VIN 3NKMHD7X2VF735543 — 1997 Kenworth T300
Recorded with R & R Diesel Repair Inc · USDOT 513547
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3NKMHD7X2VF735543 |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Make | Kenworth |
| Model | T300 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | MT 518087C (Montana) |
| Last inspected | 2025-11-24 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-24 | 3NKMHD7X2VF735543 | MT 518087C | R & R DIESEL REPAIR INC · USDOT 513547 |
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
R & R Diesel Repair Inc Active
- USDOT
- 513547
- MC
- 287081
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Helena, MT
- Power units
- 16
- Drivers
- 13
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 23
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 3
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 63.6%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-11-24). 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
3NKMHD7X2VF735543 is a 1997 Kenworth T300 operated by R & R Diesel Repair Inc (USDOT 513547). License plate on its inspection records: MT 518087C. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
1997 Kenworth T300 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3NKMHD7X2VF735543. It is a truck built by KENWORTH MEXICANA SA DE CV at the MEXICALI, CALIFORNIA plant. Powertrain: 3126/C7 engine, 7.2L 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 (most recent activity 2025-11-24). Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2025-11-24) was in Montana, a Level II — walk-around 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 R & R Diesel Repair Inc (USDOT 513547) on 2025-11-24 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | KENWORTH |
| Model | T300 |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| 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 MEXICANA SA DE CV 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 | CALIFORNIA |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | 3126/C7 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 | 7.2 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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