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Why Choose EpicVIN’s Audi TTS VIN Decoder?

  • Three Decades of Sports-Car DNA: The Audi TTS (2009-2023) is the high-performance variant of the iconic TT, spanning two generations - the 8J (2009-2015) and the 8S (2016-2023). The 8J delivered 272 hp from a 2.0L TFSI turbo-four, while the 8S raised the bar to 306 hp with a revised EA888 engine. Over 662,000 TT-family cars were built before production ended in November 2023, making history verification essential on the used market. Run a vin lookup free to confirm your TTS's generation, quattro system, and original equipment list.
  • Accuracy > 99%: Check-digit validation and cross-checks with official NMVTIS and NHTSA sources; open manufacturer recalls available.
  • Equipment & safety: Factory options and key safety systems, including active/closed recalls.
  • One-click facts & risks: Salvage/flood, theft, odometer jumps, owner count, and commercial use. Need brand-wide decoding? Use the Audi Vin Decoder.

What You’ll Get in a Audi TTS VIN Report

Results for VIN Decoding for
VIN# TRUWF38J991026536

2009 AUDI TTS

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2009 AUDI TTS - VIN Decoder

  • Odometer

    No problems

  • Safety Recalls

    No records

  • Accidents

    2 problems

  • Last mileage

    204,439 km

  • Auction Sales

    1 sale found

  • Owners

    2+ owners found
  • Year

    Year 2009

  • Make

    Make Audi

  • Model

    Model TTS

  • Fuel Type

    Fuel Type Gasoline

  • Engine

    Engine 2L

  • Made in

    Made in HUNGARY

  • Make/model/series
  • Body/cab type
  • Type of engine and (when available) transmission
  • Year
  • Assembly factory (11th position)
  • Basic options/safety systems (if encoded)
  • Recalls
  • Odometer detailed information: Shows the last known mileage data
  • Accidents
  • Number of owners
  • Sales statistics: Shows vital historical listings of the vehicle’s sales from auctions and dealers
  • Photos: In a free online report, you can see the latest up-to-date photo; in a full report, you can find a large number of photos of each vehicle

Always identify open recalls by VIN; dealer recall repairs are performed at no cost. It’s useful to compare safety ratings for a specific vehicle.

Audi TTS – Buyer's Quick Guide

Generation Name Years Platform Body Key changes
Gen 2 8J 2009-2015 Volkswagen Group A5 (PQ35) 2-door coupe, 2-door roadster First TTS sold in North America, 2.0L TFSI with 272 hp, quattro AWD standard, S tronic 6-speed dual-clutch, aluminum front panels for weight balance, magnetic ride optional
Gen 3 8S 2016-2023 Volkswagen Group MQB 2-door coupe, 2-door roadster Revised EA888 2.0L TFSI with 306 hp, 7-speed S tronic, Audi Virtual Cockpit standard, progressive steering, lighter curb weight, production ended November 2023
  • Water Pump Failure (8J/8S) (Severity: high)
    Plastic-impeller water pumps are known to crack and leak coolant, often around 50k-70k miles
  • DSG/S tronic Mechatronics (8J) (Severity: high)
    Dual-clutch transmission mechatronic unit can fail, causing jerky shifts or limp mode
  • Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves (Severity: medium)
    Direct-injection 2.0T engines accumulate carbon on valves after 40k-60k miles, reducing power
  • Ignition Coil and Spark Plug Wear (Severity: low)
    High-boost turbo engines wear coils faster; misfires common after 30k miles if not replaced
  • PCV Valve Diaphragm Tear (Severity: medium)
    Positive crankcase ventilation valve tears cause rough idle, check-engine light, and oil leaks
Generation NHTSA IIHS
Second Gen TTS (8J) 2009-2015 Not rated Top Safety Pick (2008 TT tested)
Third Gen TTS (8S) 2016-2023 Not rated Not rated
  • Transmission
    On 8J models, test the S tronic at low speeds for juddering. Mechatronics repairs cost $2,000-$4,000.
  • Cooling System
    Ask if the water pump has been replaced. Aftermarket metal-impeller upgrades run about $300 and prevent repeat failure.
  • Carbon Cleaning
    Request walnut-blast service records. If never done past 50k miles, budget $500-$800 for valve cleaning.
  • Model Year
    The 8S (2016+) is more refined with 34 extra hp and Virtual Cockpit. Prices start around $28k used.
  • Depreciation
    TTS holds value better than base TT. A 3-year-old 8S TTS typically sells for 55-60% of its original MSRP.
  • Pre-Purchase Inspection
    Check for oil residue around turbo and valve cover. Scan for boost leaks - common on high-mileage 2.0T engines.
Annual Maintenance Repair Range Insurance Depreciation
$900-$1,400 $400-$4,000 per major repair $1,800-$2,600 per year ~45% of original MSRP

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Where to Find the VIN on Audi TTS

How to Find a VIN?
  • On the dashboard under the windshield on the driver’s side.
  • On the sticker in the driver’s door jamb/pillar.
  • In documents: Title, registration, insurance.

Audi TTS VIN Structure

  • 1-3 WMI (World Manufacturer Identifier): manufacturer/country (e.g., 1FT = Make, USA)
  • 4-8 VDS (Vehicle Description Section): model/body/systems/motor
  • 9 Check digit: error-protection control digit
  • 10 Year: specific code
  • 11 Plant: assembly factory
  • 12–17 Serial: production sequence number

VIN decoding chart — Audi TTS, 17-character layout

Pos Character(s) Meaning
1 T Manufacturing country: HUNGARY
2 R Manufacturer: Audi
3 U Vehicle type: PASSENGER CAR
4 W Model: TTS
5 F Body Style: Roadster
6 3 Cylinders: 4
Engine Displacement (L): 2
Engine HP: 265
Primary Fuel Type: Gasoline
7 8 Trim: Roadster quattro
8 J Safety/Restraint: -
9 9 Check digit (ISO 3779)
10 9 Model year: 2009
11 1 Plant Information: GYOR HUNGARY
12–17 000001–999999 Sequential production number (varies)

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Vehicle History Risk Factors

  • Salvage/Flood/Rebuilt: NMVTIS title brand status indicating severe damage, flood exposure, or rebuilt after total loss.
  • Theft: Reliable analysis of theft records and total-loss events.
  • Odometer: Suspicious mileage “jumps” or inconsistencies across service, auction, and DMV records, which inform buyers of potential issues.
  • Owners/Use: Ownership review, taxi/ride-share/commercial use, liens/leases, and possible usage restrictions.

These items appear in a full VIN report the decoder itself shows factory specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Audi TTS VIN code is what is used to decode vehicle details and is printed on the inside frame or jamb of the driver-side front door or on the dashboard on the driver’s side.

Digit 1 is where the car was assembled, digit 2 indicates the manufacturer, digit 3 is the vehicle type, digits 4-8 describe the model, body style, engine type, and transmission, digit 9 verifies the VIN is valid, digits 10-11 indicate the model year and factory of assembly, and digits 12-17 are the factory’s production sequence number. Enter the VIN number into the Audi TTS decoder to lookup vehicle details.

Enter the VIN number into the Audi TTS decoder to lookup a report on the vehicle’s options such as the transmission, trim color, emissions specifications, and anything that was changed in the production process. Check Audi specs with VIN.

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