VIN 3BKBHJ7X9MF439236 — 2021 Kenworth (KW) T4 Series
Recorded with Desilva Gates Construction Llc · USDOT 2728520
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3BKBHJ7X9MF439236 |
| Model year | 2021 |
| Make | Kenworth (KW) |
| Model | T4 Series |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | CA 83832B3 (California) |
| Inspection window | 2026-05-20 to 2026-09-30 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | 3BKBHJ7X9MF439236 | CA 83832B3 | DESILVA GATES CONSTRUCTION LLC · USDOT 2728520 |
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
Desilva Gates Construction Llc Active
- USDOT
- 2728520
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Dublin, CA
- Power units
- 94
- Drivers
- 21
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 78
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 2
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 12.9%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-09-30). 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
3BKBHJ7X9MF439236 is a 2021 Kenworth T4 Series operated by Desilva Gates Construction Llc (USDOT 2728520). License plate on its inspection records: CA 83832B3. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.
What this VIN is
2021 Kenworth T4 Series is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3BKBHJ7X9MF439236. It is a truck built by KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY at the MEXICALI, BAJA CALIFORNIA plant. Powertrain: PX-9 engine, 8.9L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)) places it in Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL.
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 1 FMCSA roadside inspection between 2026-05-20 and 2026-09-30. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-09-30) was in California, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 2 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (2). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Desilva Gates Construction Llc (USDOT 2728520) from 2026-05-20 to 2026-09-30 — 1 inspection, 1 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | KENWORTH |
| Model | T4 Series |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| 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 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg) Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL |
| Manufacturer | KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | MEXICALI Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | BAJA CALIFORNIA |
| Plant Country | MEXICO |
| Engine Model | PX-9 The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels. |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement L | 8.9 Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads. |
| 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 | 4x2 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | ! 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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