Free Maine Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale
Maine vehicle transfers must comply with the federal Truth in Mileage Act (TIMA), 49 U.S.C. § 32705, requiring sellers to certify the odometer reading on all non-exempt transfers. Exemptions cover model year 2010 and older and GVWR above 16,000 lbs — the disclosure belongs to 2011-and-newer vehicles through their 20th model year. Maine places the odometer disclosure directly on the Certificate of Title; both the seller and buyer sign the odometer section of the title before it is submitted to a Maine BMV office or municipal agent for transfer.
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Odometer disclosure is a federal requirement under 49 CFR §580, not just a best practice — and falsifying mileage is a federal crime. Our guide explains exactly what each field requires, when the 10-year exemption applies, and what to do if the odometer has rolled over. Read: Odometer Disclosure Statement: What It Is & What to Write →
Maine Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
Maine BMV
Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
0.055%
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
Maine Odometer Disclosure Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Confirm the vehicle requires disclosure: model year 2002 or newer and GVWR 16,000 lbs or under.
- Record the exact odometer reading on the date of sale.
- Select the correct certification on the Maine title: 'Actual mileage', 'Exceeds mechanical limits', or 'Not actual mileage'.
- Seller prints name, signs, and dates the odometer section of the Maine Certificate of Title.
- The acknowledgment block takes the buyer's printed name and signature.
- Both parties keep photocopies before submitting the title.
- Submit the title to a Maine BMV office or authorized municipal agent; Maine's 5.5% sales tax on the vehicle is collected at transfer.
Common Pitfalls
- An 'as-is' clause does not waive odometer disclosure obligations under federal TIMA.
- Leaving the certification type unchecked; Maine BMV will reject an incomplete title transfer.
- Missing Maine's requirement to transfer the title promptly — while Maine does not set a rigid deadline, delays can create registration problems for the buyer.
- Not realizing Maine processes many title transfers through municipal agents in addition to BMV offices — either location is acceptable.
- Making alterations on the title; a mutilated Maine title must be replaced before the transfer can proceed.
Maine Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — FAQs
Is odometer disclosure required for a 2001 car sold in Maine in 2026?
No. A 2001 model-year vehicle is exempt because it falls on the 2010-and-older side of the federal line — model year, not age, is what the rule reads. Voluntary disclosure is still acceptable and recommended.
What should I do if the odometer on my vehicle shows fewer miles than a prior Carfax report?
Select 'Not actual mileage' on the Maine title and note the discrepancy in the bill of sale. Certifying a reading you believe to be inaccurate as 'Actual mileage' constitutes fraud.
Does Maine require a separate odometer form?
No. Maine uses the Certificate of Title for odometer disclosure. The title's built-in odometer section is completed by both seller and buyer — no additional state form is required.
What are the penalties for odometer fraud in Maine?
Each federal violation risks a $10,000 fine alongside up to three years in custody. Civil recovery under 49 U.S.C. § 32710 gives the defrauded buyer 3x damages — $1,500 minimum — and fee-shifting.