Is the engine number the same as the VIN?

Is the engine number the same as the VIN?

A car's VIN number is sometimes called its chassis number. They are the same – the Vehicle Identification Number is stamped to the chassis of the car and so is fixed to that model in question. Car engines are, however, not fixed to the car in question – like other components, they can be changed.

How do I find my VIN number and registration number?

Look for a code that's between 11-17 characters long and includes both numbers and letters. You can also find the VIN on your car's title document, on your registration card, and on the identification card for your car insurance.

What does an engine number tell you?

Every vehicle engine is marked with an engine number by the factory. The engine number includes coded information, which can be decoded to reveal, for example, year of manufacture, country of manufacture, and engine type.

How do you read VIN numbers?

The fourth through eighth digits describe your vehicle's model, body type, restraint system, transmission type, and engine code. The ninth digit is the check digit, which is used to detect fraudulent VINs.