ME DMV Vehicle Titles and Ownership

Question 1

What document must you have to prove ownership when registering a used vehicle in Maine?

Accepted Answer

Bill of Sale

Answer

Vehicle Inspection Report

Answer

Proof of Insurance

Answer

Warranty Deed

Question 2

What should you do if you lose your vehicle title in Maine?

Accepted Answer

Apply for a duplicate title through the DMV

Answer

Purchase a new vehicle

Answer

File a police report

Answer

Contact your insurance company

Question 3

How long is a vehicle title valid before it needs to be updated or renewed in Maine?

Accepted Answer

Until the vehicle is sold

Answer

1 year

Answer

2 years

Answer

5 years

Question 4

What is required to transfer a vehicle title when buying a car from a private seller in Maine?

Accepted Answer

A completed title transfer section on the title document

Answer

A new vehicle inspection

Answer

A proof of residency

Answer

An emissions test

Question 5

What additional step must be taken if the vehicle title has a lien on it?

Accepted Answer

Obtain a lien release from the lienholder

Answer

Notify the DMV of the lien

Answer

Submit the lienholder’s contact information to the DMV

Answer

Pay an additional registration fee