Except as provided in N.H. Rev. Stat. § 261:3, the provisions of this chapter shall apply to all motor vehicles when a change of registration is required under the provisions of this chapter by reason of a sale for consideration. The department shall not require an application for a certificate of title upon the renewal of the registration, if required, of a vehicle. The department shall note on the face of the registration, if required, of each vehicle for which a certificate of title has been issued a statement to that effect.