VIN 1NPWL78X3CD143753 — 2012 Peterbilt (PTRB) 388
Recorded with Robertson's Transport Ltd A California Lp · USDOT 658075
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1NPWL78X3CD143753 |
| Model year | 2012 |
| Make | Peterbilt (PTRB) |
| Model | 388 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | CA 09876E1 (California) |
| Last inspected | 2026-09-23 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-23 | 1NPWL78X3CD143753 | CA 09876E1 | ROBERTSON'S TRANSPORT LTD A CALIFORNIA LP · USDOT 658075 |
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
Robertson's Transport Ltd A California Lp Active
- USDOT
- 658075
- MC
- 308263
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Carrier & Broker
- Based in
- Corona, CA
- Power units
- 374
- Drivers
- 424
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 305
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 32
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 37%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-09-23). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
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What this means
1NPWL78X3CD143753 is a 2012 Peterbilt 388 operated by Robertson's Transport Ltd A California Lp (USDOT 658075). License plate on its inspection records: CA 09876E1. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2012 Peterbilt 388 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1NPWL78X3CD143753. It is a truck built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the DENTON, TEXAS plant. Powertrain: ISX 11.9/12 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 2026-09-23). Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-09-23) was in California, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 5 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (5). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Robertson's Transport Ltd A California Lp (USDOT 658075) on 2026-09-23 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | PETERBILT |
| Model | 388 |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| 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 | PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | DENTON Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | TEXAS |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | ISX 11.9/12 The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Brake System Type | Air Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement. |
| Drive Type | 6x4 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | ⚠ 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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