VIN Information

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
JM1 TA221 * V1 300001--
JM1 TA222 * V1 300001--

1ST THROUGH 3RD POSITION
World Manufacturer Identifier
JM1=Mazda Passenger Car, Japan
IYV=Mazda Passenger Car, U.S.A.

4TH AND 5TH POSITIONS
Car Line Code
TA=Millenia

6TH AND 7TH POSITIONS
Body Code
22=4 Door Sedan

8TH POSITION
Modification Code
A numeric or alpha character. This single digit is reserved for identification of major components, and varies between different models and years.
1=2.5L V6
2=2.3L V6 Super Charger

9TH POSITION
Check Digit
* = A single digit number which is determined by the sum of a complex mathematical formula when applied to each vehicle's VIN.

10TH POSITION
Model Year
V=1997

11TH POSITION
Assembly Plant
1=Hofu

12TH THROUGH 17TH POSITIONS
Production Sequence Number
300001-