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VALIN'S TRANSPORTATION LLC
Sparta, MI
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Elevated concerns
No Active Operating Authority
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FMCSA status: Active registration · no operating authority · DOT 3764574 · MC 1341547
Active
No Safety Rating
Active 4 yrs, 8 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
MC-1341547 · Common carrier
Insurance
Not Found
No coverage amount on file
Safety
Not Rated
66.7% OOS · 17 inspections on record
Flags · 3
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
66.7% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 97% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 36.4% of 11 driver inspections — higher than 97% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
No Active Operating Authority
FMCSA does not show active operating authority for this carrier. A carrier without it cannot legally haul interstate for-hire freight.
No Insurance Filing On Record
No active insurance filing appears in FMCSA records for this carrier. Confirm coverage directly with the insurer before booking.
Vetting notes
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- No active insurance filing found on record
- Driver out-of-service rate 36.4% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 33.3% — above the 20.7% national average
- 17 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1341547
Common Carrier
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
3764574
MC Number
MC-1341547
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire, Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
October 10, 2025
FMCSA Registration
November 14, 2021
Authority Granted
February 16, 2022
Annual Mileage
200,000 mi (2023)
Contact Information
Address
11719 Hardwood Rdg, Sparta, MI 49345
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Rosa Perez
Officer 2
Jose Perez
Cargo Types
General FreightMetal/Sheet SteelMotor VehiclesLogs/Poles/BeamsBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsIntermodalDry BulkPaper ProductsUtility EquipmentFarm SuppliesConstruction MaterialsU.S. Mail
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
17
Driver Inspections
12
Vehicle Inspections
13
Out-of-Service Violations
23
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance36
Unsafe Driving4
Hours of Service28
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate36.4% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (30.9pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate33.3% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (12.6pp higher)
66.7% of 15 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
97th percentile among carriers with 10–24 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
8 of 12 inspections
Unsafe Driving
2 of 15 inspections
Hours of Service
8 of 15 inspections
Driver Fitness
7 of 15 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 15 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
TN3
AL2
AZ1
FL1
ID1
MI1
and 8 more states
Fleet & Equipment (21)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~11
of 5 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~10
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Pickup
9
Flatbed
5
Semi-trailer
3
Chassis / Incomplete
2
Car Hauler
1
Dry Van
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Chevrolet Silverado | Pickup · Class 3 | 1GC4KYCY0JF220796 | 6 | 2 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 7HXS3FS30MP013675 | 6 | 2 |
| 2021 Ram 3500 | Pickup · Class 3 | 3C63RRHL2MG527892 | 2 | 2 |
| 2025 Maxey Trailers Mfg | Flatbed · 40 ft | 5R8GF402XSM123346 | 2 | 2 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 5RVFS402XRP130097 | 2 | 1 |
| 2026 Big Tex | Flatbed · 48 ft | 16V3F4823T6423511 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Ameritrail, Inc. | Dry Van · 32 ft | 17YGA3221MB080005 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Ford F-350 | Pickup · Class 3 | 1FT8W3BT2JEB47970 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Ford F-350 | Pickup · Class 3 | 1FT8W3DT7HEB50810 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | Pickup · Class 2 | 1GC1KYC8XBF126588 | 1 | — |
Show all 21 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Chevrolet Silverado | Pickup · Class 3 | 1GC4K0CY9HF197966 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Ram 3500 | Pickup · Class 3 | 3C63RRGL3NG389766 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Ram 3500 | Pickup · Class 3 | 3C63RRGL9JG401316 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Ram 2500 | Pickup · Class 2 | 3C6UR5FLXNG291767 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 Dodge Ram Chassis Cab | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 4 | 3C7WDKFL6CG212500 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 Ram 3500 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 3 | 3C7WRTCL9GG198769 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Pj | Flatbed · 49 ft | 4P53F4928N1366948 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Pj | Flatbed · 40 ft | 4P5LD4022L3045184 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Load Trail | Car Hauler · 36 ft | 4ZEGC3635M1236633 | 1 | 1 |
| Kaufman | Semi-trailer | 5SHFC4239MB000707 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Goodguys Trailers Llc | Flatbed · 40 ft | 7TTGF4025PT000351 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (17)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2026 | 1253002717 | CREOLA AL | I | 10 | 2 | METSO COLUMBIA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
RAM MAXEY TRAILERS MFG |
3C63RRHL2MG527892 5R8GF402XSM123346 |
FL RZHL71 FL KP357C |
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 392.9AA1 | OOSOperating Authority - Motor carrier operating a motor vehicle without the required operating authority. | |||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| February 17, 2026 | TCSM000129 | 194 I-25 N, WY | III | 2 | 2 | NONE | Truck Tractor Straight Truck |
MAXEY TRAILERS MFG RAM |
5R8GF402XSM123346 3C63RRHL2MG527892 |
FL KP357C FL RZHL71 |
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| October 20, 2025 | 4048002208 | POST FALLS ID | II | 9 | 1 | VERMEER MOUNTAIN WEST | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM PJ |
3C7WRTCL9GG198769 4P53F4928N1366948 |
TX VGR4975 TX 000048N |
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 390.35 | Fraudulent record(s) | |||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | Hours | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | HOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| October 9, 2025 | 3977005333 | MILTON FL | III | 2 | 2 | SHORELINE LUMBER INC | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM KAUFMAN |
3C63RRGL9JG401316 5SHFC4239MB000707 |
FL RCTU97 TX 310227M |
| 391.41APC | OOSMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| September 16, 2025 | 6869000672 | CAMP VERDE AZ | II | 13 | 6 | KAVACH | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
DODGE LOAD TRAIL |
3C7WDKFL6CG212500 4ZEGC3635M1236633 |
FL SND4620 TX 450624 |
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.43D-B | OOSBrake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.41-BNPB | OOSBrake - Inoperative or missing parking brake on power unit | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 391.41APC | OOSMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.40A-B | Brake - Inadequate braking system | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLML | State/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| September 11, 2025 | 0006797476 | HALIFAX WEIGH STATION, I-95, S, NC | I | 3 | 2 | CABLE MANAGEMENT | Straight Truck Trailer |
RAM BIG TEX |
3C6UR5FLXNG291767 16V3F4823T6423511 |
FL RZGX95 FL DM77MP |
| 383.23A2 | OOSOperating a CMV without a CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 391.41A-F | OOSOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate. | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 392.2FT | State or International Fuel Tax (IFTA) Violation | |||||||||
| July 30, 2025 | 77I79DNBHL | IH-0035 IN WILLIAMSON CO. (252, TX | II | 8 | 2 | BERRY GLOBAL | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
FORD AMERITRAIL, INC. |
1FT8W3DT7HEB50810 17YGA3221MB080005 |
FL DU24YY TX 900858K |
| 383.23A2 | OOSOperating a CMV without a CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 395.8A-NON-ELD | OOSNo record of duty status when one is required (ELD Not Required) | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.95B | Emergency Equipment - A power unit requiring fuses - missing a spare fuse for a required part or accessory (e.g., lamps required by 393.11, ABS lights or low air | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.104F4/R | No edge protection for tiedowns | Tiedown | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| July 28, 2025 | 0371001299 | MONROE CITY MO | I | 5 | — | TIMEWELL TRANSPORTATION LLC | Straight Truck Trailer |
CHEVROLET UNPUBLISHE |
1GC4KYCY0JF220796 7HXS3FS30MP013675 |
FL 80BRGF TN 321133T |
| 390.21TC-MC | Required CMV marking(s) not legible from 50 feet while stationary due to improper size/location/color | |||||||||
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 393.11B-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, lower rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.60E | Windshield - Obstructed | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.11B-CSSRR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, side retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| July 16, 2025 | I039261507 | STANTON TN | I | 3 | 3 | CPG BUILDING PRODUCTS | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
CHEVROLET UNPUBLISHE |
1GC4KYCY0JF220796 7HXS3FS30MP013675 |
FL 80BRGF TN 321133T |
| 393.75A1-TAORETA | OOSTires - All others, has more than one ply exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches. | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.43D-B | OOSBrake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.41-BNPB | OOSBrake - Inoperative or missing parking brake on power unit | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| July 15, 2025 | I039582141 | ARDMORE TN | I | 1 | — | VALTIR | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
CHEVROLET UNPUBLISHE |
1GC4KYCY0JF220796 7HXS3FS30MP013675 |
FL 80BRCF TN 321133T |
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| OES EQUIPMENT | 2 | April 9, 2025 |
| METSO COLUMBIA | 1 | April 30, 2026 |
| VERMEER MOUNTAIN WEST | 1 | October 20, 2025 |
| SHORELINE LUMBER INC | 1 | October 9, 2025 |
| KAVACH | 1 | September 16, 2025 |
| CABLE MANAGEMENT | 1 | September 11, 2025 |
| BERRY GLOBAL | 1 | July 30, 2025 |
| TIMEWELL TRANSPORTATION LLC | 1 | July 28, 2025 |
| CPG BUILDING PRODUCTS | 1 | July 16, 2025 |
| VALTIR | 1 | July 15, 2025 |
| ARMSTRONG TRANSPORT GROUP | 1 | May 6, 2025 |
| STERTILKONI USA | 1 | April 8, 2025 |
1 more shipper named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| October 27, 2025 | REVOKED | Common Carrier |
| February 16, 2022 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| September 24, 2025 | COMMON | On Record |
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