What is a VIN?

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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique code assigned by the manufacturer to identify a vehicle. It consists of a 17-character alphanumeric sequence, also known as the 17-digit identification code, chassis number, or 17-digit number. The arrangement of the VIN ensures that no two vehicles of the same model will have the same number within 30 years, providing unique identification for each vehicle. The meanings of the VIN digits are as follows: 1. The first digit represents the country or region of manufacture; 2. The second digit indicates the car manufacturer code; 3. The third digit denotes the vehicle type code; 4. Digits 4 to 8 represent vehicle characteristics; 5. The ninth digit is a check digit; 6. The eleventh digit indicates the assembly plant; 7. Digits 12 to 17 represent the serial number.