Odometer Disclosure Statement (Federal Form) – Must be attached to all vehicles under 16,000 lbs and under ten (10) years old.
Registering a Vehicle
After purchasing a vehicle, new owners have sixty (60) days to register a vehicle. New residents have ninety (90) days to complete registration. Sometimes, dealerships will complete registrations for buyers, but all private sales must handle registration in person. Registration is valid for twelve (12) months and must be renewed annually, and renewal may be completed with Colorado’s online renewal system.
Where to Register
Colorado vehicle owners should go to a Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles office to register new vehicles.
Required Documents
- Bill of Sale;
- Odometer Disclosure Statement;
- Certificate of Title (if the vehicle was titled in a different state, a VIN verification is needed);
- Valid driver’s license;
- Emissions inspection form (if applicable);
- Sellers are required to provide an emissions test to applicable vehicles, and some counties do not require emissions tests.{2}
- A Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney is required if an individual is registering the vehicle on another’s behalf;
- Appropriate payment method for registration fees;[3] and
- Proof of Insurance with required minimums:
- $25,000 bodily injury/death for one person
- $50,000 bodily injury/death for all persons
- $15,000 property damage