VIN BASICS
VIN Format & Vehicle Identification
A standardized VIN is a vehicle’s 17-character identifier. It can be found on the dashboard, driver-door label, and vehicle paperwork. Check it carefully whenever you request vehicle information.
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WHAT TO KNOW
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- Modern standardized VINs normally contain 17 characters.
- The letters I, O, and Q are not used in standard modern VINs.
- Compare the VIN on the dashboard, door label, and vehicle documents.
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Our request form checks that a VIN follows the standard 17-character format. Always compare it with the vehicle and its documents.