
Petrol17 Na
Petrol17 S
Diesel17 Td
Petrol18 E
Petrol18 Nv
Petrol18 Seh
Petrol18 Sv
Petrol19 E
Petrol19 N
Petrol19 S
Petrol19 Sh
Petrol20 D
Petrol20 E
Petrol20 Eh
Petrol20 N
Petrol20 S
Petrol20 Se
Petrol20 Seh
Petrol20 Xe
Diesel21 D
Petrol22 E
Petrol22 N
Diesel23 D
Diesel23 Dtr
Diesel23 Td
Diesel23 Yd
Diesel23 Ydt
Petrol25 E
Petrol25 H
Petrol25 Ne
Petrol25 S
Petrol25 Sv
Diesel25 Td
Petrol26 N
Petrol26 S
Petrol26ne
Petrol26se
Petrol28 E
Petrol28 Ec
Petrol28 H
Petrol28 Hc
Petrol28 Hl
Petrol28 S
Diesel28 Td
Petrol30 E
Petrol30 H
Petrol30ne
Petrol46 S
Petrol54 S
Petrol6vd1 Dohc
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
DieselA-Series
PetrolA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
PetrolA-Series
DieselA-Series
PetrolAMPERA-Series
ElectricityAMPERA-Series
PetrolASTRA-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
DieselB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
DieselB-Series
PetrolB-Series
DieselB-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolCALIBRA-Series
PetrolCIH-Series
PetrolCIH-Series
PetrolCIH-Series
PetrolCIH-Series
PetrolCIH-Series
PetrolCIH-Series
ElectricityCORSA-Series
ElectricCORSA-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
PetrolD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
DieselD-Series
PetrolD-Series
DieselD-Series
PetrolE-Series
PetrolE-Series
PetrolE-Series
PetrolE-Series
PetrolF-Series
DieselF-Series
DieselF-Series
DieselF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
DieselF-Series
DieselF-Series
DieselF-Series
DieselF-Series
DieselF-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
DieselG-Series
PetrolH-Series
PetrolINSIGNIA-Series
PetrolK-Series
PetrolK-Series
PetrolLOTUS-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
ElectricityMOKKA-Series
DieselR-Series
DieselR-Series
DieselR-Series
PetrolM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
DieselM-Series
PetrolU-Series
DieselU-Series
PetrolVECTRA-Series
ElectricVIVARO-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
DieselX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
DieselX-Series
DieselX-Series
DieselX-Series
DieselX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
DieselX-Series
DieselX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
DieselX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
DieselX-Series
DieselX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
PetrolX-Series
DieselY-Series
PetrolY-Series
DieselY-Series
DieselY-Series
DieselY-Series
DieselY-Series
DieselY-Series
DieselY-Series
DieselY-Series
PetrolY-Series
PetrolY-Series
DieselY-Series
DieselY-Series
PetrolY-Series
DieselY-Series
PetrolY-Series
PetrolY-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
DieselZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
PetrolZ-Series
ElectricityZAFIRA-Series
DieselZD-Series
DieselZD-Series

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How to Find Your Vauxhall Engine Code

The engine code is essential for ordering parts, diagnosing issues, and verifying compatibility. It is not the same as the VIN or chassis number. This guide shows exactly where to find it - by model and engine type - using official Vauxhall and DVLA sources

Engine Code

Engine Code

A unique identifier stamped on the engine block or cover used for parts and service.

VIN

VIN

The vehicle identification number that holds encoded vehicle and engine information.

Chassis Number

Chassis Number

The chassis or frame number used for registration and legal identification.

Vauxhall Focus Mk3 (2011–2018)

Vauxhall Focus Mk3 (2011–2018)

Duratorq TDCi 2.0

Locate the engine code on the front timing cover, just below the camshaft cover. It is stamped into the metal or on a white label near the timing chain housing.

Vauxhall Fiesta Mk7 (2017–2022)

Vauxhall Fiesta Mk7 (2017–2022)

EcoBoost 1.0

The engine code is located on a white label attached to the camshaft cover, near the oil filler cap. It reads 'M1JA' or 'M1JJ' for the 1.0L EcoBoost variant.

Vauxhall Transit Custom (2012–Now)

Vauxhall Transit Custom (2012–Now)

Duratorq TDCi 2.0 or 2.2

Open the bonnet and look at the front left of the engine (driver side). The code is on a white label near the timing cover. Confirm 'TDCi' prefix for diesel variants.

Vauxhall Puma (1997–2002)

Vauxhall Puma (1997–2002)

Zetec-SE 1.7

The engine code is cast into the front of the cylinder head, near the thermostat housing. Look for 'L3B' or 'L3C' casting marks.

Engine code locations per Vauxhall TIS Document A15001 – Vehicle Identification. V5C field definitions from DVLA Guide to Vehicle Registration. VIN structure compliant with EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007, Article 7.

Vauxhall Engine Technology Specifications and Reliability Data

A technical breakdown of Vauxhall's core engine systems including Ti-VCT, EcoBoost Turbo, timing architectures and modular design with documented reliability impacts. All data sourced from Vauxhall WSS-M2C948-B, Vauxhall TSI and EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007

Overview

Vauxhall's Ti-VCT system independently varies intake and exhaust camshaft timing to optimise power, efficiency, and emissions across the rev range.

How it Works

Hydraulic cam phasers on both intake and exhaust cams are controlled by the ECU via oil pressure, adjusting valve timing up to 50 degrees for optimal combustion.

Ti-VCT mechanism
Evolution
Ti-VCT I

Duratec HE (2000)

Basic variable timing

Ti-VCT II

Duratec Ti-VCT (2004)

Improved phaser response

Ti-VCT III

EcoBoost (2012)

Integrated with turbocharging

Ti-VCT IV

EcoBoost Gen3 (2020)

Enhanced low-end torque

Sources
Vauxhall TSI Document SI B13 00 01
Vauxhall WSS-M2C948-B Specification
Affected Engines
Duratec HEDuratec Ti-VCTEcoBoost 1.0EcoBoost 1.5EcoBoost 2.0EcoBoost 2.3EcoBoost 2.7EcoBoost 3.5
COMMON ISSUES
  • Cam phaser rattle

    especially on cold start, 2.0L EcoBoost

  • Oil pressure sensitivity

    low oil level affects timing accuracy

  • VCT solenoid clogging

    fault code P0011/P0014 common

Vauxhall Engine Production Facts Manufacturing Output and Partnerships

Authoritative data on Vauxhall's global engine production, plant operations, and strategic partnerships. All figures sourced from Vauxhall Annual Reports, Sustainability Reports, and EU industrial compliance records.

Major Engine Production Plants

Vauxhall manufactures engines at three primary facilities, each specialising in specific families.

Dagenham Plant

🇬🇧Dagenham Plant(United Kingdom)

  • Historic Vauxhall engine hub
  • Engines: Duratorq TDCi diesel family
  • Capacity: ~150,000 engines annually (2023)
  • Sustainability: Carbon-neutral target by 2030
Cologne Plant

🇩🇪Cologne Plant(Germany)

  • Primary EcoBoost production facility
  • Engines: EcoBoost 1.0, 1.5, 2.0; PHEV components
  • Capacity: ~300,000 engines annually (2023)
  • Sustainability: Renewable energy powered since 2021
Valencia Plant

🇪🇸Valencia Plant(Spain)

  • High-volume EcoBoost and assembly integration
  • Engines: EcoBoost 1.0, 1.5; vehicle assembly
  • Capacity: ~250,000 engines/year (2024 expansion)
  • Sustainability: Zero-waste-to-landfill certification

Annual Engine Production Volume

Vauxhall produces approximately 430,000–480,000 engines per year. Note the steady decline in Diesel production due to Euro 6d and WLTP regulations, while Hybrid integration rises.

Diesel Decline (-15% since 2020)
Hybrid Growth (+7% since 2020)
Regulatory Impact: (EC) No 715/2007

Note: Diesel production has declined steadily due to Euro 6d and WLTP regulations (Regulation (EC) No 715/2007). Hybrid and plug-in hybrid integration rising.

0k100k200k300k400k500k480k2020465k2021450k2022440k2023430k2024 (e)Total Engines Produced
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid

Vauxhall & Mazda Partnership

Strategic collaboration on diesel technology. Duratorq-based 2.0/2.2 TDCi diesel engines power the Mazda BT-50 and Ranger (shared platform) across Europe, utilising Vauxhall's Dagenham-built blocks.

Shared Tech

High-pressure common rail & turbo design

Production

Duratorq blocks built in Dagenham, then integrated by Mazda

Vauxhall-Mazda Joint Development: Duratorq & BT-50
  • Strategic partnership from 2011 for diesel and commercial vehicle technologies.
  • Duratorq-based 2.0/2.2 TDCi used in Mazda BT-50, Ranger (Europe).
  • Shared engineering: high-pressure common rail systems and turbocharger design.

Vauxhall Strategic Partnerships – Mazda Collaboration

Powertrain Mix (2020–2024)

Shift in production reflects EU emissions policy and changing consumer demand.

Petrol66%
Diesel20%
Hybrid14%
Petrol
58–66%
Driven by EcoBoost family (1.0L, 1.5L, 2.0L)
Diesel
20–35%
Declining due to TCO, urban bans, and AdBlue complexity
Hybrid (PHEV)
7–14%
PHEV models (Kuga PHEV, Transit Custom PHEV)

This aligns with Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP/RDE) and EU 2035 ICE phase-out roadmap.

Engine production years verified via Vauxhall Production Reports and EU type-approval records

Engine Code FAQ Common Questions Answered

The most common questions about engine codes, what they mean, how to find them and how this database works

Confirm the full engine designation using vehicle-specific manufacturer records and the engine marking. An engine serial number, a registration record and a marketed power badge are not automatically the same identifier. Match the VIN/build data and the installed engine before selecting parts or a replacement.

No. A factory-application reference and a replacement-interchange decision are different. Match the full engine designation, vehicle build data, emissions equipment, controls and relevant supplier/OEM information.

No. Records have different review states. Read the correction notice, source scope and application limits on the individual record. Missing technical fields must not be inferred from similar engine codes.

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  • Vauxhall Group – Product Technical Reports (PTR), Annual Reports, Sustainability Reports
  • Vauxhall TIS / ISTA – Service Information, Repair Manuals, SI Bulletins (e.g., SI B11 03 08)
  • EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 – Type-approval of light-duty vehicles
  • Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 – WLTP and RDE testing procedures
  • UK DVLA Vehicle Approval and V5C Guidelines
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