VENTURA TRANSPORTATION CORP

USDOT 2989629 • 5 SYCAMORE RD, METHUEN, MA, 01844

ACTIVEMotor Carrier
Authority:1 active
Insurance:2 current
BOC-3:On file
Safety Rating:Not rated
MCS-150:Never updated
OOS Orders:None

Overview

Company profile from FMCSA Census File

USDOT
2,989,629
Status
ACTIVE
Operation
Interstate
Business Type
Motor Carrier
Phone
9785528923
Power Units (MCS-150)
5
Drivers (MCS-150)
4
MCS-150 Mileage
150,000
Physical Address
5 SYCAMORE RD, METHUEN, MA, 01844
Contact

Risk Signals1 flagged

MEDIUM
Elevated driver OOS rate: 14.3%
National average is 6.7%. This carrier's driver OOS rate is 7.6 percentage points above average.

Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.

Authority & Insurance

Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status

Common Carrier — Active
Active Authority
1
Revoked / Inactive
0
Authority Types
1
Insurance Policies
2 active
Latest: Jan 22, 2026
BOC-3 Filing
On file

Operating Authority

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Operating Authority
Authority TypeDocket #StatusOriginal DateFinal Date
Common CarrierMC-018368ACTIVEUnknownApr 1, 2026

Active Insurance (2)

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Active Insurance (2)
InsurerTypePolicy #StatusEffectiveCancel Date
SAFETY INSURANCE CO.BIPD/Primary5943494ON FILEJan 22, 2026Mar 31, 2026
SAFETY INSURANCE CO.BIPD/Primary5943494ACTIVEJan 22, 2026Apr 11, 2026

Insurance History (3 canceled/expired)

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Insurance History (3 canceled/expired)
InsurerTypePolicy #StatusEffectiveCancel Date
THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANYBIPD/PrimaryBJBPWQREPLACEDFeb 5, 2020Jan 22, 2026
SAFETY INSURANCE CO.BIPD/Primary6237851CANCELLEDApr 12, 2017Mar 27, 2020
SAFETY INSURANCE CO.BIPD/Primary6237851REPLACEDApr 12, 2017Feb 5, 2020

Insurance Events Timeline

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Insurance Events Timeline
EventInsurerPolicy #TypeEvent DateCancel Date
TERM/CANCLSAFETY INSURANCE CO.5943494BIPD/PrimaryApr 11, 2026Apr 11, 2026
TERM/REPLSAFETY INSURANCE CO.5943494BIPD/PrimaryMar 31, 2026Mar 31, 2026
TERM/REPLTHE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANYBJBPWQBIPD/PrimaryJan 22, 2026Jan 22, 2026
TERM/CANCLSAFETY INSURANCE CO.6237851BIPD/PrimaryMar 27, 2020Mar 27, 2020
TERM/REPLSAFETY INSURANCE CO.6237851BIPD/PrimaryFeb 5, 2020Feb 5, 2020

Authority Action History (3 events)

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Authority Action History (3 events)
DocketAuthority TypeOriginal ActionServed DateDispositionDecided Date
MC018368COMMONINVOLUNTARY REVOCATIONMar 16, 2026DISCONTINUED REVOCATIONApr 1, 2026
MC018368COMMONINVOLUNTARY REVOCATIONMar 2, 2020DISCONTINUED REVOCATIONMar 4, 2020
MC018368MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIERGRANTEDApr 19, 2017Unknown

Safety & Inspections

SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates

SMS BASIC Scores

Unsafe Driving
17%

Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.

Inspections
14
Violations
102
29 OOS
Vehicle OOS %
28.6%
Above nat'l avg (23.4%)
Driver OOS %
14.3%
Above nat'l avg (6.7%)
Power Units (MCS-150)
5
Drivers (MCS-150)
4
Crash Records
4

Inspection Activity (24 months)

Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.

1
May
Jun
Jul
1
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1
Jan
Feb
2
Mar
1
Apr
1
May
1
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1
Jan
Feb
Mar
1
Apr
Clean monthMonth with OOSBased on latest 14 of 14 inspection records

Inspection Activity Map

4 states14 inspections

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None Low Medium High🚛 Home base

Violation Summary (102 violations from 14 inspections)

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Violation Summary (102 violations from 14 inspections)
CodeDescription# Violations# OOSSeverity WtBASIC
FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT390.21TB2-DOT50General/Admin
FMCSR:393.9(a)Inoperable required lamps513Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:396.17C-PINo proof of periodic inspection403Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:396.3(a)(1)Inspection/repair/maintenance - general445Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:392.2Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued408Unsafe Driving
FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCROperating a CMV while ill or fatigued308Unsafe Driving
FMCSR:393.11Lighting devices/reflectors313Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC390.21TB1-MC20General/Admin
FMCSR:393.11A1-LILLighting devices/reflectors203Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.9A-LSMLInoperable required lamps203Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:392.2-SLLSROperating a CMV while ill or fatigued208Unsafe Driving
FMCSR:393.95FEmergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper20Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:396.17(c)No proof of periodic inspection203Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.75(a)Tires/tubes - general defects226Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:396.5(b)Fuel system leak227Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.207(a)Suspension defective227Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.209(d)Wheel fasteners loose/missing228Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.75(b)Tire tread depth insufficient (steer)227Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:392.2-SLTFCOperating a CMV while ill or fatigued108Unsafe Driving
FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPASSuspension defective117Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:396.3A1-TFCVTires - Front in contact with a part of the vehicle11Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.43D-BSBBrake - relay emergency valve117Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.203E-CBPCab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.11Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.83HExhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.75B-TFVTire tread depth insufficient (steer)107Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles)105Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.9A-LHLIInoperable required lamps103Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:396.9D2-FTFFailing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:392.9A-DFSLOperating without proper operating authority108General/Admin
FMCSR:392.8-DDriver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment10Unsafe Driving
FMCSR:395.8D6-HOSF395.8D6-HOSF10Hours Of Service
FMCSR:393.9B-LHLOWRLighting - Headlamps - Both obscured when required to be on10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.60CGlazing/window obstructions104Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.9B-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp obscured10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:392.16ADFailing to use seat belt (49 CFR)103Unsafe Driving
FMCSR:393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.9A-HLLHInoperable required lamps103Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed11Hours Of Service
FMCSR:391.41APhysical qualification - general117Driver Fitness
FMCSR:393.205C-WRWheel/Rim - Wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.11Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:392.7A-DDriver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories10Unsafe Driving
FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles)105Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:392.9BA-INACTIVE392.9BA-INACTIVE11Unsafe Driving
FMCSR:390.19B2-BIENNIAL390.19B2-BIENNIAL10General/Admin
FMCSR:391.41(a)(1)391.41(a)(1)10Driver Fitness
FMCSR:391.11(b)(2)CDL suspended/revoked1010Driver Fitness
FMCSR:393.81Horn inoperable102Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.95(a)Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective105Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.60(b)Unauthorized tinting on windshield103Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.78Windshield condition defective104Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.203(a)Cab/body components defective104Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.205(a)Wheel/rim defective117Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.83(g)Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment11Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.201(a)Frame - cracked/loose/broken118Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.203(b)Cab/body improperly secured to frame10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:391.45(b)Expired medical examiner's certificate10Driver Fitness
FMCSR:393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak11Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.83(h)Exhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.203Cab/body parts requirements violations10Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.75(c)Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles)105Vehicle Maintenance
FMCSR:393.47(a)Brake chamber - cracked/broken118Vehicle Maintenance

Peer Context

This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.

Vehicle OOS Rate
28.6%vs nat'l 23.4%
+5.2 pts above avg
Driver OOS Rate
14.3%vs nat'l 6.7%
+7.6 pts above avg
Violations / Inspection
7.29vs nat'l 1.80
+5.49 above avg

National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.

Inspection analytics

Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix

Inspections per month (24 mo)

10 total · 30.0% OOS
2024-052026-04
InspectionsOOS

Violations by BASIC category

Recent Crashes

4 crash records from FMCSA Crash File

Total Crashes
4
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Across 1 crash
Tow-Aways
4

Crash History (4 records)

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Crash History (4 records)
DateStateSeverityFatalitiesInjuriesCityLocationVINCarrier Name at Crash
Jan 26, 2026VTTOW00BETHELI-89 NB Exit 3...bs0228VENTURA TRANSPORTATION CORP
Jan 22, 2026VTTOW00BERLINI-89 N...S58437VENTURA TRANSPORTATION CORP
Oct 18, 2023MATOW00HOPKINTONRTE 495 N X 58...S53175VENTURA TRANSPORTATION CORP
Mar 7, 2022MEINJURY01FALMOUTHI 295 NB...S51465VENTURA TRANSPORTATION CORP

Compliance Timeline

10 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records

Apr 11, 2026
Insurance
Insurance term/cancl
SAFETY INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary
Apr 1, 2026
Authority
Mar 31, 2026
Insurance
Insurance term/repl
SAFETY INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary
Jan 26, 2026
Crash
Tow-away crash in VT
0 fatalities, 0 injuries
Jan 22, 2026
Insurance
Insurance term/repl
THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Jan 22, 2026
Crash
Tow-away crash in VT
0 fatalities, 0 injuries
Oct 18, 2023
Crash
Tow-away crash in MA
0 fatalities, 0 injuries
Mar 7, 2022
Crash
Injury crash in ME
0 fatalities, 1 injury
Mar 27, 2020
Insurance
Insurance term/cancl
SAFETY INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary
Feb 5, 2020
Insurance
Insurance term/repl
SAFETY INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary

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