VIN 1NKDXBEX97J166308 — 2007 Kenworth T8 Series
Recorded with Mason & Machine Llc · USDOT 2974947
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1NKDXBEX97J166308 |
| Model year | 2007 |
| Make | Kenworth |
| Model | T8 Series |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | SC P888797 (South Carolina) |
| Inspection window | 2025-06-24 to 2026-07-22 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | 1NKDXBEX97J166308 | SC P888797 | MASON & MACHINE LLC · USDOT 2974947 |
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
Mason & Machine Llc Active
- USDOT
- 2974947
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Greenville, SC
- Power units
- 1
- Drivers
- 1
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 5
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 50%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-07-22). 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
1NKDXBEX97J166308 is a 2007 Kenworth T8 Series operated by Mason & Machine Llc (USDOT 2974947). License plate on its inspection records: SC P888797. 3 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 4 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2007 Kenworth T8 Series is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1NKDXBEX97J166308. It is a truck built by KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY at the CHILLICOTHE, OHIO plant. Powertrain: 3406/C15/C16 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 3 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-06-24 and 2026-07-22. Its records show 4 out-of-service violations across 3 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 4 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-07-22) was in South Carolina, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 9 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (9). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Mason & Machine Llc (USDOT 2974947) from 2025-06-24 to 2026-07-22 — 3 inspections, 4 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | KENWORTH |
| Model | T8 Series |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| Vehicle Type | INCOMPLETE VEHICLE NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Truck The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 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 |
| Manufacturer | KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | CHILLICOTHE Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | OHIO |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | 3406/C15/C16 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 | 14.6 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 | Other Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 9 | ⚠ High |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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