Where is the VIN plate located?

The VIN for the early MGB, approximately 1962-69, may be found stamped on a plate that is secured to the inner right hand fender (looking from the rear of the car), located just in front of the radiator.

The VIN for the later MGB, approximately 1970-80, may be found stamped on a plate secured to the left hand door post, and on a plate secured to the top of the dashboard.

The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is also known as the Car Number or the Car ID.

Additional VIN location information from member Lloyd Faust:

In addition to the stamped plates shown above, there are other places where the VIN is stamped: Starting with about car # 100, the VIN was stamped into the right front frame rail on cars for the North American market. This continued through the end of production. Then with the rubber bumper cars (1974½-1980), the number was stamped in the right side floor pan. Starting in late 1978, the number was also stamped on the right rear frame rail in the trunk. These numbers were stamped on the trim deck at Abingdon (after the car was painted of course). There are also many other numbers on the car, on plates that are riveted, welded or screwed on; these are not the VIN number. There are also numerous assembly numbers (particularly on late cars), these also have nothing to do with the VIN.

What does my VIN mean?: ex: GHN 5UC 54321

This information may not be applicable to VIN numbers for Mark IV (1980) MGBs.

What does the number on my engine mean?: ex: 18V/581F/L101

Bear with me, this is somewhat complex, and possibly incomplete.

How can I find my car's build date and original options?

You probably want a Heritage Certificate for your car, compiled from original factory data.

These can be purchased at the Heritage Motor Centre UK.