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HIN · BEYKJ163K718

2017 VENTURA

ACTIVEREGISTERED · OHHULL VERIFIED
ModelVENTURA
Model year2017
Length37.8 ft
HullFrp (fiberglass)
PropulsionUnspecified
Registration stateOH
Doc number1287038
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · OH
Registration status: active · Doc #1287038
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Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · BEYKJ163K718
HIN STRUCTURE
BEY
MIC
KJ163
SERIAL
K7
PROD
18
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
BEY
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
KJ163
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
November
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
7
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
2018
MANUFACTURER · MIC BEY
BGM AMERICA INC
MARION, SC
SOURCE

MIC BEY registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

§ 03

Buying a used vessel

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 2017 VENTURA. The hull is frp (fiberglass) with unspecified propulsion.

The free registration data above confirms what is on file with the state or USCG. The full history report unlocks the title chain, lien records, accident history, and open recall status for this specific HIN — the records that a visual inspection cannot surface.

WHAT TO CHECK BEFORE BUYING
  • +Physically verify the HIN on the transom matches the title and registration exactly before signing anything.
  • +Check that the secondary (hidden) HIN, usually found under a hatch or seat cushion, matches the primary.
  • +A clean title does not guarantee a clean history — boats can be salvaged and resold with clean titles in many states.
  • +Run the HIN before any deposit to check for outstanding liens, especially on documented vessels.
§ 04

Records on file

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0
Title records
none on file
0
Active liens
none found
0
Incidents
none reported
§ 05

Title chain

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§ 06

Common questions

OHIO
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN OHIO
What documents do I need to register a boat in Ohio?
To register a boat in Ohio, you'll need a completed Application for Watercraft Registration (Form BMV 3774), proof of ownership such as a bill of sale or manufacturer's certificate, and a valid Ohio driver's license or ID. If the boat has an outstanding lien, you'll also need written consent from the lienholder. The Ohio Division of Watercraft will process your registration once all documents are submitted.
Do I need a title for my boat in Ohio?
Ohio requires a certificate of title for most boats, particularly those over 14 feet in length or with an inboard motor. You can obtain a title through the Ohio Division of Watercraft by submitting the proper application and documentation. Before purchasing a used boat, it's recommended to verify the title and any lien records to ensure clear ownership and avoid complications.
What are Ohio's boating safety requirements for operators?
Ohio requires anyone born on or after January 1, 1982, to complete a boating safety course and carry a boating safety certificate while operating a motorboat. The state recognizes courses approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA). All boats must be equipped with proper safety equipment including life jackets, a fire extinguisher, and navigation lights if operated after sunset.

DATA SOURCED FROM USCG NATIONAL VESSEL DOCUMENTATION CENTER AND STATE REGISTRATION DATABASES