A Minnesota motor vehicle bill of sale provides details for the transaction of a motor vehicle between a buyer and seller, including necessary sale information for accounting and registration purposes.

Vehicle Registration as a New Resident or Owner

• Timeframe for Registering: 60-day window after moving or purchasing the vehicle
• Annual Renewal Requirement: The registration must be renewed annually

Methods for Registration and Renewal

• Online Renewal
• In-Person Renewal at a DVS Deputy Registrar’s Office
• Renewal by Mail

Additional Requirements for Vehicles Less Than Ten Years Old and Under 16,000 Pounds

Odometer Disclosure Statement (Federal Form): Necessity for vehicles less than ten years old and under 16,000 pounds and form should be an attachment to the motor vehicle bill of sale.

Steps for Registering or Renewing a Vehicle

• In-Person Registration or Renewal: Requirements for in-person registration or renewal at a DVS Deputy Registrar’s office
• Mail Registration or Renewal: Process and necessary documents for mail registration or renewal with an Application to Title and Register a Motor Vehicle

Online Renewal Process

Procedure for online renewal at the Minnesota DMV’s website

Sample

Minnesota Car Motor Vehicle Bill Of Sale Form

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