Missouri Department of Revenue Motor Vehicle Bureau · Missouri state form
Form 1957 Bill of Sale or Even-Trade Bill of Sale
Use Form 1957 to document a motor vehicle, major component part, vessel, outboard motor, or boat trailer sale or even-trade.
- What this form is
- Form 1957 records seller and purchaser information, vehicle or other property details, sale dates, and sale prices. It includes sections for a bill of sale and an even-trade bill of sale. The seller must complete all applicable information and sign. Notarization is required when the form shows proof of ownership for major component parts of a rebuilt vehicle or when the Department of Revenue specifically requests it.
- Who needs it
- A seller completing a sale or even-trade for a vehicle or other property listed on the form may use this document.
- Why it needs a notary
- Notarization is required for proof of ownership on major component parts of a rebuilt vehicle or when the Department of Revenue specifically requests it; this can be done online with a commissioned online notary.
- How to submit it
- Mail the completed form to Motor Vehicle Bureau, P.O. Box 100, Jefferson City, MO 65105. The form also lists an email address and phone number for the bureau.
Questions
What is Form 1957 used for?
Form 1957 documents a bill of sale or even-trade for a motor vehicle, major component part, vessel, outboard motor, or boat trailer. It records seller and purchaser details and information about the property and transaction.
Does Form 1957 need to be notarized?
Notarization is required when the form is used as proof of ownership for major component parts of a rebuilt vehicle or when the Department of Revenue specifically requests it. Online notarization can be completed with a commissioned online notary.
Where do I mail Form 1957?
The form directs users to mail it to Motor Vehicle Bureau, P.O. Box 100, Jefferson City, MO 65105. It also lists the bureau’s phone number and email address.