What information do I need to file with a Motor Vehicle abatement?

Provide the information described below that is pertinent to your abatement application:

  • Vehicle sold or traded: Bill of sale(or name and address of purchaser) and proof of cancellation(plate return receipt or lost plate affidavit)or newn registration if plates are transferred to another vehicle
  • Moved from Massachusetts: copy of MA plate return receipt and a copy of the new state registration
  • Vehicle stolen or totaled: police report or insurance company settlement letter and proof of cancellation or transfer of registration
  • Moved to another City/Town: copy of insurance coverage selections page showing the place of garaging as of January 1st of the taxing year or as of the date of registration of the vehicle