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17 Pa. Code § 51.12. Applications for title and registration.

§ 51.12. Applications for title and registration.

 (a)  Contents of application. An application for a certificate of title and registration shall include the following on an application form furnished by the Department:

   (1)  The name, address and county of the residence of owner.

   (2)  The make, model, year, serial number of the vehicle.

   (3)  The date of purchase and the purchase price.

   (4)  A security interest, if applicable.

   (5)  A designation of whether the vehicle is a snowmobile, Class I ATV or Class II ATV under section 7702 of the Vehicle Code (relating to definitions).

   (6)  A designation of type of registration under section 7711.1 or section 7711.2 of the Vehicle Code (relating to registration of snowmobile or ATV; and limited registration of snowmobile or ATV).

   (7)  The amount of Sales Tax due, if any.

   (8)  The amount of applicable fees under section 7715.2 of the Vehicle Code (relating to fees).

   (9)  The registration number issued by the dealer, the date issued and the dealer registration number.

 (b)  Proof of vehicle identification number (VIN); fees. The following shall be included with the completed application submitted to the Department:

   (1)  Proof acceptable to the Department of the VIN. Acceptable proof includes any of the following:

     (i)   Manufacturer’s statement of origin.

     (ii)   Sales receipt.

     (iii)   A tracing, rubbing or mechanic’s certification of the VIN.

   (2)  Payment of applicable Sales Tax.

   (3)  Payment of applicable fees under section 7715.2 of the Vehicle Code.



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