VIN 1GDM7E1C43F517530 — 2003 GMC C7
Recorded with R Gordon Engineering Inc · USDOT 1791590
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1GDM7E1C43F517530 |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Make | GMC |
| Model | C7 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | MI BB97310 (Michigan) |
| Inspection window | 2025-02-27 to 2026-02-24 |
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.
| Observed dates | VIN | Plate | Reported carrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-24 | 1GDM7E1C43F517530 | MI BB97310 | R GORDON ENGINEERING INC · USDOT 1791590 |
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
R Gordon Engineering Inc Active
- USDOT
- 1791590
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Carrier & Shipper
- Based in
- Niles, MI
- Power units
- 5
- Drivers
- 2
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 4
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 1
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 66.7%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-02-24). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
View full carrier profile →Authority, insurance & bonds, safety scores, crash history, inspections and the full fleet list.What this means
1GDM7E1C43F517530 is a 2003 GMC C7 operated by R Gordon Engineering Inc (USDOT 1791590). License plate on its inspection records: MI BB97310. 3 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 9 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2003 GMC C7 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1GDM7E1C43F517530. It is a incomplete - chassis cab (single cab) built by GENERAL MOTORS LLC at the FLINT, MICHIGAN plant. Powertrain: LG5 engine, 7.2L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)) places it in Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL.
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 3 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-02-27 and 2026-02-24. Its records show 9 out-of-service violations across 3 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 7 vehicle, 2 driver. Its most recent inspection (2026-02-24) was in Indiana, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 30 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (26), followed by Driver Fitness (3). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by R Gordon Engineering Inc (USDOT 1791590) from 2025-02-27 to 2026-02-24 — 3 inspections, 9 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | GMC |
| Model | C7 |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| Series | 7000 Medium Duty |
| Vehicle Type | INCOMPLETE VEHICLE NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Incomplete - Chassis Cab (Single Cab) The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg) Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL |
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | FLINT Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | MICHIGAN |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | LG5 The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels. |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement L | 7.2 Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads. |
| Fuel Type Primary | Diesel Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range. |
| Brake System Type | Air Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement. |
| Drive Type | 4x2 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
| Axles | 2 Number of axles — ties directly to weight limits and toll/registration class. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 26 | ⚠ High |
| Driver Fitness | 3 | ! Moderate |
| Unsafe Driving | 1 | — Minor |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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