Where is the VIN number in Mercedes-Benz Klasa B (W245) [2006-2008]?

This guide shows where to find the VIN (chassis number) on the Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 produced between 2006–2008, using the quickest, most owner-accessible checks first.

Chassis Number Locations

Engine bay firewall (stamped into metal)

• Where to look: Open the hood and look at the metal firewall at the rear/center of the engine bay, slightly offset toward the right side of the car on many LHD cars. The VIN is stamped directly into the metal, just below the plastic cowl/rain tray and above the engine.
• Access: Generally easy to reach, but the stamping can be recessed and dirty, so you may need to wipe/scrub it and aim a light across it to make the characters pop.
• Note: Works the same on LHD and RHD cars—the stamping is on the firewall, not on a door side.
• Tip: If the stamping is dark or covered in grime, wipe it clean and use high-contrast capture to read it—you can scan it directly with your phone here instead of squinting at faint characters.

B-pillar door sticker (VIN label)

• Where to look: Open the front door and check the B-pillar for a black VIN/weights sticker with white text.
• Access: Very easy—no tools needed, typically high-contrast and readable.
• Note (LHD vs RHD):
  • LHD (EU/US): Usually on the right-side B-pillar (passenger side).
  • RHD (UK/Japan imports): Usually on the right-side B-pillar (driver side).
• Tip: This label is ideal for fast reading—if you want to avoid typing errors, use the free VIN reader to scan the sticker in one shot.

Windshield VIN plate (dashboard view)

• Where to look: From outside the car, look through the bottom corner of the windshield at the dashboard VIN plate (commonly on the left side of the car for LHD).
• Access: Easy to see, but depends on lighting and glass condition.
• Note: Reflections and glare are common—especially in direct sun.
• Tip: If glare makes the plate hard to read, capture it quickly at an angle—you can capture the VIN with your phone camera here to avoid transcription mistakes.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: MERCEDES-BENZ W245 (2005-2011) – VIN Number Location

▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz Klasa B VIN Location Guide

• Clear walk-around showing the B-pillar sticker, the engine-bay firewall stamp, and the windshield VIN plate on an LHD car.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Firewall stamp hard to read: Dirt and shadow are the main issues—scrub the area and shine a light sideways across the stamping to reveal shallow characters.
• Windshield glare: If sunlight reflects off the glass, move your viewing angle or shade the plate with your hand to reduce reflections.
• Sticker not valid or missing: Door-jamb stickers can be damaged, replaced, or painted over—always cross-check the sticker VIN against the firewall stamping (and the registration documents).

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