West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles · West Virginia state form
DMV-129-TR Lienholder’s Affidavit for Repossession
Use DMV-129-TR to document a lienholder’s repossession and support a title application for a repossessed vehicle, trailer, or boat.
- What this form is
- The lienholder completes this affidavit to support a Certificate of Title for a repossessed vehicle, trailer, or boat. The form records the property description, lien details, sale information, and the lienholder’s certification about the repossession. The instructions explain which title application and supporting documents to submit for different transactions, including cases when the lienholder does not have the existing title.
- Who needs it
- Lienholders completing a title application for repossessed vehicles, trailers, or boats, and purchasers in specified lien-sale transactions, use this affidavit.
- Why it needs a notary
- The affidavit includes a notary certification, and the instructions require notarization. You can complete this online with a commissioned online notary.
- How to submit it
- Submit the completed affidavit with the title application and supporting documents specified in the instructions. Include the most recent title when required, follow all instructions, and enclose applicable fees.
Questions
What is DMV-129-TR used for?
A lienholder uses this affidavit to support a Certificate of Title for a repossessed vehicle, trailer, or boat. Depending on the transaction, the title may be issued in the lienholder’s or purchaser’s name.
Does DMV-129-TR need to be notarized?
Yes. The form includes a notary certification, and its instructions say the affidavit must be signed by the lienholder and certified by a Notary Public. Online notarization with a commissioned online notary is available.
What documents accompany the affidavit?
The instructions list an Application for Certificate of Title and the most recent title for specified transactions. Additional documents may apply, including an odometer certification, loan contract, or letter explaining why the title is unavailable.