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Rochester, New York

Documents Needed to Sell a Scooter in Rochester

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private scooter sale in Rochester, New York. File at the Monroe County DMV – Rochester — title transfer fee: $50.00, sales tax: 8.00%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Scooter title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
  • 2Completed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender

Buyer Must Bring to DMV

  • 1Signed Scooter title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $50.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.00% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of New York insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ✓ Not Required in New York

New York does not require notarization.

Where to File in Rochester

Office

Monroe County DMV – Rochester

Address

200 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604

Phone

(585) 753-1700

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM

Fees for Scooter Title Transfer in Rochester

Title Transfer Fee

$50.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.00%

Notarization

Not Required

New York State 4% + Monroe County 4%

FAQ — Documents for Scooter Sale in Rochester

What documents do I need to sell a scooter in Rochester?
To sell a scooter in Rochester you need: a signed Scooter title, a completed bill of sale, and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Monroe County DMV – Rochester.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a scooter in Rochester, New York?
Yes. The Monroe County DMV – Rochester requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a New York-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the scooter title transfer fee in Rochester?
The title transfer fee in Monroe County is $50.00. Sales tax of 8.00% is also due at the time of registration. New York State 4% + Monroe County 4%
Where do I file a scooter title transfer in Rochester?
File at the Monroe County DMV – Rochester, 200 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:00 PM. Phone: (585) 753-1700.

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