Where is the motor vehicle certificate number?
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For new vehicles that have not been licensed, the vehicle certificate should be in the hands of the dealer. For vehicles that have already been licensed, the vehicle certificate is stored in the archives of the vehicle management office. The vehicle certificate is attached with the vehicle when it leaves the factory and needs to be submitted to the vehicle management office for archiving when the vehicle is registered for a license plate, and the motor vehicle registration certificate is reissued. Here is more related information: Vehicle certificate: The owner can request the vehicle certificate that comes with the vehicle from the 4S store staff when picking up the car, and the vehicle certificate number can be viewed on the certificate. However, when the owner registers a new vehicle for a license plate, the vehicle certificate needs to be submitted to the vehicle management office for storage. Therefore, after the license plate is issued, the owner receives the motor vehicle registration certificate instead of the vehicle certificate. If the owner wants to check the vehicle certificate number after submitting the vehicle certificate, they can consult the car dealer to see if the vehicle certificate number can be queried at the vehicle management office where the vehicle is registered based on the engine number. Additionally, by comparing the engine number, it can be determined whether the vehicle's factory records and the engine number on the driving license are consistent.
I remember when I bought the car last month, I specifically asked the salesperson about the location of the motor vehicle certificate of conformity number. That certificate is a mandatory document for new vehicles, and the number is usually printed in the top left corner or the center top of the certificate—quite noticeable, just a combination of letters and numbers. I checked it carefully at the time because when registering the vehicle at the DMV, the staff asked for this number to verify the file information. If you accidentally lose the certificate, don’t worry—you can request a replacement from the dealer, or find a copy of the number on the back of the purchase invoice. I usually keep it with other important documents in the car, so it’s handy for transfers or inspections. In short, this number is the car’s ID card and must be kept safe.
As someone who frequently assists friends with vehicle-related matters, I know that the motor vehicle conformity certificate number is usually prominently displayed on the front of the certificate, such as at the beginning. This number is extremely important for vehicle registration, insurance, and annual inspections—it's a unique identification number, not the VIN but related to it. If the certificate is lost, I recommend contacting the manufacturer or the local vehicle management office directly; they can provide recovery methods. Personally, I take photos to back up an electronic copy and upload it to cloud storage to prevent loss. Additionally, there might be a photocopy in the vehicle document folder—it's worth checking. Understanding its location saves a lot of trouble and avoids unnecessary hassle later on.
