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Vehicle Bill of Sale
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MV-912 in short
MV-912 is the New York DMV vehicle bill of sale. The DMV says to use it to show proof of a vehicle ownership transfer through a private sale. In a private sale the seller signs it, the buyer signs it, and the buyer brings the original to the DMV to register and title the vehicle.
| Issued by | New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) |
|---|---|
| Current version | MV-912 (11/21) (checked 2026-10-25) |
| Who fills it in | The seller and the buyer both sign it. The DMV says this applies even if the vehicle is a gift. |
| Who receives it | The buyer keeps the original and presents it at a local DMV office when registering and titling the vehicle. |
| Where to send it | It is not mailed on its own. The buyer takes it to a local New York DMV office with the other transfer documents. |
| Official links | Official page · Official PDF |
How to fill out MV-912, line by line
| Description of vehicle | Vehicle or hull identification number The VIN, or the hull identification number (HIN) for a boat. |
| Description of vehicle | Year, make and model The model year, make and model of the vehicle. |
| Sale statement | Seller name, buyer name and price The line reads I, (seller), in consideration of $ (price), do hereby sell, transfer and convey to (buyer) the following vehicle. For a gift, the DMV says to show the price as $0. |
| Terms and conditions | Terms and conditions (if applicable) Optional space for any terms of the sale. |
| Seller | Seller name, address, signature and date Print or type the seller's name and address, then sign and date. |
| Buyer | Buyer name, address, signature and date Print or type the buyer's name and address, then sign and date. |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Only the seller signing. The DMV says the buyer must also sign, even for a gift.
- Leaving out the purchase price or sale date. The DMV lists both as required on an acceptable bill of sale.
- Writing a price on a gift. The DMV says to show a gift price as $0 and indicate the gift on the Statement of Transaction (DTF-802).
- Using the bill of sale instead of the title. The seller still completes the transfer section of the title, or gives other acceptable proof of ownership.
- Handwriting signatures badly or printing other fields by hand illegibly. The form says to clearly print or type all information except signatures.
- Giving the buyer a copy instead of the original. The DMV refers to presenting the original bill of sale.
Questions about MV-912
Does New York require a bill of sale for a private car sale?
The DMV transfer page says the seller signs a Vehicle Bill of Sale (MV-912), even if it is a gift, and the buyer signs it too. The DMV also accepts another bill of sale if it has the required details. Rules vary, so check the official DMV guidance.
What must a New York bill of sale include?
The DMV lists the year and make, the VIN (or hull number for a boat), the date of sale, the purchase price, and the names and signatures of the buyer and seller.
Does the MV-912 need to be notarized?
The form has no notary section, and the DMV pages we checked do not mention notarization for it.
Is a bill of sale enough to register a vehicle in New York?
Not by itself. For vehicles 1972 or older, the DMV says a bill of sale alone is not acceptable proof of ownership without a title or transferable registration. Newer vehicles need the title transfer as well.
What about a gifted vehicle?
Fill in the MV-912 with a price of $0. The DMV says the gift must also be shown on the Statement of Transaction (DTF-802), and the donor may need to complete Section 6 of that form.
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Checked against the official sources on 2026-10-25. PDF Editor Hub is not affiliated with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles or any government agency. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice.