Free Nevada Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale
Federal law (49 U.S.C. § 32705, Truth in Mileage Act) requires a written odometer disclosure for every qualifying vehicle sale. Vehicles of model year 2010 or older (model year 2011 and newer stay covered until they are 20 model years old), those with a GVWR over 16,000 lbs, and new vehicles sold for the first time are exempt. In Nevada, the odometer reading is recorded on the Vehicle/Vessel Transfer and Reassignment form (VP-104) or within the odometer disclosure section of the title; Clark and Washoe counties also require a smog check before title 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 →
Nevada Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
Nevada DMV
Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
Exempt
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
Nevada Odometer Disclosure Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Obtain the Nevada VP-104 (Vehicle/Vessel Transfer and Reassignment) form or locate the odometer disclosure section on the existing title.
- Record the exact odometer mileage at the time of sale on the VP-104 or title.
- State the certification accurately — actual mileage, exceeds mechanical limits after a rollover, or not actual mileage for known discrepancies.
- Both seller and buyer must sign and date the odometer disclosure section.
- If the vehicle is registered in Clark or Washoe County, obtain a passing smog inspection certificate before submitting for title transfer.
- Submit the completed VP-104, title, and supporting documents to a Nevada DMV office — no sales tax is due on a private-party sale; the buyer pays registration fees and the Governmental Services Tax.
- Keep every signed document for five years or more.
Common Pitfalls
- An 'as-is' clause does not waive federal odometer disclosure obligations under TIMA — sellers remain fully liable regardless of contract language.
- Using 'not actual mileage' when the odometer has simply rolled over is incorrect; 'exceeds mechanical limits' is the right choice for a rollover.
- Forgetting to complete the VP-104 odometer section — even when a separate bill of sale is provided — leaves the transfer legally incomplete.
- Falsifying mileage on the VP-104 can result in criminal penalties of up to $10,000 and three years in prison under federal law, plus civil liability for treble damages (minimum $1,500).
- Skipping the smog check in Clark or Washoe County will block the DMV from processing the title transfer.
Nevada Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — FAQs
What is the Nevada VP-104 form and when is it required?
The VP-104 is Nevada's Vehicle/Vessel Transfer and Reassignment form. It includes a mandatory odometer disclosure section and is used when the title does not have adequate space for the disclosure or when a reassignment is needed. It is submitted alongside the certificate of title at the DMV.
Is a smog inspection required statewide in Nevada?
No. Nevada's emissions testing requirement applies to vehicles registered in Clark County (Las Vegas area) and Washoe County (Reno area). Vehicles in all other Nevada counties are generally exempt from smog testing at transfer.
Is a 2000 model-year vehicle exempt from odometer disclosure?
Yes — the exemption covers every vehicle of model year 2010 and older, so a 2000 model owes no disclosure. Only 2011-and-newer vehicles are covered, each until its 20th model year.
What are the penalties for submitting a false odometer reading in Nevada?
Under federal TIMA, penalties include fines up to $10,000 and imprisonment up to three years per violation. A defrauded buyer may also sue for treble actual damages, with a minimum recovery of $1,500 per violation.