How to read the production date from a vehicle's VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): The 10th digit of the VIN represents the production year of the vehicle, and it can be either a number or a letter. The VIN is a unique code consisting of 17 letters or digits that can provide information about the manufacturer, engine type, and other vehicle characteristics. The VIN code has different parts that provide information about the vehicle, including the country of origin, manufacturer, vehicle type, body type, engine type, and weight information. The 9th digit represents the check digit, which is used to determine if the VIN is correct. The 11th digit represents the assembly location, and the 12th to 17th digits represent the production sequence number.