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Decode any Mercedes-Benz LP1419 VIN free. Type the 17-character chassis number from your LP1419 into the decoder above and pull the model year, engine configuration, transmission, GVW class, cab configuration, and plant of origin. No sign-up.
This page is the dedicated LP1419 hub. The LP1419 is the 14-tonne flat-nose truck in Mercedes’ LP-series lineup, powered by the turbocharged OM366A 6.0L diesel producing 190 hp. Like other LP variants, the LP1419’s forward-control cab layout maximizes cargo length for a given wheelbase. It was a common regional freight truck across Europe and Latin America and, through Brazilian continuation production, remains in service today in many markets.
About the Mercedes-Benz LP1419
The LP1419 is a 14-tonne nominal GVW medium commercial truck with a 190-horsepower diesel. Naming decodes as L + first two digits (GVW rounded) + last two digits (engine hp / 10). The LP family includes several closely related models with different GVW and engine output combinations:
| Model | GVW nominal (tonnes) | Engine hp nominal | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| LP1219 | 12 | 190 | Flat-nose light-medium delivery |
| LP1419 | 14 | 190 | This page |
| LP1518 | 15 | 180 | Flat-nose heavier medium duty |
The LP1419 sits above the LP1219 (12-tonne, same 190-hp engine) in the LP flat-nose family. It’s the flat-nose equivalent of the conventional-cab L1419 (14-tonne NG family, same 190-hp OM366A). Stepping up in GVW to 15 tonnes and adding a sleeper cab produces the LPS1525 tractor variant.
Mercedes-Benz LP1419 WMI codes (positions 1 to 3)
| WMI | Country | Plant | Applies to |
|---|---|---|---|
| WDB | Germany | Wörth am Rhein (Mercedes commercial vehicle plant) | European-market LP1419 |
| 9BM | Brazil | São Bernardo do Campo (Mercedes-Benz do Brasil) | Brazilian and Latin American LP1419 |
The LP1419 was built at Wörth am Rhein in Germany and, for Latin American markets, at São Bernardo do Campo in Brazil. Brazilian production often continued after European production ended, so many surviving LP1419 units in commercial service today are Brazilian-built.
How to decode a Mercedes LP1419 VIN, position by position
Positions 1 to 3: WMI
See the table above. Position 1 identifies country of assembly: W for Germany, 9 for Brazil.
Positions 4 to 8: VDS
Positions 4 to 6 identify the LP chassis series. Position 7 encodes cab configuration and axle count. Position 8 identifies the engine:
| Char (pos 8) | Engine | Fitment |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | OM366A 6.0L I6 turbo diesel (190 hp) | Standard LP1419 |
Position 9: Check digit
Calculated from the other 16 characters. Enforced by national commercial vehicle registries.
Position 10: Model year
| Char | Year |
|---|---|
| A | 1980 |
| E | 1984 |
| G | 1986 |
| H | 1987 |
| J | 1988 |
| K | 1989 |
| L | 1990 |
| M | 1991 |
| N | 1992 |
| P | 1993 |
| R | 1994 |
| S | 1995 |
| T | 1996 |
| V | 1997 |
Position 11: Assembly plant
Wörth (Germany) or São Bernardo do Campo (Brazil) depending on market.
Positions 12 to 17: Serial number
Production sequence stamped on your specific LP1419.
Where to find the VIN on a Mercedes LP1419
- Manufacturer plate on the driver-side A-pillar or cab door frame
- Stamped into the right-side frame rail behind the cab
- Stamped on the engine block, upper right side
- Vehicle registration, insurance, and DOT ID sticker
- Fleet log book if the vehicle is in fleet service
Commercial vehicles like the LP1419 have more physical stampings than passenger cars because they’re built to survive collision repair, body swaps, and multiple registrations. On a genuine LP1419, the manufacturer plate, frame stamp, and engine block stamp should all match.
Mercedes LP1419 known issues
OM366 and related I6 diesels are famously durable but a few pattern issues affect the used market: injection pump timing drift, glow plug relay wear, and chassis rust on units driven in salt regions. Brazilian-built LP1419 units often have different rust patterns due to tropical service conditions; watch cab door bottoms and rear cross-members on tropical-market examples. Cab hinges wear on high-mileage units.
Frequently asked questions
How do I decode a Mercedes-Benz LP1419 VIN?
Type the 17-character VIN from the manufacturer plate, frame stamp, or registration into the decoder at the top of this page. Results include the LP chassis series, model year, engine, cab configuration, and plant (Germany or Brazil). No sign-up.
What does LP1419 mean?
The LP1419 designation decodes as: L for Lastwagen (truck), P for pullman/flat-nose cab, first two digits = 14-tonne GVW nominal, last two digits = 190 hp nominal engine output. So LP1419 = 14-tonne truck with 190-hp diesel.
Where is the LP1419 built?
Wörth am Rhein (Germany) or São Bernardo do Campo (Brazil). Position 1 of the VIN identifies country: W for Germany, 9 for Brazil. Position 11 identifies the specific plant.
What’s the difference between L1419 and LP1419?
Cab layout. Both have 14-tonne nominal GVW and share the OM366A turbo diesel calibrated to 190 hp. The L1419 uses the conventional (front-engine) NG cab; the LP1419 uses the flat-nose LP cab where the driver sits over the front axle. Position 4 to 6 of the VIN differs to identify the cab layout. On the used market, LP-cab units are typically preferred for urban delivery where overall length matters; L-cab units are preferred for long-distance work where the driver comfort of a conventional cab helps.
Is the Mercedes LP1419 VIN decoder free?
Yes. VinDecoderPlus decodes every LP1419 VIN free of charge with no sign-up. The decode covers everything the factory stamped into the VIN.
Can a LP1419 VIN be faked?
The manufacturer plate on the cab can be replaced, but the frame rail stamp and engine block stamp are physically tied to the truck. Because commercial vehicles are often re-bodied (box body replaced with tipper, tipper with tanker), the physical stamps are the reliable reference. Verify all three against the paperwork before purchase. The guide how to check if a car is stolen by VIN covers additional verification steps.
Decode any Mercedes LP1419 VIN free
Type your 17-character LP1419 VIN into the decoder at the top of this page for an instant breakdown. For related reading:
- Mercedes-Benz VIN decoder hub for the brand-wide guide
- How to read a VIN number for the general standard
- What every character in a VIN means for a position-by-position reference
- VIN decoder vs. vehicle history report for what a decode covers vs. what it doesn’t
