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Free Wisconsin Trailer Bill of Sale

WI titles all trailers through the DOT using MV1. Same 5.5% tax + plates-to-owner as cars.

Wisconsin Requirements: Transfer title within 30 days. 5% sales tax.

Seller Information

Buyer Information

Trailer Details

Sale Information

Condition & Warranty

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Wisconsin Trailer Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
Wisconsin Title/License Plate Application
Agency
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Primary ID Field
VIN
Sales Tax
5%
Title Required
Yes
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

Same 5% state + 0.5% county as cars.

Wisconsin Trailer Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Complete bill of sale with VIN, type, length, weight, sale price.
  2. Seller signs title over; removes plates.
  3. Buyer completes MV1 at WI DOT within 30 days.
  4. Buyer pays 5.5% tax + title fee.

Common Pitfalls

  • Forgetting plates-to-owner on trailers.

Pro Tip

WI trailers: DOT + MV1 + 5.5% tax + plates-to-owner.

Wisconsin Trailer Bill of Sale — FAQs

Do all WI trailers need titles?
Wisconsin titles most trailers through the DOT. Small utility trailers have some registration-only options, but the standard MV1 process covers most recreational and cargo trailers.