VIN 4V4MC9GF38N487561 — 2008 Volvo VNM
Recorded with Fernando Hernandez Mendoza · USDOT 4335385
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 4V4MC9GF38N487561 |
| Model year | 2008 |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | VNM |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | MX 99ES7C (MX) |
| Inspection window | 2025-04-25 to 2026-09-01 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | 4V4MC9GF38N487561 | MX 99ES7C | FERNANDO HERNANDEZ MENDOZA · USDOT 4335385 |
| 2025-05-30 | 4V4MC9GF38N487561 | MX 99ES7C | ERMELANDO HERNANDEZ FERNANDEZ · USDOT 1593686 |
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
Fernando Hernandez Mendoza Active
- USDOT
- 4335385
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Nuevo Laredo, TA
- Power units
- 1
- Drivers
- 1
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 30
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 54.2%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-09-01). 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.This vehicle has also been operated by 1 other carrier (listed below).
What this means
4V4MC9GF38N487561 is a 2008 Volvo VNM operated by Fernando Hernandez Mendoza (USDOT 4335385). License plate on its inspection records: MX 99ES7C. 10 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 12 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2008 Volvo VNM is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 4V4MC9GF38N487561. It is a truck-tractor built by VOLVO GROUP NORTH AMERICA, LLC at the NEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN, VIRGINIA plant. Powertrain: VE D12 engine, 12.13L 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 10 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-04-25 and 2026-09-01. Its records show 12 out-of-service violations across 10 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 8 vehicle, 4 driver. Its most recent inspection (2026-09-01) was in US, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 81 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (77), followed by Driver Fitness (4). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
This VIN appears under 2 different carriers in our records, oldest first: Ermelando Hernandez Fernandez (USDOT 1593686) from 2025-04-25 to 2025-05-30 — 2 inspections, 8 out-of-service; Fernando Hernandez Mendoza (USDOT 4335385) from 2025-08-28 to 2026-09-01 — 8 inspections, 4 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | VOLVO TRUCK |
| Model | VNM |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Truck-Tractor 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 | VOLVO GROUP NORTH AMERICA, LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | NEW RIVER VALLEY DUBLIN Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | VIRGINIA |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | VE D12 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 | 12.13 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 | 6x4 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 77 | ⚠ High |
| Driver Fitness | 4 | ! Moderate |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
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