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HIN · MTF36101B505

2005 HAPPY HOUR

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ModelHAPPY HOUR
Model year2005
Length36 ft
HullAluminum
PropulsionJet drive
Registration stateID
Doc number1168802
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · ID
Registration status: active · Doc #1168802
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Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · MTF36101B505
HIN STRUCTURE
MTF
MIC
36101
SERIAL
B5
PROD
05
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
MTF
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
36101
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
February
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
5
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
2005
MANUFACTURER · MIC MTF
BENTZ BOATS
LEWISTON, ID
SOURCE

MIC MTF registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

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Buying a used vessel

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 2005 HAPPY HOUR. The hull is aluminum with jet drive 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

IDAHO
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN IDAHO
What are the requirements to register a boat in Idaho?
All boats propelled by machinery or sail in Idaho must be registered with the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation. You'll need to provide proof of ownership, a completed application form, and pay the registration fee, which varies based on boat length. Registration is valid for three years from the date of issuance.
Do I need a title for my boat in Idaho?
Yes, Idaho requires a title for all boats with engines of 10 horsepower or greater. When purchasing a used boat, it's important to verify the title and check lien records to ensure there are no outstanding claims against the vessel before completing your purchase. The title must be transferred to your name through the Parks and Recreation Department.
What safety equipment is required on Idaho boats?
Idaho boaters must carry a Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD) for each person on board, and at least one throwable flotation device for boats over 16 feet. Additional requirements include a fire extinguisher for boats with enclosed cabins or fuel tanks, proper navigation lights for night operation, and a sound-producing device. All children under 12 are required to wear a properly fitted and fastened PFD while the boat is underway.

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