How many characters are in a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)?

A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is composed of 17 characters. This standardized format was adopted to provide a unique identifier for vehicles, allowing for easy tracking and identification across various databases and systems. The 17 characters include both numbers and letters, which convey information about the vehicle such as its manufacturer, model, and year of manufacture. This uniformity helps to ensure that each vehicle can be uniquely identified without confusion, essential for registration, insurance, and recall purposes.

The other options do not reflect the standardized VIN length recognized internationally, which is why they are not correct.