Mechanic's/Storage Lien (MSL) Process

Use this application to request a Mechanic or Storage vehicle transcript as provided in VA Code § 46.2-644.01, 462.644.02, and 46.2-644.03.

This transaction requires a DMV password.

Use this transaction to securely upload documents to support the following transactions related to the Mechanics and Storage Lien (MSL) process.

• Upload court documents to support lien relinquishments and MSL transcript requests for vehicles with a NADA value over $12,500.
• Upload independent appraisals if you wish to contest the NADA value of a vehicle.

This transaction requires a DMV password.

Use this transaction after completing the MSL transcript request, ready to enforce your MSL lien and have completed all other upload requirements(if applicable). DMV will collect a fee for the use of this transaction and associated mailing requirements.

This transaction requires a DMV password.

For Mechanic's/Storage Lienholders, once you complete the record request of the Mechanic's/Storage Lien process, use this transaction to post your Notice of Sale of the vehicle. You must post your Notice of Sale at least 21 days before the date of the sale. You will need the VIN and Transcript Number.

This transaction requires a DMV password.

Use this transaction to relinquish your MSL lien and transfer possession of the vehicle to an unaffiliated tow truck driver, towing and recovery operator, or keeper of a garage, whose business is located within the same locality as the MSL applicant. The lien relinquishment must be reported to DMV within five business days of the transfer of possession of the vehicle.

This transaction requires a DMV password.

Use this transaction to notify DMV that the vehicle owner has reclaimed their vehicle pursuant to Virginia Code § 46.2-644.03.

This transaction requires a DMV password.

Use this transaction to request Virginia DMV search its records for Virginia owner(s) and lienholder(s) for a vehicle, trailer, or manufactured home that are registered or titled in Virginia (not located in Virginia). DMV will send identified Virginia owner(s) and lienholder(s) certified mail notification with your contact information. You will need the vehicle’s identification number (VIN) and the cost is $25. This transaction can only be used for a Non-Virginia MSL applicant.

Use this transaction to view a current active or pending MSL record status. The listing will refresh once a day and will not include an inactive MSL record status.