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VIN 1XKYD49X2LJ344821 — 2020 Kenworth (KW) T680

Recorded with James Downs Llc · USDOT 2632465

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Vehicle identity

VIN1XKYD49X2LJ344821
Model year2020
MakeKenworth (KW)
ModelT680
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License plateMO 05KT0A (Missouri)
Inspection window2024-10-24 to 2026-01-17

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
2026-01-171XKYD49X2LJ344821MO 05KT0AJAMES DOWNS LLC · USDOT 2632465

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

James Downs Llc Active

USDOT
2632465
MC
916447
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Maysville, MO
Power units
9
Drivers
6
Inspections (24 mo)
20
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
20%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-01-17). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1XKYD49X2LJ344821
Year/Make
2020 Kenworth (KW)
Inspections
5
Open recalls
0

What this means

1XKYD49X2LJ344821 is a 2020 Kenworth T680 operated by James Downs Llc (USDOT 2632465). License plate on its inspection records: MO 05KT0A. 5 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.

What this VIN is

2020 Kenworth T680 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XKYD49X2LJ344821. It is a truck-tractor built by KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY at the CHILLICOTHE, OHIO plant. Powertrain: ISX / X15 engine, 15L 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 5 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-10-24 and 2026-01-17. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 5 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-01-17) was in Missouri, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 6 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (5), followed by Unsafe Driving (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by James Downs Llc (USDOT 2632465) from 2024-10-24 to 2026-01-17 — 5 inspections, 1 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeKENWORTH
ModelT680
Model Year2020
Vehicle TypeTRUCK
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassTruck-Tractor
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
ManufacturerKENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityCHILLICOTHE
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateOHIO
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine ModelISX / X15
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels.
Engine Cylinders6
Displacement L15
Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads.
Fuel Type PrimaryDiesel
Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range.
Brake System TypeAir
Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement.
Drive Type6x4
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Vehicle Maintenance5⚠ High
Unsafe Driving1— Minor
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by JAMES DOWNS LLC (DOT 2632465)2024-10-24 → 2026-01-17
5 inspections · 1 OOS · 6 violations
Last inspected in Missouri · Level III — driver and paperwork only · Plate MO 05KT0A
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1XKYD49X2LJ344821 decode to?
VIN 1XKYD49X2LJ344821 decodes to a 2020 Kenworth T680 — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: ISX / X15; fuel: Diesel. The make is filed with FMCSA as KW.
Why was 2020 Kenworth T680 VIN 1XKYD49X2LJ344821 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 1 out-of-service violation across 5 inspections. By type: 1 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (5), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
What license plate is on VIN 1XKYD49X2LJ344821?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: MO 05KT0A (Missouri).

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