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VIN 1FDYV96W4VVA38017 — 1997 Ford LT9522

Recorded with Rick J Anderson · USDOT 687159

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Vehicle identity

VIN1FDYV96W4VVA38017
Model year1997
MakeFord
ModelLT9522
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License plateMT 43AA327 (Montana)
Last inspected2026-03-27

Recorded vehicle, plate and carrier history

These are dated observations in the records available to us. They do not establish ownership, a sale, a transfer date, or continuous use between observations. The latest observation may not describe today’s vehicle or carrier.

Earliest and latest dates below are observations we have retained, not registration dates.
Observed datesVINPlateReported carrier
2026-03-271FDYV96W4VVA38017MT 43AA327RICK J ANDERSON · USDOT 687159

Evidence: FMCSA inspection observations and retained snapshots of our vehicle records. Coverage is incomplete; an unreported change cannot be dated from these records.

Most recently recorded carrier for this vehicle

Rick J Anderson Active

USDOT
687159
MC
320227
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Townsend, MT
Power units
4
Drivers
2
Inspections (24 mo)
2
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
100%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-03-27). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1FDYV96W4VVA38017
Year/Make
1997 Ford
Inspections
1
Open recalls
0

What this means

1FDYV96W4VVA38017 is a 1997 Ford LT9522 operated by Rick J Anderson (USDOT 687159). License plate on its inspection records: MT 43AA327. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.

What this VIN is

1997 Ford LT9522 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1FDYV96W4VVA38017. It is a truck built by FORD MOTOR COMPANY at the JEFFERSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY plant. Powertrain: 3406E engine, 14.6L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)) places it in Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier.

Roadside inspection & out-of-service record

This specific vehicle appears in 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2026-03-27). Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-03-27) was in Montana, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 8 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (8). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by Rick J Anderson (USDOT 687159) on 2026-03-27 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeFORD
ModelLT9522
Model Year1997
SeriesLouisville 122
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassTruck
The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway.
G V W RClass 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)
Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier
ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityJEFFERSON COUNTY
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateKENTUCKY
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine Model3406E
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels.
Engine Cylinders6
Displacement L14.6
Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads.
Fuel Type PrimaryDiesel
Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range.
Brake System TypeAir
Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Vehicle Maintenance8⚠ High
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by RICK J ANDERSON (DOT 687159)Last seen 2026-03-27
1 inspections · 2 OOS · 8 violations
Last inspected in Montana · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate MT 43AA327
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1FDYV96W4VVA38017 decode to?
VIN 1FDYV96W4VVA38017 decodes to a 1997 Ford LT9522 — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: 3406E; fuel: Diesel.
Why was 1997 Ford LT9522 VIN 1FDYV96W4VVA38017 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. By type: 2 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (8), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
What license plate is on VIN 1FDYV96W4VVA38017?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: MT 43AA327 (Montana).

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