VESSEL FOUNDMatch confidence: 100%
HIN · VKY55945H900
1999 JOSIE B
ACTIVEREGISTERED · MSHULL VERIFIED
ModelJOSIE B
Model year1999
Length55.8 ft
HullFrp (fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel
Registration stateMS
Doc number1089875
Statusactive
CURRENT STATUS
Active · MS
Registration status: active · Doc #1089875
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Hull identification
DECODED FROM HIN · VKY55945H900
SOURCE
MIC VKY 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 1999 JOSIE B. The hull is frp (fiberglass) with diesel 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.
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Records on file
COUNTS ARE FREE · DETAILS REQUIRE A REPORT
0
Title records
none on file
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Active liens
none found
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Incidents
none reported
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Title chain
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Common questions
MISSISSIPPI
BOAT OWNERSHIP IN MISSISSIPPI
What documents do I need to register a boat in Mississippi?
To register a boat in Mississippi, you'll need a completed Application for Boat Registration (Form 78-R), proof of ownership (bill of sale or title), and proof of payment of applicable taxes and fees. If the boat has a lien, you must provide documentation from the lienholder. It's recommended to verify title and lien records through the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks to ensure a clean transaction.
Do I need a boating safety certificate to operate a boat in Mississippi?
Yes, anyone born on or after January 1, 1988, must obtain a Mississippi Boating Safety Certificate before operating a motorboat. You can earn this certificate by completing an approved boating safety course online or in-person, which covers vessel operation, safety equipment, and state regulations. The certificate is valid for the lifetime of the operator.
How do I transfer boat ownership in Mississippi?
To transfer boat ownership in Mississippi, the seller must provide a signed title or bill of sale to the buyer, and both parties should complete the Application for Boat Registration with the transfer information. The buyer then submits these documents along with proof of sales tax payment to the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks to register the boat in their name. Processing typically takes 5-7 business days after the application is received.
DATA SOURCED FROM USCG NATIONAL VESSEL DOCUMENTATION CENTER AND STATE REGISTRATION DATABASES