Form MV-82, Vehicle Registration Title Application - New York

Overview of the MV-82 Form

The form MV 82, also known as the Vehicle Registration/Title Application, is a mandatory document for residents of New York who wish to register their motor vehicle. This chapter will reveal important information about this form, outlining the steps to correctly fill and submit it. It might seem intimidating at first glance, but carefully reading this guide will help simplify the process.

Basics of the motor vehicle form MV 82

The motor vehicle form MV 82, which is given by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV} in New York, is used when first-time vehicular registration or title is processed. It is essential to remember that the MV-82 form is not used to renew vehicle registration; it’s used solely to register a new vehicle or make changes to the title of an active registration.

How to Fill Out DMV NY Form MV 82

Here is a detailed guide on filling out the New York DMV form MV-82 using the PDFliner website:

1. Identify the type of plates you are applying for—either Passenger or Commercial. Check the appropriate box under "Select one." If the vehicle is a pick-up truck used solely for non-commercial purposes without advertising, you qualify for passenger plates.
2. Choose the type of power (fuel) for the vehicle. Options include Gas, Diesel, Electric, Flex, CNG, Propane, None, or Other (specify if choosing Other).
3. Enter the vehicle's Year, Make, Color, Unladen Weight, and, if applicable, the Maximum Gross Weight for trailers and commercial vehicles.
4. Specify the vehicle's type by checking the corresponding box such as Sedan, Convertible, SUV, etc., under "Vehicle Description."
5. Provide the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and the current Odometer Reading in miles.
6. Fill in the primary registrant’s full name (Last, First, Middle or Business Name), and the NYS driver license ID number.
7. Indicate any name changes for the primary registrant by checking 'Yes' or 'No' and provide the former name if applicable.
8. Input the primary registrant’s Date of Birth (Month, Day, Year) and check the appropriate box for Sex (M, F, X).
9. Enter contact details including the primary registrant’s Telephone or Mobile Phone Number, and Email Address.
10. Specify the mailing address where the primary registrant receives mail, and if different, the residential address. Ensure to include apartment number, city or town, state, and zip code.
11. If registering a vehicle for a company, check the appropriate box under "Non-Personal Vehicle Use" and describe the use if selecting 'Other.'
12. If the vehicle has been modified from its original manufacturer specifications without extending the chassis or lengthening the wheel base, describe the modifications under "Vehicle Modifications."
13. Confirm insurance requirements by indicating whether the vehicle is For Hire or Not For Hire and provide any associated DOT Permit numbers if necessary.
14. Complete the section on "Damage Disclosure" if the vehicle has been significantly damaged, checking 'Yes' or 'No' and detailing the extent of damage if applicable.
15. Finally, certify that all provided information is correct and that the vehicle meets all legal requirements by signing at the bottom of the form.