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HIN · BGFSF702E223

2023 Shearwater 250

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BuilderShearwater
Model250
Model year2023
Year built2022
Vessel typeOpen
UsePleasure
Length24 ft
HullFiberglass
PropulsionOutboard
Engine typePropeller
FuelGasoline
Registration stateTX
CountyHarris
Reg number2082KW
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · TX · Harris Co.
Registration status: active · Reg #2082KW
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Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · BGFSF702E223
HIN STRUCTURE
BGF
MIC
SF702
SERIAL
E2
PROD
23
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
BGF
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
SF702
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
May
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
2
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
2023
MANUFACTURER · MIC BGF
AMS MFG LLC
Groveland, FL
SOURCE

MIC BGF registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

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Buying a used Shearwater

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 2023 Shearwater 250. It was registered in Texas, Harris County. The hull is fiberglass with outboard 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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Common questions

SHEARWATER · TEXAS
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN TEXAS
What documents do I need to register a boat in Texas?
To register a boat in Texas, you'll need to submit an Application for Texas Title and/or Registration (Form 130-U), proof of ownership, a bill of sale, and proof of liability insurance. You must also provide valid identification and pay the appropriate registration and title fees based on your vessel's length and type.
How long does a Texas boat title and registration last?
Texas boat registrations are valid for one or two years, depending on the length of your vessel and the registration period you choose. Your title does not expire, but you must renew your registration annually or biennially before it lapses to avoid penalties and ensure legal operation.
What happens when I buy a used boat in Texas—do I need to transfer the title?
Yes, you must transfer the title to your name within 30 days of purchase by submitting the signed title certificate, a bill of sale, and the application form to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Before completing the purchase, it's advisable to verify the current title and any lien records through the TPWD to ensure the seller has clear ownership and no outstanding claims against the vessel.

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