VIN Decoding:

 

The VIN (vehicle identification number) is located at the bottom of the windshield on the driver’s side. It should also be on the sticker inside the driver’s door, and be on your insurance documents.

 

Example V.I.N.
1FMBR10S6DUAB1234

Decoder:
1. Origin of Vehicle (1=US 2=Canada)
2. Manufacturer (F=Ford, M=Mercury)
3. Vehicle Class (T=truck, M=Multi Purpose Vehicle)
4. GVW* and Braking Capacity (B=3001-4000 C=4001-5000)
5. Type (R=Ranger, U=Utility Vehicle)
6 & 7. Chassis/Body Type (dependant on type of vehicle: on a BII 14=4x4)

8. Engine Size (S=2.8L T=2.9L)
9. Check Digit
10. Year (D=83 E=84 F=85 G=86 H=87 J=88)
11. Assembly Plant (C=Ontario H=Lorain, Ohio K=Claycomo, Mo. L=Wayne, Mi N=Norfolk, Va P=St. Paul, Mn U=Louisville, Ky Z=Hazlewood, Mo.)
12-17. Serial Numbers

*Gross Vehicle Weight

Information provided by Ben Hart.  Placed on the server and edited by NightKrawler.

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