Instructions
The State of Missouri may require a bond to obtain a title for a vehicle when the applicant is unable to provide a properly assigned Certificate of Title.
To qualify for a bonded title in Missouri, the vehicle must be at least 7 years old and cannot have a value of more than $3,000. There must not be any prior application for title on the motor vehicle.
If you have any questions about your vehicle qualifying for a bonded title, contact your local DMV to confirm.
How to obtain a bonded title in Missouri
After verifying that the vehicle qualifies for a bonded title, you will need to obtain the following information:
- An affidavit explaining how the vehicle or trailer was acquired and the reason a valid certificate of ownership cannot be furnished.
- Evidence of ownership (such as a bill of sale or canceled check)
- If the vehicle was last titled in another state, verification of the title from the state it was titled in.
- A notarized lien release if any liens are on record for the vehicle
- A vehicle examination certificate which is issued by Missouri State Highway Patrol, or other law enforcement agency as authorized by the director of revenue.
- A statement certifying the odometer reading of the vehicle if less than ten years old.
- Obtain the value of the vehicle either through Kelly Blue Book, NADA, or two appraisals from a licensed motor vehicle dealer.
You will use the value you obtained when filling out the application for a surety bond. The bond amount will be configured to two times the value by the system and will be no less than $100, per state regulations.
Additional Resources:
Missouri requirements for a bonded title: https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=301.192&bid=15743&hl=
Missouri Department of Revenue Titling and Registration: https://dor.mo.gov/motor-vehicle/
Missouri Titling Manual: https://dor.mo.gov/forms/Missouri_Titling_Manual.pdf
