National Transport Commission (Road Transport Legislation – Vehicle Standards) Regulations 2006
58Vehicle and engine identification numbers
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58 Vehicle and engine identification numbers
(1) In this rule:
number includes letter.
(2) A motor vehicle must have an individual engine identification number clearly stamped, embossed or otherwise permanently marked on it. (3) A motor vehicle built after 1930 must have the engine identification number on its engine block or the main component of its engine. (4) A vehicle must have an individual vehicle identification number clearly stamped, embossed or otherwise permanently marked on a substantial part of its frame or chassis. (5) A vehicle or engine identification number must be located where a person can read it easily without having to use tools to remove a part of the vehicle that would otherwise obstruct the person’s view.