AutoTyp

Guide

Swiss vehicle registration document explained: fields for AutoTyp

Which registration document fields can matter for type approval, technical data and vehicle tax.

In brief

The Swiss vehicle registration document contains official vehicle information. AutoTyp helps explain type-level data.

Swiss vehicle registration document with field 24 type approval highlighted
Example: field 24 in the Swiss vehicle registration documentThe type approval value is shown in field 24, highlighted here with the example value 1VB752.

How to use AutoTyp

Field 24 usually contains the type approval value.

Why it matters for vehicle data

Weight, power, displacement or emissions can matter depending on canton.

Limits and legal effect

Official documents and canton decisions remain authoritative.

FAQ

Is AutoTyp data legally binding?

No. AutoTyp uses available Swiss vehicle type data, but it is not an official government service.

Does AutoTyp show owner data?

No. AutoTyp does not provide owner, license plate or VIN lookup.

Can I calculate vehicle tax with it?

For supported cantons, AutoTyp can show a non-binding estimate. The canton invoice remains binding.

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