What documents are required for motorcycle deregistration?
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You need to prepare the motorcycle's driving license, driver's license and their copies, motorcycle registration certificate, motorcycle license plate, ID card and its copy, as well as a supporting document. The supporting document should be issued based on the reason for motorcycle deregistration. Additional information: Relevant legal provisions: Article 12 of the 'Measures for the Administration of Scrapped Vehicle Recycling' stipulates: The unit or individual owning a scrapped vehicle shall promptly go through the motor vehicle scrapping procedures with the public security organ and sell the scrapped vehicle to a scrapped vehicle recycling enterprise. No unit or individual may sell, donate, or transfer scrapped vehicles to non-scrapped vehicle recycling enterprises in any other way; nor may they dismantle scrapped vehicles on their own. Article 51 of the 'Tort Law of the People's Republic of China' stipulates: If an assembled motor vehicle or a motor vehicle that has reached the scrapping standard is transferred through sale or other means, and a traffic accident causes damage, the transferor and the transferee shall bear joint and several liability.
When deregistering a motorcycle, remember to bring the original and a copy of your ID card, as well as the motorcycle's license and registration certificate. I filled out a deregistration application form at the DMV because they need to ensure clear ownership of the vehicle to prevent future disputes. If the motorcycle has been scrapped, you'll need to provide a scrapping certificate or have the vehicle inspected on-site to verify the frame number. The process takes about 20 minutes. Doing this helps clear your records and makes it smoother when you get a new vehicle later. Remember to prepare copies in advance to avoid wasting time waiting in line—I learned from experience that having all the documents ready is the most hassle-free. Additionally, if the vehicle has a loan, bringing a loan clearance proof is more secure. In short, these steps protect you from the risk of unauthorized resale.
