In the USA, those of us trying to get a 2023 xc40 recharge that was made in 2022 to get the $7,500 rebate before it disappears (yes, contract signed before the new infrastructure law was signed into law) the VIN number supposedly shows the date of manufacturing. Here is a sample VIN (not my car) on a dealer website. Is the date hidden in there?
YV4ED3UM3P2962300
YV4ED3UM3P2962300