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HIN · CDRV8286K203

2002 KNOT RESPONSIBLE

ACTIVEREGISTERED · KYHULL VERIFIED
ModelKNOT RESPONSIBLE
Model year2002
Length40.3 ft
HullFrp (fiberglass)
PropulsionUnspecified
Registration stateKY
Doc number1150436
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · KY
Registration status: active · Doc #1150436
§ 02

Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · CDRV8286K203
HIN STRUCTURE
CDR
MIC
V8286
SERIAL
K2
PROD
03
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
CDR
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
V8286
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
November
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
2
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
2003
MANUFACTURER · MIC CDR
GENMAR YACHT GROUP LLC
PULASKI, WI
SOURCE

MIC CDR registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

§ 03

Buying a used vessel

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 2002 KNOT RESPONSIBLE. 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

KENTUCKY
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN KENTUCKY
What documents do I need to register a boat in Kentucky?
To register a boat in Kentucky, you'll need a completed Application for Boat Registration (Form REG 4), proof of ownership or a bill of sale, and a valid Kentucky driver's license or ID. If the boat has a lien, you must provide documentation from the lienholder, and you should verify title and lien records with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources to ensure clear ownership before submitting your application.
How long does a Kentucky boat registration last?
Kentucky boat registrations are valid for one year from the date of issuance. You'll need to renew your registration annually, and the renewal notice will be mailed to you before your current registration expires.
Do I need a title for my boat in Kentucky?
Yes, Kentucky requires a title for all motorized boats and most vessels. You can obtain a title through the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources by submitting proof of ownership, such as a bill of sale or manufacturer's certificate of origin. The title protects your ownership rights and is essential for any future sale or transfer of the boat.

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