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VIN 1NP5XBEX52N572991 — 2002 Peterbilt 379

Recorded with Albas Contractors Inc · USDOT 1685035

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Vehicle identity

VIN1NP5XBEX52N572991
Model year2002
MakePeterbilt
Model379
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License plateMD E60635D (Maryland)
Last inspected2026-07-15

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
2026-07-151NP5XBEX52N572991MD E60635DALBAS CONTRACTORS INC · USDOT 1685035

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

Albas Contractors Inc Active

USDOT
1685035
MC
—
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Gathersburg, MD
Power units
6
Drivers
6
Inspections (24 mo)
6
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
60%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-07-15). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1NP5XBEX52N572991
Year/Make
2002 Peterbilt
Inspections
1
Open recalls
0

What this means

1NP5XBEX52N572991 is a 2002 Peterbilt 379 operated by Albas Contractors Inc (USDOT 1685035). License plate on its inspection records: MD E60635D. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.

What this VIN is

2002 Peterbilt 379 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1NP5XBEX52N572991. It is a truck built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the MADISON, TENNESSEE plant. Powertrain: 3406/C15/C16 engine. 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 2026-07-15). Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-07-15) was in Maryland, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 1 recorded violation, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by Albas Contractors Inc (USDOT 1685035) on 2026-07-15 — 1 inspection, 1 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakePETERBILT
Model379
Model Year2002
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
ManufacturerPETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityMADISON
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateTENNESSEE
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine Model3406/C15/C16
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Brake System TypeAir
Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement.
Drive TypeOther
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Vehicle Maintenance1— Minor
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by ALBAS CONTRACTORS INC (DOT 1685035)Last seen 2026-07-15
1 inspections · 1 OOS · 1 violations
Last inspected in Maryland · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate MD E60635D
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1NP5XBEX52N572991 decode to?
VIN 1NP5XBEX52N572991 decodes to a 2002 Peterbilt 379 — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: 3406/C15/C16.
Why was 2002 Peterbilt 379 VIN 1NP5XBEX52N572991 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 1 out-of-service violation across 1 inspection. By type: 1 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (1), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
What license plate is on VIN 1NP5XBEX52N572991?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: MD E60635D (Maryland).

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