Does the vehicle owner need to be present at the inspection?
No, anyone can act as an agent of the owner and bring the vehicle in for inspection.
I purchased a trailer from out-of-state and the VIN number is missing. How do I get a replacement VIN?
The Kansas Highway Patrol MVE trooper or his/her assistant in your area needs to inspect the trailer. If they can find a secondary way to identify the trailer, a replacement number will be assigned.
What do I need to do to title and tag my homemade trailer?
You will need to bring your trailer and appropriate documents to the nearest Kansas Highway Patrol MVE/VIN inspection station for an inspection. Required documents will vary depending on who built it, its size or weight, and its intended use. We recommend you call you nearest Kansas Highway Patrol VIN inspection station for guidance before you
What do I need if I have a Salvage Title?
Salvage inspections are only performed at Kansas Highway Patrol VIN Inspection Stations. The most common items you will need are: The original receipts for all parts purchased and replaced Work order for repairs made Photos of the vehicle showing damage prior to repair Any additional documents associated with the repair of the vehicle If used
If I install the required equipment (brake/tail lights, headlights, turn signals) on my ATV/UTV, can I make it street legal and tag it?
No. If a vehicle was originally manufactured for off-road/Non-highway use, it is not street legal. Only the vehicle manufacturer can change that designation.
Can I bring a copy of my title from home?
Only original titles are accepted from the customer.
I bought a vehicle and the seller has not sent me a title. What can I do?
The title is required for the MVE/VIN inspection process to be completed. You may need to seek legal advice to resolve your issue.
I bought a vehicle and the title was signed over to the person I bought it from and he signed it over to me. Can I get it inspected?
If the person you purchased the vehicle from did not title the vehicle in his/her name, you have a "jumped title". This will need to be corrected before the MVE/VIN process can be completed. You will need to: Return to the person who sold you the vehicle Contact the Kansas Department of Revenue for guidance
There is no VIN on the dash of my car. The spot is in the windshield but there is no VIN. Can you inspect it using the sticker on the door?
No. There are many reasons the number is not visible. Bring the ownership documents and your vehicle to the nearest Kansas Highway Patrol VIN inspection station for assistance.
Does anyone there speak Spanish?
Spanish speaking employees come and go. If needed, we have translation services available to assist the inspector and the customer work through the MVE/VIN inspection process.
