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HIN · SWT42036I022

2023 VINE RIPE

ACTIVEREGISTERED · MAHULL VERIFIED
ModelVINE RIPE
Model year2023
Length42 ft
HullFrp (fiberglass)
PropulsionUnspecified
Registration stateMA
Doc number1332786
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · MA
Registration status: active · Doc #1332786
§ 02

Hull identification

DECODED FROM HIN · SWT42036I022
HIN STRUCTURE
SWT
MIC
42036
SERIAL
I0
PROD
22
MY
Manufacturer Code
Identifies the hull builder (chars 1–3)
SWT
Serial Number
Manufacturer-assigned hull serial (chars 4–8)
42036
Production Month
Encoded in char 9
September
Production Year (digit)
Last digit of build year encoded in char 10
0
Model Year
Regulatory year from chars 11–12
2022
MANUFACTURER · MIC SWT
SW BOATWORKS
LAMOINE, ME
SOURCE

MIC SWT registered with the USCG National Vessel Documentation Center.

§ 03

Buying a used vessel

WHAT TO VERIFY BEFORE YOU COMMIT

This record is for a 2023 VINE RIPE. 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

MASSACHUSETTS
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN MASSACHUSETTS
What documents do I need to register a boat in Massachusetts?
To register a boat in Massachusetts, you'll need to submit an Application for Boat Registration (Form 3A), proof of ownership, a completed Hull Identification Number (HIN) verification form, and proof of Massachusetts residency. You'll also need to pay the registration fee, which varies based on your boat's length. All documents should be submitted to your local harbormaster's office or the Massachusetts Environmental Police.
Do I need a title for my boat in Massachusetts, and how do I transfer ownership?
Massachusetts requires a certificate of title for boats over 16 feet in length or those with motors. To transfer ownership, the seller must complete the back of the certificate of title with the sale price and buyer information, and both parties must sign the document. The buyer then submits the signed title along with the registration application to the local harbormaster, and it's advisable to verify title and lien records beforehand to ensure a clear transfer of ownership.
What are the boating safety requirements for operating a boat in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts requires all operators to carry a valid Boating Safety Certificate if born after January 1, 1989, which can be obtained through an approved boating safety course. All boats must have proper personal flotation devices (PFDs) for each passenger, a fire extinguisher, and navigation lights if operated at night. Additionally, boats must display their registration numbers on both sides of the hull and comply with all US Coast Guard regulations for their vessel type.

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