Massachusetts Vehicle Registration Fees — 2026
Massachusetts uses a age depreciation formula. $60.00 base fee; 2.5% of value (Motor vehicle excise (per $1000)); age-depreciation table. Use the calculator below for your specific vehicle.
Your Massachusetts registration fee
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Massachusetts fee breakdown
| Fee component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base registration fee | $60.00 | — |
| Motor vehicle excise (per $1000) | 2.5% of MSRP | depreciated by age in most states |
| Title fee (one-time) | $75.00 | — |
| Plate fee | $25.00 | — |
| Inspection sticker | $35.00 | — |
Renewal & late penalty
Renewal cycle: 2-year.
Late penalty: $20 + 12% interest.
Federal tax deductibility
On Schedule A, you can deduct the value-based portion of Massachusetts registration (Motor vehicle excise (per $1000)). Other components are not deductible.
Notes
Excise $25/$1000 valuation × age% schedule, billed by 351 towns. State reg $60 biennial.