How to Interpret a Vehicle's VIN?

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Automobile VIN interpretation method is as follows: 1. Positions 1 to 3 represent the manufacturer, brand, and type; 2. Positions 4 to 8 represent vehicle characteristics, vehicle category, chassis, engine model, and rated weight; 3. Position 9 represents the check digit; 4. Position 10 represents the vehicle's production year; 5. Position 11 represents the vehicle's assembly plant; 6. Positions 12 to 17 represent the vehicle's production serial number. Requirements for vehicle VIN usage are: 1. All vehicles must have a VIN; 2. No two vehicles produced within 30 years may have identical VINs; 3. It should preferably be located in the front half of the vehicle; 4. It should be placed on vehicle components that cannot be damaged or removed; 5. The markings should be clear, durable, and resistant to tampering.