Missouri Vehicle Paperwork Checklists
Missouri vehicle titles and registrations are handled by the Department of Revenue Motor Vehicle Bureau. County license offices process in-person transactions.
Official Motor Vehicle Agency
Missouri Department of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Bureau
Vehicle paperwork tasks in Missouri
Select a task to see the full checklist with required documents, forms, fees, and official links.
Sell a Car Privately
Documents and steps the seller needs to complete a private-party vehicle sale.
Buy a Used Car from a Private Seller
Documents and steps the buyer needs when purchasing a used vehicle privately.
Transfer a Vehicle Title
Complete checklist for transferring a vehicle title between parties.
Replace a Lost Vehicle Title
How to apply for a duplicate title when the original is lost, stolen, or damaged.
Register an Out-of-State Vehicle
Steps to register a vehicle that was titled or registered in another state.
Missouri tools & calculators
Free, browser-only utilities for Missouri vehicle paperwork. No data leaves your device.
Title transfer cost calculator
Estimate the title fee, registration, and sales tax for a Missouri title transfer.
Registration cost calculator
See typical Missouri initial registration cost by vehicle type and weight.
Car sales tax calculator
Estimate the Missouri sales/use tax on a vehicle purchase, including trade-in credit.
Total cost-to-buy calculator
Add up the out-the-door cost of buying a car in Missouri — price, tax, title, and fees.
Common vehicle documents in Missouri
- ✓Current vehicle title
- ✓Government-issued photo ID
- ✓Proof of insurance
- ✓Bill of sale (recommended)
- ✓Odometer disclosure statement
- ✓Lien release (if applicable)
- ✓Payment for fees
Exact requirements depend on the transaction type. Use the task pages above for specific checklists.
Official sources
Last reviewed: 2026-01-01