What do the last four digits of the VIN represent?

[DeLaila]

The last four digits of the VIN represent: the VIN check digit code; the model year code; the assembly plant code; and the production sequence number code. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), also known as the car's ID number, is unique to each motor vehicle and is commonly referred to as the VIN code. The VIN is a set of seventeen alphanumeric characters that can identify the manufacturer, engine, chassis number, and other specifications of the vehicle. The VIN follows specific rules: illegal characters include O, Q, I, and 0; the letter Z is not allowed in the year position; the ninth digit can only be a number from 0 to 9 or the uppercase letter X; and the last four digits must all be numbers, not letters. The Vehicle Identification Number consists of three parts: Part 1, the World Manufacturer Identifier; Part 2, the Vehicle Descriptor Section; and Part 3, the Vehicle Identifier Section. Printing requirements for the VIN: every car, trailer, motorcycle, and light motorcycle must have a VIN. No two vehicles produced within 30 years can have the same VIN. The VIN should be located in the front half of the vehicle, in a visible and wear-resistant or non-replaceable position. For vehicles with nine or fewer seats and light trucks with a maximum gross weight of 3.5 tons or less, the VIN should be placed on the dashboard, visible from outside the vehicle in daylight without moving any parts.

[_travis]

The last four digits of the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) are typically the suffix of the vehicle's production serial number and do not carry specific meanings. Their primary purpose is to uniquely identify the vehicle. For example, my car has a 17-digit VIN, with the last four digits representing the end of the serial number, recorded in the manufacturer's system to help track detailed production information for each vehicle. At repair shops, I've seen many customers use these last four digits to match maintenance records or replace parts, ensuring greater accuracy. If the last four digits don't match the documents, it might indicate the vehicle has been modified or tampered with, requiring attention for safety. When maintaining your car, noting down this number is practical for quickly retrieving vehicle history. In short, though small, these last four digits are crucial—they act like the tail of a car's ID, ensuring precise management of your beloved vehicle.