A dealer cannot use this form to sell a vehicle.
Bills of sale: this certification must be accompanied by bills of sale showing continuity of ownership from all previous owners.
Supporting documents: this form must be accompanied by supporting documents which will not be accepted if there are any changes or alterations on them.
Purchaser: before you purchase the vehicle, find out whether there are any liens on it. One way to do this is to contact your County Clerk's office.
Entries: print in ink or type all entries.
False statements: false statements are punishable under section 210.45 of the NYS Penal Law.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Form MV-51 |
| Form Length | 1 page |
| Fillable? | Yes |
| Fillable fields | 41 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 7 min |
| Edition | Rev 12/25 |
| Who uses it | The seller (a person other than a dealer) and the purchaser, who both certify and sign |
| Matches the agency's file | Yes, checked October 2, 2026 |
| Other names | MV-51, MV51, Form MV-51, NYS MV-51, DMV MV-51, Certification of Sale or Transfer for Non-Titled Vehicles |
| Official source | Form MV-51 (Rev 12/25), New York State Department of Motor Vehicles |
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