Where is the Ford Transit stamped VIN located?

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Ford Transit VIN can be found on the frame near the co-pilot's door, below the front windshield on the driver's side, and recorded as the Vehicle Identification Number on our 'People's Republic of China Motor Vehicle Driving License'. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), composed of 17 alphanumeric characters, serves as the unique identifier for each vehicle upon leaving the factory—essentially a car's 'ID number'. It contains crucial information such as the manufacturer, production year, model, body type and code, engine code, assembly location, etc., making it a vital tool for distinguishing between new and used vehicles. The 17-digit VIN is structured into meaningful segments: Part 1: WMI—World Manufacturer Identifier (positions 1-3) indicates the vehicle's production location, whether it's domestic or imported, and its origin. Part 2: VDS—Vehicle Descriptor Section (positions 4-9) provides details like engine type and vehicle configuration. Part 3: VIS—Vehicle Identifier Section (positions 10-17) reveals the production date and assembly sequence number. Functions of the VIN: Checking the VIN of a used car helps verify specific model details, production origin, date, and configuration, ensuring alignment with the dealer's claims to prevent potential vehicle swaps. Additionally, the VIN enables access to historical vehicle records, including maintenance and repair logs from 4S shops, insurance claim histories, and official vehicle archives. Comprehensive historical data available through vehicle history platforms aids in identifying unsafe vehicles like those involved in accidents, floods, or odometer tampering.