Model code (4W60 to Y61, D21 to D23) plus chassis number on plate and frame, with JN, VSK, MNT and 1N6/5N1 VINs by plant; no decoder.
- 1951–1980Model code + serial
- 1980–2024Model code + serial or VIN
- 1986–Pick-ups and wagons
Chassis numbers
Nissan 4x4s carry a model code — 4W60, 160/260 (MQ/MK), Y60 (GQ), Y61 (GU), D21 to D23, WD21, R50 — with a chassis number on the plate and frame, and export VINs under JN (Japan), VSK (Spain), MNT (Thailand) and 1N6/5N1 (North America).
Model code (4W60 to Y61, D21 to D23) plus chassis number on plate and frame, with JN, VSK, MNT and 1N6/5N1 VINs by plant; no decoder.