Instructions For Completing Form Mv-1, Application For Certificate Of Title (Page 2 of 9) in pdf

be accompanied by an application for a PA state replacement VIN plate on Form MV-41, in addition to a

completed Form MV-32, “Pennsylvania State Police Verification of VIN.” Form MV-32 must be obtained from and

completed by the Pennsylvania State Police. The officer conducting the VIN examination will return the completed

Form MV-32 to the applicant. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide the agent with all documents, including

the Form MV-32.

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BODY TYPE - List the designated body type of the vehicle.

EXAMPLES:

Coupe (CP)

Truck Tractor (TT)

Sedan (SDN)

Motor Home (MTRH)

Truck (TK)

Special Mobile Equipment (SME)

Mobile Home (MH)

Motor-Driven Cycle (MODC)

Low Speed Vehicle (ORV)

Off-Road Vehicles (ORV)

Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEV)

Recreational Trailer (RECT)

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A Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) is defined as a four-wheeled electric vehicle that has a maximum design

speed of not less than 20 miles per hour and of not more than 25 miles per hour and that complies with the

Federal safety standards established in 490 CFR 571.500. A NEV shall be considered a passenger car for the

purpose of titling and registration. A NEV operated upon any highway or roadway is required to be maintained in

proper condition and comply with the equipment requirements and standards as set forth in 49 CFR 571.500.

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Low speed vehicles that are not Neighborhood Electric Vehicles do not meet Pennsylvania equipment standards.

This type of vehicle is not equipped as required by the vehicle code and the regulations of PennDOT to be

operated on Pennsylvania roadways. Therefore, when processing title applications where the proof of ownership

document indicates LSV (Low Speed Vehicle), the record should be designated as an “Off-Road Vehicle” (ORV).

No registration plates are to be issued to low speed vehicles.

NOTE: Low speed vehicles can be identified by examining the Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO) or the

out-of-state certificate of title. The MCO will list an indicator of LSV in the series or model field and may designate

that the vehicle complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 571.500. Out of state certificates

of title usually list “Low Speed Vehicle” as a brand or will list “LV” or “LSV” in the body field.

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MODEL YEAR - List the model year of the vehicle as assigned by the manufacturer. This year should agree with

what is printed on the proof of ownership document. If the vehicle is a new motor home, it may have two

certificates of origin (one for the chassis and a second for the body). If so, list the model year for the body of the

vehicle.

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GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING - List the GVWR of the vehicle as assigned by the manufacturer. This

weight can usually be found on the vehicle’s VIN plate and on the certificate of origin for a new vehicle. (Not

required for passenger vehicles, or two- or three-wheeled vehicles, but is required for all other vehicle types).

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FUEL - Check the appropriate fuel type.

NOTE: For 100% electric vehicles, the fuel type “electric” is to be checked. For a hybrid electric vehicle, the fuel

type should be checked as “hybrid.”

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VIN TRACING/CERTIFICATION - A VIN plate tracing is required to be attached to the reverse side of the white

copy of Form MV-1 for the following vehicles:

(1) When a Pennsylvania resident acquires a new or used vehicle from a nonresident, including an out-of-state

dealer, for use in this commonwealth. NOTE: If the MCO is assigned to a Pennsylvania registered dealer and

reassigned to a PA resident, the VIN verification requirement is not needed;

(2) When a nonresident brings a vehicle previously titled or registered in another state or country into this

commonwealth, in connection with establishing a Pennsylvania residence; and

(3) When the initial application for a Pennsylvania Certificate of Title is for a truck, truck-tractor or motor home,

regardless of the source of ownership.

A tracing is obtained by placing tracing paper against the VIN plate and applying pressure with a lead pencil, stroking left

to right across the entire surface of the VIN plate, so as to produce on the paper an image of all information which has

been embossed on the plate. If the vehicle’s VIN plate is missing or it is impossible to secure a legible tracing of the plate,

a certified inspection mechanic or a notary public in the employ of a dealership, manufacturer or full agent (83, 84, 85, 86,

87, 88, 90, 91 and 92 DIN numbers) is authorized to inspect and visually verify the VIN. If the authorized agent performs

the VIN verification, they will list their name, DIN number and signature in Section A. If someone other than the authorized

agent performs the VIN verification, Form MV-41 must be used. NOTE: A photograph of a vehicle’s VIN plate is

acceptable, if the photo is signed and dated by a certified inspection mechanic. If the vehicle is physically located

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