Free New Hampshire Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale
The federal Truth in Mileage Act (49 U.S.C. § 32705) requires a written odometer disclosure on every qualifying vehicle transfer. Vehicles 25 or more model years old (2001 and older as of 2026), those with a GVWR exceeding 16,000 lbs, and new vehicles prior to first retail sale are exempt. New Hampshire integrates the odometer disclosure into the certificate of title; the state has no general sales tax, so no tax is owed on private vehicle sales.
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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 →
New Hampshire Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
NH DMV
New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
0%
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
New Hampshire Odometer Disclosure Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Locate the odometer disclosure section on the New Hampshire certificate of title.
- Record the exact mileage shown on the odometer at the time of sale.
- Select the correct certification: 'Actual mileage,' 'Exceeds mechanical limits (rollover),' or 'Not actual mileage (discrepancy known).'
- Both seller and buyer must sign and date the title in the odometer disclosure section.
- Prepare a bill of sale documenting the vehicle, parties, sale price, and odometer reading even though no sales tax is due.
- The buyer submits the completed title to the NH DMV or town clerk's office to register the vehicle in their name.
- Retain copies of the title and bill of sale for at least five years.
Common Pitfalls
- An 'as-is' disclaimer does not eliminate the seller's federal obligation under TIMA — odometer disclosure is required by law, not waivable by contract.
- Marking 'not actual mileage' when the odometer has rolled over is a misclassification; use 'exceeds mechanical limits' for a rollover.
- Leaving the odometer section blank on a non-exempt vehicle is a federal violation, regardless of the buyer's awareness or agreement.
- Criminal penalties under TIMA reach $10,000 per violation and up to three years in prison; civil liability is treble damages with a $1,500 statutory minimum.
- New Hampshire's lack of a sales tax can create a false sense of informality — the federal disclosure requirement still applies in full.
New Hampshire Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — FAQs
Does New Hampshire have a separate odometer disclosure form?
No. New Hampshire incorporates the odometer disclosure directly into its certificate of title. If the title lacks a disclosure section (for example, an out-of-state title), use the federal standalone disclosure form.
Is there any sales tax on a private vehicle sale in New Hampshire?
No. New Hampshire does not have a general sales tax. Buyers pay registration fees and a title fee to the DMV or town clerk, but no sales tax is assessed on vehicle purchases.
My truck is a 1998 model year. Is odometer disclosure required?
No. Vehicles with a model year of 2001 or older are exempt from TIMA's disclosure requirement as of 2026. A 1998 model-year truck qualifies for the federal age exemption.
What happens if a seller provides a false odometer reading in New Hampshire?
Federal law imposes criminal penalties of up to $10,000 and three years imprisonment per violation. The defrauded buyer can sue for treble actual damages, with a minimum statutory recovery of $1,500.