Where to Find the Vehicle Manufacturing Date?

[LeTanner]

Vehicle manufacturing date can be found on the vehicle identification plate. More details about the vehicle identification plate are as follows: 1. The vehicle identification plate is a label indicating the basic characteristics of the vehicle, mainly including the manufacturer, model, engine power, total weight, load capacity or passenger capacity, manufacturing number, manufacturing date, and manufacturer name. 2. The manufacturing date can be confirmed by consulting the user or checking the vehicle identification plate, which always displays the manufacturing date in the driver's compartment. 3. Vehicles must be equipped with an identification plate, placed in an easily visible location at the front of the vehicle. For buses, the plate is placed above the front passenger door inside the vehicle.

[AmyDella]

I've always been a car enthusiast. When buying a car, I used to wonder where to find its birthdate. After some exploration, I figured it out: The manufacturing date is usually engraved on the nameplate at the driver's door frame—just open the door to spot that small metal plate with the year and month. Some cars place it on the passenger door or inside the hood when lifted, where it's also quite visible. The VIN is a backup method—located at the lower corner of the windshield on the driver's side, visible through the glass. The 10th digit (letter/number) indicates the model year, e.g., 'K' stands for 2019. This info is crucial—knowing it helps assess the car's age, plan maintenance schedules, and avoid missing critical services. If unsure or if the plate is faded, check the vehicle registration or owner's manual for records—especially vital when buying used cars to verify authenticity and avoid scams.

[StGabrielle]

When I first started learning to drive, I had no idea where to find the manufacturing date. My initial attempt was fumbling around an old car until a friend pointed out to check the door frame—sure enough, there was a plate inside the driver's door with the date engraved. Later, I discovered some models place it under the hood or beneath the seats. Using the VIN is more accurate: the 10th digit of the VIN code at the lower-left corner of the windshield represents the year, which you can decode online. For beginners, I recommend checking multiple spots since locations vary by model. Now, I always verify the date before buying a car to confirm its age for safety and resale value. If discrepancies arise, I either negotiate with the seller or consult an expert to inspect the chassis number.

[Ivan]

Every time I inspect a vehicle, I pay the most attention to the manufacturing date location: the small plate on the inside of the driver's door frame directly indicates the production year and month; another common spot is the passenger door frame; it's also frequently found under the hood. The VIN is more precise: the tenth character of the VIN code at the lower left corner of the windshield represents the year code, such as M corresponding to 2021, which can be quickly decoded using online tools. Ensuring the date is accurate helps assess the aging level of parts, aiding in maintenance. If the plate is dirty, clean it or check the documentation for confirmation.