For left-hand drive Cabstars (sold in mainland Europe):
The VIN is a unique 17-character code (for most global markets) that holds the key to your truck’s history, specifications, parts compatibility, and legal registration. However, unlike a passenger car where the VIN is often clearly visible through the windshield, the Nissan Cabstar’s VIN can be elusive. It hides in different spots depending on the model year (generation) and the market (Europe, UK, Australia, or Japan).
Once you locate the 17-character VIN (e.g., VWASV23KX ...), write it down exactly. Do not confuse a letter 'O' with a zero '0'.
If you drive a right-hand drive Nissan Cabstar (common in the UK, Ireland, Australia, Japan, and South Africa):
Avoid these errors to save time and frustration: