How to Transfer a Moped Title in Texas

Seller's guide: which sections to complete, what to keep, and how to release liability after a private moped sale in Texas.

✓ No Notary Required in Texas

Step-by-Step: Transferring the Moped Title as the Seller

Complete the seller's sections on the Texas title

Back of the Texas Certificate of Title: (1) Seller's printed name. (2) Seller's signature. (3) Date of sale. (4) Sale price. (5) Odometer reading. The seller does NOT complete the buyer information section — the buyer does that when they apply for their title.

Provide odometer disclosure

Federal law requires odometer disclosure for vehicles under 10 years old and under 16,000 lbs GVWR. Record the current mileage in the odometer section of the title assignment. Texas does not require notarization for a private title transfer.

Hand the title to the buyer and keep your copy

Keep a copy of the completed title and your bill of sale. Texas does not have a detachable stub — make a photocopy before handing the title to the buyer.

Notify the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) of the sale

Notify the TxDMV within 30 days. Complete Form VTR-346 (Notice of Sale) at TxDMV.gov. The buyer has 30 days to transfer the title.

Cancel insurance and plates

After the title is signed and handed over, contact your insurer to cancel or transfer your moped insurance. File the VTR-346 immediately after the sale. Texas holds the previous owner responsible for all tickets and violations until the title is transferred in the buyer's name.

Most Common Title Transfer Errors (and How to Avoid Them)

✗ Error: Using white-out or correction fluid

✓ Fix: Apply for a duplicate title before the sale. DMVs reject corrected titles in all 50 states.

✗ Error: Leaving the odometer field blank

✓ Fix: Federal law requires odometer disclosure for vehicles under 10 years old and under 16,000 lbs. Always fill it in.

✗ Error: Signing in the wrong section

✓ Fix: The seller signs the "Assignment" section — not the buyer section. Read the title carefully before signing.

✗ Error: Forgetting to notify the DMV after the sale

✓ Fix: File the release of liability/notice of transfer within the state deadline. Until you do, you remain liable.

✗ Error: Handing over the title without a bill of sale

✓ Fix: Always create a bill of sale alongside the title transfer. It's your dated, signed proof of sale price and condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the seller or buyer fill out the Texas title?

Both parties complete different sections. As the seller, you complete the assignment section: your signature, printed name, date, sale price, and odometer reading. The buyer completes the buyer information section (name, address) when they apply for their new title at the DMV.

Does Texas require a notary to transfer a moped title?

No — Texas does not require notarization for a private moped title transfer. The seller simply signs and prints their name in the assignment section.

What does a seller need to include in the Texas title assignment?

Most states require: (1) Seller's signature. (2) Seller's printed name. (3) Date of sale. (4) Sale price (or "gift" if applicable). (5) Odometer reading. Texas may have additional requirements. Back of the Texas Certificate of Title: (1) Seller's printed name. (2) Seller's signature. (3) Date of sale. (4) Sale price. (5) Odometer reading. The seller does NOT complete the buyer information section — the buyer does that when they apply for their title. Do NOT fill in a buyer name — the buyer handles that portion when applying for their new title.

How does a seller release liability after transferring a moped title in Texas?

File the VTR-346 immediately after the sale. Texas holds the previous owner responsible for all tickets and violations until the title is transferred in the buyer's name.

How long does the buyer have to transfer the title in Texas?

Notify the TxDMV within 30 days. Complete Form VTR-346 (Notice of Sale) at TxDMV.gov. The buyer has 30 days to transfer the title.

What happens if a seller makes an error on the Texas title?

Do not use white-out or correction fluid on any section of a vehicle title — this voids the document and the DMV will reject it. If you make an error, apply for a duplicate title before the sale. A duplicate title typically costs $10–$75 and takes 1–3 weeks in most states. Never try to correct an error with any type of fluid or marker.

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