vehicle identification numbers

A form of vehicle identification number — A mandatory unique alphanumeric code (usually 17 characters long) assigned to each vehicle produced, stamped into the metal on the dashboard on the left-hand side (viewable through the windshield), and on the engine block and at least one other place somewhere on the body of the vehicle.

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Meanings

vehicle identification numbers1

noun
  1. pluralplural of vehicle identification number

Vehicle Identification Numbers2

noun
  1. pluralplural of Vehicle Identification Number
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