How to Query Vehicle Information Using the Vehicle Identification Number?

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The vehicle engine number is the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). According to ASE standards, the VIN consists of 17 characters, hence it is commonly referred to as the 17-digit code and is also known as the 'vehicle's ID card.' VIN stands for Vehicle Identification Number. The vehicle identification code is determined based on national vehicle management standards and includes information such as the vehicle's manufacturer, year, model, body type and code, engine code, and assembly location. The 17-digit code is explained in detail as follows: 1. The first digit represents the production country or region code. 2. The second digit represents the vehicle manufacturer code. 3. The third digit represents the vehicle type code (interpretations vary by manufacturer). 4. Digits 4 to 8 (VDS) represent vehicle characteristics. 5. The ninth digit is a check digit, calculated using a standard weighted method. 6. The tenth digit represents the model year. 7. The eleventh digit represents the assembly plant; if there is no assembly plant, the manufacturer may specify other content. 8. Digits 12 to 17 represent the production serial number.