The Arizona Repossession Affidavit (Form 48-0902) is the document a lienholder files with the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) to certify that a vehicle was legally repossessed after a borrower defaulted, so ownership can transfer without the old title or the previous owner’s signature. It works hand in hand with the Title and Registration Application (Form 96-0236) when you want the new title printed in your name or your dealership’s name.
Most people reach for this form at a stressful moment. A loan went bad, the car is back in your possession, and now you need clean, legal title so you can register it, sell it, or wholesale it. Arizona processes title work for millions of vehicles each year, and a single wrong box or a missing notary stamp on this affidavit can send your paperwork to the back of a six-week processing line. Getting it right the first time saves weeks and protects you from liability.
Here is what you will learn in this guide:
- 📋 What Form 48-0902 is, who can legally file it, and the statute that controls it
- 🗂️ Every document and detail to gather before you open the form
- ✍️ A line-by-line walkthrough of every field and box on the affidavit and Bill of Sale
- 👥 Three full filled-out examples for a credit union, a dealer, and a private seller
- ⚠️ The most common mistakes, the fees, and the answers to field-level questions
What the Form Is and Who Must File It
The Arizona Repossession Affidavit, Form 48-0902, is a sworn statement. With it, a lienholder of record certifies under oath that they legally repossessed a vehicle and now hold the right to transfer its title. The current version is marked 48-0902 R05/25 in the lower corner, so confirm that revision date before you file, because the MVD rejects outdated form versions.
Only a lienholder of record can file this affidavit. That means the lien must already be recorded with the MVD against the vehicle before repossession. Lenders, credit unions, banks, buy-here-pay-here car lots, and private sellers who carried a loan (“seller financing”) all qualify if their lien is on file. A repo agent can recover the car, but the agent cannot sign this affidavit unless they are the actual lienholder.
The form exists because of Ariz. Admin. Code § R17-5-407, the rule that governs motor vehicle repossession titles. In plain English, this rule tells the MVD it cannot move a title to a lienholder through repossession unless the car is in Arizona, a lien notice is on file, and a completed, notarized affidavit is submitted. If you ignore this rule, the MVD has no legal basis to transfer the title and will deny your request. Picture a lender who skips recording the lien first: when they try to file the affidavit, the MVD finds no lien of record and bounces the whole package back. Many filers wrongly believe physical possession of the car alone proves ownership, but in Arizona the completed affidavit is what serves as proof of ownership, right of possession, and right of transfer.
A.R.S. Title 28 (Arizona’s transportation code) and the MVD are the key players. The MVD receives and processes the form, A.R.S. Title 28 and the administrative code set the rules, and the affidavit itself is your legal key to the title.
Before You Start: Documents and Information You Need
Gather everything below before you open Form 48-0902. Missing even one item can stall your filing or force a second trip to an MVD office.
- Lien of record confirmation. Your lien must already be filed with the MVD; without it, the MVD has no record that you are the lienholder and will reject the affidavit.
- The full 17-character VIN. The MVD matches the VIN to its records, and a single wrong digit ties your affidavit to the wrong vehicle or no vehicle at all.
- Vehicle year and make. These cross-check against the VIN, and a mismatch flags the form for manual review and delay.
- Registered owner’s exact name. You need the defaulted borrower’s name as it appears on the current title, because a name that does not match MVD records triggers a hold.
- The repossession date. This is the date you took the car back, and it must reflect a lawful repossession after default.
- The title state. You must know whether the vehicle is titled in Arizona or another state, because out-of-state repossessions follow extra rules.
- Lienholder company and agent names. The MVD needs both the company that holds the lien and the person signing on its behalf.
- A notary public or MVD agent. The affidavit signature must be notarized or witnessed by an MVD agent, or the form is invalid on its face.
- Buyer details (only if selling). If you plan to sell the car directly without titling it to yourself, gather the buyer’s name, address, sale date, and odometer reading.
- Form 96-0236 and fee payment. To get a new title printed, you also need the Title and Registration Application and the $4 title fee.
Set aside time to verify the VIN against the physical vehicle, not just your loan file. A clerical typo from years earlier can quietly derail the transfer.
Where to Get the Form and How to Access It
You can download the current Repossession Affidavit free from the Arizona Department of Transportation. The official source is the ADOT Repossession Affidavit page, which links to the fillable PDF marked 48-0902 R05/25. Always pull the form from this page rather than a third-party copy, because outside sites sometimes host expired revisions that the MVD will not accept.
The form is a single page and combines two parts: the Repossession Affidavit at the top and an optional Bill of Sale at the bottom. You can type your answers into the PDF before printing, which produces cleaner, easier-to-read entries than handwriting. Do not sign it until you are in front of a notary, since an early signature voids the notarization.
You also need the companion Title and Registration Application (Form 96-0236, current revision R03/26) if you want the new title issued in your name or your dealership’s name. Both forms are available at any MVD office and at Authorized Third Party providers around the state. Third Party offices often process title work faster than a state MVD office, though they may charge a service fee on top of the state fees.
If your vehicle is titled out of state but physically located in Arizona, you can still use this form, but extra conditions apply that the line-by-line section below explains in the Title State field.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out Form 48-0902 Line by Line
Work through the form in the exact order the fields appear. The top block is the affidavit; the bottom block is the Bill of Sale, which you complete only if you are selling the car directly to a buyer instead of titling it to yourself. Use ALL CAPS for clarity and write dates as MM/DD/YYYY.
1. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This field asks for the unique 17-character code stamped on the vehicle that identifies it like a fingerprint. Copy it carefully from the dashboard plate or driver-side door jamb, entering all letters and numbers with no spaces or dashes. For example, Pioneer Federal Credit Union enters 1HGCM82633A004352 for a repossessed Honda Accord.
A common edge case is older vehicles or trailers with VINs shorter than 17 characters; enter the full VIN exactly as it appears, however many characters it has. The most common mistake here is transposing two digits, such as writing 004352 as 004532, which links your affidavit to a different vehicle and forces the MVD to reject the transfer. Many filers assume the VIN on the loan paperwork is correct, but loan files carry typos too, so always match the number against the physical vehicle.
2. Year
This field asks for the model year of the repossessed vehicle. Enter the four-digit year, such as 2018, exactly as it appears on the current title or registration. For example, First Desert Lending enters 2018 for a repossessed pickup.
The edge case to watch is a vehicle whose model year differs from the year it was first sold; always use the model year, not the purchase year. The common mistake is guessing the year from memory and entering 2017 when the title says 2018, which creates a mismatch with the VIN and stalls processing. Some filers think the year is a minor detail the MVD ignores, but the MVD cross-checks year against the VIN and rejects forms that do not line up.
3. Make
This field asks for the manufacturer of the vehicle. Enter the make as it reads on the title, such as HONDA, FORD, or TOYOTA, using the standard name rather than a model. For example, Pioneer Federal Credit Union enters HONDA for the repossessed Accord.
A frequent edge case is confusing the make with the model; the make is the brand (Honda), not the model (Accord). The common mistake is writing the model in the make field, such as entering ACCORD instead of HONDA, which conflicts with MVD records tied to the VIN. People often believe the make and model are interchangeable on government forms, but the MVD treats them as separate data points and matches only the make here.
4. Registered Owner Names (printed)
This field asks for the name of the person or business that currently holds the title, meaning the borrower who defaulted. Print the name exactly as it appears on the current Arizona title, including any co-owners. For example, Pioneer Federal Credit Union enters DANIEL R. MARTINEZ as the registered owner of the repossessed car.
The edge case here involves co-owners or a business owner; list every name shown on the title. The common mistake is entering your own company name in this field instead of the defaulted borrower’s name, which misidentifies who you repossessed from and invalidates the affidavit’s chain of ownership. Filers sometimes assume this field is for the new owner, but it is strictly for the prior registered owner whose interest you are extinguishing through repossession.
5. Repossession Date
This field asks for the calendar date you legally took the vehicle back after default. Enter it as MM/DD/YYYY, such as 03/14/2026. For example, First Desert Lending enters 03/14/2026 as the date its repo agent recovered the truck.
A key edge case is a self-help repossession completed over more than one day; use the date you actually gained possession of the vehicle. The common mistake is entering the loan default date instead of the repossession date, which misrepresents when ownership reverted and can raise questions about whether proper notice was given. Many filers believe any approximate date works, but the date should reflect the true, lawful repossession, because the affidavit certifies you acted “pursuant to the terms of the lien and all applicable laws.”
6. Title State
This field asks for the state where the vehicle is currently titled. Enter the two-letter abbreviation, such as AZ for Arizona or CA for California. For example, Pioneer Federal Credit Union enters AZ because the Accord carries an Arizona title.
The major edge case is an out-of-state title: under § R17-5-407(B), the MVD accepts an out-of-state repossession affidavit only when an Arizona licensed dealer submits it and is transferring the title into the dealership’s name. The common mistake is a non-dealer lienholder trying to use an out-of-state affidavit to title the car in their own name, which the MVD denies outright. Filers often assume Arizona will retitle any repossessed car located here, but the vehicle generally must be Arizona-titled unless the dealer exception applies.
7. Affidavit Certification Statement
This is the pre-printed sworn paragraph stating that you are the legal owner and lienholder of record, that the vehicle is physically located in Arizona, that you repossessed it upon default under the lien and applicable laws, and that Arizona and its agents are not liable for relying on the affidavit. You do not write anything in this paragraph, but by signing below you swear it is true. For example, Maria Chen, signing for Pioneer Federal Credit Union, accepts this certification by signing the affidavit.
The edge case is a vehicle that was repossessed but then moved out of Arizona; if the car is no longer physically in Arizona, the certification is false and you cannot file. The common mistake is signing this certification when the lien was never recorded with the MVD, which makes the sworn statement untrue and exposes the signer to liability. People often misread this as boilerplate they can ignore, but it is a legal oath, and a false affidavit can carry serious consequences.
8. Lienholder Company Name
This field asks for the legal business name of the entity that holds the lien. Enter the full company name as registered, such as PIONEER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION. For example, a credit union enters its complete chartered name, not a branch nickname.
The edge case is a private individual who financed the sale; a person without a company name enters their own legal name here. The common mistake is using an abbreviation or DBA that does not match the recorded lien, which breaks the link between the affidavit and the lien on file. Filers sometimes think any version of the company name works, but it should match the name on the recorded lien so the MVD can confirm you are the lienholder of record.
9. Lienholder Agent Name
This field asks for the name of the individual signing on behalf of the lienholder. Print the agent’s full name, such as MARIA CHEN. For example, Pioneer Federal Credit Union enters MARIA CHEN, its collections manager, as the authorized agent.
The edge case is a private seller-financer who is both the company and the agent; that person prints their own name in both fields. The common mistake is leaving this blank because the company name is already filled in, but the rule requires both a lienholder company name and an agent name. People often assume the company name alone is enough, yet § R17-5-407 lists the agent or representative name as a separate required field.
10. Lienholder Signature
This field is where the authorized agent signs the affidavit, and it must be notarized or witnessed by an MVD agent. Sign only in front of a notary public or MVD agent, never beforehand. For example, Maria Chen signs in front of a notary, who then completes the notarial block.
The critical edge case is that Form 48-0902 itself does not print a notary block, so the notarization is added by the notary or done before an MVD agent; § R17-5-407(A)(4)(j) requires the notary or Department agent signature. The common mistake is signing at the office and bringing in a pre-signed form, which voids the notarization and makes the MVD reject it. Many filers believe a signature alone is enough, but without the notary or MVD agent acknowledgment the affidavit has no legal force.
Bill of Sale Section (Complete Only If Selling Directly)
Under § R17-5-407(C), a lienholder may sell a repossessed vehicle without first titling it in their own name by completing the Bill of Sale that shares the page. Use this section only when you are selling straight to a buyer. Skip it entirely if you are titling the car to your own name first.
11. Buyer Name
This field asks for the full legal name of the person or business buying the repossessed vehicle. Print the buyer’s complete name, such as RAYMOND OKAFOR. For example, Pioneer Federal Credit Union enters RAYMOND OKAFOR as the buyer of the Accord.
The edge case is a sale to a dealership or business; enter the business’s legal name. The common mistake is entering a nickname or partial name that will not match the buyer’s ID at the MVD, causing the buyer’s later title application to stall. Filers sometimes assume the buyer fills in their own name, but the seller completes this field as part of the Bill of Sale.
12. Sale Date
This field asks for the date you sold the vehicle to the buyer. Enter it as MM/DD/YYYY, such as 04/02/2026. For example, First Desert Lending enters 04/02/2026 as the sale date.
The edge case is a sale arranged days before payment clears; use the date ownership actually transfers to the buyer. The common mistake is leaving the sale date blank, which starts the buyer’s 15-day clock to apply for a title with no anchor date and can trigger late penalties. People often think the sale date is informational, but it sets the deadline by which the buyer must title the vehicle.
13. Buyer Street Address, City, State, Zip
This field asks for the buyer’s full mailing address. Enter the street address, city, two-letter state, and ZIP code on the matching lines, such as 4820 N. CENTRAL AVE, PHOENIX, AZ 85012. For example, the seller records the buyer’s complete address so the MVD can mail title documents correctly.
The edge case is a buyer who uses a P.O. Box; enter the P.O. Box if that is the buyer’s mailing address, but a physical address may be needed for registration. The common mistake is an incomplete ZIP code or missing city, which delays mailing of the buyer’s title. Filers sometimes skip this thinking the buyer will provide it later, but the Bill of Sale must show the full address at the time of sale.
14. Name of New Lienholder and Lien Date
This field asks whether the buyer is financing the purchase through a new lender. Enter the new lienholder’s name and lien date, or write NONE if there is no new lien. For example, Pioneer Federal Credit Union writes NONE because Raymond paid cash.
The edge case is a buyer financing through a different bank; enter that bank’s name and the date the new lien starts. The common mistake is leaving this blank instead of writing NONE, which leaves the MVD unsure whether a lien exists and can delay a clean title. Many filers believe a blank means “no lien,” but the form expects the explicit word NONE to confirm it.
15. Odometer Reading and Certification
This field asks for the vehicle’s mileage at the time of sale, required under A.R.S. § 28-2058. Enter the whole-number reading with no tenths, such as 96,540, and check a box only if the mileage exceeds mechanical limits or is not actual. For example, First Desert Lending enters 96540 and leaves the warning boxes unchecked because the reading is accurate.
The edge case is a broken or rolled-over odometer; check the “Mileage in excess of mechanical limits” or “NOT Actual Mileage” box as appropriate. The common mistake is rounding up or guessing the mileage, since federal and state law treat a false odometer statement as grounds for fines or imprisonment. People often think mileage is optional on a repo sale, but the odometer certification is legally required and the buyer must acknowledge it by signing.
16. Seller Name, Signature, Date, and Address
This field captures the seller’s printed name, notarized signature, the date, and the seller’s full address. The seller (the lienholder) prints their name, signs before a notary, and enters the date and address. For example, Maria Chen prints PIONEER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION / MARIA CHEN, signs before a notary on 04/02/2026.
The edge case is a sequential resale; the form warns that sequential Bills of Sale will not be accepted, so you cannot chain multiple sales on one form. The common mistake is an un-notarized seller signature, which invalidates the Bill of Sale just as it would the affidavit. Filers sometimes assume only the affidavit needs notarizing, but § R17-5-407(C)(9) requires the seller’s notarized signature on the Bill of Sale too.
17. Buyer Acknowledgment Signature
This field is where the buyer confirms awareness of the seller’s odometer certification by printing their name, signing, and dating. The buyer signs to acknowledge the mileage statement. For example, Raymond Okafor prints his name, signs, and dates 04/02/2026.
The edge case is a remote buyer; the buyer’s acknowledgment signature is still required, so arrange for it before submitting. The common mistake is submitting the Bill of Sale without the buyer’s signature, which makes the odometer transfer incomplete and stalls the buyer’s title. People often think only the seller signs the Bill of Sale, but federal odometer rules require the buyer’s acknowledgment as well.
Three Filled-Out Examples Using Real Scenarios
Below are three of the most common ways this form gets used, each followed from start to finish.
Scenario 1: Maria Chen at Pioneer Federal Credit Union repossesses a financed car and titles it to the credit union to resell.
| Form Section | What Pioneer Federal Credit Union Enters |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Identification Number | 1HGCM82633A004352 |
| Year | 2018 |
| Make | HONDA |
| Registered Owner Names | DANIEL R. MARTINEZ |
| Repossession Date | 03/14/2026 |
| Title State | AZ |
| Lienholder Company Name | PIONEER FEDERAL CREDIT UNION |
| Lienholder Agent Name | MARIA CHEN |
| Lienholder Signature | Maria Chen, signed before a notary |
| Bill of Sale | Left blank (titling to credit union first) |
Scenario 2: Sunline Auto Sales, a licensed Arizona dealer, moves a repossessed vehicle into the dealership’s name, including an out-of-state title.
| Form Section | What Sunline Auto Sales Enters |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Identification Number | 3FA6P0H74JR210987 |
| Year | 2019 |
| Make | FORD |
| Registered Owner Names | KAREN L. WEBSTER |
| Repossession Date | 02/28/2026 |
| Title State | CA (out-of-state, dealer exception applies) |
| Lienholder Company Name | SUNLINE AUTO SALES LLC |
| Lienholder Agent Name | TOM BRADLEY |
| Lienholder Signature | Tom Bradley, signed before a notary |
| Bill of Sale | Left blank (titling into dealership name) |
Scenario 3: Janet Rios, a private seller who carried the loan, repossesses from a buyer and sells the car directly using the Bill of Sale.
| Form Section | What Janet Rios Enters |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Identification Number | 2T1BURHE0KC123456 |
| Year | 2017 |
| Make | TOYOTA |
| Registered Owner Names | BRIAN T. HALEY |
| Repossession Date | 01/20/2026 |
| Lienholder Company Name / Agent | JANET RIOS / JANET RIOS |
| Buyer Name | RAYMOND OKAFOR |
| Sale Date | 02/05/2026 |
| Odometer Reading | 96540 (actual mileage) |
| Seller Signature | Janet Rios, signed before a notary |
How to File the Completed Form
Once the affidavit (and Bill of Sale, if used) is filled out and notarized, you submit it to the MVD with Form 96-0236 to get the new title. Arizona offers three channels.
In person at an MVD office. Bring the notarized affidavit, the completed Title and Registration Application, and your payment. The title fee is $4.00, with an $8.00 registration fee and a $1.50 air quality research fee if you also register the vehicle. MVD offices accept cash, check, money order, and major cards; keep your stamped receipt as proof of filing.
At an Authorized Third Party office. These private providers handle the same title work and often process it faster. They charge the same state fees plus a service or convenience fee that varies by office, so call ahead. You receive a receipt on the spot as proof of filing.
By mail. Send the notarized affidavit, Form 96-0236, and a check or money order for the fees to the Motor Vehicle Division, PO Box 2100, MD 555M, Phoenix, AZ 85001 (use 1655 W. Jackson Street, MD 555M, Phoenix, AZ 85007 for FedEx or UPS). Mailed applications can take up to six weeks to process, so keep a copy of everything and use tracked delivery as your proof of filing.
Arizona law requires you to apply for the title within 15 days of the transfer, and missing that window can trigger a late penalty.
What Happens After You File
After you submit a complete package, the MVD reviews the affidavit, confirms the lien of record, and verifies the VIN, year, make, and owner name against its database. When everything matches, the MVD treats the completed affidavit as proof of ownership, right of possession, and right of transfer under § R17-5-407(D), and it issues a new title in the name you requested.
Processing time depends on the channel. In-person and Third Party filings often produce a printed or electronic title quickly, while mailed applications can take up to six weeks. If the MVD finds a mismatch, a missing notary stamp, or no lien of record, it sends the package back with a deficiency notice, and you must correct and resubmit, which restarts the wait.
Once the title is issued, you can register, sell, or wholesale the vehicle freely. If you used the Bill of Sale to sell directly, the buyer takes the documents to the MVD and applies for their own title within 15 days. Keep copies of every signed and notarized page in your records, because lenders sometimes need to prove the chain of title years later.
Mistakes to Avoid When Filling Out the Form
- Filing without a recorded lien. If your lien is not on file with the MVD, the affidavit is rejected because you cannot prove you are the lienholder of record.
- Using an outdated form version. Submitting anything other than the current 48-0902 R05/25 revision gets the form bounced for being expired.
- Transposing VIN digits. One wrong character ties the affidavit to the wrong vehicle and forces a full resubmission.
- Entering the model in the Make field. Writing ACCORD instead of HONDA conflicts with MVD records and delays processing.
- Putting your company in the Registered Owner field. This misidentifies the prior owner and breaks the chain of ownership.
- Using the default date as the repossession date. This misstates when ownership reverted and can raise questions about lawful notice.
- Signing before seeing the notary. A pre-signed affidavit voids the notarization and is rejected on its face.
- Leaving the New Lienholder field blank. Omitting NONE leaves the MVD unsure whether a lien exists and delays a clean title.
- Skipping the odometer statement on a sale. A missing or false odometer reading can lead to fines or imprisonment under federal and state law.
- Chaining sales on one Bill of Sale. Sequential Bills of Sale are not accepted, so each sale needs its own paperwork.
- A non-dealer using an out-of-state affidavit. Only a licensed Arizona dealer titling into the dealership name may use an out-of-state repossession affidavit.
- Missing the 15-day filing window. Late title applications can trigger penalties and extra fees.
Do’s and Don’ts
Do:
- Do confirm your lien is recorded first, because the MVD must see you as the lienholder of record before it will transfer the title.
- Do download the form from ADOT, since third-party copies may be expired versions the MVD rejects.
- Do match the VIN to the physical vehicle, because loan-file typos are common and cause rejections.
- Do sign only in front of a notary or MVD agent, as the affidavit has no force without that acknowledgment.
- Do keep stamped receipts and copies, because you may need to prove the chain of title later.
- Do file within 15 days of transfer, to avoid late penalties.
Don’t:
- Don’t enter the borrower as the new owner, because the Registered Owner field is for the prior owner you repossessed from.
- Don’t guess the year or mileage, since mismatches and false odometer statements carry real consequences.
- Don’t leave required fields blank, because § R17-5-407 lists each one as mandatory.
- Don’t chain multiple sales on one form, as sequential Bills of Sale are refused.
- Don’t try to title an out-of-state car to yourself, unless you are a licensed dealer using the dealer exception.
- Don’t assume possession alone equals ownership, because the completed affidavit is what proves your right to transfer.
Pros and Cons of Filing on Your Own vs. With Help
Pros of filing on your own:
- You save money, because you avoid third-party service fees and pay only the $4 title fee.
- You control the timing, since you file as soon as your paperwork is ready.
- You learn the process, which helps if you handle repossessions often.
- You keep documents in-house, reducing the chance of lost paperwork.
- You avoid scheduling delays, because you are not waiting on an outside provider.
Cons of filing on your own:
- You risk rejection, because one wrong box or missing notary stamp restarts the process.
- You absorb the learning curve, since the rules under § R17-5-407 are detailed.
- You may face longer waits, especially if you file by mail.
- You handle notarization yourself, which means finding a notary on your own.
- You shoulder the liability, because a false affidavit exposes the signer to penalties.
Filing by Mail vs. at a Third Party Office
| Filing by Mail | Filing at a Third Party Office |
|---|---|
| Costs only state fees ($4 title) | State fees plus a service fee |
| Up to six weeks to process | Often same-day or fast processing |
| Proof of filing is your tracked receipt | Proof of filing is an on-the-spot receipt |
| No appointment or travel needed | Requires a visit during business hours |
FAQs
Do I need a recorded lien before I can file Form 48-0902?
Yes. The MVD will not transfer a repossession title unless a lien notice is already filed and you are the lienholder of record under § R17-5-407.
Do I write my own company name in the Registered Owner field?
No. That field is for the prior owner you repossessed from, not your company; entering your own name there breaks the chain of ownership.
Do I have to get the affidavit notarized?
Yes. The rule requires a notary or MVD agent signature, so sign only in front of a notary or at an MVD office.
Do I enter the make or the model in the Make field?
No model. Enter the manufacturer, such as HONDA, not the model like ACCORD, because the MVD matches the make to the VIN.
Do I write the loan default date in the Repossession Date box?
No. Enter the actual date you took the vehicle back, not the date the loan went into default.
Do I leave the New Lienholder field blank if there is no new lien?
No. Write NONE so the MVD knows no new lien exists and can issue a clean title.
Do I need to complete the Bill of Sale section?
No, only if you are selling the car directly to a buyer instead of titling it to yourself first.
Do out-of-state titled vehicles qualify for this form?
Yes, but only when a licensed Arizona dealer submits the affidavit and titles the vehicle into the dealership’s name.
Do I have to provide the odometer reading on a sale?
Yes. The odometer certification is required by law, and a false statement can lead to fines or imprisonment.
Do I have a deadline to file for the title?
Yes. Arizona law requires you to apply for the title within 15 days of the transfer to avoid penalties.
Do sequential Bills of Sale work on one form?
No. The form states that sequential Bills of Sale will not be accepted, so each sale needs separate paperwork.
Do I still need Form 96-0236 if I file the affidavit?
Yes. You need the Title and Registration Application to actually have the new title issued in your name.
Do I have to file in person?
No. You can file in person, at an Authorized Third Party office, or by mail to the Phoenix MVD address.
Do I pay more than the $4 title fee?
Yes, if you also register the vehicle, you add the $8 registration fee and a $1.50 air quality research fee.
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