Where Is the VIN on My Vehicle? A Guide to Every Vehicle Type in Australia
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a 17-character alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies every vehicle. To run a National VIN Check, you'll need the VIN. Here's where to find it on every type of vehicle.
Where Is the VIN on My Vehicle? A Guide to Every Vehicle Type in Australia
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VINs on passenger cars appear in multiple locations:
Compliance Plate / VIN Plate
Usually found in one of:
Chassis Stamp
For verification purposes, the VIN is also stamped directly into the chassis. Common locations:
Always verify the stamped VIN matches the plate VIN — a mismatch is a serious red flag.
Motorcycles
On motorcycles, the VIN is typically stamped into:
The VIN plate or sticker may also appear on the frame or swingarm.
Caravans and Motorhomes
Caravans and motorhomes typically display the VIN on:
Older caravans (pre-1989) may not have a standard 17-character VIN — they may use a shorter manufacturer-specific code.
Trucks and Commercial Vehicles
Commercial vehicles display VINs on:
Trailers
Registered trailers display VINs on:
Using the Registration Plate Instead
If you can't locate the VIN, you can also run a National VIN Check using the registration plate number. Our system will identify the corresponding VIN from the registration records and run the check accordingly.
Run your check now using either the plate or VIN — results in 60 seconds from $9.95.