VIN Numbers

The Mainstream Cooper was produced between September 1990 (chassis number 011651) and October 1991 (chassis number 031549). Approximately 19,899 units were made.

Decoding the VIN number:
All cars carry a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) made up of an 11-character prefix and a 6-digit number.

Letters

Example

Description

10

10

B

Indicates model change (RSP cars had A)

11

11

D

Assembly plant (Longbridge)

1-3

1-3

SAX

World make identifier for UK and Rover Group

4-5

4-5

XN

Model code for Mini 1300 range

6

6

N

Class - always N on a Mini Cooper

7

7

A

Body type - two door saloon

8

8

M

Engine type - Carb (Y on fuel injection models)

9

9

B or M

B - right hand drive Carb model with 3.105:1 final drive. M - left hand drive Carb model with 3.105:1 final drive. (Right and left hand drive injection models with 3.21:1 final drive have C and N)