VIN 1XPWDBEX18D740319 — 2008 Peterbilt (PTRB) 388
Recorded with Lone Star Dirt & Paving Ltd · USDOT 2031802
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1XPWDBEX18D740319 |
| Model year | 2008 |
| Make | Peterbilt (PTRB) |
| Model | 388 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | TX R159490 (Texas) |
| Last inspected | 2025-09-25 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-25 | 1XPWDBEX18D740319 | TX R159490 | LONE STAR DIRT & PAVING LTD · USDOT 2031802 |
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
Lone Star Dirt & Paving Ltd Active
- USDOT
- 2031802
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Carrier & Shipper
- Based in
- Lubbock, TX
- Power units
- 28
- Drivers
- 24
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 18
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 1
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 33.3%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-09-25). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
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What this means
1XPWDBEX18D740319 is a 2008 Peterbilt 388 operated by Lone Star Dirt & Paving Ltd (USDOT 2031802). License plate on its inspection records: TX R159490. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2008 Peterbilt 388 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XPWDBEX18D740319. It is a truck-tractor built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the DENTON, TEXAS plant. Powertrain: 3306/C15/C16 engine, 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 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2025-09-25). Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2025-09-25) was in Texas, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 4 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (4). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Lone Star Dirt & Paving Ltd (USDOT 2031802) on 2025-09-25 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | PETERBILT |
| Model | 388 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Truck-Tractor 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 | 3306/C15/C16 The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| 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 | 6x4 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | ! Moderate |
| 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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