Does 'F' in MacBook Pro serial number indicate repair?

Hello.

Macbook with serial number F0W …………


Can the first letter "F" in the serial number indicate that the MacBook has been repaired?


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MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 14.5

Posted on Aug 6, 2025 12:37 PM

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Posted on Aug 6, 2025 01:05 PM

Icustomkit wrote:

Hello.
Macbook with serial number F0W …………

Can the first letter "F" in the serial number indicate that the MacBook has been repaired?

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MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 14.5


No


ten-character serial number from Apple hardware released in April 2021 or later

currently supports randomized eleven-character and twelve-character serial numbers.


Apple has implemented this new system of randomized serial numbers for its products, including Macs, starting in early 2021


you can read more:

https://appleinsider.com/articles/21/03/09/apple-will-switch-to-randomized-serial-numbers-in-early-2021



The current stable release of Sequoia including bug fixes, security updates is macOS 15.6

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Aug 6, 2025 01:05 PM in response to Icustomkit

Icustomkit wrote:

Hello.
Macbook with serial number F0W …………

Can the first letter "F" in the serial number indicate that the MacBook has been repaired?

[Re-Titled by Moderator]

MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 14.5


No


ten-character serial number from Apple hardware released in April 2021 or later

currently supports randomized eleven-character and twelve-character serial numbers.


Apple has implemented this new system of randomized serial numbers for its products, including Macs, starting in early 2021


you can read more:

https://appleinsider.com/articles/21/03/09/apple-will-switch-to-randomized-serial-numbers-in-early-2021



The current stable release of Sequoia including bug fixes, security updates is macOS 15.6

Keep your Mac up to date - Apple Support

Keep your Mac up to date - Apple Support



Check Device Coverage

View Coverage - AppleCare & Warranty


Does 'F' in MacBook Pro serial number indicate repair?

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