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Oregon Vehicle Registration (4 Steps)The newly purchased vehicle’s title must be transferred to the buyer for them to be able to register the vehicle. In Oregon, the buyer must submit a title application within 30 days to avoid late fees.[1] 1. Certificate of Title and Notice of Vehicle SoldPrior to registering a vehicle bought in a private sale, the buyer must obtain a Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale and the vehicle’s Certificate of Title from the seller, with ownership transferred to the buyer.[2] 2. Odometer Reading (If Applicable)Odometer readings are required to register vehicles made after 2010 or those less than 20 years old.[3] If an odometer reading isn’t included on the Certificate of Title or Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale, the buyer must obtain a Secure Odometer Disclosure from the DMV and complete it before registering. Emissions Test – If the buyer is a resident of Portland or Medford, the vehicle must pass an emission test at a DEQ Too testing site unless the vehicle is within 4 years old.[4] They will receive a Certificate of Compliance after passing the test.
3. Book AppointmentAfter acquiring the required documents, the buyer can make an appointment with their local DMV office (or walk in and wait on “standby”). Alternatively, the application can be sent by mail to the address below (see Step 4 for required supporting documents and payment). Oregon DMV 4. Go to DMV OfficeOn the appointment date, the buyer will need to bring the following documents, ID, and payment to complete their application for title and registration[5]:
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Oregon Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney – Appoints a representative to buy, sell, title, or register a vehicle on someone’s behalf.