Free Virginia Car Bill of Sale
Virginia's 4.15% Motor Vehicle Sales Tax (MV-SUT) is lower than most states, but the minimum tax is $75 regardless of sale price — so a $500 beater still owes $75. Annual safety inspection is required statewide, with additional emissions in Northern Virginia. VA uses Form VSA 17A for title applications.
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Virginia Car Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Sales Tax Details
Virginia charges a 4.15% Motor Vehicle Sales and Use Tax (MV-SUT) on the sale price (minimum $75). An additional $10–$64 Annual Vehicle License Fee may apply at registration. Plus a $100 EV fee for electric vehicles.
Inspection Requirements
Annual safety inspection required statewide (~$20). Emissions inspection required biennially in Northern Virginia (Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, Loudoun, Prince William, Manassas, Manassas Park, Fairfax City, Falls Church, Stafford).
Virginia Car Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Confirm current VA safety inspection (annual, ~$20). Add NoVA emissions if applicable.
- Complete bill of sale with VIN, odometer, sale price, signatures.
- Seller completes odometer disclosure on title.
- Seller signs title over and files "Notice of Sale" with VA DMV to release liability.
- Buyer completes VSA 17A at any VA DMV within 30 days.
- Buyer pays 4.15% MV-SUT (min $75) + $15 title fee + registration.
- Buyer keeps seller's plates if transferring — VA allows plate transfer between similar vehicle types.
- NoVA residents: confirm emissions certificate (biennial) before registration.
Common Pitfalls
- Forgetting the $75 minimum tax — low-priced sales still owe $75.
- Missing the Notice of Sale filing — seller stays on the hook for tickets/tolls.
- Assuming NoVA emissions exemption — the 10-locality list is strictly enforced.
- Buyer assuming plates transfer — VA allows it only between like vehicle types (car-to-car, not car-to-truck).
Pro Tip
Virginia car sales: VSA 17A, 4.15% MV-SUT (or $75 minimum), annual safety inspection everywhere. NoVA adds biennial emissions.