BS-AU-175-2B-1983 ISO-3780-1983.pdf
BRITISH STANDARD AUTOMOBILE SERIES CONFIRMED MAY 1989 BS AU 175-2b:1983 ISO 3780:1983 Superseding BS AU 175-2:1979 Incorporating Amendment No. 1 Vehicle identification numbers (VIN) Part 2b: Specification for world manufacturer identifier (WMI) codes ISO title: Road vehicles World manufacturer identifier (WMI) code UDC 629.11.018.8:061.5.004.92 Licensed Copy: London South Bank University, London South Bank University, Sat Dec 09 01:49:45 GMT+00:00 2006, Uncontrolled Copy, (c) BSI BS AU 175-2b:1983 © BSI 02-2000 ISBN 0 580 13580 2 Committees responsible for this British Standard The preparation of this British Standard was entrusted by the Automobile Standards Committee (AUE/-) to Technical Committee AUE/15 upon which the following bodies were represented: Caravan Club Department of the Environment (Transport and Road Research Laboratory) Department of Transport Metropolitan Police National Caravan Council Limited Royal Automobile Club Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited Amendments issued since publication Amd. No.Date of issueComments 4832April 1985Indicated by a sideline in the margin Licensed Copy: London South Bank University, London South Bank University, Sat Dec 09 01:49:45 GMT+00:00 2006, Uncontrolled Copy, (c) BSI BS AU 175-2b:1983 © BSI 02-2000i Contents Page Committees responsibleInside front cover National forewordii 1Scope1 2Field of application1 3References1 4Definition1 5General characteristics required1 6Specific characteristics required for the characters in the WMI1 7Implementation of WMI code assignments2 National appendix A Guide for the implementation of WMI codes assignments3 Publications referred toInside back cover Licensed Copy: London South Bank University, London South Bank University, Sat Dec 09 01:49:45 GMT+00:00 2006, Uncontrolled Copy, (c) BSI BS AU 175-2b:1983 ii © BSI 02-2000 National foreword This British Standard has been prepared under the direction of the Automobile Standards Committee and is identical with ISO 3780:1983 “Road vehicles World manufacturer identifier (WMI) code” prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 22, Road vehicles, of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This edition of the standard supersedes BS AU 175-2:1979 and extends the field of application to include mopeds. The 1979 edition of the standard is now withdrawn. Terminology and conventions. The text of the International Standard has been approved as suitable for publication as a British Standard without deviation. Some terminology and certain conventions are not identical with those used in British Standards; attention is drawn especially to the following. Where the words “International Standard” appear, referring to this standard, they should be read as “British Standard”. The Technical Committee has reviewed the provisions of ISO 3833, to which reference is made in the text, and has decided that they are acceptable for use in conjunction with this standard. The ISO Guide to which reference is made in clause 7 has not yet been published. As an interim measure, therefore, the procedures for the implementation of WMI codes assignments in the United Kingdom, based on the appropriate parts of the latest draft of the ISO standard, are given in National appendix A to this standard. A British Standard does not purport to include all the necessary provisions of a contract. Users of British Standards are responsible for their correct application. Compliance with a British Standard does not of itself confer immunity from legal obligations. Cross-references International StandardCorresponding British Standard ISO 3779:1983BS AU 175 Vehicle identification numbers (VIN) Part 1b:1983 Specification for content and structure (Identical) Summary of pages This document comprises a front cover, an inside front cover, pages i and ii, pages 1 to 4, an inside back cover and a back cover. This standard has been updated (see copyright date) and may have had amendments incorporated. This will be indicated in the amendment table on the inside front cover. Licensed Copy: London South Bank University, London South Bank University, Sat Dec 09 01:49:45 GMT+00:00 2006, Uncontrolled Copy, (c) BSI BS AU 175-2b:1983 © BSI 02-20001 1 Scope This International Standard specifies the content and structure of an identifier in order to establish, on a world-wide basis, the identification of road vehicle manufacturers. This identifier (WMI) is the first section of the vehicle identification number (VIN) described in ISO 3779. 2 Field of application This International Standard applies to motor vehicles, trailers, motorcycles and mopeds as defined in ISO 3833. 3 References ISO 3779, Road vehicles Vehicle identification number (VIN) Content and structure. ISO 3833, Road vehicles Types Terms and definitions. 4 Definition 4.1 world manufacturer identifier (WMI) the first section of the vehicle identification number (VIN), designating the manufacturer of the vehicle. The code is assigned to a vehicle manufacturer in order to allow identification of the said manufacturer and, when used in conjunction with the remaining sections of the VIN, ensures uniqueness of the VIN for all vehicles manufactured in the world for a period of 30 years NOTE 1For convenience, this definition is repeated from ISO 3780. NOTE 2The term “manufacturer” is defined in ISO 3779. 5 General characteristics required 5.1 The WMI code shall consist of three characters. Only the following arabic numerals and roman letters shall be used in the VIN: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D E F G H J K L M N P R S T U V W X Y Z (The letters I, O and Q shall not be used.) 5.2 The assigned WMI codes will be maintained and checked by the International Agency acting under authorization from ISO: the Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc., (S.A.E.), 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096, USA. 5.3 One or more WMI codes will be assigned to each manufacturer responsible for production of vehicles as specified in ISO 3779 by the National Organization of that country in which the manufacturer has his headquarters. 5.4 A WMI code assigned to a manufacturer must not be assigned to another manufacturer for at least 30 years after the last year in which the code was used. 6 Specific characteristics required for the characters in the WMI 6.1 First position An alphabetic or numeric character designating a geographic area. More than one character may be assigned to a geographic area, based on anticipated needs. 6.2 Second position An alphabetic or numeric character designating a country within a specific geographic area. More than one character may be assigned to a country, based on anticipated needs. It is necessary to use a combination of the first and second characters to ensure unique identification of the country. 6.3 Assignments of the first and second position The combination(s) of the first and second position shall be assigned to each country by the International Agency. 6.4 Third position 6.4.1 An alphabetic or numeric character assigned by the National Organization to designate a specific manufacturer. It is necessary to use a combination of the first, second and third characters to ensure unique identification of the manufacturer. Examples:1 to 5:North America S to Z:Europe A to H:Africa J to R:Asia 6 and 7:Oceania 8, 9 and 0: South America etc. Examplesa: 10 to 19:USA 1A to 1Z:USA 2A to 2W:Canada 3A to 3W:Mexico W0 to W9:Germany, F.R. WA to WZ: Germany, F.R. etc. a These examples are given for illustration purposes only and may differ from characters which are actually assigned. Assignments of the first and second positions of the WMI are made by the International Agency. Licensed Copy: London South Bank University, London South Bank University, Sat Dec 09 01:49:45 GMT+00:00 2006, Uncontrolled Copy, (c) BSI BS AU 175-2b:1983 2 © BSI 02-2000 6.4.2 The number 9 in this position shall be used by each National Organization to permit identification of all manufacturers producing fewer than 500 vehicles per year. For such a manufacturer, the 3rd, 4th and 5th characters of the VIS (third section of the VIN defined in ISO 3779) shall be assigned by the National Organization and will identify the specific manufacturer. 7 Implementation of WMI code assignments The implementation of WMI code assignments will be covered in a future International Standard. Licensed Copy: London South Bank University, London South Bank University, Sat Dec 09 01:49:45 GMT+00:00 2006, Uncontrolled Copy, (c) BSI BS AU 175-2b:1983 © BSI 02-20003 National appendix A Guide for the implementation of WMI codes assignments A.1 National Organization A.1.1 The National Organization is: British Standards Institution Technical Help to Exporters Service Linford Wood Milton Keynes MK14 6LE Telephone: 0908 320033 Telex: 825777 (BSIMKG) A.1.2 The National Organization will: a) request the International Agency (see 5.2) to assign the first two characters of WMI codes (see 6.3), stating how many codes are required and the number that may be required for the future; b) on request, assign to a manufacturer the third character of the WMI code (see 6.4.1) and, if appropriate (see 6.4.2), the 3rd, 4th and 5th characters of the VIS (manufacturers code); c) notify to the manufacturer, with a copy to the International Agency, the complete WMI code and, if appropriate, the manufacturers code assigned to him; d) maintain a register of all WMI and manufacturers codes assigned and ensure that the requirement in 5.4 is complied with; e) notify the International Agency when a code ceases to be used. A.2 Vehicle manufacturer The vehicle manufacturer will: a) apply to the National Organization for a WMI code, stating: 1) his name and address; 2) type of vehicle, i.e. passenger car, multi-purpose car, truck, bus, trailer, motor-cycle, motor caravan or incomplete vehicle; 3) whether or not planned annual production is fewer than 500 vehicles; b) notify the National Organization when he ceases to use the code. Licensed Copy: London South Bank University, London South Bank University, Sat Dec 09 01:49:45 GMT+00:00 2006, Uncontrolled Copy, (c) BSI 4 blank Licensed Copy: London South Bank University, London South Bank University, Sat Dec 09 01:49:45 GMT+00:00 2006, Uncontrolled Copy, (c) BSI BS AU 175-2b:1983 © BSI 02-2000 Publications referred to See national foreword. 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