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VIN 2WLMAEAS83KK73165 — 2003 Western Star (WESTERN ST) 4900

Recorded with M & J Distributor Corp · USDOT 2846263

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Vehicle identity

VIN2WLMAEAS83KK73165
Model year2003
MakeWestern Star (WESTERN ST)
Model4900
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License plateFL P3544H (Florida)
Inspection window2025-07-07 to 2026-08-11

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
2026-08-112WLMAEAS83KK73165FL P3544HM & J DISTRIBUTOR CORP · USDOT 2846263

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

M & J Distributor Corp Active

USDOT
2846263
MC
—
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Cape Coral, FL
Power units
6
Drivers
6
Inspections (24 mo)
28
Crashes (24 mo)
1
Vehicle OOS rate
30.4%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-08-11). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
2WLMAEAS83KK73165
Year/Make
2003 Western Star (WESTERN ST)
Inspections
5
Open recalls
0

What this means

2WLMAEAS83KK73165 is a 2003 Western Star 4900 operated by M & J Distributor Corp (USDOT 2846263). License plate on its inspection records: FL P3544H. 5 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.

What this VIN is

2003 Western Star 4900 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 2WLMAEAS83KK73165. It is a truck built by WESTERN STAR TRUCKS INC at the KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA plant. Powertrain: C12 engine, 12L 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 2025-07-07 and 2026-08-11. Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 5 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-08-11) was in Florida, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 9 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (9). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by M & J Distributor Corp (USDOT 2846263) from 2025-07-07 to 2026-08-11 — 5 inspections, 2 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeWESTERN STAR
Model4900
Model Year2003
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
ManufacturerWESTERN STAR TRUCKS INC
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityKELOWNA
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateBRITISH COLUMBIA
Plant CountryCANADA
Engine ModelC12
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 L12
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 Type8x4
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Vehicle Maintenance9⚠ High
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by M & J DISTRIBUTOR CORP (DOT 2846263)2025-07-07 → 2026-08-11
5 inspections · 2 OOS · 9 violations
Last inspected in Florida · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate FL P3544H
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 2WLMAEAS83KK73165 decode to?
VIN 2WLMAEAS83KK73165 decodes to a 2003 Western Star 4900 — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: C12; fuel: Diesel. The make is filed with FMCSA as WESTERN ST.
Why was 2003 Western Star 4900 VIN 2WLMAEAS83KK73165 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 2 out-of-service violations across 5 inspections. By type: 2 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (9), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
What license plate is on VIN 2WLMAEAS83KK73165?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: FL P3544H (Florida).

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