How to Fill Out Form TC 96-215

Form TC 96-215 at a glance

What it is: Form TC 96-215 is the Affidavit of Motor Vehicle Assembled from Wrecked or Salvaged Motor Vehicles, KRS 186A.520 & KRS 186A.530.

Who signs: Sign as Affiant Signature.

What to bring and attach to Form TC 96-215

Submit a properly assigned salvage title for proof of ownership.

Submit original receipts for all parts purchased.

A filled-in Form TC 96-215 example: a rebuilt car with parts from two sellers

Form TC 96-215 example filled out, example: a rebuilt car with parts from two sellers
Dana Sample rebuilds a salvage car and fills out Form TC 96-215. She bought parts from two sellers. Motor # stays empty because the car is not a motorcycle. The picture shows the filled form, and all its values are invented. Additional comments/explanations is left blank because nothing needs explaining. Dana is the sole owner and the car is clear of all liens. A notary public completes the notary lines on the day she signs.

How to fill out Form TC 96-215, box by box

Commonwealth of Kentucky, County of

Form TC 96-215 example filled out, commonwealth of Kentucky, County of

Fill in the County in Commonwealth of Kentucky, County of.

Section 1: Affiant Information

Form TC 96-215 example filled out, section 1: Affiant Information

Under Section 1: Affiant Information, enter the Dealer or Individual Name, Email, Mailing Address, City, State and Zip Code.

Dealers applying for a rebuilt title will receive a printed title that is already dealer assigned to the dealership. No further action is required before submitting an application for resale.

Section 2: Parts Information

Form TC 96-215 example filled out, section 2: Parts Information

Under Section 2: Parts Information, enter the Printed Name of Seller and the Part(s) Purchased.

For the Printed Name of Seller and Part(s) Purchased, if salvaged parts were used, attach list of salvaged part(s). Include a description of each salvaged part and the VIN # of the vehicle from which the part was taken.

Additional comments/explanations

Form TC 96-215 example filled out, additional comments/explanations

Enter Additional comments/explanations.

Section 3: Vehicle Description

Form TC 96-215 example filled out, section 3: Vehicle Description

Under Section 3: Vehicle Description, enter the Vehicle Identification # (VIN), Make, Model #, Body Style and Model Year.

If motorcycle, provide motor #

Form TC 96-215 example filled out, if motorcycle, provide motor #

If motorcycle, provide motor #.

For a rebuilt motorcycle, provide pencil tracings or photos of both the engine and frame identification numbers (VIN #s).

If a replacement engine was used, an effort should be made to obtain the frame number of the motorcycle from which the engine was taken.

Section 4: Affiant Statement & Notarization

Form TC 96-215 example filled out, section 4: Affiant Statement & Notarization

Under Section 4: Affiant Statement & Notarization, you affirm that the motor vehicle named in Section 3 above has been reconstructed from parts taken from other motor vehicles which have been obtained from the seller(s) named in Section 2 above and that you are the sole owner of the vehicle that has been produced, which is clear of all liens. Enter the Affiant Signature, your Title and the Date.

Notarization

Form TC 96-215 example filled out, notarization

The notary enters Sworn or affirmed before me on this date, My commission expires, My commission # is, and the Notary Signature and Title.

More rules for Form TC 96-215

An inspection must be made by a KY certified inspector in accordance with the provision of KRS 186A.115.

Applications shall be processed within 5 business days pursuant to KRS 186A.170.

Approvals will be mailed back once processed.

To check the status of your submitted application, visit drive.ky.gov/vehicles.  Applications are valid for 60 days from date of approval.  For additional information, contact the Rebuilt Section at (502) 564-1257 or email kytc.MVLrebuilts@ky.gov.

If your situation is different

Parts were purchased from individuals and not businesses

If parts were purchased from individuals and not businesses, the applicant shall submit a written statement from the seller giving the seller's name, address, and telephone number, the part or parts sold, and the VIN number of the vehicle from which the parts were taken.

If the VIN number is unknown, the seller shall submit a statement explaining the reason it cannot be provided.

The vehicle is not 75 percent or more damaged

If a vehicle is not 75 percent or more damaged, provide a statement from the insurance company on company letterhead describing the extent of damage to the vehicle.

The vehicle was purchased at auction

If the vehicle was purchased at auction, provide the original salvage pool receipt in place of an insurance statement.

Common questions about Form TC 96-215

What paperwork is required for a rebuilt title in Kentucky?

Submit the completed forms:  TC 96-215 form, Affidavit of Motor Vehicle Assembled from Wrecked or Salvaged Motor Vehicles  TC 96-353 form, Labor Statement for Rebuilt or Total-Loss Vehicle  TC 96-182, Application for Kentucky Certificate of Title or Registration, completed, signed, and notarized for the buyer and seller if any of the following apply: o Application is for an out of state vehicle o Vehicle that is “junked” in the Kentucky system o Affidavit of total consideration is being used

Where do I file it?

All applications must be submitted by doing one of the following: Submit to County Clerk. Mail to: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Attn: Rebuilt Section, PO Box 2014, Frankfort, KY 40622-2014. Place in drop box at entrance of Transportation Cabinet Office, 200 Mero Street, Frankfort, KY 40601. Drop-off hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Is there a penalty?

PENALTIES KRS 186A.990: Any person who knowingly gives false, fraudulent, or erroneous information in connection with an application for the registration, and when required, titling of a vehicle, or any application for assignment of a vehicle identification number, or replacement documents, or gives information in connection with his review of applications, or falsely certifies the truthfulness and accuracy of information supplied in connection with the registration and when required, titling of a vehicle, shall be guilty of forgery in the second degree.

Sources

[1] Form TC 96-215 (Rev. 11/2025), Affidavit of Motor Vehicle Assembled from Wrecked or Salvaged Motor Vehicles, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (the Official source link on this page).

TC 96-215 PDF Details

Rebuilt applications will be processed in the order they are received. Applications shall be processed within 5 business days pursuant to KRS 186A.170.

Salvaged parts: include a description of each salvaged part and the VIN # of the vehicle from which the part was taken.

Inspection: an inspection must be made by a KY certified inspector in accordance with the provision of KRS 186A.115.

Original receipts: submit original receipts for all parts purchased.

Rebuilt motorcycle: provide pencil tracings or photos of both the engine and frame identification numbers (VIN #s).

Valid: applications are valid for 60 days from date of approval.

QuestionAnswer
Form NameTC 96-215
Form Length2 pages
Fillable?Yes
Fillable fields25
Avg. time to fill out5 min
EditionRev. 11/2025
Issuing agencyKentucky Transportation Cabinet
Other namesTC 96-215, TC96-215, TC 96 215, Affidavit of Motor Vehicle Assembled from Wrecked or Salvaged Motor Vehicles
Official sourceTC 96-215 (Rev 11/2025), Kentucky Transportation Cabinet