REGISTRATION FAQ

A- If it is 1999 or older and has a 17-digit VIN, we don't need a title. A copy of an old registration or Bill of Sale will do. If it is 2000 or newer and is 3,001 lbs or more empty, you will need to get a title for us to register it. Either from the previous owner or a duplicate from the State it was titled in. If it is newer than a 1980 trailer, and has a short VIN, we will need a VIN Inspection Form completed to verify the VIN. If it is 1980 or older, you will need 

A - This allows us to Register and Title your trailer for you in the State of Maine.

A - If you are registering in your personal name and have not paid sales tax, yes. The State of Maine will require you to pay 5.5% in Sales Tax on the purchase price of the trailer. If you have paid sales tax in your state, we just need proof. If you are registering your trailer in a company name and you have a MC # (Motor carrier number) , ICC # or DOT # and using the trailer for interstate commerce, you will be sales tax exempt.

A - If you do not have any title work needed, (If the unit is already titled in your name or if it does not meet Maine's titling requirements we will only need a copy.) In this case you can download our forms and send it to us via fax or email, OR complete our new online registration portal.  

If your trailer weighs over 3,000 lbs and is 25 years old or newer, we MUST have the original MSO, Cert of Origin, or Title if the unit needs to be titled. 

A - Yes, with a VIN Inspection Form. This is a requirement of the State. The VIN Inspection Form MUST completed by an Officer of the Law. Outside the State of Maine and New Hampshire only an officer can do this. Once this form is completed it can be emailed or faxed. If ever titled - no VIN Inspection Form is needed. Trailer must have a State assigned VIN then a VIN inspection can be completed.

Make sure the VIN is attached to your trailer in some way. Then, download and fill out our VIN INSPECTION FORM HERE and have a badged officer sign off on it before sending in your paperwork.

A- Yes. We just need a copy of the old registration, current address, DOB/EIN, how long, and credit card information.

A - No. The plates and registration are only transferable trailer to trailer, not owner to owner. You will need to register in your name.

A - There is no need to. When it is a package deal you will not need to pay any tax. We will just need a Bill of Sale stating that it was a package deal.

A - Not only have we been registering trailers for over 20 years, we are in the trailer business. We sell, lease, service, and sell parts for them. We have experienced staff that will do what it takes to meet your needs. We have made a streamline process that will get you your plate and registration when you need them.

A - We usually look through your paperwork the day we receive it to see if anything is missing, but processing time is typically 3-5 business days. During peak season, processing time can take up to 5-7 business days. We will always let you know if we feel there may be any delays due to high volume. Mostly, it really depends on how you want to get your registration and plates back. We offer USPS Priority and FedEx options to get your registration back to you.

A - It can take the State up to 12 weeks to process a title. If you do not have a lien holder or are not leasing the trailer, you should receive it within that time. If you are leasing or have a lien holder, the State will send the title to them and when you have met your obligations they will then send you the title. Yes you can rush it for an additional $12.00 which will get you the title in 7-10 business days once the state receives it.

A - Yes. We just need a copy of the registration, a current address, DOB or EIN, how long, and credit card information.

A - Unfortunately we do not register campers at this time. Anything with living quarters we cannot register.

A - Maine Trailer registrations run from February to February, not the calendar year. So if you register in November, and select a 5 year plate, you will have that plate for 4 years and 4 months. Maine does not prorate long-term trailer registrations. If you have questions about this, give us a call!

A - If the title says salvaged on it, we cannot process it. However, if it says Salvage and Rebuilt, we may be able to help. Give us a call to confirm before sending everything our way!

No. Our company, known as Maine Trailer, Inc., has locations at 101 Coldbrook Road in Hampden, Maine and at 840 Washington Street N in Auburn, Maine and has been proudly serving our customers for more than 40 years.  The term “Maine Trailer” is a registered trademark of Maine Trailer, Inc.   Our company is in no way connected to or affiliated with the company called MTR Holdings LLC, which is located in Scarborough, Maine and which sometimes does business as MTR Registrations and/or Maine Trailer Registrations.