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HIN · FGQ4E011J405

2004 CATHERINE ROSE VIII

ACTIVEREGISTERED · MDHULL VERIFIED
ModelCATHERINE ROSE VIII
Model year2004
Length42 ft
HullFrp (fiberglass)
PropulsionUnspecified
Registration stateMD
Doc number1173411
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · MD
Registration status: active · Doc #1173411
§ 02

Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · FGQ4E011J405
HIN STRUCTURE
FGQ
MIC
4E011
SERIAL
J4
PROD
05
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
FGQ
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
4E011
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 FGQ
FOUNTAIN POWERBOATS
WASHINGTON, NC
fountainpowerboats.com
SOURCE

MIC FGQ 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 CATHERINE ROSE VIII. 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

MARYLAND
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN MARYLAND
What are the basic steps to register a boat in Maryland?
To register a boat in Maryland, you must apply through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) with proof of ownership, a bill of sale, and identification. You'll need to pay the registration fee, which varies based on boat length and type. The registration certificate must be carried on the boat at all times while operating on Maryland waters. Non-resident boats used temporarily in Maryland waters may qualify for a visitor registration if they already hold valid registration in another state.
Do I need a title for my boat in Maryland?
Yes, Maryland requires a title certificate for boats over 14 feet in length or with an outboard motor over 10 horsepower. When purchasing a used boat, you should verify the title and check lien records with the DNR to ensure there are no outstanding claims against the vessel. The title transfer process requires the seller to sign the back of the certificate and submit it to the DNR along with the bill of sale.
What boating safety equipment is required in Maryland?
Maryland requires all boats to carry at least one Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (life jacket) for each person on board, with a minimum of Type III PFDs. Additionally, boats must have a fire extinguisher, navigation lights for night operation, and a sound-producing device like a whistle or horn. Boats over 16 feet are required to have throwable flotation devices and backfire flame arrestors on gasoline engines.

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