Free Minnesota Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale
Minnesota 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 qualifying transfers. Vehicles 25 or more model years old (2001 or older in 2026) and those with a GVWR above 16,000 lbs are exempt. Minnesota integrates the odometer disclosure into the Certificate of Title; sellers complete the odometer section and both parties sign before the title is submitted to a Minnesota DVS office or deputy registrar.
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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 →
Minnesota Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
Minnesota DVS
Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
0.065%
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
Minnesota Odometer Disclosure Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Confirm the vehicle requires disclosure: 2002 or newer model year and GVWR 16,000 lbs or under.
- Record the exact odometer mileage on the date of sale.
- Select the correct certification on the Minnesota title: 'Actual mileage', 'Exceeds mechanical limits', or 'Not actual mileage'.
- Seller prints name, signs, and dates the odometer section of the Minnesota Certificate of Title.
- Buyer countersigns the acknowledgment section of the title.
- Both parties retain photocopies of the completed title before submitting.
- Submit the title to a Minnesota DVS office or deputy registrar; Minnesota's 6.5% Motor Vehicle Sales Tax (MVST) is collected at transfer.
Common Pitfalls
- An 'as-is' clause does not waive the federal TIMA or Minnesota odometer disclosure obligation.
- Leaving the odometer certification type unchecked; Minnesota DVS will reject the title transfer.
- Underestimating Minnesota's MVST — unlike many states, Minnesota's Motor Vehicle Sales Tax is collected separately from general sales tax and is 6.5% of the vehicle's purchase price.
- Submitting to the wrong office — Minnesota uses both DVS offices and a network of deputy registrars for title transfers; either is acceptable.
- Making corrections to the Minnesota title; altered titles must be replaced before transfer.
Minnesota Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — FAQs
Is odometer disclosure required for a 2001 model-year vehicle in Minnesota in 2026?
No. A 2001 model-year vehicle is 25 years old in 2026 and is federally exempt from odometer disclosure.
What is Minnesota's Motor Vehicle Sales Tax and how does it relate to odometer disclosure?
Minnesota's MVST (6.5%) is a separate vehicle-specific tax paid at title transfer; it has nothing to do with the odometer disclosure requirement but is a key cost to budget for. Odometer disclosure is a federal compliance issue handled on the title form.
What if my odometer stopped working months ago?
Select 'Not actual mileage' and note in the bill of sale that the odometer has been inoperative since an approximate date. Do not estimate or fabricate a reading.
Does Minnesota require a separate odometer form?
No. Minnesota uses the Certificate of Title for the odometer disclosure. Private sellers complete the title's built-in odometer section — no separate state form is required.
What are the penalties for odometer fraud in Minnesota?
Federal penalties: up to $10,000 and/or 3 years imprisonment per violation. Civil recovery under 49 U.S.C. § 32710 is triple actual damages, minimum $1,500, plus attorney's fees. Minnesota may also pursue state criminal fraud charges.