🔍 Vehicle Chassis Series – Complete Guide for Drivers and Buyers

The vehicle chassis number, also known as the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number), is a unique 17-digit code that contains essential information about each vehicle: from the year of manufacture, country of origin and manufacturer, to the engine, bodywork and serial number.

📌 Where do you find the chassis series?

You can identify it on the car's registration certificate or physically on the vehicle - most commonly under the windshield, on the door pillar or on the chassis.

📋 What information is contained in the chassis number of cars?

Manufacturer: The first 3 characters (WMI) identify the manufacturer and country of origin.
Technical features: Characters 4-8 give details of model, engine, bodywork.
Check digit: The 9th character checks the validity of the series.
Year of manufacture and factory: Characters 10 and 11 indicate the year and location of assembly.
Serial number: The last 6 characters identify the vehicle in the production line.

💡 Why is the chassis series of cars important?

Background check: Find out if the vehicle has been involved in an accident, has hidden damage or altered mileage.
Parts identification: The VIN helps you buy exact spare parts.
Authenticity: Check that the chassis number is real and legal.
Safe shopping: A must for checking a used car.