Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form MV90-A) – Any owner of a vehicle that is under ten (10) years old or sixteen-thousand (16,000) pounds has to attach this form with the bill of sale.
Registering a Vehicle
Owners have sixty (60) days to register their vehicles with the state after moving or purchasing a vehicle.[1] A vehicle owner has the option to register their vehicle for one or two years,[2] or if the vehicle is eleven years old or more, they can register it permanently.[3] They can renew online with the Motor Vehicle Division, or in person at their local county treasurer’s office.
Where to Register
Owners can register their vehicles at their local county treasurer’s office.
Required Documents
- Bill of Sale;
- Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form MV90-A);
- Application for Certificate of Title of a Motor Vehicle (Form MV1-16) (if the owner needs a new title, apply in-person at the county treasurer’s office);
- Application for Replacement Certificate of Title (Form MV7) (if the owner needs a replacement title, mail application to the Vehicle Services Bureau);
- Valid driver’s license;
- Montana Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney must be included if the owner designates another individual to register the vehicle on their behalf;
- Registration Fees; and
- Proof of Insurance with Minimum Requirements:[4]
- $20,000 because of injury to or destruction of property of others (one accident);
- $25,000 because of bodily injury to or death of one person (one accident); and
- $50,000 because of bodily injury to or death of two or more persons (one accident).