What is the 6-digit VIN and where can it be found?

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The 6-digit VIN is the production sequence number. It can be found in multiple locations, including the left side of the dashboard, the lower left corner of the front windshield, on the door hinge pillar or door lock pillar, in the engine compartment, as well as in the VIN section of the vehicle's registration certificate and insurance policy. The exact location may vary depending on the vehicle model. A VIN typically consists of 17 digits and letters, divided into six parts: 1. World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI); 2. Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS); 3. The 9th digit: For U.S. standards, this is a check digit calculated through a weighted formula; 4. The 10th digit: Model year; 5. The 11th digit: Plant code; 6. Digits 12 to 17: Production sequence number. The VIN serves as the vehicle's unique identifier, and through its combination of numbers and letters, it ensures that no two vehicles of the same model will have the same number within 30 years, providing a unique identification for each vehicle.