Motor Vehicle Division Motor Vehicle Fees and Payments 2

Question 1

When transferring a vehicle title, which fee is the buyer typically responsible for paying?

Accepted Answer

Title transfer fee and any applicable use tax

Answer

Smog abatement fee only

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Seller's lien release fee

Answer

Original registration fee paid by the seller

Question 2

What does a 'use tax' collected by the MVD on vehicle purchases replace?

Accepted Answer

Sales tax when the vehicle is purchased from a private party

Answer

Annual registration fee

Answer

Smog certification cost

Answer

Insurance premium

Question 3

Which government document authorizes the MVD to collect vehicle-related fees?

Accepted Answer

State Vehicle Code (motor vehicle statutes)

Answer

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act

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IRS tax code

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Local city ordinances

Question 4

What typically happens to registration fees if a vehicle is sold mid-year?

Accepted Answer

A pro-rated refund may be issued to the seller

Answer

The full year's fee is forfeited

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The buyer must pay double fees

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No fees are adjusted

Question 5

An 'original equipment manufacturer (OEM) sticker price' is used by the MVD for what purpose?

Accepted Answer

Calculating registration fees based on vehicle value

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Determining insurance minimums

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Setting speed limits for that vehicle

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Issuing parking permits

Question 6

A 'non-operation' (PNO) filing with the MVD allows a vehicle owner to do what?

Accepted Answer

Avoid paying registration fees while the vehicle is not driven on public roads

Answer

Drive only in school zones

Answer

Transfer ownership without fees

Answer

Obtain a commercial plate at no cost