West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles · West Virginia state form
MB-12/13 Owner and Purchasing Affidavit
Use the MB-12/13 Owner and Purchasing Affidavit to provide vehicle or vessel ownership and purchase details when no prior title or registration is available.
- What this form is
- The MB-12/13 Owner and Purchasing Affidavit collects owner and purchaser details, vehicle or vessel information, purchase price, and how, when, and from whom the property was acquired. The owner or seller certifies that there is no outstanding title or registration and no lien or encumbrance. The form states that it must include a serial number certification completed by a law enforcement officer and a notarized owner or seller signature.
- Who needs it
- Owners or sellers completing an affidavit about a vehicle, boat, trailer, or ATV with no outstanding title or registration may need this form.
- Why it needs a notary
- The owner or seller signature must be notarized. You can complete the notarization online with a commissioned online notary.
- How to submit it
- Complete all sections, sign before a notary, attach the required serial number certification completed by a law enforcement officer, and send it to the DMV address printed on the form.
Questions
What is the MB-12/13 Owner and Purchasing Affidavit for?
It records owner and purchaser information, vehicle or vessel details, purchase price, and how, when, and from whom the property was acquired.
Does the MB-12/13 require notarization?
Yes. The owner or seller must sign the affidavit before a notary. Online notarization is available with a commissioned online notary.
What must accompany the affidavit?
The form states that it must be accompanied by a serial number certification completed by a law enforcement officer. It also says the affidavit will not be accepted if a title or registration exists.