Free New York Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale
The written odometer disclosure comes from federal law — 49 U.S.C. § 32705 — and its coverage map is simple: model year 2011 and newer vehicles disclose until they reach 20 model years; 2010 and older, heavy trucks above 16,000 lbs GVWR, and new units before first retail sale are exempt. In New York, the odometer disclosure is recorded on the certificate of title AND must match the mileage entered on Form DTF-802 (Statement of Transaction — Sale or Gift of Motor Vehicle), which is submitted to the DMV along with the 4% state sales tax payment.
Free PDF includes a small watermark at the bottom. Go Pro to remove it. Already subscribed? Sign in.
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 York Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
NY DMV / DTF
New York Department of Tax and Finance / DMV
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
0.04%
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required
New York Odometer Disclosure Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Complete the odometer disclosure section on the New York certificate of title with the exact mileage at time of sale.
- Choose the certification deliberately — actual mileage for a true reading, exceeds mechanical limits for a rollover, not actual mileage when you know the number is wrong.
- Both seller and buyer must sign and date the title's odometer section.
- Complete Form DTF-802 and enter the odometer reading — it must match the mileage recorded on the title exactly.
- The buyer submits the signed title, DTF-802, and sales tax payment (4% of purchase price) to the NY DMV.
- Note that local county/city sales taxes may bring the total above 4%; check the applicable rate for the buyer's county.
- File copies of the full paper trail — five years is the minimum retention.
Common Pitfalls
- Selling as-is changes nothing federally — the odometer disclosure obligation stands regardless of the clause.
- A mismatch between the mileage on the title and the mileage on Form DTF-802 will cause the DMV to reject the transfer.
- Selecting 'not actual mileage' for a simple odometer rollover is incorrect; 'exceeds mechanical limits' is the right certification for rollover situations.
- Failing to disclose on an eligible vehicle exposes the seller to federal criminal penalties of up to $10,000 and three years in prison, plus civil liability for treble damages (minimum $1,500).
- New York's 4% state sales tax is a floor — many counties add local taxes, so the total rate can be significantly higher; underpaying triggers interest and penalties from the DTF.
New York Odometer Disclosure Bill of Sale — FAQs
What is Form DTF-802 and why does it matter for odometer disclosure?
DTF-802 is New York's Statement of Transaction form, which documents the sale for state sales tax purposes. It includes an odometer section that must be completed, and the mileage entered there must exactly match what is recorded on the certificate of title. A discrepancy will cause the DMV to reject the transfer.
What is the sales tax rate on a vehicle purchase in New York?
New York's state sales tax on vehicle purchases is 4%. However, counties and cities add their own local taxes, so the combined rate varies by location — for example, New York City's combined rate is 8.875%.
Is a 2000 model-year vehicle exempt from odometer disclosure in New York?
It does not need one: the current federal rule exempts model year 2010 and older outright, so a 2001 vehicle is exempt. Coverage applies only to 2011-and-newer models until their 20th model year.
What are the consequences of falsifying an odometer reading in New York?
Federal law imposes criminal penalties of up to $10,000 and up to three years imprisonment per violation. The defrauded buyer may sue for treble actual damages, with a minimum recovery of $1,500 per violation.
Can the buyer and seller skip the odometer disclosure if they both agree?
No. The Truth in Mileage Act is a federal statute and cannot be waived by mutual agreement. Any provision in a bill of sale purporting to waive TIMA disclosure is legally unenforceable.