Is it a 0 or an O with a dash inside?
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What you see is the number 0. Because the letter O has been removed from license plates, what you see is the number 0. More relevant information is as follows: VIN: The VIN refers to the Vehicle Identification Number. For cars, the VIN is mostly located in the engine compartment, on the left side of the instrument panel, or at the lower left of the windshield. The VIN is a unique set of seventeen letters or numbers used on a vehicle to identify the manufacturer, engine, chassis number, and other performance data. Notes: Except for trailers and motorcycles, the label should be fixed on the door hinge pillar, door lock pillar, or one of the door edges that join with the door lock pillar, close to the driver's seat; if there is no such place available, it should be fixed on the left side of the instrument panel.
The zero with a dash you're asking about, I'm guessing you saw it on the car dashboard or in the owner's manual, right? As an experienced driver who's been through everything from license plates to ignition keys, that character with a dash is definitely the number zero, not the letter 'o'. The letter 'o' is usually round and smooth, without any embellishments. Think about it—every character in a car's VIN code needs to be accurately distinguished. Mistaking it for an 'O' could lead to errors in maintenance records or even damage parts during repairs. I've seen novice mechanics misread fuel tank warning signs before, causing unnecessary delays. My advice? Double-check your car's display devices to ensure a tiny symbol doesn't trick you into misreading the speedometer or odometer. Nowadays, new cars' digital screens emphasize details even more—safety first, after all!
