Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form

A Massachusetts motor vehicle bill of sale form is a legally binding document that establishes evidence of purchase and transfer of ownership of a vehicle. This form contains essential details regarding the buyer, seller, and vehicle involved.

Both the buyer and the seller are required to sign the vehicle bill of sale in Massachusetts.

Registering a Motor Vehicle

New owners must register their vehicles within 10 days of acquisition, and the registration can last for a period of one or two years—depending on the plates you have.

Gather Required Documents

To register your motor vehicle, you need the following documents:

• Proof of Ownership:
  • Bill of Sale: Use to confirm the sale and transfer of a vehicle.
  • Certificate of Title: Proves legal ownership of the vehicle (you can request a replacement or duplicate title by applying online or by mail)
• Registration and Title Application: Submits a request to register the vehicle and obtain a title.
• Proof of Insurance: In line with the state minimum requirements [1] :
  • $20,000 for bodily injuries to another person
  • $40,000 for bodily injuries per accident
  • $8,000 for personal injury protection per person or per accident
  • $20,000 for bodily injury caused by an uninsured auto (per person)
  • $40,000 for bodily injury caused by an uninsured auto (per accident)
  • $5,000 for damage to property

• Additional Documents (If Applicable)

  • Odometer Disclosure Statement (Federal Form): If the vehicle is newer than 2011, under 16,000 pounds, and self-propelled.
  • Vehicle Power of Attorney: Required if someone else registers the vehicle on the owner’s behalf.

Submit Your Documents

Registration applications for vehicles can be submitted either at a Registration Drop Off Center or at an Office of the Registry of Motor Vehicles.

Renewals can be done online or by mail to MassDOT at:

Pay Registration Fees

To register a vehicle in Massachusetts, you must pay the required registration fees to the Office of the Registry of Motor Vehicles.

Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Sample

Below is a printable Massachusetts motor vehicle bill of sale in PDF and Word format.