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VIN Definition

There are 17 characters in the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The following is a breakdown of the VIN by sequential number as per its position:

MODEL YEAR VIN CODE APPLICATION

Position Indicates
1 Nation of Origin
2 Manufacturer
3 Vehicle Division
4 Restraint System
5 Constant "P"
6-7 Line, Series Type
8 Engine Code
9 Check Digit
10 Model Year
11 Assembly Plant
12-17 Plant Sequential Number