Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Course
Gain expertise in decoding Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) for cars, covering international standards, check digits, plant codes, options, and spotting tampering. Boost confidence in verifying vehicle authenticity, minimise fraud risks, and compile professional inspection reports that inform decisions and enhance controls.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Course equips you with hands-on skills to decode 17-character VINs, check digits, and global standards confidently. Master researching unknown brands, verifying build specs, and detecting tampering via physical checks. Practice documenting evidence, assessing risks, and crafting clear reports to drive better decisions and robust controls.
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Develop skills
- Decode VIN structure swiftly: read WMI, VDS, and VIS for any passenger vehicle.
- Validate check digits manually: use ISO algorithms without relying on online tools.
- Detect VIN tampering quickly: identify altered plates, stampings, and chassis marks.
- Document evidence thoroughly: photograph, log, and compare VIN data for audits or legal purposes.
- Produce risk-based reports: classify vehicles as genuine, tampered, or inconclusive.
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