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Kansas City Scooter Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a scooter bill of sale in Kansas City, Missouri. Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the MO DOR License Office – Kansas City.

Title Transfer Fee

$11.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.60%

Notarization

Required

Required Fields — Kansas City Scooter Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid scooter bill of sale in Kansas City, Missouri:

  • Full legal name and current address of seller
  • Full legal name and current address of buyer
  • Agreed sale price (in numerals and words)
  • Date of sale
  • Scooter year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Signature of seller (must be notarized)
  • Signature of buyer (must be notarized)

Notarization in Kansas City: Required

Missouri requires both buyer and seller to sign the scooter bill of sale in front of a licensed notary public. Missouri requires notarization of the title assignment for all private party vehicle transfers. Find a notary at a bank, credit union, UPS Store, or via online notarization (Proof, Notarize.com).

Where to File — Kansas City Title Office

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

Additional requirements in Jackson County:

  • Title assignment must be notarized in Missouri
  • Title transfer at a Missouri license office within 30 days
  • Missouri sales tax collected at time of title transfer
  • Vehicle must pass Missouri safety inspection

What to Bring to the MO DMV

  • 1Completed, signed scooter bill of sale (notarized)
  • 2Scooter title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $11.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (8.60% of sale price)

FAQ — Scooter Bill of Sale Requirements in Kansas City

What are the required fields on a scooter bill of sale in Kansas City?
A valid scooter bill of sale in Kansas City, Missouri must include both parties' full legal names and addresses, sale date, agreed sale price, VIN, year, make, model, and signatures of buyer and seller. Notarization is required in Missouri.
What is the title transfer fee for a scooter in Kansas City?
The title transfer fee in Jackson County is $11.00. The scooter sales tax rate is 8.60%. Missouri state rate 4.225% + Jackson County 1.375% + Kansas City 3.0%
Is notarization required for a scooter bill of sale in Kansas City?
Yes. Missouri requires notarization of the title assignment for all private party vehicle transfers.
Where do I file a scooter title transfer in Kansas City?
File the title transfer 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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