VehHistory VIN Number Database of 1997 Ford explorer (VIN Prefix 1FMCU22E0VU)
Full VIN Prefix Breakdown: 1FMCU22E0VU
Below is the full 17-position breakdown of Ford VIN with prefix 1FMCU22E0VU for the 1997 Explorer. Use it as a quick Ford VIN decoder reference before you run a full VehHistory report.
| Pos | Character(s) | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Manufacturing country: UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 2 | F | Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| 3 | M | Vehicle type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV) |
| 4 | C | Model: Explorer |
| 5 | U | Body Style: Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) |
| 6 | 2 |
Cylinders: 6 Engine Displacement (L): 4 Primary Fuel Type: Gasoline |
| 7 | 2 |
Trim: XL Drive Type: 4x2 |
| 8 | E | Safety/Restraint: - |
| 9 | 0 | Check digit (ISO 3779) |
| 10 | V | Model year: 1997 |
| 11 | U | Plant Information: LOUISVILLE UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 12–17 | 000001–999999 | Sequential production number (varies) |
1997 Ford Explorer (1FMCU22E0VU). Historical Sale Listings
About 1997 Ford Explorer VIN Numbers
Every 1997 Ford Explorer with the VIN prefix 1FMCU22E0VU was manufactured in UNITED STATES (USA) at the LOUISVILLE plant. This prefix identifies vehicles with 6-cylinder, 4L, Gasoline engine, transmission, and Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) body style.
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The vehicles listed below were found in historical sale records matching the 1FMCU22E0VU prefix. Each listing includes the full VIN, sale date, price, and odometer reading when available.
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