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Kansas City, Missouri

Documents Needed to Sell a Utility Trailer in Kansas City

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private utility trailer sale in Kansas City, Missouri. File at the MO DOR License Office – Kansas City — title transfer fee: $11.00, sales tax: 8.60%.

Seller Must Provide

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

Buyer Must Bring to DMV

  • 1Signed Utility Trailer title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale (notarized)
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $11.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 8.60% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Missouri insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ⚠ Required in Missouri

Missouri requires notarization of the title assignment for all private party vehicle transfers.

Where to File in Kansas City

Office

MO DOR License Office – Kansas City

Address

615 E 13th St, Kansas City, MO 64106

Phone

(573) 526-3669

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Utility Trailer Title Transfer in Kansas City

Title Transfer Fee

$11.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.60%

Notarization

Required (~$15)

Missouri state rate 4.225% + Jackson County 1.375% + Kansas City 3.0%

FAQ — Documents for Utility Trailer Sale in Kansas City

What documents do I need to sell a utility trailer in Kansas City?
To sell a utility trailer in Kansas City you need: a signed Utility Trailer title, a completed bill of sale (notarized), and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the MO DOR License Office – Kansas City.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a utility trailer in Kansas City, Missouri?
Yes. The MO DOR License Office – Kansas City requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Missouri-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the utility trailer title transfer fee in Kansas City?
The title transfer fee in Jackson County is $11.00. Sales tax of 8.60% is also due at the time of registration. Missouri state rate 4.225% + Jackson County 1.375% + Kansas City 3.0%
Where do I file a utility trailer title transfer in Kansas City?
File at the MO DOR License Office – Kansas City, 615 E 13th St, Kansas City, MO 64106. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (573) 526-3669.

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