Peugeot identification plates and engravements

The identification plate is riveted under the bonnet at the top of the right part of the front apron.

It includes, from top to bottom:

• The company name
• The Parisian address of the manufacturer at that time
• The type (203)
• The serial number
• The weight
• The lubrication details.

The serial number identifies the vehicle and this number is often also stamped on the body next to the identification plate.  

This is done in order to avoid changes to the manufacturer’s plate or any more or less illegal operations on the identity and body of the vehicle.

The serie number is also stamped on the engine block, in front of the gasoline pump. So it is possible to check if the engine is the original one or if it has been changed subsequently.

The carrosserie number is engraved in a second plate and is independent of the serial number and type.