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St. Louis, Missouri Scooter Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a scooter in St. Louis, Missouri. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

St. Louis, MissouriScooterPopulation rank #75

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Scooter VIN and vehicle details
  • Sale price and date
  • Signatures from both parties

Next step

Create a compliant bill of sale and download the signed PDF immediately.

Local Requirements — St. Louis City (Independent)

DMV / Title Office

MO DOR License Office – St. Louis

Address

1200 Market St, St. Louis, MO 63103

Phone

(573) 526-3669

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$11.00

Sales Tax Rate

9.679%

Base Registration Fee

$51.25

Missouri state rate 4.225% + St. Louis City 5.454%

Notarization: REQUIRED

Missouri requires notarization of the title assignment.

St. Louis Transfer Checklist

  • Title assignment must be notarized
  • Title transfer at a license office within 30 days
  • Sales tax at title transfer
  • Vehicle safety inspection required

County Information — St. Louis City (Independent)

County Clerk / Recorder

St. Louis City Recorder of Deeds

Phone

(314) 622-4610

Website

https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/recorder

Scooter market data and safety information

The most common scooter makes in private-party sales are Vespa, Honda, Yamaha, Kymco, Genuine Scooters. Average private-party scooter prices range from $1,000–$6,000. Scooters average 1.3 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Fuel System, Electrical, Brakes.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used scooter

Before completing a scooter bill of sale in Missouri, verify these safety items:

  • Check CVT belt and variator condition — the most common scooter maintenance item
  • Inspect front fork seals for leaks
  • Test disc brakes and ensure adequate pad thickness
  • Verify that engine size matches registration class

Scooter insurance and depreciation in Missouri

Scooter insurance averages $100–$350/year. Required in most states when registered as a motorcycle. Similar to mopeds — 40–55% depreciation in 3 years. Japanese and Italian brands hold value best. Peak season for private scooter sales is spring when urban commuters look for fuel-efficient transport, with an average of 22 days on market.

Scooter registration and titling

Scooters are classified as "Scooter or Motorcycle (varies by state based on engine size)" for registration purposes. Scooters over 50cc are classified as motorcycles in most states and require a motorcycle license. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to scooters.

Scooter sales in St. Louis, Missouri

St. Louis residents completing a scooter bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Missouri state rules. The state sales tax rate is 4.225%, 4.225% state plus local taxes (total 5–10%). The most popular scooter makes in Missouri include Vespa, Honda, Yamaha.

Missouri bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,492 bill of sale documents for Missouri transactions, with 40 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.

Why Documentation Helps Protect Asking Price

45% faster sale

Vehicles whose listings include a history report spend ~45% less time on site before selling, and report-viewers are 5x more likely to become a lead.

Source: Experian / AutoCheck

$4,000 avg loss

NHTSA estimates 450,000+ vehicles per year are sold with rolled-back odometers — the average victim loses about $4,000 in downstream repair costs.

Source: NHTSA

17.5M private sales/yr

About 17.5 million private-party vehicle transactions happen in the U.S. each year — roughly 47% of the used market.

Source: Cox Automotive 2024

1 in 3 buyers

Roughly 1 in 3 used-car buyers say they suspect private sellers are hiding mechanical problems — documentation closes that trust gap.

Source: JW Surety Bonds (n=3,000)

Frequently asked questions

What county is St. Louis in, and which office handles title transfers?

St. Louis is in St. Louis City (Independent). Title transfers are handled by the MO DOR License Office – St. Louis at 1200 Market St, St. Louis, MO 63103. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (573) 526-3669.

What is the sales tax rate on a scooter sale in St. Louis?

The combined rate is 9.679%. Missouri state rate 4.225% + St. Louis City 5.454%.

Is notarization required for a scooter bill of sale in St. Louis?

Yes. Missouri requires notarization of the title assignment.

What fees should I expect when transferring a scooter title in St. Louis?

Title transfer fee: $11.00. Base registration fee: $51.25. Sales tax at 9.679% is collected at the time of title transfer.

Trusted by private vehicle sellers nationwide

45% faster sale

Vehicles whose listings include a history report spend ~45% less time on site before selling, and report-viewers are 5x more likely to become a lead.

Source: Experian / AutoCheck

$4,000 avg loss

NHTSA estimates 450,000+ vehicles per year are sold with rolled-back odometers — the average victim loses about $4,000 in downstream repair costs.

Source: NHTSA

17.5M private sales/yr

About 17.5 million private-party vehicle transactions happen in the U.S. each year — roughly 47% of the used market.

Source: Cox Automotive 2024

1 in 3 buyers

Roughly 1 in 3 used-car buyers say they suspect private sellers are hiding mechanical problems — documentation closes that trust gap.

Source: JW Surety Bonds (n=3,000)

$60–$85 mobile notary

Mobile notary visit minimums run $60–$85 — higher on weekends, plus per-mile travel fees. State-formatted documents skip the trip.

Source: Thumbtack / NNA