VS-110 Form: Notice of Missing or Damaged Vehicle VIN (PDF)

VS-110 Form – The VS-110 form, officially titled “Notice of Missing or Mutilated Vehicle Identification Number”, is a required New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) document. Licensed motor vehicle inspection stations use it exclusively to report a missing or mutilated Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) discovered during a safety or emissions inspection.

Mutilated VINs include damaged, defaced, altered, or destroyed plates that make the 17-character identifier unreadable or unverifiable. The form helps the DMV’s Auto Theft Unit investigate potential vehicle theft, tampering, or fraud. New York law prohibits possessing a vehicle with a missing, altered, or defaced VIN, and reporting via VS-110 supports enforcement efforts.

Who Must Use the VS-110 Form?

Only licensed New York State motor vehicle inspection stations (and their certified inspectors) complete and submit the VS-110. It is not for individual vehicle owners, dealers, or the general public.

During a routine inspection, if the VIN plate is missing or mutilated, the inspector must:

  • Reject the inspection (if applicable).
  • Immediately complete the VS-110.
  • Mail it to the DMV within 24 hours.

This requirement appears in the official New York State Inspection Guide (VS-71).

When Should You File a VS-110 Notice?

File the VS-110 only when a licensed inspector discovers a missing or mutilated VIN on a vehicle presented for New York State safety or diesel emissions inspection. Common scenarios include:

  • VIN plate physically damaged in a crash.
  • VIN plate stolen or removed.
  • VIN markings illegible due to rust, corrosion, or tampering.
  • Attempted VIN alteration detected during inspection.

The form does not replace police reports for stolen vehicles or VIN reassignment processes—those require separate DMV procedures (e.g., MV-82 or police involvement).

Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out and Submit the VS-110 PDF?

The VS-110 is a simple one-page fillable PDF. Here’s exactly what to include (based on the official form layout):

  1. Date – Enter Month, Day, Year of submission.
  2. Registered Owner Information:
    • Last Name
    • First Name and Middle Initial (M.I.)
    • Number and Street
    • City or Town
    • State
    • ZIP Code
  3. Vehicle Details:
    • Year and Make of Vehicle
    • Type of Registration
    • Vehicle Plate Number
    • Expiration Date of Registration (Month/Day/Year)
  4. Submitted By – Facility/Inspector #

Submission Instructions:

  • Mail the completed form within 24 hours to:
    Department of Motor Vehicles
    Division of Field Investigation, Auto Theft Unit
    6 Empire State Plaza, Room 431
    Albany, NY 12228

No online filing or email option exists—physical mailing is required. Keep a copy for your station records.

Download the Official VS-110 Form PDF

Direct download: VS-110: Notice of Missing or Mutilated Vehicle Identification Number (PDF)
This is the current official version (revised 9/15) hosted on the New York DMV website. Always download directly from dmv.ny.gov to ensure you have the latest form.

Why Reporting Missing or Damaged VINs Matters in New York?

New York takes VIN integrity seriously to combat auto theft and fraud. A missing or mutilated VIN can trigger:

  • Vehicle seizure by law enforcement.
  • Title issues or denial of registration.
  • Criminal investigation by the DMV Auto Theft Unit.

Prompt reporting via VS-110 protects consumers, inspection stations, and the public by enabling fast verification and preventing stolen or cloned vehicles from staying on the road.

  • VS-71 New York State Inspection Guide – Full inspection procedures (includes VS-110 reference).
  • MV-78B – Report of Lost, Stolen or Confiscated Motor Vehicle Items (for plates/VIN issues).
  • MV-82 – Vehicle Registration/Title Application (for VIN reassignment or salvage titles).
  • Full list of DMV forms: dmv.ny.gov/forms-and-publications

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About VS-110 Form

Can a vehicle owner fill out VS-110?
No. Only licensed inspection stations and inspectors may submit it.

Is there a fee to file VS-110?
No fee. The form is free.

What if the VIN is damaged but still readable?
If the VIN is legible, do not use VS-110. Only submit when it is missing or mutilated (unreadable).

How long does DMV processing take?
The Auto Theft Unit investigates as needed. Contact them directly only if the station receives follow-up.

Is the form still current in 2026?
Yes. The official DMV website continues to list and link the VS-110 PDF as the required form.

For the most up-to-date information, always visit the official New York DMV website at dmv.ny.gov or contact your local inspection station. Reporting suspicious VIN issues helps keep New York roads safer and protects legitimate vehicle owners. Download your copy of the VS-110 PDF today and stay compliant with state inspection rules.

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