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Maryland InspectorBest Automotive, Inc.

Tag and title service in Baltimore

Skip the MVA line.

We handle title transfers, tags, and registration right here, most of it while you wait. No standing in line at the MVA.

  • Done while you wait
  • Walk-ins welcome

What we handle

  • Title transfer

    Transfer a Maryland title into your name after buying a used car, right here after your inspection.

  • New registration and plates

    Get registered and drive out with plates on the car, no MVA trip needed.

  • Registration renewal

    Renew your Maryland registration in minutes.

  • 30-day temporary tags

    Just bought a car that still needs inspection? A 30-day temp tag keeps you legal while we get it done.

  • Out-of-state transfer

    Moving to Maryland? We handle the title, registration, and inspection paperwork in one stop.

  • Duplicate title

    Lost the title? We can order a replacement for you.

  • Tag returns

    Returning plates to the MVA? Drop them with us and keep the receipt for your insurance.

  • Disability plates and placards

    We process the paperwork for disability plates and placards (form VR-210 with physician certification).

  • Notary service

    A notary is on staff for bills of sale and title paperwork.

Fees

Service fees
ServiceFee
Title transferTransfer a Maryland title into your name after buying a used car, right here after your inspection.Call
New registration and platesGet registered and drive out with plates on the car, no MVA trip needed.Call
Registration renewalRenew your Maryland registration in minutes.Call
30-day temporary tagsJust bought a car that still needs inspection? A 30-day temp tag keeps you legal while we get it done.Call
Out-of-state transferMoving to Maryland? We handle the title, registration, and inspection paperwork in one stop.Call
Duplicate titleLost the title? We can order a replacement for you.Call
Tag returnsReturning plates to the MVA? Drop them with us and keep the receipt for your insurance.Call
Disability plates and placardsWe process the paperwork for disability plates and placards (form VR-210 with physician certification).Call
Notary serviceA notary is on staff for bills of sale and title paperwork.Call

Our service fee is in addition to the fees the MVA charges. MVA fees are set by the state; you would pay those at the MVA too. What you save with us is the trip and the line.

We provide vehicle processing and administrative services, not legal advice.

What to bring

The documents you need depend on what you are getting done. Here are the two most common visits.

Title transfer after buying from a private seller

  • The title, signed by the seller
  • A bill of sale (notarized if the vehicle is 7 years old or newer)
  • Lien release, if the title shows a lien
  • Your Maryland driver's license
  • Proof of Maryland insurance
  • Maryland inspection certificate (we can do the inspection here)

30-day temporary registration

  • Proof of ownership (title or bill of sale)
  • Your driver's license
  • Insurance policy or binder number (no inspection certificate needed yet)

Bought a used car? We can do the whole thing.

Bought a used car and it still needs its Maryland state inspection? We can put a 30-day temporary tag on it so you can drive it here, run the inspection, and finish the title, all in one shop.

See how the Maryland state inspection works before you drive over.

Frequently asked questions

What documents do I need for a title transfer?
The signed title, a bill of sale (notarized if the car is 7 years old or newer), a lien release if one shows on the title, your Maryland driver's license, and proof of insurance. If the car still needs its inspection, we do that here too.
Are MVA fees included in your fee?
No. The MVA sets its own fees for titles, registration, and plates; you would pay those at the MVA as well. Our service fee covers doing it all for you, here, without the line.
Can I get a temporary tag before the inspection?
Yes. A 30-day temporary registration lets you drive the car legally while the inspection and any repairs get done. You need proof of ownership, your license, and an insurance policy or binder number.
How long does it take?
Most tag and title work is done while you wait.

Ready to skip the MVA?

Walk in, call ahead, or book online. Most tag and title work is done while you wait.

Call 410-233-5203Book