VIN 3HAJEAVH56L170873 — 2006 International (INTERNATIO) KL045
Recorded with Chris Mensing · USDOT 1159947
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3HAJEAVH56L170873 |
| Model year | 2006 |
| Make | International (INTERNATIO) |
| Model | KL045 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | MN YBA1561 (Minnesota) |
| Last inspected | 2025-08-14 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-14 | 3HAJEAVH56L170873 | MN YBA1561 | CHRIS MENSING · USDOT 1159947 |
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
Chris Mensing Active
- USDOT
- 1159947
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Perham, MN
- Power units
- 3
- Drivers
- 1
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 2
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 50%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-08-14). 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
3HAJEAVH56L170873 is a 2006 International KL045 operated by Chris Mensing (USDOT 1159947). License plate on its inspection records: MN YBA1561. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.
What this VIN is
2006 International KL045 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3HAJEAVH56L170873. It is a truck built by BLUE DIAMOND TRUCK, S. DE R. L. DE C. V.. Powertrain: International Maxxforce 5 engine, 4.5L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 4: 14,001 - 16,000 lb (6,350 - 7,258 kg)) places it in Class 4 medium-duty (14,001–16,000 lb).
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2025-08-14). Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 hazmat. Its most recent inspection (2025-08-14) was in Minnesota, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 3 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (2), followed by Unsafe Driving (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Chris Mensing (USDOT 1159947) on 2025-08-14 — 1 inspection, 1 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | INTERNATIONAL |
| Model | KL045 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| Series | CF500 |
| 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 4: 14,001 - 16,000 lb (6,350 - 7,258 kg) Class 4 medium-duty (14,001–16,000 lb) |
| Manufacturer | BLUE DIAMOND TRUCK, S. DE R. L. DE C. V. The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant State | ESCOBEDO |
| Plant Country | MEXICO |
| Engine Model | International Maxxforce 5 The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Displacement L | 4.5 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 | Hydraulic 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 | 1 | — Minor |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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