Use our Arizona Vehicle Bill of Sale to record the sale of a vehicle and protect both buyer and seller.
Updated June 22, 2024
Written by Ioana Gagiuc | Reviewed by Brooke Davis
An Arizona vehicle bill of sale (ADOT Form 48-2004) is a legal document that records motor vehicle ownership. It is used when a vehicle seller transfers ownership to the buyer for a price.
In Arizona, you are not required to have a vehicle bill of sale to transfer the title between two private parties. Alternatively, the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) requires a bill of sale for transactions at dealerships and out-of-state transfers. However, it’s good to have a bill of sale in case any disputes arise as to the rightful owner of the vehicle.
The seller must sign the bill of sale document in the presence of a notary public or an agent from the MVD. The notary information and seal must be evidenced on the bill of sale.
You will also need to fill out an Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form MVT 5-5) and attach it to the bill of sale if the vehicle is newer than 2011, under 16,000 pounds, and self-propelled.
If you reside in Arizona, register your vehicle with the Motor Vehicle Division within 15 days of purchase. Depending on the type of car, this registration is valid for one, two, or five years.
If a vehicle is already registered in another state and you plan to use it in Arizona, you must register it as soon as you establish residency there.
Arizona requires that individuals register their vehicles at an MVD office. If you have already registered in this state, you can renew your registration online.
The following list shows the documents the DMV Office requires to register your vehicle in Arizona.
If you are located in the cities of Phoenix or Tucson, in addition to these above documents, you must also have an emissions test performed at an approved testing location.
