AUTO AUCTION ASSOCIATES OF MT INC
USDOT 53698 • DBA: AUTO AUCTION BILLINGS • 4432 S FRONTAGE ROAD, BILLINGS, MT, 59101-1433
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-480738 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Dec 6, 2018 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNION INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 4455193BSIG | ON FILE | Dec 1, 2019 | Oct 1, 2020 |
Insurance History (15 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091620 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2018 | Dec 1, 2019 |
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091559 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2017 | Dec 1, 2018 |
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091508 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 1, 2017 |
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091449 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091449 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091449 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091449 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091393 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2014 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091336 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2013 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CG00091277 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2012 | Dec 1, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP96866A | CANCELLED | May 16, 2012 | Jan 4, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP96866A | REPLACED | May 16, 2012 | Dec 1, 2012 |
| FIRST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AM | BIPD/Primary | 25CC302558 | REPLACED | May 16, 2011 | May 16, 2012 |
| AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 01-CG-5511372 | CANCELLED | Dec 30, 2005 | Jun 17, 2011 |
| AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 01-CG-5511372 | REPLACED | Dec 30, 2005 | May 16, 2011 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | UNION INSURANCE CO. | 4455193BSIG | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2020 | Oct 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091620 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2019 | Dec 1, 2019 |
| CANCEL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091559 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2018 | Dec 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091508 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2017 | Dec 1, 2017 |
| CANCEL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091449 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091449 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| CANCEL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091393 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091449 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091449 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| CANCEL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091336 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2014 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| CANCEL | ACCEPTANCE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CG00091277 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2013 | Dec 1, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP96866A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 4, 2013 | Jan 4, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP96866A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2012 | Dec 1, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | FIRST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AM | 25CC302558 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2012 | May 16, 2012 |
| TERM/CANCL | AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO. | 01-CG-5511372 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 17, 2011 | Jun 17, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO. | 01-CG-5511372 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2011 | May 16, 2011 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-480738 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (9 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC480738 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 6, 2018 |
| MC480738 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Dec 20, 2017 | — | Unknown |
| MC480738 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 2, 2016 |
| MC480738 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 27, 2015 |
| MC480738 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 28, 2014 |
| MC480738 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 20, 2013 |
| MC480738 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 23, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 15, 2011 |
| MC480738 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 25, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 2, 2010 |
| MC480738 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 24, 2006 | REVOKED | Dec 11, 2017 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
7 states • 28 inspections
Violation Summary (40 violations from 28 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.106(c)(1) | Cargo securement - front end structure | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.102(a)(1)(ii) | Insufficient means to prevent rearward movement | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (28 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
2 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (2 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2022 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | SCOTTSBLUFF PD | US-26 | ...D65393 | AUTO AUCTION ASSOCIATES OF MT |
| Feb 11, 2008 | MT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT-2023-0060-MT5700 | Dec 11, 2023 | 383.37(a); 391.45(a); 391.51(a); 395.8(a)(1) | $11,290 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
20 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records