Part 5Vehicle marking

Part 5—Vehicle marking

This Part sets out requirements for a vehicle that help to identify the vehicle and, if the vehicle is unusually long, to warn other motorists.

56 Engine identification numbers and vehicle identification numbers

(1) In this clause, 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 identification number 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.