Mercedes-Benz

Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine number overview

Vehicle identification plate

Vehicle identification plate (example: Kuwait)

Vehicle manufacturer

Place of manufacture

Manufacturing date

Paint code

VIN

Vehicle identification plate (example: all other countries)

Vehicle manufacturer

EU general operating permit number (only for certain countries)

VIN (vehicle identification number)

Permissible gross mass (kg)

Permissible gross mass of vehicle combination (kg) (for certain countries only, optional)

Permissible front axle load (kg)

Permissible rear axle load (kg)

Paint code

The data shown in the illustration is example data.

VIN in front of the front seat

VIN (vehicle identification number)

VIN at the lower edge of the windscreen

VIN (vehicle identification number)

The VIN at the lower edge of the windscreen is only available in some countries.

Engine number

The engine number is stamped into the crankcase.

Further information can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.