VIN Numbers

10

Letters: 10
Example: B
Description: Indicates model change (RSP cars had A)

11

Letters: 11
Example: D
Description: Assembly plant (Longbridge)

1-3

Letters: 1-3
Example: SAX
Description: World make identifier for UK and Rover Group

4-5

Letters: 4-5
Example: XN
Description: Model code for Mini 1300 range

6

Letters: 6
Example: N
Description: Class - always N on a Mini Cooper

7

Letters: 7
Example: A
Description: Body type - two door saloon

8

Letters: 8
Example: M
Description: Engine type - Carb (Y on fuel injection models)

9

Letters: 9
Example: B or M
Description: B - right hand drive Carb model with 3.105:1 final drive. M - left hand drive Carb model with 3.105:1 final drive. (Right and left hand drive injection models with 3.21:1 final drive have C and N)