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Free Virginia Trailer Bill of Sale

Virginia trailers over 3,000 lbs gross weight need titles via the same VSA 17A + 4.15% MV-SUT process as cars. Smaller trailers register without title.

Virginia Requirements: Transfer title within 30 days. 4.15% sales tax.

Seller Information

Buyer Information

Trailer Details

Sale Information

Condition & Warranty

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Virginia Trailer Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
Application for Certificate of Title and Registration
Agency
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
4.15%
Title Required
Yes
Trailers with gross weight over 3,000 lbs require VA titles. Under 3,000 lbs register without title.
Inspection
Required

Sales Tax Details

Same 4.15% MV-SUT with $75 minimum.

Inspection Requirements

Trailers over 3,000 lbs gross weight require annual VA safety inspection.

Virginia Trailer Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Determine gross weight — titled at 3,001+ lbs.
  2. Complete bill of sale with VIN, type, length, weight, sale price.
  3. Seller signs title over; files Notice of Sale.
  4. Buyer completes VSA 17A at VA DMV.
  5. Buyer pays 4.15% MV-SUT (min $75) + title fee.
  6. Annual safety inspection required for 3,000+ lb trailers.

Common Pitfalls

  • Expecting the 2% boat rate on trailers — trailers pay full vehicle 4.15% rate.
  • Missing inspection on titled trailers.

Pro Tip

VA trailers: VSA 17A + 4.15% MV-SUT for 3,000+ lb trailers.

Virginia Trailer Bill of Sale — FAQs

Which VA trailers need titles?
Trailers with gross weight over 3,000 lbs require Virginia titles. Under 3,000 lbs can be registered without a full title.