VIN 2NPALU0X94M821082 — 2004 Peterbilt (PTRB) 357
Recorded with D & J D Services Ltd · USDOT 973947
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 2NPALU0X94M821082 |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Make | Peterbilt (PTRB) |
| Model | 357 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | TX R173394 (Texas) |
| Last inspected | 2026-04-17 |
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.
| Observed dates | VIN | Plate | Reported carrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-17 | 2NPALU0X94M821082 | TX R173394 | D & J D SERVICES LTD · USDOT 973947 |
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
D & J D Services Ltd Active
- USDOT
- 973947
- MC
- 123421
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Carrier & Shipper
- Based in
- Andrews, TX
- Power units
- 28
- Drivers
- 24
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 31
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 4
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 54.8%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-04-17). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
View full carrier profile →Authority, insurance & bonds, safety scores, crash history, inspections and the full fleet list.What this means
2NPALU0X94M821082 is a 2004 Peterbilt 357 operated by D & J D Services Ltd (USDOT 973947). License plate on its inspection records: TX R173394. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2004 Peterbilt 357 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 2NPALU0X94M821082. It is a truck built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the MONTREAL, QUEBEC 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 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2026-04-17). Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-04-17) was in Texas, a Level II — walk-around 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 D & J D Services Ltd (USDOT 973947) on 2026-04-17 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | PETERBILT |
| Model | 357 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| 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 | MONTREAL Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | QUEBEC |
| Plant Country | CANADA |
| Engine Model | C12/C13 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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