Engine/vin ID: Other BMW 5 series E39

EXAMPLE VIN

Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label.

1. W B A C A 5 3 1 8 T E C 2 4 3 0 6
2. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

VIN DEFINITION BREAKDOWN

1. 1 - Indicates Nation of Origin
2. 2 - Indicates Manufacturer
3. 3 - Indicates Vehicle Type
4. 4 - Indicates Model Line
5. 5 - Indicates Model Series
6. 6 - Indicates Body Type
7. 7 - Indicates Engine Code
8. 8 - Indicates Restraint System
9. 9 - Indicates Check Digit
10. 10 - Indicates Model Year
11. 11 - Indicates Assembly Plant
12. 12-17 - Indicates Sequential Production Number