Form VTR-130-SOF – Fill Out and Use This PDF

Bonded Title Application or Tax Collector

Hearing Statement of Fact

Vehicle Information

Application Explanation

Provide an explanation for requesting a bonded title or tax assessor-collector hearing.

Certification – State law makes falsifying information a third degree felony

I, the above listed applicant(s), certify physical inspection of the vehicle identification number (VIN) was made and corresponds to the VIN provided above, and all other information provided on this form is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Bonded Title Application or Tax Collector Hearing Statement of Fact

Part 1: Requirements for Obtaining a Notice of Determination for a Bonded Title

Complete page 1 of this form and submit the following to a TxDMV Regional Service Center:

1.Both pages of this form, Bonded Title Application or Tax Collector Hearing Statement of Fact (VTR-130-SOF).

2.The $15.00 non-refundable processing fee in the form of cash, check, or money order. Do not mail cash.

3.Any evidence of ownership (such as a title, bill of sale, or canceled check) and any other available documentation.

4.The following additional documents, if applicable:

•Rebuilt Vehicle Statement (Form VTR-61) if the vehicle is a salvage vehicle that has been repaired, rebuilt, or reconstructed or if the vehicle is newly assembled.

•ASE inspection on Form VTR-64 or VTR-852 if the vehicle is newly assembled.

5.If the vehicle does not have a Texas record, a vehicle identification number inspection completed by law enforcement on Form VTR-68-A is required.

6.If mailing this application to a TxDMV Regional Service Center, an email or phone number must be provided.

Each person signing this form must provide a copy of current government issued photo identification (ID). An ID that is expired not more than 12 months is considered current. An agent of the applicant must provide 1) a letter of signature authority on letterhead, printed business card, or an employee identification (all may be copies) and 2) a copy of their current government issued photo ID.

You may be required to leave this application and any additional documentation for processing.

Determining the Value of a Vehicle

Vehicle value is determined by the department using the Standard Presumptive Value (SPV) calculator found on the department’s website at www.TxDMV.gov. If the SPV calculator does not return a value, the department will use a value from a national reference guide. If the department is unable to determine a value, you must obtain an appraisal from a licensed dealer or licensed insurance adjuster on a Motor Vehicle Appraisal for Tax Collector Hearing / Bonded Title (Form VTR-125). The appraisal must be legible, include the appraiser’s business name, address, and license number; and must have the appraiser’s original signature. Contact your local TxDMV Regional Service Center or visit our website at www.TxDMV.gov for additional information.

Part 2: Filing an Application for Texas Title and/or Registration

After this form is processed by a TxDMV Regional Service Center, the following must be submitted to your county tax assessor- collector’s office for the bonded title to be processed or for the tax assessor-collector hearing to be held:

1.Application for Texas Title and/or Registration (Form 130-U).

2.Both pages of this form, Bonded Title Application or Tax Collector Hearing Statement of Fact (VTR-130-SOF).

3.Notice of Determination for a Bonded Title or Tax Assessor-Collector Hearing (Form VTR-130-ND) issued by the TxDMV Regional Service Center with all enclosures attached (all documentation submitted to the TxDMV Regional Service Center in Part 1).

4.If proceeding with a bonded title, the original bond (VTR-130-SB) purchased from the surety company (and the accompanying power of attorney, if applicable).

5.Any evidence of ownership (such as a title, bill of sale, or canceled check) and any other available documentation.

6.If applying for registration:

•Vehicle Inspection Report issued by a Texas vehicle safety inspection station or

•Vehicle Identification Number Certification (Form VTR-270) if a certification option on the form applies.

7.Proof of financial responsibility (liability insurance) in the applicant’s name if applying for registration.

8.Acceptable government issued photo ID (such as a driver license, ID card, or U.S. or foreign passport).

9.A certified weight certificate for any out of state commercial vehicle or any vehicle whose weight cannot be determined.

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