Thanks for the info, guys.
Just so that you do not all think I am totally thick, there is no reference to the word paint on the plate we are referring to. There are a variety of codes and numbers (one of which is 2 letters and a number) but majority are prefixed y Japanese writing.
The bodyshop owner has a large manual containing all(theoretical ) paint codes but we could find neither Midnight Purple or the 2 letter/1 number code. That is why we did not think it was on there in the first place.
So, now that I have the code: Any suggestions where I get the paint??
Thanks in advance.