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HIN · BEYN4070J405

2004 CEST LA VIE

ACTIVEREGISTERED · SCHULL VERIFIED
ModelCEST LA VIE
Model year2004
Length31.8 ft
HullFrp (fiberglass)
PropulsionUnspecified
Registration stateSC
Doc number1187057
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · SC
Registration status: active · Doc #1187057
§ 02

Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · BEYN4070J405
HIN STRUCTURE
BEY
MIC
N4070
SERIAL
J4
PROD
05
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
BEY
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
N4070
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
October
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
4
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
2005
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 2004 CEST LA VIE. 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

SOUTH CAROLINA
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN SOUTH CAROLINA
What documents do I need to register a boat in South Carolina?
To register a boat in South Carolina, you'll need the original bill of sale, a completed Application for Title and Registration (Form 4137), proof of South Carolina residency, and a valid photo ID. If the boat has a lien or existing title, you must also provide the current certificate of title. The Department of Natural Resources recommends verifying any title or lien records with the previous owner to ensure a clean transfer.
Do I need a boating safety certificate to operate a boat in South Carolina?
South Carolina requires anyone born on or after January 1, 1988 to complete a boating safety course and obtain a Boating Safety Education Certificate before operating a motorboat. The certificate is valid for life and can be earned through approved online or in-person courses offered throughout the state. Those born before 1988 are exempt from this requirement but may choose to take the course voluntarily.
How long does boat registration take in South Carolina?
Once you submit all required documents and fees to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, boat registration typically takes 7-10 business days for processing. You can apply in person at your local DNR office or by mail, and the registration must be renewed annually. During peak boating season (spring and summer), processing times may be longer, so it's best to apply early.

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