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VIN 1NPFXUEX3VN430059 — 1997 Peterbilt 378

Recorded with Masso Logistics Llc · USDOT 5255529

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Vehicle identity

VIN1NPFXUEX3VN430059
Model year1997
MakePeterbilt
Model378
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License platesFL P5440M (Florida)
FL P7298L (Florida)
Inspection window2026-01-20 to 2026-10-16

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
2026-10-161NPFXUEX3VN430059FL P5440MMASSO LOGISTICS LLC · USDOT 5255529
2026-01-201NPFXUEX3VN430059FL P7298LRUIZ VIERA SERVICES LLC · USDOT 2935989

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

Masso Logistics Llc Active

USDOT
5255529
MC
—
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Tampa, FL
Power units
1
Drivers
1
Inspections (24 mo)
1
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
0%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-10-16). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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This vehicle has also been operated by 1 other carrier (listed below).

VIN
1NPFXUEX3VN430059
Year/Make
1997 Peterbilt
Inspections
2
Open recalls
0

What this means

1NPFXUEX3VN430059 is a 1997 Peterbilt 378 operated by Masso Logistics Llc (USDOT 5255529). License plates on its inspection records: FL P5440M, FL P7298L. 2 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. No out-of-service violations are recorded for this VIN in the available inspection records. Other violations may still be present.

What this VIN is

1997 Peterbilt 378 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1NPFXUEX3VN430059. It is a truck built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the MADISON, TENNESSEE plant. Powertrain: C12/C13 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 2 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2026-01-20 and 2026-10-16. Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-10-16) was in Florida, 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

This VIN appears under 2 different carriers in our records, oldest first: Ruiz Viera Services Llc (USDOT 2935989) on 2026-01-20 — 1 inspection, none out of service; Masso Logistics Llc (USDOT 5255529) on 2026-10-16 — 1 inspection, none out of service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakePETERBILT
Model378
Model Year1997
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 ModelC12/C13
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 history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
Operated by MASSO LOGISTICS LLC (DOT 5255529)Last seen 2026-10-16
1 inspections · 0 OOS · 1 violations
Last inspected in Florida · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate FL P5440M
Operated by RUIZ VIERA SERVICES LLC (DOT 2935989)Last seen 2026-01-20
1 inspections · 0 OOS · 0 violations
Last inspected in Florida · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate FL P7298L
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1NPFXUEX3VN430059 decode to?
VIN 1NPFXUEX3VN430059 decodes to a 1997 Peterbilt 378 — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: C12/C13.
Does VIN 1NPFXUEX3VN430059 have a clean inspection record?
Across 2 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2026-01-20 and 2026-10-16, this vehicle was never placed out of service; 1 violation was recorded.
Which carriers have operated VIN 1NPFXUEX3VN430059?
Our records show this VIN under 2 different USDOT numbers: Masso Logistics Llc (USDOT 5255529), Ruiz Viera Services Llc (USDOT 2935989).
What license plate is on VIN 1NPFXUEX3VN430059?
FMCSA inspection records list these plates for this vehicle: FL P5440M (Florida), FL P7298L (Florida).

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