The RMV will mail your documents within 7-10 business days after receipt of your request.
Request a title history search
If you would like to trace the history of a vehicle, you may request a copy of either the RMV computer record of the previous owner(s) or photocopies of the actual title application and supporting documents.
Contact for Request a title history search
Registry of Motor Vehicles
Online
The Details of Request a title history search
What you need for Request a title history search
To request a title history search or to request photocopies of title transaction documents, you must submit the following to the Registry of Motor Vehicles:
- A completed title history search request or photocopy form
- A completed request for personal information application, unless you are requesting photocopies of your own application for registration and title (RMV-1 form) and supporting documents
- Applicable fee(s)
Fees for Request a title history search
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Title application for copies of RMV-1 and other documents | $10 | each |
| RMV computer record request | $5 | each |
How to request Request a title history search
Mail the application(s) and applicable fees to:
Registry of Motor Vehicles
Attn: Title Division
PO BOX 55885
Boston, MA 02205-5885
Downloads for Request a title history search
Open PDF file, 117.84 KB, for
Title history search request
(PDF 117.84 KB)
Open PDF file, 214.66 KB, for
RMV personal info request
(PDF 214.66 KB)