What is MC number 871666?

MC number 871666 is assigned to Kenneth Richardson, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1559163.

Is Kenneth Richardson Safe? DOT 1559163 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Kenneth Richardson?

Kenneth Richardson has a safety rating of "Conditional" as of September 5, 2022, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Kenneth Richardson had?

Kenneth Richardson has recorded 6 total inspections, with 1 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Kenneth Richardson located?

Kenneth Richardson is headquartered at 69 Bates Ave, Coventry, RI 02816.

This carrier is active with a Conditional safety rating and no crashes reported.

Kenneth Richardson is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1559163. The company operates from Coventry, RI and maintains an active operating status with 4 power units and 4 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

⚠ Conditional

Rated: September 5, 2022

Kenneth Richardson holds a "Conditional" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that some safety deficiencies were found during the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

6 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate16.67%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 16.7% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

3.9

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.7

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.1

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

1.0

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Kenneth Richardson is a small motor carrier operating in Rhode Island. With 6 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 16.7%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. No crashes have been reported in FMCSA records, which is a positive indicator for shippers and brokers evaluating this carrier.

A Conditional rating from the FMCSA indicates that Kenneth Richardson has some safety deficiencies that need to be addressed. Shippers and brokers should review the BASICS scores carefully.

The company operates 4 power units and employs 4 drivers. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1559163?

USDOT number 1559163 is assigned to Kenneth Richardson, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Coventry, RI.

What is the safety rating of Kenneth Richardson?

Kenneth Richardson has a safety rating of Conditional as of September 5, 2022.

How many inspections has Kenneth Richardson had?

Kenneth Richardson has recorded 6 total inspections with 1 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 16.67%.

Where is Kenneth Richardson located?

Kenneth Richardson is headquartered at 69 Bates Ave, Coventry, RI 02816.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

What is the MC number for Kenneth Richardson?

The MC number for Kenneth Richardson is MC# 871666. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 1559163 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Kenneth Richardson (DOT# 1559163 · MC# 871666) – FMCSA Carrier Profile