DMV Title and Registration Handbook - Oregon Department of ...

TITLE AND 

REGISTRATION 

HANDBOOK 

OREGON DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 

DRIVER AND MOTOR VEHICLE SERVICES 

1905 LANA AVENUE NE 

SALEM OR 97314 

www.oregondmv.com 

735-39 (7-05)

DMV TITLE AND REGISTRATION HANDBOOK 

Foreword 

Foreword 

About the DMV Title and Registration Handbook 

The Handbook is designed to help you prepare applications to title and register vehicles in Oregon. It 

covers most of the common transactions you will encounter but does not contain all the rules and laws 

you are required to follow as a vehicle dealer or a business entity. 

Applications that are accurate when submitted to DMV are processed more quickly. This Handbook 

should help you, DMV, and our joint customers - the public - get transactions completed promptly. 

If you have questions about a title or registration transaction, please contact DMV Customer Assistance: 

Salem: (503) 945-5000; Portland Metro area: (503) 299-9999; Bend: (541) 388-6322; Medford: 

(541) 776-6025; Roseburg: (541) 440-3395; Eugene: (541) 686-7855; TTY: (503) 945-5001; or 

email DMV at oregondmv@odot.state.or.us. 

As you use the Handbook, if you discover that information you need is missing, or is incomplete or 

confusing, please let us know. Your suggestions will help us improve the Handbook. Please send any 

comments to DMV, Vehicle Programs, 1905 Lana Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97314. 

Updates to the Handbook 

The information in the Handbook changes because of new laws, rules or procedures. You will be 

notified of changes in Dealer Details articles or by informative mailings providing the information. 

You will be expected to make any necessary changes to update your Handbook when notified. 

The Handbook is Online 

Revisions to the Handbook are now made online only at www.oregondmv.com. Printed copies are no 

longer available from ODOT/DMV. You may print the updated pages to include in your Handbook. 

Dealers that do not have access to the Internet may order a copy of and updates to the Handbook in CD 

format through Oregon Independent Auto Dealers Association (OIADA). Contact OIADA at 1-800- 

447-0302 or email at info@OIADA.com for more information about ordering. 

Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Division 

Oregon Department of Transportation 

Salem, Oregon 97314 

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Foreword 

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Preface 

Preface 

GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS 

AKA............................................ Also Known As 

BOS ............................................ Bill of Sale 

DBA ............................................ Doing Business As 

DEQ ............................................ Department of Environmental Quality 

DMV ........................................... Driver and Motor Vehicle Services 

DOB ............................................ Date of Birth 

FKA ............................................ Formerly Known As 

GVWR ........................................ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 

HVUT ......................................... Heavy Vehicle Use Tax 

LSE ............................................. Lessee 

LSR ............................................. Lessor 

MCO ........................................... Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin 

MCTD ......................................... Motor Carriers Transportation Division 

OAR............................................ Oregon Administrative Rule 

ODL ............................................ Oregon Driver License Number 

ORS ............................................ Oregon Revised Statute 

POA ............................................ Power of Attorney 

RO............................................... Registered Owner 

SIH .............................................. Security Interest Holder 

TOD ............................................ Transitional Ownership Document 

VIN ............................................. Vehicle Identification Number 

FORMS COMMONLY USED 

FORM NAME 

FORM NUMBER 

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Inspection ............................................................ 735-11 

Dealer Notice of Vehicle Purchase ................................................................................ 735-165 

Custom Plate Application .............................................................................................. 735-205 

Application for Title and Registration ........................................................................... 735-226 

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Application for Salvage Title......................................................................................... 735-229 

Application for Replacement Salvage Title ................................................................... 735-230 

Vehicle Repossession Certification ............................................................................... 735-263 

Application for Registration or Replacement Plates and/or Stickers ............................ 735-268 

Wrecker’s Vehicle Notice to Driver and Motor Vehicle Services.................................. 735-270 

Application for Tow or Recovery Vehicle Business Certificate .................................... 735-387 

Power of Attorney (non-secure) ..................................................................................... 735-500 

Vehicle Bill of Sale ........................................................................................................ 735-501 

Statement of Error or Erasure of a Name ...................................................................... 735-502 

Application for Replacement Title ................................................................................ 735-515 

Statement of Lien Satisfaction ....................................................................................... 735-524 

Notice of Vehicle to be Dismantled/Proof of Compliance .......................................... 735-6017 

Request for Forms to be Mailed .................................................................................. 735-6110 

Assembled, Reconstructed or Replica Vehicle Certification ....................................... 735-6511 

Notice of Sale or Transfer of a Vehicle........................................................................ 735-6890 

Stolen Vehicle Notification .......................................................................................... 735-6927 

Group Plate Eligibility Certification............................................................................ 735-6940 

Certification Of Oregon Residency Or Domicile ........................................................ 735-7182 

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Table of Contents 


CHAPTER A: General Title Requirements 

Includes title requirements, checklists, customer ID. 

CHAPTER B: Application for Title and Registration, Form 226 

Includes samples and instructions for the title application, Form 226. 

CHAPTER C: Application for Title and Registration for Manufactured 

Structures and Non-motorized Vehicles, Form 222 

Form 222 is no longer used. All manufactured structure transactions are handled 

through Oregon Building Codes Division. 

CHAPTER D: Application for Replacement Title, Form 515 

Includes samples and instructions for the replacement title application, Form 515. 

CHAPTER E: Miscellaneous Title Application Information 

Guidelines for signatures on title applications, listing lessee/lessor on the title 

application, corrections to title applications and VIN inspection information. 

CHAPTER F: Releases of Interest 

When and who should release interest, how to release interest; different forms that 

may be used to release interest. 

CHAPTER G: Ownership Documents 

Describes different ownership documents and what is required with each type of 

ownership document. 

CHAPTER H: Operation of Law/Trusts 

Explains what Operation of Law is, different types that may apply to a transaction 

and what is needed in these situations. The chapter also discusses how a title may 

be processed to show a trust/trustee(s). 

CHAPTER I: 

Odometer Disclosure Requirements 

Federal odometer disclosure laws and how they apply in Oregon to title transactions. 

CHAPTER J: Security Interest Perfection 

Security interest perfection and the transitional ownership document process. 

CHAPTER K: Damaged/Totaled Vehicles 

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Defines damaged and totaled, disassembled, dismantled, wrecked and substantially 

altered, assembled/reconstructed/replica vehicles, salvage titles and salvage title 

requirements, gives examples and instructions for the Application for Salvage Title, 

Form 735-229, Application for Salvage Title on Applicant's Form, and Application 

for Replacement Salvage Title, Form 735-230. 

CHAPTER L: Registration 

Registration, DEQ, Residency/Domicile, address and HVUT requirements. 

Description of several different plate types. Examples of the required forms for 

registration. 

CHAPTER M: Vehicle Types 

Vehicle and registration types. Information about exemptions from title and 

registration and optional titling. 

CHAPTER N: Fees 

General title and registration fees as well as examples of fees for different plate 

types. Fee charts. 

CHAPTER O: Makes & Body Styles 

Make and body style tables (charts). 

CHAPTER P: Tow/Recovery Vehicles 

Describes Tow/Recovery Vehicles, provides information about city and county 

regulations, insurance and DEQ requirements, registration weight, fees and plates 

for Tow/Recovery Vehicles. 

CHAPTER Q: Wreckers 

Describes vehicle title processes for wreckers. 

CHAPTER R: Insurers 

Describes insurers responsibilities related to totaled vehicles. 

CHAPTER S: Dealers 

Guidelines and responsibilities of dealers. How to order forms. Information on 

renewing business certificates and the use of dealer plates. Explanation of Bond/ 

Liability Insurance, cancellations and reinstatements, and ordering forms. Dealer’s 

responsibility acting as an agent of DMV, trip permits, and DMV Compliance and 

Sanctions for all dealers. 

CHAPTER T: Permit Charts 

Lists the 10, 21 and 90 day Trip/Temporary Permit Charts. 

CHAPTER U: Flags 

Lists the flags that may appear on an Oregon DMV record and explains the reasons 

for each flag. 

INDEX

Chapter A: 

General Title Requirements 

SEE DETAILED INFORMATION IN ADDITIONAL SECTIONS AND 

CHAPTERS 

When making application for an Oregon title, there are certain requirements common to all transactions: 

1. A DMV application form appropriate for your specific transaction. 

2. The current ownership document. The five most common types of ownership documents are: 

• Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO) 

• Oregon Title 

• Out-of-State Title 

• Application for Replacement Oregon Title (735-515) 

• Operation of Law Documents (see Chapter H) 

3. A release of interest from: 

• any previous owner(s) (see Chapter F) 

• any previous security interest holders (see Chapter F) 

4. Odometer disclosure for motor vehicles less than 10 years old (see Chapter I). 

5. Title fee (see Chapter N). 

If also applying for registration, the following need to be submitted in addition to the title requirements: 

1. A domicile or residency certification. (Included as part of application.) 

2. Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Certificate of Compliance, for certain model year 

vehicles registered in the DEQ vehicle inspection program boundaries. 

3. A statement of compliance with financial responsibility laws. (Included as part of application.) 

4. Registration fees. 

There may be other registration requirements needed depending on the vehicle type or who is applying 

for the registration. These requirements are covered in Chapters L and M. 

For information about which vehicle types are not required to be titled in Oregon, that may be optionally 

titled, or are prohibited from being issued a title, see Chapter M. 

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Chapter A: General Title Requirements 

REQUIREMENT CHECKLIST 

New Vehicles 

Title and Registration Application (735-226) 

MCO (or equivalent document) 

Release(s) of interest 

Odometer disclosure (if applicable) 

Fees 

• Title 

• Registration 

• Plate 

Out-of-State Vehicles 


Out-of-State title or equivalent documents 



Vehicle Identification Number Inspection (VIN) 

Fees 

• Title 

• VIN Inspection 


• Plate 

Oregon Vehicles 


Oregon title or equivalent document 


Purchase date 


Fees 

• Title Transfer 


Oregon Vehicle – 

Replacement Title Only 

Application (735-515) 

Signatures of applicants 

If registered owner applying, all registered owners 

must sign. 

If lien holder applying, the lienholder must sign. 

Fees 

• Replacement Title 

Oregon Vehicle – 

Replacement Title & Transfer 

(if not subject to Federal Odometer requirements 

or one registered owner is remaining on the title) 

Replacement Application (735-515) 



• Lien Release (Unique line stamp and signature 

from lenders) 

• Bills of sale 

Purchase date 

Fees 

• Replacement Title 

• Title Transfer 

Registration Requirements 

Application (735-226 or 735-268) 

Domicile Certification (on application) 

Insurance/Financial Responsibility Certification (if 

applicable) 

DEQ Certification of Compliance 

(for certain model year vehicles in DEQ areas) 

HVUT (if motorized/55,000 lbs or more GVW) 

Fees 


• Plate (if plates issued) 

Surcharge fees (if applicable) 

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CUSTOMER NUMBER AND ADDRESS 

A customer number for an individual is most often the customer’s Oregon Driver License (ODL) number. If 

the customer does not have an ODL, use their instruction permit number or the ID Card number. For a 

business, the number is assigned by DMV. 

Each customer that does business with DMV has one file that contains the customer’s personal data such as 

name, address, weight, date of birth and other data pertaining just to that person. This file is linked to that 

person’s other files such as driving privileges and vehicle information. 

A business is also a customer of DMV. DMV assigns a customer number to every business, lender, etc., that 

does business with us. A customer file for a business contains such data as name and address. 

DMV does not type each customer’s name and address from their application when issuing a title. DMV 

enters the customer number and date of birth. The name and address shown in their customer file is what 

appears on the title. This allows DMV to process the paperwork or transactions for the customer in a more 

efficient manner. This is also true for businesses. If the application shows a new address, the first owner listed 

is the customer file that will be changed. 

You should complete the title application using the customer’s Oregon driver license, ID card or instruction 

permit number and date of birth, since this is the name that will be shown on the title when issued. If the 

customer does not want to use the name that is currently shown on their ODL, ID card or instruction 

permit, they will need to come to DMV and change their license to show the name they want to use. 

The name printed on the title will not match exactly as the name appears on the application if the 

name on the application is different than the name on the customer’s ODL, ID card or instruction 

permit. There are limited exceptions when the customer wishes to use a different name due to marriage, 

divorce, gender change or for religious reasons. 

If you do not list the customer number and date of birth on the application, DMV must take the time to look the 

information up. This is why it is very important to ask your customer for their ODL and date of birth and 

include this information on the application. We must have this information for EVERY owner shown on 

the application, including lenders. For a business, you will need to ask them for the customer number that 

DMV has assigned them. If a business does not know their customer number, you may contact DMV in Salem 

at (503) 945-5457 for the information. If any buyer does not have an ODL, permit, ID card, or customer 

number, leave this information blank on the application because DMV will need to assign a customer number. 

In the past, DMV maintained separate records for the customer’s driving records and every vehicle they 

owned. We now maintain one record for the customer. When the customer changes their address with 

DMV, they notify us once and all of their records are changed. This notice may come in the form of an 

address change notice or when an application is completed. 

If the application shows a new address, the first owner listed is the customer file that will be changed. DMV 

does not change other owners’ addresses listed on the application. When DMV processes the application for 

title, DMV will also produce an address change sticker for their ODL, ID card or instruction permit changed 

due to new address information on the application. 

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CHECKLIST FOR SUBMITTING TRANSACTIONS 

DMV has compiled this checklist for you to use as a tool when preparing transactions. These are common 

items found missing on transactions submitted. Please check for the following before submitting a title transaction: 

CHECKLIST FOR SUBMITTING TRANSACTIONS 

1. FEES 

a. The correct fees have been collected (replacement plates, plate transfers, custom plates 

and plate surcharges). 

b. A clear explanation is given of the registration fees that have been collected (i.e. 

replacement plates, plate transfers, plate surcharges, etc.). 

c. The shaded fee section on the front of the application for title is completed to break 

down title and registration fees. Although this area says “For DMV Use Only,” DMV 

prefers that you complete the fee section of the application. 

2. THE APPLICATION CLEARLY LISTS ALL REGISTERED OWNERS OR 

LESSEE/LESSORS AND ANY SECURITY INTEREST HOLDER(S). 

d. The customer number and date of birth for all owners are listed as well as customer 

numbers for businesses and dates of birth if applicable. The name and address on the 

application matches the name and address on their customer file for the first owner 

listed (check against their Oregon Driver License, Oregon ID Card or Instruction Permit). 

Registered owners who do not have an Oregon Driver License will be assigned a 

Customer ID number from DMV. It is important to enter the name and date of birth for 

each registered owner correctly. 

e. If there are two signatures on the bottom of the application for title, both parties must 

be listed as owners on the application (joint registered owners or lessee/lessor). 

f. If one or more of the owners listed on the application are the same as on the ownership 

document, the current owner(s) must acknowledge and agree to the addition. If a 

registered owner is added or removed from a title with a security interest holder, DMV 

needs authorization from the SIH listed on the title. 

g. If the registered owner is an individual (not a business) you must provide the residence 

address. (A PO Box by itself is not acceptable, even for small towns.) 

h. Survivorship may be requested by checking a YES or NO box to indicate survivorship, 

when two or more new owners are listed on the application for title. If neither box is 

checked, NO survivorship will be shown on the title. 

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CHECKLIST FOR SUBMITTING TRANSACTIONS (cont.) 

3. THE COMPLETE VEHICLE DESCRIPTION (YEAR, MAKE, BODY STYLE, VIN) 

IS ON THE APPLICATION. 

i. The VIN on the application for title matches that on the vehicle and the ownership document 

(title, replacement title application, etc.). If the VIN on the vehicle is different than on the 

title, you may need to get a more thorough VIN inspection or a corrected title depending on 

where the error occurs in the VIN. 

j. The VIN on the application for title matches the MCO. If the VIN on the vehicle is different 

than on the MCO, you will need to get the correct MCO from the manufacturer. 

k. The plate number of a transferred Oregon plate is listed in the "new plate number" box and 

the vehicle information for the vehicle from which the plate came is in the "remarks" section 

on either the front or back of the application. 

4. ALL ERRORS MADE ON THE DOCUMENTS ARE EXPLAINED. 

l. A Statement of Error or Erasure, Form 735-502, should be completed and attached for 

name errors only. 

m. A new odometer disclosure must be obtained for errors made while recording the mileage. 

n. Other errors such as in the vehicle description or VIN or address information should be 

corrected. (see section titled Corrections On Title Applications in Chapter E.) 

5. THE POWER OF ATTORNEY (POA) FORM IS COMPLETED AND ATTACHED. 

o. The VIN and the named attorney are included on the POA. 

p. The POA is properly exercised on the title. 

q. The POA is attached to the application. 

r. If the POA is a secure POA (for odometer purposes), be sure it is allowed to be used for 

this type of transaction. 

6. THE FORMER OWNERS HAVE RELEASED THEIR INTEREST IN THE VEHICLE. 

s. The dealer release is included on the back of the title, on an odometer disclosure form 

or on a separate bill of sale. 

t. Connecting releases for all transfers of ownership of the vehicle are included. 

u. The releases match the name exactly as it appears on the title. 

7. THE "REMARKS" SECTION ON THE 735-226 IS COMPLETED WITH ALL 

INFORMATION NOT INDICATED ANYWHERE ELSE ON THE APPLICATION. 

v. There is a clear explanation of why you collected replacement plate fees. (What happened to 

the old plates?) 

w. You listed what vehicle the plates came from for plate transfers, including the complete VIN 

for the vehicle the plates came from. 

8. YOU ATTACHED ALL OF THE NECESSARY FORMS SUCH AS THE POA, BILLS OF SALE, 

LIEN SATISFACTIONS, DEQ CERTIFICATION AND STATEMENT OF ERROR OR ERASURE. 

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Chapter B: 

Application for Title and Registration, Form 226 

INTRODUCTION 

For title transactions (except title corrections), a DMV application form is required. The most commonly used 

form is an Application for Title and Registration, Form 735-226. When completing a Form 735-226 be 

sure all applicable boxes and spaces are filled in. 

Completing the Application 

FRONT 

Gray Shaded Areas: 

• When a Temporary Permit, Form 735-315 is issued, complete the permit number. (Dealers 

Only) 

• Mark the dealer transaction box if the document is being submitted by a dealer. 

• Fee boxes: See Chapter N for Fee Charts. 

Other boxes in this area are for DMV office use only. 

Line 1: 

• New Plate #: If the plate is transferred from another vehicle, write the transferred plate number in 

the new plate box. 

• Sticker #: DMV office use only. 

• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN on the vehicle must match the VIN on the 

application. It also must match the VIN listed on the ownership document (exceptions are discussed 

in Chapter E). 

• Oregon Title #: Complete title number if there is an existing Oregon title. 

Line 2: 

• Present Oregon Plate #: Current Oregon plate number. 

• Expiration Date: If plates are being transferred, complete the month/day/year of expiration of 

transferred plates. (Dealers only) 

• Vehicle Description: Year, make, and body style (see Chapter O). 

• Registration Weight/Length: List the weight or length of the vehicle if registered by weight/ 

length. 

• GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) over 26,000 lbs.: Check the appropriate box. The 

title fee is determined by the GVWR. Write in the REMARKS section: “GVWR under 26,000” 

OR “GVWR over 26,000,” whichever applies. 

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Line 3: 

• Farm ID # or Fleet Account #: If applicable. 

• Equipment #: Customer-assigned number. Seven digits maximum. Recorded for businesses 

only. 

• Motor Power: Check the appropriate box to indicate the type of motor power. “Hybrid” should 

be checked for vehicles that use electricity plus another source of power. If “other” is checked, 

write in the type of power that propels the vehicle. If powered by more than one type of motor 

power, write in all types used. 

Line 4: 

• Odometer Reading and Date of Reading: Dealers must provide the appropriate odometer 

disclosure (see Chapter I). This line should only be completed by the applicant if the required 

odometer disclosure(s) are not present. 

Line 5: 

• Name of Owner: Full name of registered owner or lessee (for individuals, complete as shown on 

ODL, ID card or instruction permit.) 

• ODL/ID/Customer # and Date of Birth: This information is needed to enable DMV to locate 

the customer on the DMV database files. Enter the customer number for all owners, including 

businesses. Include the date of birth for all individuals. 

Line 6: 

• Owner’s Residence Address: Address must be the actual residence address of the registered 

owner(s) or lessee(s) listed on line 5. If the registered owner is a business, use the actual 

Oregon business location. If the vehicle is primarily housed or dispatched from a location 

different than the actual business address of the owner, you must also provide the vehicle 

address on line 10. 

• Mailing Address: Complete the mailing address of registered owner(s), if it is different 

from the residence address listed. 

Line 7: 

• City, State, ZIP Code: This must match the residence address. 

• County of Residence: Fill in the owner’s county of residence. 

• City, State, ZIP Code: This must match the mailing address. 

• County of Mailing: Fill in the county of the mailing address. 

Line 8 & 9: 

• Name of Joint Owner or Lessee: Full name of the joint registered owner or lessee (for individuals, 

complete as shown on ODL, ID card or instruction permit.) 

• Customer Number and Date of Birth: This information is needed to enable DMV to locate the 

customer on the DMV database files. Enter the customer number for all owners, including 


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Line 10: 

• One-Time Mailing Address (Yellow Highlighted Area): Complete this area if the customer 

has a one time mailing address for the current application only. This address will be used as 

a one time special mailing address for the registered owner and is not retained on DMV 

systems. 

• Vehicle Address: Vehicle address means the residence or business address where the vehicle is 

primarily housed, or from where the vehicle is primarily dispatched when different than the actual 

residence or business address of the owner. 

Line 11: 

• City, State, ZIP Code: This must match the one-time mailing address. 

• City, State, ZIP Code: This must match the vehicle address. 

• County of Use: If the vehicle will be used in a county other than the county of residence, provide 

the name of the county of use. 

Line 12: 

• Survivorship: Check the YES or NO box to indicate survivorship. If neither box is checked, no 

survivorship will be shown on the title. 

Line 13: 

• Security Interest Holder Name: Required, if applicable. Enter the name (for individuals as 

shown on ODL, ID card or Instruction permit.) 




Line 14: 

• Security Interest Holder Address: List the security interest holder address including the street/ 

city/state/zip code. If the security interest holder is an individual, use the actual residence address 

of the person. If it is a business, use the actual business location. 

• Telephone Number: The telephone number is optional, but is helpful if more information is 

needed. 

Line 15: 

• Secondary Security Interest Holder Name: Required, if applicable. Enter the name as 

shown on the customer file. 




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Line 16: 

• Secondary Security Interest Holder Address: List the security interest holder address including 

the street/city/state/ZIP Code. If the security interest holder is an individual, use the actual residence 

address of the person. If it is a business, use the actual business location. 


needed. 

Lines 17 & 18: 

• Lessor’s Name, Customer Number and Date of Birth: If applicable. Enter the name as 

shown on the customer file. 

• Lessor’s Address: List the lessor’s address. If the lessor is an individual, use the actual residence 

address. If the lessor is a business, use the actual business location. 

• Telephone Number: The telephone number is optional but is helpful if more information is 

needed. 

Line 19: 

• Insurance/Policy Number: Complete when a renewal accompanies the title transfer and 

when there is no change in registered owners, such as when removing or changing the security 

interest holder, or when at least one registered owner is staying on the title. 

Line 20: 

• Signature of Registered Owner or Lessee: The signature of at least one registered owner or 

lessee is required and the date the application was signed. 


needed. 

Line 21: 

• Signature of Lessor: If a lessee, lessor and security interest holder are to be shown on the 

title, the signature of both the lessee and lessor are required on the application. The exception 

to this is when the lessor and security interest holder are the same. In these instances, only 

the lessee must sign. 

BACK 

• Remarks: If a plate is transferred from another vehicle, provide the vehicle description, 

including the complete VIN, for the vehicle from which the plates were removed. You may 

also use this section to write anything that may be unusual about the transaction. 

• Reconstructed/Assembled/Replica: Complete this section if the title was surrendered to DMV 

because the vehicle was an abandoned vehicle sold under ORS 819.220; wrecked, dismantled, 

disassembled, substantially altered; destroyed; totaled (for reasons other than theft); OR, if the 

vehicle is otherwise assembled or reconstructed or a replica (see Chapter K). 

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• School Bus Registration: Complete when registering a school bus. 

• Drug and Alcohol Testing Certification: This section is used if the vehicle is registered with “T” 

plates. The applicant must complete this certification (see Chapter M). 

NOTICE OF TRANSACTION SUBMITTED 

• Attached to this form is a yellow Notice of Transaction Submitted. This notice serves as evidence 

that a title and registration transaction has been submitted to DMV. The Notice of Transaction 

Submitted is only valid when the application has been stamped or validated by DMV. It also 

serves as a receipt when initial or renewal registration has been applied for. This form should be 

forwarded to the customer when it is received from DMV with the validating stamp. 

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Example of APPLICATION FOR TITLE AND REGISTRATION, FORM 735-226 

The actual size of the form is 8 ½” x 11.” 

(front) 

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Example of APPLICATION FOR TITLE AND REGISTRATION, FORM 735-226 

(back) 

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Chapter C: 

Application for Title and Registration for 

Manufactured Structures and Non-motorized Vehicles, 

Form 222 

Form 222, Application for Title and Registration for Manufactured Structures and Non-Motorized Vehicles, 

has been deleted. Please recycle any Form 222 you have on hand. 

Use Form 226, Application for Title for all DMV title transactions. 

Effective May 1, 2005, the manufactured structure program transferred to Oregon Building Codes Division. 

DMV no longer issues titles, registration, or trip permits for manufactured structures. Please contact the 

Oregon Building Codes Division, at (503) 373-1309 or see Building Codes’ website at http:// 

www.bcd.oregon.gov/lois/. 

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Chapter C: Application for Title and Registration for 

Manufactured Structures and Non-motorized Vehicles, Form 222

Chapter D: 

Application for Replacement Title, Form 515 

INTRODUCTION 

A replacement title may be applied for only when an Oregon title has been lost, destroyed, or mutilated. 

Each replacement title issued cancels all previous titles for that vehicle. A false statement on the application is 

a Class A Misdemeanor and could result in a fine of up to $5,000 or up to one year in jail, or both. Do not 

apply for a replacement title just as a convenience for your customer. 

If the dealer indicates the owner of record is no longer available to apply for a replacement title and a Secure 

Power of Attorney form was not used, the dealer will need to submit a statement explaining why the owner of 

record is no longer available and what was done to contact that owner. This will need to be done on a 

Certification of Ownership Facts, Form 735-550. For more information call DMV at (503) 945-5000. 

Completing this certification does not guarantee a title will be issued by DMV. 

Vehicles Not Subject To Odometer Disclosure 

A buyer may apply for a combined replacement title and transfer for vehicles not subject to odometer 

requirements. Vehicles not subject to odometer requirements are: 

• Vehicles 10 years old or older 

• Vehicles over 16,000 lbs. Manufacturer’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 

• Snowmobiles, Class I, Class II, and Class III All-terrain Vehicles 

• Vehicles not equipped with an odometer at the time of manufacture (for example, trailers) 

• Vehicles covered by a salvage title (if the odometer has been removed or destroyed) 

To apply for replacement title with transfer, the owner shown on DMV records completes and signs the Form 

735-515 and provides a release of interest, and the buyer completes the Form 735-226. DMV will accept a 

replacement title/title transfer transaction without the owner of record’s signature on the replacement title 

application when no odometer disclosure is required and all ownership releases (for example, connecting bills 

of sale) are provided within the transaction. Line 19 of the Form 515 must be signed by a person who can 

attest to the disposition of the title, if the owner(s) of record does not sign the Form 515. 

Vehicles Subject To Odometer Disclosure 

Federal regulations require an odometer disclosure be completed on the title document itself by the owner 

shown on the title for all vehicles subject to odometer requirements (see Vehicles Not Subject To Odometer, 

above). A title replacement transaction combined with a transfer on a vehicle subject to odometer disclosure 

cannot be done in one step. In this case, the owner of record must apply for a replacement title, complete the 

odometer disclosure on the back of the new title and provide the new title to the buyer. (See “Odometer” 

section of Chapter I.) 

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Chapter D: Application for Replacement Title, Form 515 

The following types of title transfers (for vehicles subject to odometer requirements) do not require a disclosure 

on the title document: 

• Any transfer where at least one registered owner remains the same, such as to add or remove a joint owner. 

• Any transfer solely to add, remove or change a security interest holder. 

Guidelines 

• A selling dealer MUST obtain a replacement title on behalf of the owners on DMV records (if the title is 

lost, destroyed or mutilated) before they may transfer a vehicle to another dealer. 

• If the original title has been mutilated, it must be attached to the Form 735-515. 

• A replacement title with transfer of ownership is not allowed if the vehicle is subject to odometer disclosure. 

• A replacement title must be obtained in the name of the owner on record. This can be done by the 

owner on DMV records completing a Form 735-515. When the replacement title is received, the 

owner must make the odometer disclosure on the title, OR 

• The replacement title can be mailed to a dealer or other purchaser by filling in the “one-time mailing 

address” box on the application. Be sure to include “c/o” indicating “in-care-of”, along with the 

dealer or purchaser name and address. Remember that the name and address information that is in the 

customer’s file is what will be printed on the title. The seller can provide a Secure Power of Attorney, 

Form 735-402, to the buyer. The disclosure must be made on the new title by the named attorney 

using the secure power of attorney. 

For instructions on using a Secure Power of Attorney, Form 735-402, with a replacement title see 

Chapter I. 

Who Must Sign the Form 735-515 

Only the SIH can apply for the replacement title, if DMV records show a SIH for a vehicle, and if they still have 

an interest in the vehicle. If the SIH applying for a replacement title is a bank or financial institution, the 

following are required by DMV to indicate the disposition of title: 

• A unique line stamp (if available) with a signature of an authorized representative and their title, OR 

• A statement on the SIH’s letterhead paper which includes a signature of an authorized representative and 

their title. 

If there are multiple security interest holders, all security interest holders must sign. If there are multiple lessors 

with no security interest holders, all lessors must sign. 

The registered owner may obtain a replacement title when there is a lienholder on the title record, only if the 

registered owner’s application is supported by a Statement of Lien Satisfaction, Form 735-524, or a written 

statement on the SIH letterhead, from the SIH that the security interest has been released. In this case, we 

need a signed Form 735-515, completed to show the vehicle information as the record currently appears, 

along with a Form 735-226 showing how the new title is to be issued. 

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The signatures of all owners shown on DMV records are required on the application to apply for a replacement 

title that was issued in more than one registered owner’s name without a SIH. This also applies when there are 

multiple security interest holders. Exception: DMV will accept a replacement title/title transfer transaction 

without the owner of record’s signature on the replacement title application when no odometer disclosure is 

required and all ownership releases (for example, connecting bills of sale) are provided within the transaction. 

Line 19 of the Form 515 must be signed by a person who can attest to the disposition of the title, if the 

owner(s) of record do not sign the 515. 

Branch Names on Replacement Title Applications 

DMV sometimes receives an application for a replacement title where the title was issued showing one branch 

of a bank as a security interest holder, but another branch of the same bank is applying for the replacement. 

If the application is for a replacement title only, DMV requires the application to be completed by the 

branch to which the title was issued, unless DMV receives verification with the application that indicates the 

branch to which the title was mailed does not have the title. An exception to this is when the title was issued to 

banks that have informed DMV that they have consolidated the handling of their titles at one location. (US 

Bank has done this.) 


Please read the section titled Customer Number and Address in Chapter A before completing the application. 

The ownership information must reflect what is currently shown on DMV records. 

FRONT 

Gray Shaded Areas: 

• Mark the dealer transaction box if the document is being submitted to DMV by a dealer. 


Line 1: 

• Present Oregon Plate Number: Current Oregon plate number. 

• Vehicle Description: Year, make, and body style. 

• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN on the vehicle must match the VIN on the 

application. It also must match the VIN listed on DMV records. 

Line 2: 

• Equipment #: Seven digits maximum. Recorded for businesses only. 

• Registration Weight/Length: List the weight or length of the vehicle if registered by weight/ 

length. 

• GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) over 26,000 lbs.: Check the appropriate box. The 

title fee is determined by the GVWR. 

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write in the type of power that propels the vehicle. If powered by more than one type of motor 


Line 3: 

• Name of Owner: Full name of the registered owner as shown on DMV records. (If an individual, 

complete as shown on the Oregon driver license, ID card or instruction permit.) Check the box 

for either owner or lessee. 

• Customer Number and Date of Birth: This information enables us to locate the customer on 

the DMV database files. Enter the customer number for all owners, including businesses. Also 

include the date of birth for all individuals. 

Line 4: 


owner(s) or lessee(s). If a business, use the actual Oregon location of the business. If the vehicle 

is primarily housed or dispatched from a location different than the actual business address of the 

owner, you must also provide the vehicle address. 

• Mailing Address: Complete the mailing address of the registered owner(s) if it is different from 

the residence address listed on line 6 & 7. If the replacement title is to be mailed to a dealer or 

other purchaser be sure to include “c/o” indicating “in-care-of”, along with the dealer or 

purchaser name and address in the one-time mailing area. The address information that is in the 

registered owner’s customer file is what will be printed on the title. 

Line 5: 



• City, State, ZIP Code: This must match the customer file mailing address. 


Line 6 & 7: 

• Name of Joint Owner or Lessee: Full name of the registered owner or lessee as shown on 

DMV records. If owner shown on this line is a lessee, print “lessee” after the name. 


the DMV database files. Enter the customer number for all owners, including businesses. Also 

include the date of birth for all individuals. 

Line 8: 

• One-Time Mailing Address: Complete this area if the customer has a one-time mailing address 

for the current application only. This address will be used as a one-time special mailing address 

for the registered owner. 

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• Vehicle Address: Vehicle address means the residence or business address where the vehicle is 

primarily housed, or from where the vehicle is primarily dispatched when different than the actual 

residence or business address of the owner. 

Line 9: 



• County of Use: If the vehicle will be used in a county other than the county of residence, provide 

the name of the county of use. 

Line 10: 



Lines 11 through 16: 

• Security Interest Holder: Required, if one is shown on DMV vehicle record. Name will 

appear on the title as it is in their customer file. 

• Security Interest Holder Address: List the security interest holder or lessor address including 

city and ZIP Code. 

• Secondary Security Interest Holder or Lessor: Required, if one is shown on DMV vehicle 

record. Name will appear on the title as it is in their customer file. 


the DMV database files. Enter the customer number for all owners, including businesses. Include 

the date of birth for all individuals. 


needed. 

CERTIFICATIONS/SIGNATURES: 

This section must be signed to request a replacement title. The person who has knowledge the 

last title issued was lost, destroyed or mutilated must sign the application. The application 

MUST be signed by the SIH or lessor if one is shown on DMV records (see section titled 

Who Must Sign The Form 735-515). 

EXCEPTION: if the transaction is to apply for replacement title with transfer, and is not subject to 

odometer requirements, and all ownership releases are provided with the transaction, the owners of 

record do not have to sign the application. However, someone must certify to the disposition of the 

title (by signing on line 19). 

NOTE: Versions of Form 515’s prior to the current one (3-05)have the old signature requirements in 

the instructions section. However, the new policy is in effect regardless of the revision date of the 

Form 515 used to apply for replacement title. The Form 515 is being revised to include new signature 

information. 

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Lines 17 & 18: 

• Signature of Owner, Security Interest Holder or Lessor: If there is no SIH or lessor shown 

on DMV records, or they have released their interest, all registered owners shown on DMV 

records must sign. If the security interest holder shown on DMV records is applying for the 

replacement title, the security interest holder must sign the application. In this situation, if they are 

to remain on the title, the registered owner signature is not required. See EXCEPTION and 

NOTE above. 

Line 19: 

• Signature Of Person Certifying The Title Is Lost, Destroyed, Or Mutilated, If Not An 

Owner Shown On DMV Records: This line is signed when a person, other than the owner on 

record, is certifying the title is lost, destroyed or mutilated. The owner(s) of record is still required 

to sign the application on line 17, even if they are unable to certify as to the disposition of 

the title. See EXCEPTION above. 

BACK 

The back of the application for replacement title contains information and instructions for completing the 

form. 

See Chapter I for information regarding obtaining an expedited replacement title due to reasons 

related to odometer disclosure requirements. 

NOTICE OF TRANSACTION SUBMITTED 

• Attached to this form is a yellow Notice of Transaction Submitted. This notice serves as evidence 

that a title and registration transaction has been submitted to DMV. The Notice of Transaction 




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Example of APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT TITLE, FORM 735-515 

The actual size of the form is 8 ½" x 11." 

(front) 

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Example of APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT TITLE, FORM 735-515 


(back) 

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Chapter E: 

Miscellaneous Title Application Information 

SIGNATURES ON TITLE APPLICATION 

DMV has developed guidelines for signatures on title documents: 

• Signatures on Oregon title applications must be a person’s full name. If a person’s full name includes 

initials, initials are allowed in the signature for the first and middle name, but not for the last name. 

• At least one registered owner must sign the application for title. 

• If a business name is listed as the registered owner, someone must sign for the company. DMV will accept 

an authorized representative’s signature; however, it is clearer if the business signs with their business name 

along with the signature of an authorized representative, such as: 

• Auto World by (signature of authorized representative); or 

• (Signature of authorized representative) for Auto World 

• No signature is required for a security interest holder. 

• If the application shows a lessee and lessor and no security interest holder, only the signature of the lessee 

is required. 

• If a lessee, lessor and security interest holder are to be shown on the title, the signature of both the lessee 

and lessor are required on the application. The exception to this is when the lessor and security interest 

holder are the same. In these instances, only the lessee must sign. 

• An owner’s “mark” in lieu of a signature is acceptable as long as it is accompanied by the signatures of two 

witnesses. 

• When a signature is required to be witnessed before a notary public, the document must bear the imprint of 

the seal or stamp of the notary performing the notarization. The notary public also must sign the notarization. 

Doing Business As (D.B.A.) Signatures 

When the application lists the owner as an individual or company doing business as (DBA) another name, 

DMV must have a signature from the primary individual or company. DMV will not accept a signature from 

the DBA name only. For example: if the vehicle is owned by John Doe DBA Ajax Autos, then John Doe is the 

primary owner and a signature is required from John Doe. 

Leasing 

A lease is a contract by which the owner (lessor) of a vehicle gives another person (lessee) the right to possess 

and use the vehicle for a specified period of time in exchange for periodic payment. 

A “lessee” is one who leases or rents property from another. 

A “lessor” is one who grants a lease or rents property to another. 

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Chapter E. Miscellaneous Title Application Information 

The lessor may designate whether the lessor or the lessee will be considered the registered owner of the 

vehicle, regardless of the length of the lease. If the lessee is not to be shown on the title, the application for title 

must be completed with the name and address of the lessor shown as the registered owner. In this case, 

there should be no indication on the application there is a lease involved. 

When the lessor is shown as the registered owner, the lessor must sign the application even though the lessee 

will be operating the vehicle. 

The lessee is required to be shown as the registered owner of a vehicle in order to qualify for certain types of 

registration or fees. If the application is for the following registration types, both the lessee and lessor must be 

shown on the title. These registration types include: 

• Government owned or operated (E plates) 

• Farm (F plates) 

• Tow/Recovery (TW plates) 

• Charitable/Non-Profit (CN plates) 

• Disabled Veteran (D plates) 

• Ex-POW (PW plates) 

• Amateur Radio Operator (HAM plates) 

• Permanent Fleet (PF plates) 

• National Guard (NG plates) 

• Manufactured Structure (trailer) Toters (T plates) 

• Group Plates (Some group plates are issued only to qualified applicants) 

If a customer requests, or the title documents indicate, a title be issued showing lessee/lessor, the Form 

735-226 should be completed as follows: 

• The lessee’s name(s), address, date of birth (if applicable) and customer number as shown on their ODL 

or identification card should appear in the owner/lessee section. Check the box to indicate lessee or 

owner. 

• The lessor’s name, address, date of birth (if applicable) and customer number should be shown at the 

bottom of the security interest holder section. 

• When there is a lessee, lessor and security interest holder, the security interest holder’s name, address, 

date of birth (if applicable) and customer number is shown in the top part of the security interest holder 

section. 

• If a lessee, lessor and security interest holder are to be shown on the title, the signature of both the lessee 

and lessor are required on the application. The exception to this is when the lessor and security interest 

holder are the same. In these instances, only the lessee must sign. 

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If the lessee is a company, the company name should be shown in the registered owner section of the application. 

The address must be the address of the company, not the address of the employee who will be operating the 

vehicle. If the vehicle is primarily located at an address other than the company address, such as the employee’s 

residence, that address may be entered on the Vehicle Address line of the application. (See section titled 

Customer Number and Address, Chapter A.) 

Note: It is not acceptable to show the lessor in the registered owner section with the lessee listed with a 

“c/o” address. 

When applying for a replacement title, the lessor does not need the signature of the lessee. If the lessor is 

transferring interest in the vehicle, all requirements for release of interest must be met including the release of the 

lessee or statement of lease termination (See Chapter F). 

Corrections on Title Applications 

The following errors can be corrected on a title application: 

• Addresses 

• Customer numbers 

• Dates of birth 

• The VIN (If one or two characters only and not in the sequential portion. If in the sequential portion, a 

new Form 226 must be submitted). 

• Vehicle information (make or year) 

Do not complete the Statement of Error or Erasure of a Name, Form 735-502, for the above corrections; 

Form 735-502 is for an error or erasure of a name only. To make corrections for the items listed above: 

1. Mark a single line through the incorrect information. 

2. Write the correct information above the incorrect information. If there isn’t room above, write the correct 

information as close as possible to the incorrect information. 

3. Initial the correction. When making a correction to the VIN, or any other unusual correction, explain the 

correction in the “remarks” section. The person making the explanation must give their name and title. 

This does not apply to name corrections. You need to complete the Statement of Error or Erasure of a 

Name, Form 502, if a name is entered in error. (See Chapter F) 

Vehicle Identification Number Inspection 

In certain situations, vehicles must be inspected to verify the vehicle identification number (VIN) prior to 

issuance of an Oregon title. 

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When A VIN Inspection Is Required 

1) For a vehicle previously titled in another state or country; 

2) When a vehicle is initially being titled as an assembled, reconstructed, or replica vehicle; 

3) For any vehicle that has been totaled, wrecked, dismantled, disassembled or substantially altered, or 

where DMV has an indication that the vehicle has been damaged (for example, a salvage title, salvage bill 

of sale, wrecker’s bill of sale, regular title with damage brand, etc.); or 

4) For any vehicle not certified by the manufacturer as conforming to US Federal vehicle standards. 

Who May Do Inspections 

DMV may do VIN inspections. Oregon State Police or other designated law enforcement agencies may do 

VIN inspections, when referred by DMV. Dealers may do inspections under limited circumstances. 

When a Dealer May and May Not Perform VIN Inspections 

The following are requirements and conditions for VIN inspections performed by an Oregon dealer: 

• The dealer must have a current dealer certificate issued by DMV. 

• Dealers may do inspections for vehicles coming from out-of-state, if the vehicle is one they will sell (not on 

consignment). 

• Dealers may do inspections for US Federal government titled vehicles in their stock when there is no 

indication on the documents that the vehicle is from out of country. 

• The vehicle being inspected must be a vehicle the dealer will sell (not on consignment). A VIN inspection 

is not valid if there is no bill of sale from the dealer who performed the inspection. 

• If the vehicle is to be titled in the name of the dealership, the VIN inspection done by that dealer is valid if 

it was performed prior to the decision to title in the name of the dealership. 

• Dealers may not perform inspections on vehicles that they are titling in the name of the owner of the 

dealership or to one of their employees. 

• Dealers may not do inspections for vehicles coming from out of country. 

• Dealers may not do inspections for vehicles covered in situations 2), 3), and 4) as listed in the section 

above titled When A VIN Inspection Is Required. 

• Dealers may not do inspections on vehicles as a paid service to the public for transactions they are not 

involved in. 

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Instructions for Dealers to Conduct the VIN Inspection 

When a VIN inspection is required, a DMV VIN Inspection, Form 735-11 (see example), must be completed, 

the VIN inspection fee collected and both submitted with the title documents. 

• Complete the applicant and vehicle information on Form 735-11. 

• Check the public VIN plate on the vehicle. (Usually on the dash, visible through the windshield.) 

• Check to see that the VIN plate is securely attached. 

• Write the number found in the spaces provided on the Form 735-11. 

• Complete the appropriate information in the VIN inspection area indicating: VIN location; VIN type; 

VIN attached by; and condition of VIN. Check the Federal Standards Sticker (usually on the doorframe) 

to make sure it agrees with the VIN plate. (Note: The federal standards sticker was not required on 

one stage vehicles until September 1, 1969 and on multi-stage vehicles until January 1, 1972.) 

• If the public VIN is missing or if the number does not agree with the number on the Federal Standards 

Sticker or the ownership documents, refer the inspection to DMV. DMV may refer the vehicle to law 

enforcement for inspection. 

• If the Federal Standards Sticker is missing or loose, or if there are other obvious signs that the public VIN 

or Federal Standards Sticker may have been tampered with, the vehicle must be inspected by DMV. 

• The person who actually inspects the vehicle must sign the Form 735-11. 

• Collect the $7 VIN inspection fee and submit with the title documents. 

If The VIN on the Vehicle Does Not Match the Title 

If there are any problems with the VIN on the vehicle or differences between that number and the number on 

the title documents, further inspection and/or documentation is required before DMV can accept a title application. 

The sequential portion of the VIN is generally the last 6 digits, which identify a specific vehicle. The nonsequential 

portion of the VIN is the remainder of the number, which identifies such things as the year, model, 

make, assembly plant, etc. 

ERROR IN NON-SEQUENTIAL PORTION OF 

VIN 

If there is a discrepancy in the number on the vehicle and the 

number on the title documents and that difference is in the nonsequential 

portion of the VIN, an explanation of that difference 

should be included on the Form 11. If that is the only problem 

with the VIN, the Form 11 may be submitted to DMV along 

with the title documents. DMV may, upon review, ask for further 

documentation or further inspection of the vehicle, but generally 

does not require a corrected title from the original state. 

If there are other problems 

such as the VIN on the 

vehicle is missing, altered, 

appears to have been 

tampered with, etc., the 

vehicle must be referred to 

DMV for further inspection. 

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ERROR IN SEQUENTIAL PORTION OF VIN 

If there is a discrepancy in the sequential portion of the VIN: 

• Contact the state that issued the title; 

• Obtain either a corrected title from the state of issuance or a letter from that jurisdiction stating that the 

VIN on the vehicle and their records match. The letter must also state that the title was issued with an 

incorrect VIN. 

If An Error Is Made On the VIN Inspection Form 

If an error is made in the VIN section, a new form must be completed. If the error is in the vehicle description 

(other than the VIN), owner section or another section of the form, an explanation of the error/alteration must 

be given. 

VIN Problems 

Any problems relating to the VIN on the vehicle or documents need to be taken care of before the application 

for title is submitted to DMV except when you are referring the vehicle to DMV for further inspection. To 

avoid not being able to provide your purchaser with a title in a timely manner or not being able to provide them 

with a title at all, such as when the vehicle turns out to be stolen, VIN problems should be identified and 

addressed whenever possible prior to the sale of the vehicle. Dealers may choose to inspect vehicles at the 

time of purchase to confirm the documents match the vehicle. For their own protection, they may also choose 

to inspect those types of vehicles and documents not required to be inspected by law. 

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Example of VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER INSPECTION, FORM 11 

FRONT 


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Example of VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER INSPECTION, FORM 11 

BACK 


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Chapter G: 

Ownership Documents 

MANUFACTURER’S CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN (MCO) 

DMV requires a Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO) to be submitted with all title applications for 

new vehicles. An MCO is also required for any reconstructed motor truck built using a component (glider) kit, 

which has not previously been titled or registered in Oregon or another jurisdiction. 

The following items must be included on an MCO: 

• The year, make, and vehicle identification number of the vehicle; and 

• The manufacturer of the vehicle; and 

• An assignment of ownership from the manufacturer (notarization is not required). 

The manufacturer of the vehicle must issue the MCO, unless the manufacturer has authorized 

someone else to issue it. 

Remember, any security interest holder shown on the MCO must: 

• Appear on the title application, or 

• Sign a release of interest. If the security interest holder is a business, the release must include the business 

name and a representative’s signature. 

See the example of an MCO on the following page. 

If the MCO has been lost, mutilated or destroyed, DMV will accept: 

1. A copy of the original MCO with a statement signed by the dealership owner or office manager to the 

effect “I certify this is a true copy and no other title application has been or will be made for this vehicle; or 

2. A certified copy of the manufacturer’s invoice to the dealer signed by the dealership owner or office 

manager with a statement to the effect: “I certify this to be a true copy”; or 

3. A duplicate MCO issued by the manufacturer. A duplicate MCO is the same as an original, but in most 

cases has “duplicate” stamped on the face of the statement or certificate. 

If the MCO is required but was not issued, DMV will accept: 

1. A statement signed by the manufacturer indicating an MCO was never issued; and 

2. A statement from the manufacturer indicating to whom they assigned their interest in the vehicle; and 

3. Connecting bills of sale or releases from subsequent purchasers. 

When either of the documents covered in 1 or 2 above is provided, the dealership owner or office 

manager must also certify that the original MCO was lost or destroyed. 

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Chapter G: Ownership Documents 

Signatures and Releases: 

A release of interest from a dealership is required when they sell a new vehicle. If the party to whom the vehicle 

was assigned is a DBA, the releasing signature must be from the person or parent company. For example, if 

the vehicle is owned by John Doe, DBA Ajax Autos, then John Doe is the owner and a signature is required 

from John Doe. 

When an MCO shows a flooring company, no release from that company is needed. Vehicles are “floored” 

when they are financed so the dealer can obtain possession of the vehicles to include in their inventory, and the 

loan is gradually reduced as the vehicles are sold. 

All owners (registered owners and security interest holders) listed on the MCO must be shown on the application 

for title. If an owner on the MCO is not listed on the application, DMV requires a release of interest from them 

or a new application for title must be completed to show all owners. 

This is an example of an MCO with a proper release and reassignment. 

(front) 

(back) 

OREGON TITLES 

An Oregon certificate of title must be obtained (or applied for) prior to the issuance of Oregon registration 

plates. The Oregon title is mailed to the security interest holder, or lessor, if there is one, to be retained until the 

security interest or lease has been satisfied. If there is no security interest holder or lessor, the title is mailed to 

the registered owner(s). 

The VIN on a certificate of title follows the frame of the vehicle and not the body or motor. The frame is basic 

to a vehicle, whereas a motor and body are interchangeable. For that reason, a certificate of title need not 

accompany the sale of a motor. 

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The Oregon title for a vehicle that has been totaled, destroyed, dismantled or substantially altered, 

must be surrendered to Oregon DMV. A salvage title may be applied for if the vehicle is to be sold or 

repaired. 

An Oregon title is valid until: 

• a later title is issued by Oregon DMV, or 

• a later title is issued by another state or jurisdiction, or 

• it is cancelled by Oregon DMV. 

CURRENT OREGON TITLE FORM 

The most current version of the Oregon Certificate of Title is dated May 2004. DMV began issuing conforming 

titles on January 2, 1992. Titles issued prior to January 2, 1992 are still valid. 

The following is a description of certain features on the May 2004 title form and instructions on how to use the 

certificate of title to transfer ownership. 

FRONT 

• Title Brands This area has a bold red outline and is used to indicate whether the vehicle has 

previously been damaged in another state, totaled, assembled, reconstructed, or is a replica vehicle 

or a glider kit. Note: the registration card produced with this title version also has a title 

brand area; see title example on following page. 

• Middle Section This section is not to be used to release interest in the vehicle. Registered 

owners must release interest and disclose the odometer reading on the back of the title. The 

middle section allows the registered owner to make application for title (without completing a 

separate application) when the only change is to remove a security interest holder. An odometer 

disclosure is not required in this situation. One registered owner must sign this section and send the 

title to DMV along with the title fee to have a clear title issued. The title will be mailed to the 

address on the customer’s file. (See section titled Customer Number and Address, Chapter A.) 

• Bottom Section This area is used to show any security interest holders. The security interest 

holder’s release is made in this section on the front of the title. 

BACK 

Application instructions, odometer instructions, seller notice requirements, and title brand information. 

One reassignment/disclosure area with space for a reassignment of interest and the odometer disclosure so 

buyer and seller can complete both requirements at the same time. 

• Reassignment There is only one reassignment area. Must be completed by the owner(s) shown 

on the title (seller) and the buyer of the vehicle. The seller must provide the buyer’s printed name, 

address, and date of sale or transfer. If the vehicle is subject to odometer, the seller must complete 

the odometer disclosure area. All owners do not have to sign on the title itself. They can sign a 

separate release or bill of sale. At least one buyer must print and sign their name, which indicates 

that they are aware of and agree with the odometer disclosure that has been provided by the seller. 

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• Lien Lienholder to be recorded and shown on new title may be indicated in this space (but must 

also be shown on the Oregon application for title). 

OREGON TITLE DESIGNS 

A previous revision of this chapter (January 2004) indicated there was a new Oregon title with a revision date 

of 1/04. However, this title revision (1/04) was never actually issued. A new revision dated 5/04 was released 

instead. An example is shown below. It is 7" X 8" and the color is blue and light red with a blue border. The 

major changes are a bold red outline area for title brands on the front, and only one reassignment area on the 

back. The registration card for this title version is also shown, as it is the first version with a title brand area on 

it. Examples of other versions of Oregon titles are on the following pages. 

(front) 

(back) 

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Below is an example of the Oregon title revision with date of October 2002. This title is 7" X 8" and the color 

is blue and light red with a blue border. 

(front) 

(back) 

Below is an example of the Oregon title revision with date of November 2001. This title is 7" X 8" and the color 

is blue and light red with a blue border. 

(front) 

(back) 

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DMV discontinued issuing the 7" X 8" lavender titles in January 1992. There are still valid titles of this design 

in circulation. 

(front) 

(back) 

DMV discontinued issuing the 7" X 8" green border titles in January 1986. However, there are still valid 

titles of this design in circulation. 

(front) 

(back) 

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DMV discontinued issuing the 3" X 5" green border titles in October 1979. However, there are still valid titles 

of this design in circulation. 

(front) 

(back) 

OUT-OF-STATE TITLES 

Oregon requires the current out-of-state certificate of title, salvage title, or salvage certificate to be submitted 

with an application for Oregon title for a vehicle from another state. The only exception is if the state does not 

issue certificates of title, salvage titles, or salvage certificates. If the state does not issue these ownership 

documents, DMV requires other acceptable proofs of ownership. 

All titles list the registered owner and most list liens or security interest holder information. All titles provide a 

place for the registered owner(s) to release interest and most titles provide a place for the security interest 

holder(s) to release interest. 

Each state may differ in its ownership structure. Some of the ownership structures you may see are as follows: 

• John Doe and Mary Doe 

• John Doe and/or Mary Doe 

• John Doe or Mary Doe 

• John Doe/Mary Doe 

• John Doe and Mary Doe JTRS 

• John Doe and Mary Doe JTWROS 

(JTRS and JTWROS both mean Joint Tenancy With Right of Survivorship.) 

Along with these varied formats, the release of ownership also varies from state to state. 

You will find that some states issue a non-negotiable title to the registered owner and the negotiable title to the 

security interest holder; some states have an additional form for the security interest holder to release interest 

on. Some states also issue Non-Repairable Vehicle Certificates, “Junk” Certificates, or a title that carries 

some other brand that indicates the vehicle is not to be retitled or that the vehicle has no resale value except as 

a source of parts or scrap. When an ownership document for a vehicle from another jurisdiction contains a 

word, term, brand, or notation indicating that the vehicle is not intended to be retitled, DMV will not issue an 

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Oregon title. The following are some terms that would indicate that DMV cannot issue a title: destroyed, 

dismantled, hulk, junk, non-rebuildable, non-repairable, parts only, scrap, wreck or wrecker only. 

Some states issue titles with a “Bonded” brand that includes an expiration date. The titling state will issue a 

bonded title when an applicant has possession of a vehicle but was unable to provide adequate documentation 

to establish ownership. The state requires a bond which will remain in effect for a specific period of time. If in 

that period of time no claim is made to recover the bond, it is returned and the brand can be removed from the 

title. Oregon DMV currently does not have authority to issue a branded title when we receive application for 

title for these types of vehicles. Therefore, we will accept bonded titles as valid ownership documents and 

issue an Oregon title. No brands will be reflected on the Oregon title issued. A Certification of Ownership 

Facts, DMV Form 550 , must accompany any application for Oregon title where a bonded title is submitted as 

the ownership document. If additional evidence of ownership is available, it should be submitted with the 

application and certification forms. 

Oregon DMV MAY follow the requirements specified by other states for their titles if we can 

determine what those requirements are. You may contact DMV Customer Assistance (see contact 

information in the Foreword), or the individual state that issued the title for information regarding the 

necessary releases and forms required to process your documents. The laws followed must be from one 

state; for example, we will not accept half of the transaction documents from California and half of them 

from Oregon. The customer would then be stating they followed two states’ laws. If we are unable to 

determine the other state’s requirements, the customer will be asked to obtain a title in the other state first. 

They may then bring that title to Oregon to apply for title. (See the Reference Sources section later in this 

chapter regarding publications that provide information on title requirements for various states.) 

IMPORTED VEHICLE TITLES 

Certain imported vehicles require unique information to title and register in Oregon. These include vehicles: 

a. Previously titled or registered in another country; 

b. Not manufactured for sale in the United States (having an MCO that was issued by other than the US 

authorized distributor); and 

c. Registered by the US Military or State Department. 

Imported vehicle title transactions have the same requirements as other vehicles, such as DEQ, federal odometer, 

releases from previous owners, domicile and residency and VIN inspections. 

Additional Requirements 

All VIN inspections for imported vehicles must be performed by DMV, Oregon State Police when referred by 

Oregon DMV, Oregon law enforcement with whom Oregon DMV has an agreement to perform VIN 

inspections, law enforcement from another state, provost marshal, commanding officer, or military police. A 

dealer may not do VIN inspections on imported vehicles, such as those listed in the section above, 

nor refer the vehicle to law enforcement for inspection. DMV does not require a VIN inspection for an 

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imported vehicle that is a new vehicle (never titled or registered) that has been manufactured to meet U.S. 

Federal EPA and DOT standards and is in compliance at the time it is imported. 

You must provide any ownership documents available with proper releases from previous owners. The ownership 

document may be a registration certificate. 

In addition to the original ownership documents from the country in which the vehicle was last titled and/or 

registered, DMV needs the following: 

I. Certified translation of any document written in a language which uses an alphabet different than English 

(e.g., Arabic, Greek, Japanese, Chinese, etc.). 

II. For vehicles which were not manufactured for distribution in the United States, DMV needs proof of 

compliance that indicates the vehicle meets US Federal Safety and Emissions Standards, or is exempt 

from those standards. ORS 803.045, 803.210 & OAR 735.022-090 (1) give DMV authority to request 

proof of compliance. A Federal standard sticker is not considered proof of compliance. Proof of compliance 

may be one of the following: 

A. Any U.S. Customs form that contains all the following: 

1. Vehicle description (must include at least the VIN) and; 

2. A U.S. Customs stamp that includes the date of entry, and the port. 

(DMV will accept copies of these documents) 

Note: If the customs document submitted is an Affidavit for Non-Resident or Temporary 

Entry, it is not evidence of compliance unless it specifically states the vehicle meets US EPA 

and DOT requirements. 

B. A letter from the manufacturer of the vehicle that clearly identifies the vehicle (VIN) and states that 

at the time the vehicle was manufactured it was made to meet U.S. Federal EPA and DOT standards 

for emissions and safety. 

1. If the letter does not indicate United States federal standards, they may be referring to federal 

standards of another country. Read the letter thoroughly. Sometimes these letters include 

“except, . .”. The “except” may mean it actually does not meet U.S. standards. If the 

vehicle does not comply with U.S. Federal passive restraint requirements, it must be 

brought into compliance. If the vehicle does not comply with dashboard labeling, this means the 

odometer reads in kilometers. This must be converted before customs will allow the vehicle to be 

imported. 

C. An MCO. Not all vehicles that have been issued an MCO have been manufactured to U.S. specifications. 

1. Usually a vehicle made to U.S. specifications will show the original assigned dealer or distributor 

with a U.S. address. The exception is vehicles issued to Overseas Military Sales Corporation 

(OMSC). Vehicles sold through this organization are built to U.S. emission and safety standards 

to be sold to military personnel overseas. 

D. A NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) Form HS-7 stamped by U.S. customs 

with the date of entry and port name. This form is only acceptable by itself if items 1 or 2A are marked. 

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If item 2B is marked, it must be accompanied by a letter from the manufacturer. If item 3 is marked, 

it must be accompanied by a DOT Bond release letter. If any other item is marked on this form, 

Oregon will not title the vehicle. 

E. An EPA Form 3520-1 that has been stamped by U.S. customs with the date of entry and port name. 

F. Letters from NHTSA and EPA stating this vehicle meets U.S. emission and safety standards. 

If you have any questions regarding the U.S. Customs requirements for vehicle inspections, you may contact: 

• U.S. Customs at (503) 326-3515 (Portland area); (541) 267-6312 (Coos Bay); (541) 265-6456 

(Newport); (503) 325-5541 (Astoria); or (208) 334-9062 (Boise) or write to: 

U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION 

PO BOX 55580 

Portland OR 97238-5580; 

NOTE: it is recommended that you telephone Customs to discuss their requirements 

• U.S. EPA at (202) 564-9660 or write to: 

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY 

Vehicle Programs & Compliance Division (6405-J), Attn Imports 

401 M Street, S.W. 

Washington D.C. 20460; 

• U.S. DOT (Department of Transportation) at (202) 366-4000 or write to: 

OFFICE OF VEHICLE SAFETY 

Compliance Organization, Imports Division 

NSA-32, NHTSA 

400 7th St. S.W. 

Washington D. C. 20590. 

We do not require proof of compliance with U.S. Federal standards when: 

• The vehicle has previously been titled or registered in Oregon or another state. (This applies even if the 

vehicle has left the country and returned. Since Customs and NHTSA do not require proof of standards 

upon return, neither does Oregon.) 

• The MCO indicates the vehicle was manufactured to meet U.S. federal standards. Some manufacturers 

only issue an MCO if the vehicle was made to U.S. specifications. These are: 

– Audi – Long Chi utility trailers 

– BMW – Saab 

– Frames from Tripoli Manufac. Inc. – Volkswagen 

– Harley Davidson – Volvo 

– Mercedes Benz 

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• The vehicle is a snowmobile, ATV, forklift or other vehicle or equipment of this nature. 

• The vehicle is year model: 

− 25 years or older; it is not subject to federal safety standards 

− 21 years or older; it is not subject to federal emissions standards 

• Vehicles imported from a U.S. protectorate or territory. 

Imported vehicles also need a completed and signed Certification Of Liens And Compliance With Federal 

Emission And Safety Standards On An Imported Vehicle, Form 735-6436, signed by the owner as shown 

on the out-of-country ownership document and by the applicant for Oregon title. If the owner shown on the 

out of country ownership document is not available to sign the Certificate of Liens, the applicant may certify 

that the vehicle is free of all liens and encumbrances with their signature in the Certification of Compliance 

section. 

VEHICLES IMPORTED FROM CANADA 

Vehicles imported from Canada have the same title requirements as other vehicles plus a few additional 

requirements. To title a vehicle imported from Canada, DMV needs: 

1. An ownership document 

2. Application for Title 

3. A VIN Inspection (a dealer may not do a VIN inspection on an imported vehicle) 

4. Odometer disclosures (if applicable) 

5. DEQ (if applicable) 

6. Releases from previous owners 

7. Fees 

8. Proof the vehicle meets, or is exempt from, U.S. emission and safety standards. (Refer to the 

previous section in this chapter for information.) 

9. Certification of Liens and Compliance With Federal Emission and Safety Standards on an 

Imported Vehicle, Form 735-6436. (Refer to the previous section in this chapter for information.) 

Ownership Documents - New Vehicles 

New vehicles from Canada may have an MCO. They may also have a New Vehicle Information Statement 

(NVIS). The NVIS is a form that the first assigned dealership completes for the vehicle. DMV does not 

recognize the NVIS as an ownership document. A NVIS is not a secure document and does not give 

DMV the complete ownership trail from the manufacturer to the applicant. DMV WILL NOT ACCEPT 

THE NVIS AS AN OWNERSHIP DOCUMENT. 

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An MCO is required on all vehicles with a model year of 1988 or newer that were built by a manufacturer; or 

are reconstructed motor trucks built using a component kit. 

If an MCO is required but was not issued, DMV will accept the following: 

• A statement signed by the manufacturer indicating an MCO was never issued and to whom they assigned 

their interest in the vehicle; and 

• Connecting bills of sale or releases from subsequent purchasers. 

If the manufacturer will not provide a statement, we must have the Canadian registration card. This means that 

a dealer, broker, and/or individuals may have to register the vehicle in Canada before applying for title in 

Oregon. If they are unable or unwilling to do so, DMV will not issue an Oregon title. 

Ownership Documents - Used Vehicles 

Canadian provinces do not issue titles for vehicles. The only ownership document for a vehicle previously 

registered in Canada is a registration certificate. The three most common provinces and registration certificates 

are as follows (see examples later in this chapter): 

• British Columbia: The registrations are in two parts and have a space for a validated signature or a 

validated stamp. The upper portion of the certificate is the insurance portion and the lower portion is the 

vehicle registration. The Canadian owner may turn the insurance portion back in to get credit for any 

remaining portion of the insurance. Therefore, DMV will accept the lower portion of this certificate, the 

Vehicle Registration. 

• Ontario: The registration certificate has a space for the signature of the Minister of Transportation. 

Ontario does not require an office/bureau number and an effective date to be printed on the registration. 

• Alberta: The registration certificate has a printed agent number and validated date. 

If the owner on the out of country registration does not have the valid Canadian registration, they need to 

attempt to get a replacement registration from the Canadian Province where the vehicle was registered. If they 

cannot get a replacement registration, they need to submit a written statement from the DMV of the Canadian 

Province where the vehicle was registered. The statement must identify the vehicle and state the last owner 

according to their records. DMV must receive the original written statement or letter. 

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REFERENCE SOURCES 

There are publications that provide information on title requirements in various states. Oregon DMV is aware 

of manuals published by R.L. Polk, Peck and N.A.D.A. (there may be others). These manuals contain information 

for each state in the U.S. In addition to driver license and miscellaneous information for each state, the manuals 

contain information regarding: 

• Titles and Supporting Documents 

• Application for Title and Transfer of Ownership 

• Application for Registration 

• Registration Fees and Taxes 

• Security Interest and Repossession 

• Operation of Law 

All three of these manuals list addresses and telephone numbers for each state’s DMV. 

• Polk’s Motor Vehicle Registration Manual can be ordered by contacting: 

Polk 

Publications and Services 

26955 Northwestern Hwy 

Southfield, MI 48034 

1-800-435-7804 x 7737 

• Peck’s Title Book can be ordered by contacting: 

Stephens-Peck, Inc. 

PO Box 1826 

Salt Lake City UT 84110 

• N.A.D.A.’s Book can be ordered by contacting: 

N.A.D.A. 

PO Box 7800 

Costa Mesa CA 92628-9862 

1-800-966-6232 

AAA Digest of Motor Laws contains general information about motor vehicle laws and lists the DMV addresses 

and telephone numbers for each state. You can purchase the AAA Digest of Motor Laws from your local 

AAA. 

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Examples of CANADIAN REGISTRATION 

Example of ONTARIO REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE 

Example of ALBERTA REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE 

Example of BRITISH COLUMBIA REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE 

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Chapter K: 

Damaged/Totaled Vehicles 

INTRODUCTION 

Definition of “TOTALED” - A “Totaled” vehicle is: 

• A vehicle that is declared a total loss by an insurer that is obligated to cover the loss, or a vehicle that the 

insurer takes possession of or title to. This applies to both damaged and stolen vehicles. 

• A vehicle that is stolen, if it is not recovered within 30 days of the date of the theft and if the loss is not 

covered by an insurer. 

• A vehicle that has sustained damage that is not covered by an insurer and the estimated cost to repair the 

vehicle is equal to at least 80 percent of the retail market value of the vehicle prior to the damage. “Retail 

market value” is determined by using publications relied upon by financial institutions doing business in 

Oregon. 

The word “totaled” will appear on any Oregon title or salvage title issued for a vehicle that has been 

declared totaled. The word “totaled” will appear in addition to any other brand or designation such as 

“assembled,” “reconstructed,” or “replica.” However, it may appear alone on a salvage title. 

SURRENDERING THE TITLE/NOTIFYING DMV 

Vehicle Not Covered By An Insurer: 

The owner of the vehicle that is totaled due to damage must surrender the certificate of title to DMV within 30 

days of the date the vehicle became totaled and apply for a salvage title. (Instructions on how to apply for a 

salvage title follow later in this chapter.) 

A stolen vehicle not recovered within 30 days of the theft is considered a totaled vehicle. The owner should 

report the theft to law enforcement immediately. If the vehicle has not been recovered, the owner must notify 

DMV within 60 days from the date of the theft by completing Section 1 of the Stolen Vehicle Notification, 

Form 735-6927 and submitting it to DMV, and provide evidence that the vehicle was reported to law 

enforcement. The vehicle record will be marked to indicate the vehicle is totaled and title was not surrendered. 

Once the vehicle is recovered, the owner should notify DMV whether the vehicle is totaled due to damage or 

not by submitting Section 2 of Form 6927 and all requirements (such as surrendering title and applying for new 

title, etc.). A VIN inspection and VIN inspection fee are also required when a new title is applied for. 

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Chapter K: Damaged/Totaled Vehicles 

STOLEN VEHICLE NOTIFICATION TO DMV, FORM 735-6927 

BACK 

Information about stolen vehicle procedures and instructions to complete the form. 

FRONT (SECTION 1 AND SECTION 2) 

• Vehicle description: Plate number, year, make and body style. 

• Vehicle identification number (VIN): The complete VIN must be listed here. 

• Oregon title number: If applicable. 

• Police agency reported to: The name of the law enforcement agency where the police report was 

filed. 

• Police report number: The case number of the police report filed. 

• Name(s) of registered owner(s): Full name of owner(s). 

• Address: Must indicate where the registered owner may be contacted if more information is needed. 

• Telephone Number: The phone number is optional but is helpful if more information needed. 

• Signature: Registered owner’s signature. 

Submit section 1 to report the unrecovered stolen vehicle. When the vehicle is recovered, submit 

section 2. Before the vehicle can be registered, DMV will need to do a VIN inspection of the vehicle. 

Example of STOLEN VEHICLE NOTIFICATION, FORM 735-6927 

The actual size of the form is 8 ½" x 11" (on orange paper). 

(front) 

(back) 

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SELLING A TOTALED VEHICLE 

Any business or individual who declares a vehicle totaled needs to give the buyer the salvage title. If the title was 

surrendered to Oregon DMV and no salvage title was issued, the seller must give the buyer a bill of sale that states: 

• The vehicle is totaled; 

• The title has been surrendered to DMV; and 

• The vehicle must be retitled as an assembled, reconstructed, or replica vehicle; or the vehicle is a recovered 

stolen vehicle that is not totaled because of damage. 

BUYING OR SELLING A TOTALED VEHICLE 

Anyone who acquires a totaled vehicle with a title that has not been surrendered, must surrender the title to 

DMV. The title must also include releases from all persons or companies shown on the title. If the vehicle is 

going to be rebuilt or sold, a salvage title must be applied for. (The offense for not surrendering a title for a 

totaled vehicle is a Class A misdemeanor which carries a maximum penalty of up to one year in jail, a fine of up 

to $5,000 or both.) 

RETITLING RECOVERED STOLEN VEHICLES 

A vehicle declared totaled by an insurer only because it was stolen is subject to salvage title provisions. 

However, if the vehicle is recovered and it is not totaled because of damage, the vehicle will not have to 

be titled as a totaled and assembled, reconstructed, or replica vehicle when the proper evidence is 

submitted with the application for title that indicates the vehicle is not “totaled” due to damage. 

Vehicle Recovered - Theft Loss Covered by an Insurer: 

If the vehicle was NOT totaled due to damage when recovered, the insurer must provide a written 

statement. The written statement must accompany the title application and must say that the vehicle is 

NOT totaled according to Oregon law. If this statement is not provided by the insurance company, the 

vehicle can only be retitled as totaled and either assembled, reconstructed, or replica. 

A VIN inspection and VIN inspection fee are required when a new title is applied for. The VIN inspection may 

only be done by DMV or or a designated law enforcement agency. 

NOTICE/PROOF OF COMPLIANCE, FORM 735-6017 

If a vehicle is to be wrecked, disassembled or dismantled, with no intent to ever rebuild or repair the vehicle, 

to transfer the vehicle or frame or unibody, or to use the frame or unibody of the vehicle in repairing or 

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constructing another vehicle, DMV must be notified on a Notice of Vehicle to be Dismantled/Proof of 

Compliance, Form 6017. 

This form is not to be used by wreckers. The first copy of this form must be submitted to DMV no more than 

7 days before the vehicle is completely destroyed. The second and third copies must be submitted to DMV 

with the primary ownership document after the vehicle is completely destroyed. DMV will stamp and date one 

copy of the form as proof of compliance and return it to whoever surrendered the title. If the primary ownership 

document is not available to submit to DMV, the individual or business will need to contact DMV for more 

information. 

Example of NOTICE OF VEHICLE TO BE DISMANTLED/PROOF OF 

COMPLIANCE, FORM 6017 


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DEFINITIONS 

The following definitions are summarized from DMV Administrative Rules. 

Disassemble, Dismantle, Wreck 

• Total destruction of the vehicle such as where the vehicle is taken apart with the intention of never again 

being operated as a vehicle (regardless of whether or not the frame or unibody will be used to repair, 

rebuild, or construct another vehicle). 

• The crushing, compacting, or shredding of the vehicle. 

• The engine, drive train, and transmission are removed and the frame or unibody is sold or transferred 

separate from these parts. 

• The permanent removal of the wheels and frame or undercarriage of a trailer. 

• The vehicle no longer meets the definition of a vehicle under ORS 801.590. 

• The destruction of the frame or unibody of the vehicle. 

• The clipping of any quarter, section, or half of the vehicle. 

Substantially Altered 

• The frame or unibody being cut, severed, or welded together with parts of two or more vehicles or other 

materials. 

• Changes or alterations to the body of a vehicle which cause the body to no longer resemble the original 

vehicle, or which cause the vehicle to meet the definition of an assembled, reconstructed, or replica vehicle. 

Salvage Titles 

An Oregon Salvage Title Certificate is a legal document, which indicates that the vehicle was totaled, 

wrecked, dismantled, stolen or abandoned. It also indicates ownership of the vehicle. The salvage title 

is mailed to the person or firm shown on the document as owner. (There are no security interest 

holders, lessors or lessees shown on the salvage title.) 

The Oregon salvage title is valid until the vehicle is rebuilt, dismantled or recovered and a regular 

Oregon title is issued. Salvage titles follow the frame or unibody of a vehicle. If the frame or unibody 

is sold or transferred, the salvage title should be assigned and given to the new buyer. 

Under OAR 735-24-170, dealers, rebuilders, wreckers, and insurers who acquire a vehicle already covered 

by a salvage title issued by Oregon or a salvage title or salvage certificate issued by some other state, will 

not be required to apply for an Oregon salvage title in their name. If the vehicle frame or unibody is 

acquired by any other party, they must apply for salvage title in their name. Information on how to apply for a 

salvage title appears later in this chapter. 

If the frame or unibody is completely destroyed, the salvage title should be surrendered with a signed statement 

indicating this has been done; or, if a wrecker surrenders the salvage title, a Wrecker’s Vehicle Notice to 

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Driver and Motor Vehicle Services, Form 735-270, must be submitted with the salvage title. (See Chapter 

Q on how to complete the Form 735-270.) 

If the vehicle is repaired, rebuilt, or if the frame or unibody is used in constructing another vehicle, the salvage 

title should be surrendered in support of an application for certificate of title on the assembled or reconstructed 

vehicle. Information on how to apply for an assembled, reconstructed or replica vehicle title appears later in 

this chapter. 

Oregon began issuing Salvage Title Certificates on January 2, 1992. There are several situations in which a 

salvage title must be applied for: 

• When the vehicle has been wrecked, dismantled, disassembled or substantially altered (ORS 819.010) 

and you intend to rebuild or repair the vehicle. 

• When the vehicle has been totaled and the title is required to be surrendered (ORS 819.012 or 819.014). 

• When you buy an abandoned vehicle sold under ORS 819.220 (appraised at $1,000 or less but more 

than $500). 

You do not need to apply for a salvage title if you do not intend to rebuild or repair the vehicle, to transfer the 

vehicle, or to use the frame or unibody for repairing or constructing another vehicle. 

If the vehicle has been repaired or is otherwise operable before a salvage title can be applied for, a regular 

Oregon title may be applied for following the guidelines found later in this chapter regarding assembled, 

reconstructed and replica vehicles. 

Vehicle Types Subject To Salvage Titles 

All vehicle types required to be titled or registered in this state, if operated over the highways, snowmobiles, 

manufactured structures (except those exempt from title under ORS 820.510), and any other vehicle that has 

been issued a certificate of title by DMV or some other jurisdiction are subject to salvage titles. 

Registration/Security Interests 

Any existing registration for a vehicle is canceled when a salvage title is issued. Registration is not allowed and 

the vehicle may not be operated on the highways of Oregon until an application for certificate of title on the 

assembled, reconstructed, or replica vehicle is applied for. 

No security interest information is shown on a salvage title. 

Oregon Salvage Title Certificate 

The most current version of the Oregon Salvage Title is dated January 2004. The significant change with this 

version is that there is now only one reassignment area on the back of the form. 

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Below is an example of the January 2004 version of the Oregon Salvage Title Certificate. It is blue and pink 

rainbow colored with a red border, and the size is 8" X 7". 

(front) 

(back) 

Below is an example of the October 2002 version of the Oregon Salvage Title Certificate. It is blue and pink 

rainbow colored with a red border, and the size is 8" X 7". 

(front) 

(back) 

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Submitting Salvage Title Applications 

Salvage title applications should be submitted directly to DMV headquarters office at the following address: 

DMV 

Attn: Totaled Vehicle Desk 

1905 Lana Avenue NE 

Salem OR 97314-2251 

If they are not submitted in this manner, the processing time will be longer. 

SALVAGE TITLE REQUIREMENTS 

Following are the basic requirements needed to issue a salvage title. Further requirements may be necessary 

depending on the individual transaction. 

Primary Ownership Document Has Not Been Surrendered To DMV: 

• A primary ownership document is required for all vehicles. A primary ownership document may include 

but is not limited to: an Oregon title, an MCO, an out-of-state title, a salvage title, or a sheriff’s bill of sale. 

• A completed Application for Salvage Title, Form 735-229, signed by at least one owner. A letter or 

computer printout is an acceptable application as long as it contains all the information needed in a format 

acceptable to DMV. 

• Title fees (see Chapter N). 

Primary Ownership Document Has Been Surrendered To DMV: 

• A completed Form 735-229, (a letter or computer printout as noted above is acceptable) signed by at 

least one owner. 

• Title fees (see Chapter N). 

REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSFERRING SALVAGE TITLES 

Unless the vehicle is a totaled stolen vehicle that has been recovered with little or no damage (see below), 

follow the same requirements as in the Assembled/ Reconstructed/ Replica section of this chapter. 

Totaled Stolen Vehicles - No Damage 

• The current Oregon salvage title certificate with proper releases from all persons or firms who previously 

had an interest. 

• A completed Form 735-226, signed by at least one new owner. 

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• If the vehicle is not totaled due to damage, a signed statement to that effect from the insurance company. 

• A VIN inspection and fee. 

• Appropriate fees (See Chapter N) 

REGISTRATION FOR SALVAGE VEHICLES 

When the salvage title certificate is issued, the current registration is canceled. Registration is not allowed on 

vehicles issued a salvage title certificate. Salvage titled vehicles may not be operated on the highways of the 

state. Registration may be applied for after the vehicle is rebuilt and an Oregon title is applied for or issued. 

The vehicle will be assigned a new plate number and new expiration date. Registration and a regular Oregon 

title may be applied for at the same time or separately. (See Chapter L for more information on how to apply 

for registration.) 

APPLICATION FOR SALVAGE TITLE, FORM 735-229 

Completing the Application. 


Be sure all applicable boxes and spaces are filled in. 

FRONT 

Reason for Salvage Title: 

• Check the appropriate box. 

Gray Shaded Area: 


(Other boxes in this area are for DMV office use only.) 

LINE 1: 

• Present Oregon Plate Number: Plate number of vehicle at time of salvage. 

• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN on the application must match the VIN on the 

vehicle and Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin for new vehicles or the title for used vehicles (exceptions 

are discussed in Chapter A). 

• Oregon Title Number (Gray Shaded Area): If applicable. 

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LINE 2: 

• Vehicle Description: Year, make and body style. 

• Motor Power: Check the appropriate box to indicate the type of motor power. If “other” is checked, 

write in the type of power that propels the vehicle. If powered by more than one type of motor power, 

write in all types used. 

• Equipment Number: If applicable. 

• Reference Number: Optional. Prints an insurance claim/policy number and date of loss if this is 

desired on the title (cannot exceed 16 characters). 

LINE 3: 

• Odometer Reading and Date of Reading: Must be completed to show the mileage on the odometer 

and the date the mileage was recorded by the applicant. In signing the application, the applicant 

certifies this information is correct. 

• Odometer Disclosure Certification: Must be completed if the odometer reading is not actual 

mileage or exceeds mechanical limits 

LINE 4: 

• Name of Owner: Full name of the registered owner. Name issued on the Salvage title will be what 

is shown on the ODL, ID card or permit, for individuals. 


customer on the DMV database files. Enter the customer number for all owners, including businesses. 

LINE 5 AND 6: 


owner(s) or lessee(s), including the city, state and zip code. If the registered owner is a business, 

use the actual Oregon location of the business. If the vehicle is primarily housed or dispatched 

from a location different than the actual business address of the owner, you must also provide the 

vehicle address. 


• Mailing Address: Address must indicate where the salvage title is to be sent. Complete if the 

mailing address is different from the residence address listed on line 4, including city, state and ZIP 

Code. 


LINES 7 AND 8: 





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• One-Time Mailing Address: If the salvage title is to be mailed to an insurance company or other 

interested party not listed as the owner, be sure to list the insurance company or other interested party 

name and address. The name and address information that is in the registered owner’s customer file is 

what will be printed on the title. 

LINE 11: 



LINE 12: 

• Insurance Companies: If an insurance company is applying, they certify by signing the form that all 

previous owners’ interest has been satisfied. 


• Signature of Owner: The signature of at least one owner is required. 

• Telephone Number: The phone number is optional but is helpful if more information needed. 

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Example of APPLICATION FOR SALVAGE TITLE, FORM 735-229 


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APPLICATION FOR SALVAGE TITLE ON APPLICANT’S 

FORM 

Below is an example of what would be acceptable if an applicant submits the application for 

salvage title in letter form. 

APPLICATION FOR SALVAGE TITLE 

Salvage title is being applied for because the vehicle has been totaled. 

An Insurance Company 

112 Main St. SE 

Somewhere OR 97314 

Plate: XYZ123 Year: 1992 Make: Chev 

Style: PU Model: ¾ ton extended cab 

VIN: 2GCFK29KXN1172391 Title: 9312303410 

Reference No: 12-3456-789 

An Insurance Company 

112 Main St. SE 

Somewhere OR 97314 

By completing and signing the statement below, I am certifying that under Oregon Law, it is a crime to 

knowingly make any false statement on application for title (ORS 803.070). Offense is a Class A misdemeanor 

and is punishable by a jail sentence up to one year, a fine up to $5,000, or both. 

Federal and state laws require I state the mileage when there is a transfer of ownership. Failure to complete an 

odometer disclosure or providing a false statement may result in fines and/or imprisonment. Under Oregon 

law, the offense of submitting a false odometer statement is a Class C. Felony (ORS 815.430). 

Odometer Reading: 76,123 Date of Reading: 01-02-02 

____ I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the odometer reading is the actual mileage. 

____ I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge, the odometer reading reflects the amount of mileage 

in excess of its mechanical limits. 

____ I certify that the odometer reading is not the actual mileage. 

"Warning - Odometer Discrepancy" 

I certify that all prior interests have been satisfied. 

I certify that the information on this application is true and correct. 

Signature______________________________Date _______________________ 

Claim Rep.: An Insurance Company Representative 

Telephone number: (503) 378-0000_ 

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REPLACEMENT SALVAGE TITLE REQUIREMENTS 

A replacement salvage title is available if the original salvage title is lost, destroyed or mutilated. An application 

for replacement salvage title must be made by the person or persons to whom the salvage title was originally 

issued. The replacement salvage title will be issued in the same name as the previous salvage title. The only 

exceptions are: 

• When the owner of record is deceased or his/her interest is transferred by operation of law, or 

• When the whereabouts of the owner are unknown or the owner is otherwise unavailable to apply. 

“Unavailable to apply” does not pertain if the owner of record is an insurer currently doing business in this 

state, or a dealer or wrecker currently licensed by Oregon DMV. 

• For a title replacement along with a transfer of ownership, when there is no odometer disclosure required, 

and the new owner provides releases of interest from all owners, the new owner may apply for replacement 

title (and transfer). 

APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT SALVAGE TITLE, FORM 735-230 



Be sure all applicable boxes and spaces are filled in. 

FRONT 




Line 1: 

• Present Oregon Plate Number: Plate number of vehicle as shown on DMV records. 

• Vehicle Description: Year, make and body style. 

• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN on the application must match the VIN on the 

vehicle and the VIN listed on DMV records (exceptions are discussed in Chapter A). 

Line 2: 

• Motor Power: Check the appropriate box to indicate the type of motor power. If “other” is checked, 

write in the type of power that propels the vehicle. If powered by more than 1 type of motor power, 

write in all types used. 

• Reference Number: If applicable. This area is for an insurance claim or policy number and date of 

loss if this information is desired on the title (cannot exceed 16 characters). 

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• Title Number: List the current Oregon salvage title number if known. 

Line 3: 

• Name of Owner: Full name of registered owner. Name used will be what is shown on the ODL, ID 

card or permit, for individuals. 



Lines 4 & 5: 

• Owner’s Residence Address: Fill in the address as it appears on the registered owner’s ODL, ID 

card or permit, including the city, state and zip code. If the registered owner is a business, use the 

actual Oregon location of the business. If the vehicle is primarily housed or dispatched from a location 

different than the actual business address of the owner, you must also provide the vehicle address. 


• Mailing Address: Address must indicate where the salvage title is to be sent. Complete if the mailing 

address is different from the residence address listed on line 4 & 5, including the city, state and ZIP 

Code. If the salvage title is to be mailed to an insurance company or other interested party, be sure to 

include “c/o” indicating “in-care-of” along with the insurance company or other interested party 

name and address. The name and address information that is on the first registered owner’s customer 

file is what will be printed on the title. 


Lines 6 & 7: 



• Customer Number and Date of Birth: This information is needed to enable DMV to locate 

the customer on the DMV database files. Enter the customer number for all owners, including 

businesses. 

Lines 8 & 9: 

• One-Time Mailing Address: If the salvage title is to be mailed to an insurance company or other 

interested party not listed as the owner, be sure to list the insurance company or other interested party 

name and address. The name and address information that is in the registered owner’s customer file is 

what will be printed on the title. 

Line 10: 



NOTE: If you have a version of the application that has a Security Interest Section, lines 11 through 

16, you may disregard that section. There are no security interest holders, lessors or lessees shown 

on a salvage title, therefore you may disregard this section. 

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Lines 11 & 12: 

• Signature of Owner: All owners shown on DMV records must sign. Signatures of registered 

owners are required even if they have released interest. 

EXCEPTION: DMV will accept a replacement title/title transfer transaction without the signatures of the 

owners of record on the replacement title application when no odometer disclosure is required and all 

ownership releases (for example, connecting bills of sale) are provided within the transaction. Line 19 

of the Form 230 must be signed by a person who can attest to the disposition of the title, if the owners 

of record do not sign the Form 230. 

NOTE: Current (11/04 revision date) and previous Form 230’s have the old signature requirements in the 

instructions section. However, the new signature policy is in effect regardless of the revision date of the 

Form 230 used to apply for a replacement salvage title. Form 230 is being revised to include new 

signature information. 

Line 13: 

• Signature of Person Certifying The Salvage Title is Lost, Destroyed, Or Mutilated, If Not 

An Owner Shown On DMV Records: This line must be signed by the person certifying the title has 

been lost, destroyed or mutilated if this person is not an owner shown on DMV records (e.g., a new 

owner who purchased the vehicle and lost the title before they applied to DMV for title transfer). If the 

person is from a business, it must be signed and countersigned. 

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Example of APPLICATION FOR REPLACEMENT SALVAGE TITLE, FORM 735-230 


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ASSEMBLED/RECONSTRUCTED/REPLICA VEHICLES 

Vehicles are titled as assembled, reconstructed, or replica vehicles when they meet the definition of a totaled 

vehicle, a substantially altered vehicle or are sold under certain laws. 

An Assembled Vehicle Is A Vehicle: 

• With a body that does not resemble any particular year, model or make of vehicle; 

• That is not a vehicle rebuilt by a manufacturer; 

• That is not a vehicle built in a factory where the year, model and make are assigned at the factory; and 

• That is not an antique vehicle, a vehicle of special interest, a reconstructed vehicle or a replica. (ORS 

801.130) 

The title will indicate the year model as the year in which the building of the vehicle was completed. 

A Reconstructed Vehicle Is A Vehicle That Either: 

• Has a body that resembles and primarily is a particular year, model or make of vehicle; 

• Is not a vehicle rebuilt by a manufacturer; 

• Is not a vehicle built in a factory where the year, model and make are assigned at the factory; and 

• Is not a replica (see definition of a replica below); or 

• Is a motor truck that has been rebuilt using a component kit if the manufacturer of the kit assigns a vehicle 

identification number and provided a Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin for the kit. 

The title will show the original year model and make of the body. The word “RECONSTRUCTED” will be 

printed on the title and shown on the DMV title record. 

A Replica Is A Vehicle: 

• With a body built to resemble and be a reproduction of another vehicle of a given year and given manufacturer. 

(Example: A reproduction of a 1957 MG built with 1985 parts.) The title for a replica vehicle will show 

the year and make the vehicle resembles. The word “REPLICA” will be printed on the title and shown on 

the DMV title record. 

Title Requirements For Assembled, Reconstructed And Replica Vehicles 

The following items are required for DMV to issue a title for assembled, reconstructed and replica vehicles: 

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• The title or salvage title (or equivalent documents) for the frame of the vehicle or evidence that the title has 

been surrendered to Oregon or another state. 

Equivalent title documents: 

• Replacement title application certifying the current Oregon title has been lost, destroyed or 

mutilated, if the vehicle is not subject to federal odometer requirements. 

• Operation of law documents, such as a Sheriff’s bill of sale, court order, divorce decree or other legal 

document showing ownership. 

Evidence that the title was previously surrendered: 

• A salvage title. 

• If the title was surrendered to another state’s DMV and that state does not issue salvage titles, a bill of 

sale from an insurer or auto wrecker, which must state the title has been surrendered for cancellation to 

that state, or a letter from the other state’s DMV telling us the title was surrendered for cancellation to 

a DMV office in that state. 

• A letter from another state telling us the title was surrendered for cancellation to a DMV office in that 

state. 

• Indication on Oregon DMV records that the title was previously surrendered. 

• Original bills of sale, title, MCO or equivalent documents must be submitted for each major part. 

• All vehicles titled for the first time as assembled, reconstructed, or replica need a VIN inspection by DMV 

or a designated law enforcement agency. 

• A completed Assembled, Reconstructed or Replica Vehicle Certification, Form 735-6511, or the 

certification on the back of Form 735-226. 

• If you have met all of the above requirements, follow normal title application procedures. See 

Chapter A. 

PREVIOUS DAMAGE IN ANOTHER JURISDICTION 

When an owner is applying for title for a vehicle from another jurisdiction and submits documents that show the 

vehicle has been damaged or words of similar import, DMV will place a notation (brand) on the Oregon title. 

Effective August 2, 2004, the “Previous Damage” notation is no longer used, and there are new title brands. 

The new title brands include Flood (State Name), Glider Kit (State Name), Lemon Law (State Name), 

Replica (State Name) and Branded (State Name). 

If an out-of-state title has multiple brands or there is not an equivalent Oregon brand to match, DMV will issue 

the certificate of title with the notation “Branded” and the name of the previous jurisdiction (e.g., “Branded- 

California). If the title does not have any previous brands, “NONE” will appear in the brand box on the title. 

DMV will not convert current records showing “Previous Damage”notations until those titles are received for 

transfer. If the title is transferred in Oregon, the “Previous Damage” brand will be converted to “Branded 

(state name).” 

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Effective August 2, 2004, DMV also began using the “Glider Kit” brand, if applicable, for Oregon vehicles 

retitled in Oregon with a glider kit. An Oregon vehicle will not be branded with the “Glider Kit” brand unless 

the transaction includes a Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin stating the kit was manufactured and sold as a 

glider kit. The new brand will appear as Glider Kit (without a state name). 

A brand will not be placed on the Oregon title solely because the out of state title is a bonded title. However, 

a Certification of Ownership Facts, DMV Form 550, must accompany the application for Oregon title 

where a bonded title is submitted as the ownership document. If additional evidence of ownership is available, 

it should be submitted with the application and certification form. 

TOTALED IN OREGON 

The word “TOTALED” will appear on any subsequent Oregon title or salvage title issued for a vehicle that has 

been declared totaled under Oregon laws. This will be in addition to any other brand or designation indicating 

“assembled,” “reconstructed,” or “replica.” For vehicles that must be titled as assembled, reconstructed, or 

replica, for reasons other than for totaled, the “totaled” notation will not appear on the title. 

For more information on title branding call DMV Headquarters in Salem at (503) 945-5000. 

“NON-REPAIRABLE” VEHICLE CERTIFICATES AND APPLYING 

FOR OREGON TITLE 

Some states also issue Non-Repairable Vehicle Certificates, “Junk” Certificates, or a title that carries 

some other brand that indicates the vehicle is not to be retitled or that the vehicle has no resale value except as 

a source of parts or scrap. When an ownership document for a vehicle from another jurisdiction contains a 

word, term, brand, or notation indicating that the vehicle is not intended to be retitled, DMV will not issue an 

Oregon title. The following are some terms that would indicate that DMV cannot issue a title: destroyed, 

dismantled, hulk, junk, non-rebuildable, non-repairable, parts only, scrap, wreck or wrecker only. 

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Chapter L: 

Registration 

REGISTRATION 

When a title transaction also involves registration or renewal, there may be additional requirements. These 

requirements may include proof of financial responsibility (insurance), DEQ, residency/domicile, or Heavy 

Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT). These topics are covered in this chapter. For information on odometer requirements, 

see Chapter I. 

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION, RENEWAL, REPLACEMENT 

OR TRANSFER OF PLATES AND/OR STICKERS, FORM 735-268 

The Application for Registration, Renewal, Replacement or Transfer of Plates and/or Stickers, Form 

735-268, is used for registration transactions only. This form cannot be used to apply for title. 


FRONT 


• Permit #: When a Temporary Permit, Form 735-315, 

is issued, complete the permit number. 



Line 1: 

• New Plate # (Gray Shaded Area): If transferred from another vehicle, write the plate number. 

In the remarks area include description of the vehicle the plates were removed from. 

• Sticker # (Gray Shaded Area): DMV office use only. 

• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): List the VIN as shown on the Oregon title or registration 

card for the vehicle. 

• Oregon Title #: Current Oregon title number. 

Line 2: 

Please read about customer 

number and address in 

Chapter A before 

completing the application. 

• Present Oregon Plate # (Gray Shaded Area): Current Oregon plate number. 

• Expiration Date (Gray Shaded Area): List the expiration date of the plate, if transferred from 

another vehicle. 

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Chapter L: Registration 

• Year, Make, and Body Style: See Chapter O for Make and Body style abbreviations). 

• Equipment: Seven digits maximum. Recorded for businesses only. 

• Weight/Length: If applicable. 

Line 3: 

• Special Plates: List the type of plate applied for. List the name of the organization if a group 

plate is requested in the remarks area. 

• Farm ID# and Fleet Account #: If applicable. 



write in the type of power that propels the vehicle. If powered by more than 1 type of motor 


Line 4: 

• Name of Owner or Lessee: Full name of owner as shown on the ODL, ID card or instruction 

permit for individuals. The customer record for the owner listed on Line 4 is where the address 

information will be pulled from. 

• ODL/ID/Customer Number and Date of Birth: This information is needed to enable DMV to 

locate the customer on the DMV database files. Enter the Oregon driver license number, Oregon 

ID number, or Oregon customer number for all owners, including businesses. 

Line 5: 

• Owner's Residence Address: Address must be the actual residence address of the registered 

owners(s) or lessee(s). The address comes from the customer record for the owner listed on Line 

4. If the address on the application is different than the address in the customer record, the 

customer record will be updated to show the new address. If the registered owner is a business, 

use the actual Oregon location of the business. If the vehicle is primarily housed or dispatched 

from a location different than the actual business address of the owner, you must also provide the 

vehicle addresson Line 9. 

• Mailing Address: Complete the mailing address of owner listed on Line 4 if it is different from 

the residence address. If the dealership is renewing the registration of a vehicle in dealer stock, be 

sure to include “c/o” to indicate “in care of,” along with the dealer name and address. 

Line 6: 


• County of Residence: Fill in the owner's county of residence. 

• City, State, ZIP Code: This must match the mailing address of the registered owner. 

• County of Mailing: Fill in the owner’s county of mailing. 

Lines 7 & 8: 

• Name of Joint Owner or Lessee: Full name of owner as shown on the ODL, ID card or 

instruction permit for individuals. 

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• ODL/ID/Customer # and Date of Birth: This 

information is needed to enable DMV to locate 

the customer on the DMV database files. Enter 

the Oregon driver license, Oregon ID, or Oregon 

customer number for all owners, including 

businesses. 

Line 9: 

• One-Time Mailing Address: Only for this 

transaction. This address will not show on the 

customer record. If the registration is being mailed 

to a dealer, it is important the dealer address is 

listed here to avoid changing the registered owner's 

customer file address. 

Dealers may renew the 

registration on vehicles in 

their dealer stock. A Dealer 

Notice of Vehicle Purchased, 

Form 735-165, must 

accompany the application if 

DMV records do not already 

show one on file for the 

dealership. See Chapter S. 

• Vehicle Address: Vehicle address means the 

residence or business address where the vehicle is primarily housed, or from where the vehicle is 

primarily dispatched when different than the actual residence or business address of the owner. 

Line 10: 



• County (of vehicle address or use): If the vehicle will be used in a county other than the county 

of residence, provide the name of the county of use. 

Line 11 Certifications: 

• Certifications (Insurance Company/Policy Number and In-House Drug and Alcohol Testing 

Program): Complete if transaction is a renewal. 

Line 12 & 13 Signatures: 

• Signature of Owner: Signature of owner or authorized dealer representative and the date the 

application was signed. 


needed. 

Additional Information: 

• Transaction Type: Check the applicable box. If other, please list what type of transaction. 

• Plate Type: Although you can indicate the plate type here, also indicate the plate type in the 

Special Plates area on line 3. 

• Disposition of Plates: Check the applicable box(s). 

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Remarks: 

Back 

• If the vehicle is in dealer stock, the notation “vehicle in dealer stock” must appear in the remarks 

section of the Form 735-268. 

• School Bus Registration: Complete when registering a school bus. 

• Farm Vehicle and/or Tow/Recovery Registration: Information when registering a farm or 

tow/recovery vehicle. See Chapter P for Tow/Recovery information. 

• Important Notice and Certification For MCTD: Important information for vehicles with a 

combined weight over 26,000 pounds. 

Notice of Transaction Submitted 

• Attached to the application is a yellow Notice of Transaction Submitted. This notice serves as 

evidence that a registration transaction has been submitted to DMV. The Notice of Transaction 




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Example of APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION, RENEWAL, REPLACEMENT OR 

TRANSFER OF PLATES AND/OR STICKERS, FORM 735-268 


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DEQ CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE 

Certain year model motor vehicles in the Rogue Valley and Portland 

metro areas are required to obtain a Department of Environmental 

Quality (DEQ) Certificate of Compliance. Some of the vehicles 

exempt from this requirement are new vehicles, motorcycles, 

snowmobiles, Class I, strictly off-road Class II and Class III All- 

Terrain vehicles, golf carts, all-electric vehicles (powered solely by 

electricity), vehicles designed by the manufacturer as natural gas 

powered and diesel powered vehicles with a gross vehicle weight 

rating in excess of 8,500 lbs. If the applicant states that their address 

is outside of the DEQ boundaries, they must submit a signed statement 

to that effect on either DEQ Form 1400 or Form 1400B, Declaration 

of Exemption. If the applicant’s address falls within the DEQ 

boundaries, DMV will not accept an application for registration or 

renewal without the DEQ Certificate of Compliance for these vehicles. 

If you have any 

questions about DEQ 

requirements, please 

contact DEQ at 

(541) 776-6149 in the 

Rogue Valley area and 

(503) 731-3050 in the 

Portland area. 

An exception to the requirement to present a DEQ Certificate of Compliance applies to government owned 

vehicles. Although government owned vehicles must comply with DEQ as frequently as privately owned 

vehicles of the same registration type, DMV does not require submission of Certificates of Compliance for 

their vehicle title and registration transactions. 

Dealers must not issue a temporary permit without first receiving proof of DEQ compliance for vehicles that 

are subject. 

RESIDENCY/DOMICILE 

To register or renew a vehicle in Oregon, a person must be domiciled in Oregon OR must otherwise qualify to 

register a vehicle here. (Commercial vehicles are subject to other requirements. Make sure you check with 

DMV if you have questions about whether a vehicle being used commercially in this state by a non-resident has 

to be registered.) Domiciled means a person's home is in Oregon, that the person intends to stay here, or if 

absent, the person intends to return. Examples of situations where a person would be considered domiciled in 

Oregon include: 

• The person is a full time resident of Oregon. 

• The person is originally from Oregon but is temporarily out-of-state (such as persons who are attending 

school or are in the military). 

If the person has never lived in Oregon, Oregon is not the person's place of domicile. There are some cases 

where a vehicle owner may register his or her vehicle in Oregon without being domiciled or otherwise required 

to register here. In these cases, the vehicle must meet all of the following qualifications: 

• The vehicle is usually left in Oregon when the person is away from Oregon; AND 

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• It is used primarily for personal transportation in Oregon; AND 

• It is a private passenger vehicle or a vehicle having a loaded weight of less than 8,000 pounds; AND 

• It is not a motor home or camper. 

The current Form 735-226 and Form 735-268 provide the necessary residency/domicile certification statement 

and space for the applicant's signature. 

DMV will require proof of residency/domicile when an individual’s address is not in Oregon, the person has no 

actual address or the address provided to DMV is known or determined by DMV to be that of a service 

provider, such as a mail service. There may be other situations when DMV will ask for proof of residency/ 

domicile. 

A Certification Of Oregon Residency Or Domicile, Form 735-7182, has been created to assist customers 

in determining whether they are eligible for an Oregon driver license/permit or vehicle registration (See 

example of Form 735-7182 later in this chapter). 

The form is required whenever DMV asks for proof of residency or domicile. Examples of proof are listed on 

the reverse side of the form. 

No proof of residency/domicile is required, nor is a Certification Of Oregon Residency Or Domicile, Form 

735-7182, if the customer provides an actual residence address in Oregon where the applicant physically 

resides which is not a hotel, motel, campground or recreational vehicle park and is not the address of a mail 

forwarding service provider. (Hotel, motel, campground and recreational vehicle park addresses require a 

Certification of Oregon Residency Or Domicile, Form 735-7182, and proof.) 

The following is acceptable proof of residency or domicile to register or renew a vehicle in Oregon. Acceptable 

proof includes but is not limited to: 

Individuals Residing in Oregon 

• A Certification of Oregon Residency or Domicile, Form 735-7182, along with: 

• An Oregon Income Tax Return, filed for the previous year. By signing the Form 735-7182, the 

applicant certifies that the Oregon Income Tax Return is a true photocopy of the original and the 

original has been filed with the State of Oregon, Department of Revenue; OR 

If an Oregon Income Tax Return, filed for the previous year is not available, then: 

• A Certification of Oregon Residency or Domicile, Form 735-7182, along with two or more of the 

following: 

• A property tax record, utility bills, rent receipts, a lease or rental agreement or other document that 

shows the person resides in Oregon; 

• Enrollment records or other documentation that the person is attending an educational institution 

maintained by public funds and pays resident tuition fees; 

• Motel, hotel, campground or recreational vehicle park receipts showing the person currently resides in 

Oregon and has remained in Oregon for six consecutive months or more; 

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• A statement from a relief agency or shelter that the person has no actual residence, but currently 

receives assistance in Oregon; 

• Fuel receipts, motel receipts, or other documents showing the person has lived in multiple states (more 

than two) during the last 12 months, and in Oregon for at least six of the last twelve months, as 

evidence that the person does not primarily reside in some other state; 

• Evidence the person has a current account at a bank or credit union in Oregon and the account has 

been open for 60 days or more; 

• A document showing receipt of public assistance from an agency of the State of Oregon; 

• An Oregon voter registration card that includes a residence in Oregon where the applicant physically 

resides. 

Individuals Domiciled in Oregon but Temporarily Out of the State 

In order to be domiciled in Oregon, a person whose place of abode (home) is in Oregon must intend to remain 

in this state or, if absent from the state, intend to return to the state. A Certification of Oregon Residency or 

Domicile, Form 735-7182, is required, along with one of the following: 

• An Oregon Income Tax Return, filed for the previous year. By signing the Form 735-7182, the applicant 

certifies that the Oregon Income Tax Return is a true photocopy of the original and the original has been 

filed with the State of Oregon, Department of Revenue; 

• Proof the person has continuously maintained an Oregon residence while absent from the state; 

• Proof the person owns a residence in Oregon; 

• Proof the person is temporarily residing outside of Oregon for a period of limited duration (paying nonresident 

tuition at an out-of-state school; temporary transfer of employment; temporary care of a family 

member out-of-state and has maintained ties to Oregon such as a bank account or voter registration); or 

• Proof the person, or the spouse or dependent child residing with a member is a member of the U.S. Armed 

Forces, and Oregon is listed as the member’s home in military records. 

Business Entity 

A Certification of Oregon Residency or Domicile, Form 735-7182, along with one of the following: 

• Property tax records, utility bills, rent receipts, lease agreements or similar documents which show their 

business is currently the occupant of an office or warehouse facility in Oregon, along with a copy of service 

records, fuel receipts, garage receipts or other documents showing that vehicles are being operated in 

Oregon; 

• A permit number or other information that shows they, or the business, hold a permit or other authority 

issued under ORS Chapter 825 for intrastate transportation; 

• Storage receipts, repair bills, or similar documents which show the vehicle has been left in Oregon; or 

• Dispatch, delivery, maintenance tax records, or other documentation that show the vehicle(s) are being 

housed or dispatched from a location within Oregon or are otherwise being operated in Oregon. 

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Example of CERTIFICATION OF OREGON RESIDENCY OR DOMICILE, FORM 735-7182 


(front) 

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Example of CERTIFICATION OF OREGON RESIDENCY OR DOMICILE, FORM 735-7182 

(back) 

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ADDRESS REQUIREMENTS 

Individuals (Registered Owner/Lessee) 

RESIDENCE ADDRESS 

A person is required to provide a residence address unless they are eligible to use a work address or they 

do not have an actual residence address. A person who does not have a residence address must prove 

they are a resident of, or domiciled in, Oregon and provide a descriptive and mailing address. 

A residence address must contain enough information for DMV to determine the exact location where the 

person primarily resides. Oregon Revised Statutes do not require the address to be located in Oregon; 

however, if the address is not in Oregon, DMV will require proof of residency or domicile. 

A residence address cannot be that of a mail forwarding service provider, unless the vehicle is owned by 

the service provider. 

A descriptive address is required when an individual resides in a community which does not have mail 

delivery. 

A residence address must include: 

• City, county, state and ZIP code; and 

• Street and residence number, including an apartment or space number, if applicable; or 

• The rural and box number; or 

• A descriptive address. 

VEHICLE ADDRESS 

A vehicle address is required, in addition to the residence address, when the vehicle is primarily housed or 

dispatched from a location other than the residence address provided. 

A vehicle address must contain enough information for DMV to determine the exact location from which 

the vehicle is housed or dispatched. A vehicle address must include: 

• City, county, state and ZIP code; and 

• Street name and number, including an apartment, suite or office number, if applicable; or 

• The rural route and box number; or 


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DESCRIPTIVE ADDRESS 

A descriptive address may be used when a person’s residence address does not include a street name and 

number or rural route and box number. It must include information sufficient to identify the location of the 

residence address, or it may explain a person’s residential status if the person has no residence. A descriptive 

address may include: 

• Highway number, county road name, rural route, ranch name; or 

• The road name and distance or direction from a landmark such as a milepost or prominent building, in 

addition to the city, state, county and zip code, if there is no specific street; or 

• The address of a homeless shelter or reference to another location where the individual stays overnight, 

if the individual is homeless, but residing in Oregon; or 

• Information that the person is mobile, such as someone who continually travels in a motor home. 

All descriptive addresses must include the city, state, zip code and county code. A descriptive address 

cannot be the address of a mail forwarding service provider. 

Business 

BUSINESS ADDRESS 

All businesses are required to provide their business address. A business address must contain enough 

information for DMV to determine the exact location where the business is located and conducted. An 

Oregon vehicle address is also required when the business is the registered owner or lessee and the 

address given is an out-of-state address. A business address cannot be that of a mail forwarding service 

provider, unless the vehicle is owned by the service provider. A business address must include: 

• City, county, state and zip code; and 

• Street name and number, and any applicable apartment, suite or office number; or 


• A post office address of the business, as long as a vehicle address is also provided when the business 

is shown as the registered owner. 

VEHICLE ADDRESS 

A vehicle address is required, in addition to the Oregon business address, when the vehicle is primarily 

housed or dispatched from a location other than the business address provided. 

A vehicle address must contain enough information for DMV to determine the exact location from which 

the vehicle is dispatched or is housed. A vehicle address must include: 

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• City, county, state and zip code; and 

• Street name and number, including an apartment, suite or office number, if applicable; or 



HEAVY VEHICLE USE TAX (HVUT) 

Federal law subjects certain heavy vehicles (of 55,000 lbs. or more taxable gross weight) to a federal highway 

use tax. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is responsible for collection or suspension of the tax. DMV or 

MCTD is responsible for verifying the tax payment has been made before registering or renewing a vehicle. 

(Note: If registered within 60 days of purchase, proof of payment of HVUT is not required.) The customer 

must determine whether a particular vehicle meets the federal definition. For more information on HVUT, 

please contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or www.irs.ustreas.gov. 

FOUR-YEAR REGISTRATION PERIOD 

The 2001 Legislature passed a law requiring new vehicles being titled and registered for the first time in 

Oregon, with an MCO (Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin), to receive an initial four-year registration. The 

registration fee doubles in addition to any surcharges or special fees (such as the custom plate or salmon plate 

fee). The Crater Lake plate and Cultural plate surcharges are NOT doubled for a four-year registration 

period. After the initial four-year registration period, the renewal will revert back to a two-year registration 

period (the registration period will always be a two-year registration period from then on). Fee information 

can be found in Chapter N. 

The following new vehicles are subject to four-year registration, for the first registration period: 

• Passenger vehicles (including electric and hybrid) 

• Light trailers 

• Mopeds (all motive power types, including electric and hybrid) 

• Motorcycles (not including electric or hybrid) 

Exception to four-year registration: 

• Vehicle types not listed above 

• Plate transfers 

• Vehicles applying for permanent registration 

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VEHICLES REGISTERED BY WEIGHT 

Most vehicles weighing more than 8,000 pounds are registered in Oregon according to weight. Vehicles for 

which registration weight must be declared and established are: 

• Any motor truck, truck tractor, or other motor vehicle* that will be operated on the highways at a combined 

weight of more than 8,000 pounds, not including the weight of any camper or trailing vehicle (trailers with 

a loaded weight of 8,000 pounds or less, special use trailers, travel trailers, and fixed load vehicles, 

or a towed motor vehicle). 

• An armored car, wrecker, tow vehicle, hearse or ambulance. 

• A self-propelled mobile crane. 

• Any motor vehicle registered as a farm vehicle. 

* This includes “passenger” vehicles (that is, pickups and SUV’s), but excludes vehicles that qualify for registration 

under a specific provision of the vehicle code where fees are not based on weight - for instance, motor homes. 

Vehicles with a registration weight of more than 8,000 pounds may be registered for a twelve-month period 

beginning with any calendar quarter of a year, or for one or more calendar quarters which may extend from one 

calendar year into the next year. 

If a vehicle registration weight is over 26,000 pounds and the vehicle is not subject to Oregon’s weight mile tax, 

the owner must certify the vehicle is not subject each time they renew the registration with DMV. The customer 

must complete the Certification to Register Vehicles Over 26,000 Pounds, Form 7015. 

Vehicles that are subject to the Oregon weight-mile tax are registered through MCTD. This includes most 

trucks (T or PF plated), buses (B or PF plated), and tow/recovery vehicles (TW plated) with a combined 

weight over 26,000 pounds. It does not include farm-plated or charitable/non-profit vehicles. Contact 

MCTD at (503) 378-6699 for more information. 

INSURANCE 

DMV requires an insurance certification when registration is issued for vehicles subject to financial responsibility 

laws. At renewal-only, or when there is a title transfer accompanied by a renewal when one current registered 

owner or lessee is remaining on the title, the certification must include the insurance company name and policy 

number . 

The name of the insurance company and policy number are not required as part of the certification when the 

transaction is a title transfer only, or a title transfer accompanied by a renewal of existing registration when all 

registered owners or lessees are changing. In these cases, by signing the certification on the 

Form 735-226, the applicant is certifying the statement about insurance on the application. 

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PLATE TRANSFERS 

Registration plates for most vehicle types may be transferred from one vehicle to a similar vehicle for a $6 

fee. For exceptions and special requirements, please see sections that follow. 

If a customer wants to transfer plates: 

• most plates must be of current issue unless the customer converts their non-current issue plate to a custom 

plate (for exceptions, please see section below); and 

• the plates must not be so old, mutilated or otherwise illegible that they are not useful for identification 

purposes; and 

• the plates must not have been canceled due to vehicle being totaled; and 

• the customer must have both plates if the vehicle is one that is required to display two plates, and the plates 

must not be expired (unless accompanied by registration renewal fees). 

Current issue plates are plate backgrounds or plate series that are currently issued by Oregon DMV. Current 

use plates are plates that are no longer issued by DMV but may be renewed. 

Some examples: 

• “Blue sky” tree plates are currently issued and may be transferred, but the “beige sky” tree plates are no 

longer issued, so would have to be converted to a custom plate in order to transfer. 

• Passenger Oregon Trail plates are no longer issued, so would have to be converted to a custom plate in 

order to transfer. 

Any custom plate can be transferred regardless of the background design. 

Dealers may issue a temporary registration permit when the buyer wishes to transfer a plate to the 

purchased vehicle, if the dealer, according to the provisions in OAR 735-150-0060, collects all applicable 

fees and applications and will be submitting the combined title and registration application to DMV on behalf 

of the buyer. The dealer must notify an owner who pays a plate transfer fee to not attach the registration 

plates from their old vehicle to the vehicle or camper sold by the dealer before receiving an updated 

registration card from DMV. 

Exceptions to “current issue” policy 

Motor home, travel trailer and camper Oregon Trail, Salmon, Crater Lake and Cultural plates are no longer 

issued. However, these plates may still be transferred without converting to custom. 

Plate transfer requirements for various plate types 

• Current issue Passenger, Amateur Radio Operator (Ham), and Custom - Can be transferred to 

another vehicle upon receipt of a transfer application and a $6 fee. 

• Non-Current issue Passenger - Current use plates that are not of current issue (for example, Pacific 

Wonderland, beige sky graphic, Oregon Trail) must be converted to custom before they can be transferred 

to another vehicle. The custom plate fee ($25 per year) is paid in addition to the plate transfer fee ($6). 

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The plates are considered custom plates from that point forward. Attach a Custom Plate Application, 

Form 735-205, and write “HAS PLATES” on the Form 735-205. The month and day of expiration will 

remain the same. 

• Motor Home*, Camper, Travel Trailer*, and Special Use Trailer - May be transferred by collecting 

the $6 transfer fee plus the difference in registration fees based on the vehicle length, if the new unit is 

longer. For example: 

A plate from a 30' motor home is transferred to a 35' motor home. The fee would be the $6 plate 

transfer fee plus $25 for the difference in length. The increased registration fee collected will be based 

on the full, two-year registration period. If plates are transferred from a larger to a smaller vehicle, no 

refund will be made for the difference in registration fees. 

• Group* - Plates can be transferred to another vehicle. If the group plate has restrictions, the person who 

qualifies for the group plate must be a registered owner of the vehicle the plates are being transferred to. A 

transfer fee of $6 is required. If transferring to a different vehicle type, the difference in registration fees is 

required. 

*Note: Motor home and travel trailer group plates, and HAM motor home plates on specialty 

backgrounds cannot be transferred unless made custom. 

• Disabled Veteran and EX-POW - Can be transferred to another vehicle that is not a commercial vehicle 

owned by the qualifying person upon receipt of a transfer application. A transfer fee of $6 is required. Ex- 

Pow plates cannot be used on vehicles with a loaded weight over 8,000 pounds. Surviving spouses of 

former prisoners of war may retain their spouses’ Ex-Pow plates and registration on the vehicle, transfer 

them, or keep them as a memento. 

• Farm plates - May be transferred to a like vehicle, to be similarly used, replacing a vehicle that has been 

destroyed or permanently withdrawn from service within this state if a registration fee in excess of $10 has 

been paid. The fee is $6 plus the difference in registration fees based on the vehicle weight, if the new unit 

is heavier. If the vehicle has been moved to another state, a statement from the applicant to this effect is 

sufficient. 

• Government owned vehicle plates (E plates) - May be transferred to another qualifying vehicle or 

agency. A transfer fee of $6 is required. 

• National Guard - Can be transferred, provided the motor vehicle the plates are being transferred to is the 

same vehicle type. The person who qualifies for the National Guard plates must be a registered owner of 

the vehicle that the plates are being transferred to. A transfer fee of $6 is required. 

• Trucks, truck tractors, and commercial buses - May be transferred to a like vehicle, to be similarly 

used replacing a vehicle that has been destroyed or permanently withdrawn from service (ORS 803.590). 

Customer must provide statement indicating the withdrawal or destruction of the vehicle and must surrender 

the registration card. Permanently withdrawn means the vehicle will not be used in this state for the 

remainder of the registration period, and does not include when a vehicle is sold to someone in Oregon, 

including dealers. The fee is $6 plus the difference in registration fees based on the vehicle weight, if the 

new unit is heavier. 

• Charitable/Non-Profit - If the vehicle is not a motor truck, truck tractor over 8,000 lbs, or a commercial 

bus, plates can be transferred to a like vehicle if the organization still qualifies as Charitable/Non-Profit. 

The fee is $6 for plate transfer. 

• Non-commercial bus - May be transferred to a like vehicle. The fee is $6 for plate transfer. 

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PROCEDURE - This procedure only covers the process necessary to complete the plate transfer. If the 

transfer is accompanied by any other action (for example, title transfer), you must also follow the appropriate 

procedure for that transaction. 

Complete the “Remarks” section on the application for title or the application for registration with the year, 

make and VIN of the vehicle from which the plates were transferred. The plate number being transferred to 

the vehicle must be shown in the “New Plate Number” section on the front of the application form. Be sure to 

put the expiration date of the plate transferred in the “Expiration Date” section on the application. Write in the 

$6 plate transfer fee in the appropriate box. If a custom plate has a background other than the regular graphic 

or blue on yellow, note in the “Special Plate” box what background it has, for example “Salmon.” Complete 

the rest of the application with all pertinent information. 

REPLACEMENT PLATES 

An owner may only replace plates and/or stickers if they are lost, destroyed, mutilated, or illegally altered, or 

replace registration year stickers if they have been removed by a licensed Oregon dealer or tower in accordance 

with Oregon law (see Chapter S for more information on sticker removal). If the plates on an Oregon titled 

vehicle are removed from the vehicle before it is sold or at the time of sale, or are transferred to another vehicle, 

full registration fees must be paid for new plates. 

If one plate has been lost, damaged, or mutilated, the plates need to be replaced and the replacement fee must 

be paid. If the lost Oregon plates are not current, the registration fee must also be paid. The expiration date 

stays the same as what was on the lost Oregon plates. 

When an owner only changes the type of plate and not the type of registration (for example from passenger 

tree plate to a passenger salmon plate) do not collect the registration fee unless the registration is expired or is 

being renewed. Collect the at-renewal replacement fee or between-renewal replacement fee is collected 

depending on whether the plates are being renewed or not. Also collect the plate fee and all other applicable 

fees. Fee information can be found in Chapter N. 

CUSTOM PLATES 

Passenger vehicles, motor homes, motorcycles, mopeds, campers and travel trailers may be issued custom 

plates. A custom plate has six spaces available for the configuration and each space may be filled with a letter, 

number, or left blank. There is also a half-space which may be left blank or filled with a hyphen, which is the 

only symbol that may be used. 

Only passenger vehicles may be issued custom plates with the graphic tree, Salmon, Crater Lake, or Cultural 

designs. The configuration is normally centered over the tree. If the customer wants the tree to 

show, indicate this on the Custom Plate Application (with no more than three characters on either 

side of the tree). 

If a person requests a custom plate, Form 735-205 must be completed and submitted with the application for 

title. Additional instructions concerning custom plates are on the back of Form 735-205. Fee information is 

in Chapter N. 

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Example of CUSTOM PLATE APPLICATION, FORM 735-205 


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AMATEUR RADIO OPERATOR (HAM) PLATES 

Passenger vehicles, motor homes, motorcycles and mopeds may be issued amateur radio operator (Ham) 

plates. Ham plate configurations are the customer’s call letters. The radio call letters are centered on the 

plate. 

Ham registration plates are only available on the yellow background, except passenger vehicles which may 

also have the Ham configuration on the Salmon , Crater Lake, or Cultural background. 

If a person requests a Ham plate, the Form 735-231 must be completed and submitted with the application. 

Fee information can be found in Chapter N. 

Example of APPLICATION FOR AMATEUR RADIO CALL LETTER REGISTRATION 

PLATES, FORM 735-231 

The actual size of the form is 5 ½" x 8½." 

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OREGON TRAIL PLATES 

The entire stock of Oregon Trail Plates has been exhausted. Oregon Trail plates already issued may be 

renewed. No surcharge is required for renewal or when the plates are transferred. 

If the customer wants to replace Oregon Trail plates, advise them that Oregon Trail plates are no longer 

available and offer them the other plate options available for the type of vehicle they have. 

SALMON PLATES 

The 1997 Oregon Legislature approved issuance of the salmon background plate. A salmon plate surcharge 

is collected each time the plates are issued or renewed. The surcharge is NOT collected when replacing a 

Salmon plate with another Salmon plate. 

If a customer wants salmon plates, write “Salmon” in the “Special 

Plates” box of the application. Refer to Chapter N for fees. 

The vehicle types eligible for salmon plates are: 

• Passenger 

• Ham passenger 

• Custom passenger 

There is a $15 surcharge 

per plate ($30 per set) in 

addition to the regular 

plate fee for Salmon 

Plates. 

CRATER LAKE PLATES 

The 2001 Oregon Legislature approved issuance of the Crater Lake background plate. This surcharge is 

collected when the plates are issued. The surcharge is NOT collected when replacing a Crater Lake plate with 

another Crater Lake plate or when renewing a Crater Lake plate. 

If a customer wants Crater Lake plates, write “Crater Lake” in the 

“Special Plates” box of the application. Refer to Chapter N for fees. 

The vehicle types eligible for Crater Lake plates are: 

• Passenger 



There is a $10 surcharge 

per plate ($20 per set) in 

addition to the regular 

plate fee for Crater Lake 

Plates. 

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CULTURAL PLATES 

The 2001 Oregon Legislature approved issuance of the Cultural background plate. This surcharge is collected 

each time the plates are issued or renewed. The surcharge is NOT collected when replacing a Cultural plate 

with another Cultural plate. 

If a customer wants Cultural plates, write “Cultural” in the “Special Plates” box of the application. Refer to 

Chapter N for fees. 

The vehicle types eligible for Cultural plates are: 

• Passenger 



There is a $15 surcharge per 

plate ($30 per set) in 

addition to the regular plate 

fee for Cultural Plates. 

FARM PLATES 

In order for a vehicle to qualify for farm registration or proportional farm registration, the applicant must be an 

owner or renter of one or more “farms” actually producing agricultural products or raising livestock in sufficient 

quantities to reasonably require the use of the motor vehicle(s) being registered. 

The use of farm or proportional farm registered vehicles is restricted. 

When applying for farm registration, a Farm Certification Application, Form 735-9670, is required, as well 

as the Application for Title and Registration, Form 735-226. All other title and registration requirements 

and fees apply. Farm vehicles may be registered annually or quarterly according to the weight. Farm registered 

vehicles are exempt from DEQ. 

General farm registration qualification and restriction questions may be directed to DMV Customer Assistance 

at (503) 945-5000 or in the Portland Metro area at (503) 299-9999. 

For questions concerning the operation of a farm vehicle, or detailed questions about qualifications, contact 

Motor Carrier Transportation Division (MCTD) Farm Certification Unit at (503) 378-5203. 

NATIONAL GUARD PLATES 

Active members of the Oregon National Guard are eligible for National Guard registration. If applicants have 

any questions regarding eligibility, they can contact the Oregon Military Department of Public Affairs Office at 

(503) 378-3917 (main office), or Military Publications at (503) 584-3478 or (503) 584-3460. 

Only passenger vehicles and motor homes may be registered with National Guard plates. The initial registration 

and renewal fee for National Guard plates is the same as for that particular vehicle type. 

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If the present plates on the vehicle are current Oregon plates, the plate fee is the only required fee. The 

customer will receive National Guard plates with the same expiration date as the current plates. 

If the plates are due to expire, but are still current, the customer may wish to pay the renewal fee and the plate 

fee. The National Guard plates will have the same month and day of expiration as the previous plates. Fee 

information can be found in Chapter N. 

There is no restriction on how many vehicles an owner may register with National Guard plates. 

The applicant must obtain a completed Oregon Military Department Certificate of Eligibility, AGO Form 

4309, from the Oregon Military Department. See example of Form 4309 below. DMV does not have 

these forms. The certificate is required upon initial application and renewal of National Guard plates. 

National Guard plates have the prefix “NG” and are the graphic style plate, even if issued to a motor home. 

Applicants may apply for National Guard plates at a local DMV office or by mail. The plates will be mailed 

from DMV Headquarters. 

National Guard plated vehicles must meet other registration requirements such as: DEQ, financial responsibility, 

domicile, and odometer. 

NATIONAL GUARD PLATES CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY, FORM 4309 

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GROUP PLATES 

The 1993 Legislature approved the issuance of special registration plates for veterans’ organizations, institutions 

of higher education, and groups that are non-profit and tax exempt under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue 

Code. Group plates are issued only to passenger vehicles, on graphic (tree) background. They have four 

letters to identify the individual vehicle, and words on the left side to describe or name the group. 

Some group plates can be issued to anyone who wishes to have one (e.g., Oregon Donor Program plate). 

Some veterans’ organizations that have been approved by DMV may request that restrictions be placed on the 

individuals who apply for the plates. If the group plate being applied for has a restriction (veterans’ organizations 

only), one of the owners on the title must qualify for the group plate. A veteran is not someone on active duty. 

If there is a lessor and lessee on the title, the lessee must qualify for the group plate. The qualified applicant 

must complete an Eligibility Certification, Form 735-6940 (see example below), and submit any other 

proof of qualification required by the group. 

Your customer will know which group plates are available and what the restrictions are by checking with their 

organization or a DMV office. Enter “Group” in the Special Plates section on Line 3 and write the name of the 

organization in the Remarks section of the Application for Title and Registration, Form 735-226, or the 

Application for Registration or Replacement Plates and Stickers, Form 735-268. 

There is a surcharge for all group plates that must be collected in addition to other registration and plate fees. 

The surcharge is NOT collected when replacing a group plate with a group plate of the same kind. For more 

information and the fees for group plates, see Chapter N. 

Example of GROUP PLATE ELIGIBILITY CERTIFICATION, FORM 735-6940 

The actual size of the form is 5½" x 11." 

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GOVERNMENT VEHICLE PLATES 

ORS 805.040 provides for the issuance of government-owned registration to vehicles owned and operated by 

the State of Oregon, cities, counties, or political sub-divisions of this state, or the government of a federally 

recognized Indian Tribe of this state. A vehicle that is operated under a lease or lease purchase agreement by 

any of these government agencies is also considered to be a government-owned vehicle; the government 

agency must be shown on the title as the lessee. 

Dealers may accept title and registration transactions for customers who qualify for government vehicle registration. 

Government vehicles are subject to odometer and mandatory insurance requirements. They are subject to 

DEQ requirements, but DMV does not require a DEQ certificate for government vehicle transactions. There 

is no special certification for E plates. When issuing E plates, DMV gives the customer a copy of the form 

Government Vehicle Registration Information, 735-6713. 

E plates may be transferred; see information in the Plate Transfer section of this chapter. For registration fees, 

see Chapter N. 

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Chapter M: 

Vehicle Types 

VEHICLE 

A “vehicle” is defined as any device in, upon or by which any person or property is or may be transported or 

drawn upon a public highway and includes vehicles that are propelled or powered by any means. (ORS 

801.590) 

VEHICLES EXEMPT FROM TITLE AND REGISTRATION/ 

OPTIONAL TITLING 

Certain vehicles are not required to be titled and registered in Oregon (are exempt). Some of those exempt 

vehicles may be optionally titled. Other vehicle types are not eligible to be issued an Oregon title, including, 

but not limited to, electric assisted bicycles (ORS 801.258), motor assisted scooters (ORS 801.348), and 

electric assisted mobility devices (801.259). For more information see: 

ORS 803.305 - Exemptions from general registration requirements 

ORS 803.030 - Exemptions from title requirement 

OAR 735-022-0120 - Optional Titling 

PASSENGER VEHICLES 

Passenger type vehicles normally display passenger, custom, amateur radio operator (Ham), group, disabled 

veteran, National Guard or EXPOW plates if the owner meets specific qualifications. Passenger vehicles are 

titled using the VIN from the frame. Body styles vary for passenger vehicles depending on how the vehicles 

look. 

Tree plates, Salmon, Crater Lake, or Cultural plates are issued to passenger-plated vehicles, including custom 

passenger. Ham passenger plates may be the yellow background plates, Salmon, Crater Lake, or Cultural 

plates. 

The registration paid for these vehicles is a set fee and remains the same for each registration period, usually 

every two years. New passenger vehicles being registered with an MCO require four-year registration at 

initial registration. 

Passenger vehicles are subject to residency/domicile, odometer, DEQ, and financial responsibility requirements. 

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Chapter M: Vehicle Types 

MOTOR HOMES 

Most motor homes have two manufacturers. The manufacturer of the frame (chassis) is called the first stage 

manufacturer. The manufacturer that completes the vehicle is called the second stage manufacturer. For vehicles 

built in two stages, two MCO’s are required. Some manufacturers build a complete motor home. In this case 

only one MCO is required. 

Motor homes are titled using the VIN from the frame (first stage manufacturer) and the year, make and body 

style of the body (second stage manufacturer). 

All motor homes are listed with MH as the body style. 

The vehicle make for motor homes will be a four- or five-letter abbreviation. 

Motor home registration fees are based on the overall length of the vehicle. You must indicate the length of 

vehicle on the application for title. See Chapter N for fee information. 

Motor homes are subject to: 

• residency/domicile; 

• odometer; 

• DEQ; and, 

• financial responsibility requirements. 

Motor homes may be issued National Guard plates as long as the applicant is an active member of the Oregon 

National Guard. For further information about National Guard plates, see Chapter L. 

Motor home plates have a yellow background and blue letters and may have custom plates on this background. 

Motor homes are no longer issued Group, Oregon Trail, Salmon, Crater Lake or Cultural plates; these plates 

may continue to be renewed but cannot be transferred unless converted to custom. 

CAMPERS AND TRAVEL TRAILERS 

A camper is a structure that has a floor and is designed to provide facilities for human habitation (permanent 

sleeping and cooking facilities), or for camping. It is designed to be mounted on a motor vehicle, but is not 

permanently attached. It is six feet or more in overall length, 5 1/2 feet or more in height from floor to ceiling at 

any point, and has no more than one axle designed to support a portion of the weight of the camper. 

(ORS 801.180) 

A travel trailer is a tent trailer or any other trailer that is designed to be used on the highways and provides 

facilities for human habitation. It is not more than 8 1/2 feet wide when the trailer is in a travel position. It is six 

feet or more in height from floor to ceiling as measured with the trailer telescoped to its full extent, or with the 

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sides (tip-outs) expanded. Except for a tent trailer, it has four permanent walls when it is in travel position. 

(ORS 801.565) 

Camper and travel trailer registration is based on length and valid for a two-year period. When completing the 

application for title, be sure to include the length. DMV will not issue registration, or issue a trip permit to any 

recreational vehicle over 45 feet in length. The body style abbreviation for a camper is CA and RT for a travel 

trailer. Campers and travel trailers are subject to residency/domicile requirements. 

Campers are measured by the overall exterior length from the extreme front to the extreme rear, not just the 

floor length. Travel trailers are measured from the front of the trailer hitch to the rear of the trailer. These 

measurements are recorded only in full feet, rounding the length down to the nearest full foot. For example, a 

22 1/2-foot travel trailer is recorded as 22 feet long. This practice also applies to campers. To measure the 

length of a foldout or tent trailer, the vehicle must be in travel position. 

Campers and travel trailer plates have a yellow background and blue letters and may have customized plates. 

If the owner qualifies for them, Disabled Veteran Plates may be used on Campers and Travel Trailers that are 

not used for commercial purposes. 

Oregon Trail plates previously issued to campers, and Group, Oregon Trail, Salmon, Crater Lake, and Cultural 

plates previously issued to travel trailers may be renewed but may not be transferred unless converted to 

custom. 

Park Trailers 

“Park trailers” are recreational vehicles. Park trailers over 8 1/2 feet wide are considered a manufactured 

structure - recreational vehicle. Those that are 8 1/2 feet wide or less are registered as travel trailers. DMV 

does not title or register manufactured structures. 

Travel Trailers Registered as Manufactured Structures 

The owner of any travel trailer which is being used either as a permanent home or for other than recreational 

purposes must apply to the assessor in the county in which it is located to have the travel trailer assessed for ad 

valorem taxation. DMV does not title or register manufactured structures. 

TRUCKS 

Truck registration is primarily issued to motor vehicles having a combined registration weight of more than 

8,000 pounds. These vehicles are primarily designed for carrying loads other than passengers. Ambulances, 

armored cars, hearses and self-propelled mobile cranes are also classified as trucks, even if their registration 

weight is 8,000 pounds or less. For more information, see Vehicles Registered by Weight, in Chapter L. 

Trucks are subject to residency/domicile requirements. However, not all trucks are subject to odometer 

requirements. If a truck has a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) in excess of 16,000 pounds, it is exempt 

from odometer requirements. If the vehicle is registered at 16,000 pounds or less, an odometer disclosure will 

be required with a title application unless the customer provides a statement of exemption. 

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The statement must indicate the manufacturer’s GVWR is in excess of 16,000 pounds, describe the vehicle, 

and must be signed by the registered owner or lessee. This can be done on the Exemption from Odometer 

Disclosure Requirements, Form 735-6745. 

Oregon law requires all motor carriers who are subject to the federal law to certify at the time of registration or 

renewal of registration that they have an in-house drug and alcohol testing program that meets the federal 

requirements or that they are a member of a consortium that provides testing that meets the federal requirements. 

DMV requires all truck "T" plated vehicles to submit the certification in one of two ways: 

• A Form 7196, Drug and Alcohol Testing Program Certification, along with the application Form 226 or 

268. 

• A Form 226 (02-01 revision date or newer) or 268 (10-00 revision date or newer). The Drug and 

Alcohol Certification is included on the 226, 268 and 412 (renewal reminder) with these revision dates 

and newer. 

When the carrier signs the Form 7196, 226 or 268 (only those 226 and 268 that include the certification) they 

are certifying that they either comply with the federal law or are exempt from that law. If a customer has 

questions about the program or whether they are subject to the federal drug test requirements, they may 

contact MCTD at (503) 378-6166. 

DMV also requires proof that the Federal Heavy Vehicle Use Tax was paid prior to registration or registration 

renewal of vehicles with a registration weight of 55,000 pounds or more. This requirement does not apply to 

vehicles registered within 60 days of purchase. For further information about this tax, refer to Chapter L. 

HEAVY TRAILERS 

Heavy trailers are non-motorized vehicles having a loaded weight of more than 8,000 pounds, excluding travel 

trailers, fixed loads, manufactured structures and special use trailers. 

Heavy trailers are designed to be pulled by another vehicle and to carry freight, property or articles over the 

highways. These vehicles require a one time, permanent registration fee. 

The body style for heavy trailers will vary depending on what the vehicle looks like. 

Heavy trailers are subject to residency/domicile requirements. 

LIGHT TRAILERS 

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Trailers with a loaded weight of 8,000 pounds or less are registered as light trailers. Trailers that are for hire, 

travel trailers, special use trailers or manufactured structures are not registered as light trailers. 

Trailers equipped with pneumatic tires of elastic materials with a loaded weight of 1,800 pounds or less are 

exempt from title and registration requirements. (This does not include trailers for hire, travel trailers, fixed 

loads or manufactured structures.) However, trailers exempt from title and registration requirements may be



titled and registered if the owner chooses to do so. Any trailer with a loaded weight of 1,801 pounds or more 

must be titled and registered if used over the highways. 

The registration for a light trailer usually expires every two years and is a set fee. New light trailers registered 

with an MCO require four-year registration at initial registration. The graphic tree plates with a blue sky are 

issued to light trailers. If the owner qualifies for them, Disabled Veteran Plates may be used on light trailers that 

are not used for commercial purposes. 

The body style for these vehicles is usually UT, unless it is a boat trailer (BT) or horse trailer (HR). 

Light trailers are subject to residency/domicile requirements. 

ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES (ATV’S) 

All management and regulation of the All-Terrain Vehicle Program 

(ATV) is handled by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department 

(OPRD). DMV no longer issues or renews registration, decals or 

permits for ATV’s. DMV will continue to issue titles for ATV’s, but 

it is no longer mandatory for the customer to obtain title. 

Class I, Class II and 

Class III ATV 

transactions, other than 

titles, are handled by 

Oregon Parks and 

Recreation Department. 

OPRD may be contacted at the following phone number or address: 

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) 

1115 Commercial St NE, Suite 1 

Salem, Oregon 97301-1002 

Phone: 1(800) 551-6949 / OPRD Information Line 

Website: http://www.prd.state.or.us/ 

A CLASS I ATV is defined as a motorized, off-highway recreational vehicle, 50 inches or less in width with a 

dry weight of 800 pounds or less that travels on three or more low pressure tires and has a seat or saddle for 

the operator. (ORS 801.190) 

A CLASS II ATV is defined as any motor vehicle that weighs more than 800 pounds and less than 8,000 

pounds; is designed for or capable of cross-country travel on or 

immediately over land, water, sand, snow, ice, marsh, swampland or 

other natural terrain; and is actually operated off a highway. 

(ORS 801.193) 

A CLASS III ATV is defined as an off-highway motorcycle with a 

dry weight of 600 pounds or less that travels on two tires. 

(ORS 801.194) 

The body style for Class I ATV is VT. The body style for Class III 

ATV’s is either MC or VT. 

Foot pedals are not 

required for a unit to 

qualify as a moped. 

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MOTORCYCLES/MOPEDS 

A MOTORCYCLE is a self-propelled vehicle, other than a farm tractor, moped or ATV, with a seat or saddle 

for the rider and is designed to travel and be operated with no more than three wheels in contact with the 

ground. (ORS 801.365) 

A MOPED is a vehicle, including a bicycle equipped with a power source, that: 

• Is designed to operate on the ground upon wheels; 

• Has a seat or saddle for the rider; 

• Is designed to travel on not more than three wheels; 

• Is equipped with an independent power source that is capable of propelling the vehicle at no more than 30 

miles per hour, has an engine size no greater than 50 cubic centimeters or a rotor displacement no greater 

than 3.05 cubic inches if the engine is a combustion engine; and 

• Is equipped with a power drive system that functions directly or automatically only and does not require a 

clutch or shifting. (ORS 801.345) 

Registration for motorcycles and mopeds usually expires every two years and is a set fee. New motorcycles 

and mopeds registered with an MCO require four-year registration at initial registration. The body style for 

motorcycles is MC and for mopeds is MP. Motorcycles and mopeds are subject to residency/domicile, 

financial responsibility, and odometer requirements. If a vehicle is manufactured without an odometer, the 

Exemption From Odometer Reading Requirements, Form 735-6745, must be completed. 

Plates for motorcycles and mopeds have a yellow background and blue letters. Motorcycles and mopeds may 

have custom plates. If the owner qualifies for them, Disabled Veteran Plates may be used on motorcycles and 

mopeds that are not used for commercial purposes. 

LOW-SPEED VEHICLES 

“LOW-SPEED VEHICLE” means a four-wheeled motor vehicle with a top speed of more than 20 miles per 

hour but not more than 25 miles per hour. Low-speed vehicles are titled using the VIN from the frame. Body 

styles vary for low-speed vehicles depending on how the vehicles look. 

Low-speed vehicle plates have a yellow background and blue letters. The plate configuration is “LS” followed 

by five numbers. If the owner qualifies for them, Disabled Veteran Plates may be used on low-speed vehicles 

that are not used for commercial purposes. 

The registration paid for these vehicles is a set fee and remains the same for each registration period, every two 

years. 

Low-speed vehicles are subject to residency/domicile, NHTSA safety equipment standards, and financial 

responsibility requirements. 

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HYBRID-POWERED VEHICLES 

A HYBRID-POWERED VEHICLE is a vehicle powered by electricity and another source of power. 

Registrations for hybrid-powered vehicles are as follows (ORS 803.420): 

• Two and three-wheeled vehicles are registered every two years (excluding mopeds) at a set fee. 

• Mopeds are registered every two years at a set fee.* 

• Vehicles that require fees based upon the Truck Fee Schedule pay those fees plus 50% of such fees. 

• Farm vehicle fees are based on the Farm Fee Schedule plus 50% of such fee. 

• Motor Home fees are based on the Motor Home Fee Schedule plus 50% of such fee. 

• All other vehicle types are registered every two years at a set fee.* 

*New hybrid-powered mopeds and passenger vehicles being titled with an MCO and also being registered 

require four-year registration at initial registration . 

Hybrid-powered vehicles are subject to residency/domicile, financial responsibility, DEQ requirements and 

odometer requirements. If a vehicle is manufactured without an odometer, the Exemption From Odometer 

Reading Requirements, Form 735-6745, must be completed. 

The vehicle type and/or usage determine the plate issued for a hybrid-powered vehicle. For example, a 

hybrid-powered motorcycle is issued a motorcycle plate and a hybrid-powered motor home is issued a motor 

home plate. Refer to the appropriate section that covers that particular kind of vehicle. 

ELECTRIC-VEHICLES 

An ELECTRIC VEHICLE is a vehicle powered by some form of electricity. 

Registrations for electric vehicles are as follows (ORS 803.420): 

• Two and three-wheeled vehicles are registered every two years (excluding electric mopeds) at a set fee. 

• Mopeds are registered every two years at a set fee.* 

• Vehicles that require fees based upon the Truck Fee schedule pay those fees plus 50% of such fees. 

• Farm vehicle fees are based on the Farm Fee Schedule plus 50% of such fee. 

• Motor home fees are based on the Motor Home Fee Schedule plus 50% of such fee. 

• All other vehicle types are registered every two years at a set fee.* 

* New hybrid-powered mopeds and passenger vehicles being titled with an MCO and also being registered 

require four-year registration at initial registration . 

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Electric vehicles are subject to residency/domicile, financial responsibility, and odometer requirements. If a 

vehicle is manufactured without an odometer, the Exemption From Odometer Reading Requirements, Form 

735-6745, must be completed. Electric vehicles are exempt from DEQ requirements (ORS 815.300). 

The vehicle type and/or usage determine the plate issued for an electric vehicle. For example, an electric 

moped is issued a moped plate and an electric motor home is issued a motor home plate. Refer to the 

appropriate section that covers that particular kind of vehicle. 

SNOWMOBILES 

Snowmobiles are self-propelled vehicles capable of travel over snow or ice. Movement is provided by an 

endless belt tread, cleats or similar means of traction. Skis or sled-type runners provide steering. (ORS 

801.490) 

Snowmobiles are required by law to be titled and registered with a snowmobile decal. Registration for 

snowmobiles expires every two years and is a set fee. Snowmobiles may not be issued passenger plates. 

Snowmobile dealers MUST act as agents for DMV when an Oregon resident buys a snowmobile, which 

means the dealer must collect fees, prepare the title and registration application and submit them to DMV. 

The body style abbreviation for a snowmobile is SM. 

Snowmobiles are subject to residency/domicile requirements. 

FARM VEHICLES 

Motor vehicles purchased by a farm operation may 

qualify for farm plate registration. When a vehicle is 

sold with farm plates on it, the farm plates must be 

surrendered to DMV unless the new owner qualifies 

for farm plates. Trailers of any type no longer qualify 

for farm plates but are required to be registered as 

Fixed Loads Do Not Include: 

Travel Trailers 

Tow Vehicles 

Truck-Mounted Transit Mixers 

Self-Propelled Mobile Cranes 

heavy or light trailers. To qualify for farm plates the applicant must own or rent a farm, orchard or ranch and 

be producing agricultural products or raising livestock in sufficient quantities to reasonably require the vehicle. 

Fixed load vehicles, such as forklifts and compressors, do not qualify for farm plates. A residency/domicile 

certification must accompany each application for title and/or registration of a farm vehicle. 

For more information about farm registration and qualifications call the Farm Registration Desk at MCTD in 

Salem at (503) 378-5203. 

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FIXED LOAD VEHICLES 

A “Fixed load vehicle” is a vehicle with or without motor power that is designed and used primarily: 

• To support and move a permanent load in the form of equipment or appliances constructed as part of, or 

permanently attached to, the body of the vehicle; and 

• For transportation of equipment or appliances that are ordinarily kept on or in the vehicle in order that the 

vehicle may be used for its primary purpose; and 

• Except for the transportation of permanent loads, appliances and equipment described above, for purposes 

other than for the transportation of persons or property over public highways or streets. (ORS 801.285) 

A manufacturer’s advertising picture or snapshot will help DMV verify that the vehicle is a fixed load. 

Registration for fixed load vehicles is a set fee depending on the weight, and expires every two years. 

An odometer disclosure, if applicable, or an exemption from the odometer requirements must be provided 

with the application for title and registration. These vehicles are also subject to residency/domicile requirements, 

but are not required to comply with Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT). 

SPECIAL USE TRAILER 

A Special Use trailer is: 

1. Eight and one-half feet or less in width and of any length and that is used for commercial or business 

purposes; OR 

2. A trailer that is used temporarily on a construction site for office purposes only; OR 

3. A mobile modular unit. 

A Special Use trailer does not include any travel trailer. (If a travel trailer is used for any of the purposes above, 

it must be registered as a Special Use trailer”). 

Registration fees are based on length. See Form 463, Special Use Trailer Fee Schedule. 

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Chapter N: 

Fees 

GENERAL FEE INFORMATION 

The correct fee to collect for any transaction depends on the type of vehicle and the type of transaction being 

done. The correct fee should be collected for each transaction type included on the application. The most 

common transaction types are: 

• Title transfer 

• Registration (original or renewal) 

• Plate replacement 

• Plate transfer 

The following examples illustrate several types of transactions. 

If you are submitting an application for a vehicle with an out-of-state title and issuing Salmon plates, you should 

collect the following fees for the transaction: 

Title fee (new to Oregon vehicle) 

+VIN inspection fee 

+Salmon surcharge for one or two plates 

+Plate fee for one or two plates 

+Registration fee for the vehicle type 

=Total fee 

If you are submitting an application for a vehicle with a current Oregon title, renewing the registration, and 

replacing the plates with Graphic (tree) plates you should collect the following fees for the transaction: 

Title fee (Oregon title transfer) 

+At-renewal replacement plate fee 

+Plate fee for one or two plates 

+Renewal (registration) fee for the vehicle type 

=Total fee 

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Chapter N: Fees 

TITLE FEE INFORMATION 

The amount of the title fee is based on the vehicle type and weight and whether or not the title being replaced 

or applied for is a salvage title. It is necessary to know the weight of the vehicle even if the vehicle is not being 

registered. 

1. Title fees for heavy motor vehicles are based on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). A $90.00 

title fee is charged for the following vehicle types (referred to as "Heavy Vehicles"): 

• trailers with a loaded weight over 8,000 pounds (this does not apply to other vehicle types such 

as special use trailers and travel trailers). 

• motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) over 26,000 pounds (this applies to 

all truck, bus, and motorized heavy fixed load title transactions, but this does not apply to 

motor homes). 

2. Title fees and replacement title fee for all other vehicles not described above is $55.00 (referred to as 

"Regular Vehicles"). 

3. Salvage certificate fee and replacement salvage certificate fee for all vehicle types is $17.00. 

TITLE FEES 

Regular Vehicle Title ...................................................................................................................... $55 

Regular Vehicle Replacement Title ................................................................................................. $55 

Regular Vehicle Replacement Title w/ Transfer ............................................................................. $110 

Heavy Vehicle Title ....................................................................................................................... $90 

Heavy Vehicle Replacement Title ................................................................................................... $90 

Heavy Vehicle Replacement Title w/ Transfer ............................................................................... $180 

Salvage Certificate ........................................................................................................................ $17 

Replacement Salvage Certificate ................................................................................................... $17 

Replacement Salvage Certificate w/ SalvageTransfer ...................................................................... $34 

Replacement Salvage Certificate w/ Transfer to Regular Vehicle Title .............................................. $72 

Replacement Salvage Certificate w/ Transfer to Heavy Vehicle Title .............................................. $107 

Regular Vehicle Replacement Title w/ Transfer to Salvage Certificate* ............................................ $34 

Heavy Vehicle Replacement Title w/ Transfer to Salvage Certificate* .............................................. $34 

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Expedite fee - for odometer reasons only (mail only) ...................................................................... $10 

Title correction fee (Not DMV error) ........................................................... depends on vehicle type 

Title correction to add survivorship ............................................................................................ No fee 

Title correction to change vehicle description made in error ........................................................ No fee 

Title correction of a DMV error, for example, misspelled name .................................................. No fee 

* By law DMV can only produce a Salvage Certificate once we have notification that a vehicle is 

totaled. Consequently, we cannot issue a regular replacement title and transfer to Salvage Certificate in 

one transaction. Therefore, we will only collect the replacement salvage fee along with the salvage 

issuance fee ($17 + $17=$34). 

FOUR-YEAR REGISTRATION FEE INFORMATION 

The following new vehicles are subject to four-year registration, for the first registration period (see Chapter 

L for more background information): 

• Passenger vehicles (including electric and hybrid) 

• Light trailers 

• Mopeds (all motive power types, including electric and hybrid) 

• Motorcycles (excluding electric or hybrid) 

The registration fee will double in addition to any surcharges or special fees (such as the custom plate fee). The 

surcharge for Crater Lake and Cultural plates is NOT doubled. After the initial four-year registration period, 

the renewal will revert back to a two-year registration period. 

EXCEPTIONS to four-year registration: 

• Vehicle types not listed above 

• Plate transfers 

• Vehicles applying for permanent registration 

Refer to the chart below for fee information. 

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Registration Fees 

Vehicle/Plate Type Registration Fee Registration Expiration 

Antique (Historic) $54 permanent permanent 

Bus 

Camper 

See Heavy Motor Vehicles & Buses 

Fee Schedule, Form 735-6013 

See Camper & Travel Trailer Fee 

Schedule, Form 735-464 

up to 1 year 

quarterly 

2 years staggered 

Custom 

$25 per year plus reg fees for vehicle 

type 

see vehicle type see vehicle type 

Electric (Passenger) $54 2 years * staggered 

Farm See Farm Schedule, Form 735-152 up to 1 year quarterly 

For Rent Trailer 

(8,000 lbs and below) 

For Rent Trailer 


For Rent Trailer (over 8,000 lbs) 

$27 1 year annual 

$135 5 year 5 year 

MUST BE REGISTERED AS HEAVY TRAILERS 

Government $3.50 permanent permanent 

Group 

See vehicle type and surcharge fee 

chart later in this chapter 

2 years * staggered 

Ham type $5 plus reg fees for vehicle type see vehicle type see vehicle type 

Heavy Fixed Load $75 2 years staggered 

Heavy Trailer (over 8,000 lbs) $10 permanent permanent 

Light Fixed Load 


$54 2 years staggered 

Light Trailer (8,000 lbs and below) $54 2 years * staggered 

Low-Speed $54 2 years staggered 

Manufactured Structure Toter 

See Charitable/Non-Profit and 

Manufactured Structure Toters Fee 


up to 1 year 

staggered 

Moped $30 2 years * staggered 

Moped (Hybrid-powered) $30 2 years * staggered 

Motor Home 

See Motor Home Fee Schedule, Form 

735-465 


Motorcycle $30 2 years * staggered 

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Vehicle/Plate Type Registration Fee Registration Expiration 

Motorcycle (Hybrid-powered) $27 2 years staggered 

National Guard See vehicle type 2 years staggered 

Passenger $54 2 years * staggered 

Passenger (Hybrid-powered) $54 2 years * staggered 

Special Interest $81 permanent permanent 

Tow/Recovery 

Travel Trailer 

See Tow/Recovery Fee Schedule, 

Form 735-148 

See Camper & Travel Trailer Fee 


1 year annual 


Truck (8,001 lbs and above) 

See Heavy Motor Vehicles & Buses 

Fee Schedule, Form 735-6013 

up to 1 year 

quarterly 

* = may be subject to four-year registration 

OTHER FEES 

Plate transfer fee ............................................................................................................................. $6 

(See Chapter L for information on which plates are transferable) 

Plate fees (original issue, in addition to registration fees): 

Vehicles requiring one plate ....................................................................................................... $3 

Vehicles requiring two plates ..................................................................................................... $5 

At-renewal replacement fee ............................................................................................................ $5 

Between-renewal replacement fee ................................................................................................. $10 

Duplicate or replacement registration card only ................................................................................ $5 

Crater Lake Plate surcharge 

Cultural Plate surcharge 

Group Plate surcharge 

Salmon Plate surcharge 

(see surcharge fee chart) 




VIN inspection ............................................................................................................................... $7 

Replacement Sticker Only fee ....................................................................................................... $10 

TOD filing fee ............................................................................................................................... $13 

Secure power of attorney filing ........................................................................................................ $4 

Tow/Recovery Certificate ............................................................................................................. $17 

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GRAPHIC (TREE), OREGON TRAIL, SALMON, CRATER LAKE 

AND CULTURAL PLATES 

"Graphic" plates terminology 

The Tree plate was the original "graphic" plate. When mentioned in DMV literature, "graphic" means the Tree 

plate. Later, when Oregon Trail plates were created, the term "graphic issuance fee" was expanded to apply to 

both Tree and Oregon Trail plates. We now refer to this as the at-renewal replacement fee or between-renewal 

replacement fee. 

Graphic (Tree) Plates 

Graphic (Tree) plates are issued: 

• For light trailers (only option available) 

• For passenger vehicles, both regular issue and custom 

• As background for group plates (only background available for group) 

• As background for National Guard Plates and Elected Official plates 

When graphic (tree) plates are issued in conjunction with original registration (new vehicles or new to 

Oregon) there is no replacement fee. The fees that should be collected are the plate fee and the registration fee 

(see fee charts), and custom or group plate fee, if applicable. 

Graphic (tree) plate initial issuance fees: 

Custom Group 

Plate Reg Plate Plate 

Fee Fee Fee Fee TOTAL 

Passenger - two-year $5.00 $54.00 n/a n/a $59.00 

Passenger - four year $5.00 $108.00 n/a n/a $113.00 

Passenger Custom - two year $5.00 $54.00 $50.00 n/a $109.00 

Passenger Custom - four year $5.00 $108.00 $100.00 n/a $213.00 

National Guard - Passenger - two-year $5.00 $54.00 n/a n/a $59.00 

National Guard - Passenger - four-year $5.00 $108.00 n/a n/a $113.00 

National Guard - Motor Home $5.00 varies n/a n/a plate+reg 

Passenger Group - two year Higher Ed $5.00 $54.00 n/a $32.00 $91.00 

Passenger Group - four year Higher Ed $5.00 $108.00 n/a $64.00 $177.00 

Passenger Group - two year Veteran or Non-Profit $5.00 $54.00 n/a $10.00 $69.00 

Passenger Group - four year Veteran or Non-Profit $5.00 $108.00 n/a $20.00 $133.00 

Light Trailer - two year $3.00 $54.00 n/a n/a $57.00 

Light Trailer - four year $3.00 $108.00 n/a n/a $111.00 

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When graphic (tree) plates are issued or replaced in conjunction with the renewal of the registration plates, 

the at-renewal replacement fee of $5.00 per transaction is charged in addition to the plate fee and registration 

renewal fee, and custom plate or group plate fee if applicable. 

If the customer wishes to apply for replacement tree plates at any time between renewal they will pay the 

between-renewal replacement fee of $10 in addition to the plate fee. 

The plate fee is $3 for vehicles requiring one plate, and $5 for vehicles requiring two plates. 

Graphic (tree) replacement plate fee example: 

Replacement at renewal: 

Replacement fee Plate fee 

Total 

one plate $5 + $3 = $8 + renewal fee 

two plates $5 + $5 = $10 + renewal fee 

Replacement between renewal: 

Replacement fee Plate fee 

Total 

one plate $10 + $3 = $13 

two plates $10 + $5 = $15 

Group Plates: 

To assist a customer in applying for Group Plates, for more information about qualifying for a group plate, and 

for group plate transfer information, see Chapter L. 

Group plates are issued only for passenger vehicles. Group plates are issued only on the graphic (tree) plate. 

When the plates are issued or renewed, a surcharge is collected (see surcharge fee chart in this chapter), which goes 

into an account for the group. If the group did not designate an account, the surcharge goes to the Environmental 

Quality Information Account (the Litter Fund). 

When group plates are issued in conjunction with original registration (new vehicles or new to Oregon) the fees 

collected are the surcharge, the plate fee and the registration fee. 

When group plates are issued, or replaced (customer is replacing a group plate with a different type of group 

plate) — either with the renewal or between renewals — the fees collected 

are the replacement fee, group plate surcharge, plate fee, and if at renewal, 

the registration renewal fee. 

When group plates are replaced with the same type of group plate, either 

with the renewal or between renewals, the fees collected are the 

replacement fee, plate fee and registration renewal fee (if at renewal). No 

group plate surcharge is charged when replacing a group plate with 

the same type of group plate. 

For more information on surcharges, see surcharge fee chart later in this 

chapter. 

When group plates are 

issued or renewed, a 

surcharge is collected. 

See surcharge fee chart 

in this chapter. 

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National Guard Plates 

Active Members of the Oregon National Guard are eligible for National Guard plates. National Guard plates 

are issued on graphic (tree) plates for passenger vehicles and motor homes. 

One of the owners on the title must qualify for the plate. If there is a lessor and lessee on the title, the lessee 

must qualify for the plate. The qualified applicant must submit a completed Oregon Military Department 

Certificate of Eligibility, AGO Form 4309, issued by the Oregon Military Department. For more information 

and for plate transfer information, see Chapter L. 

The fee for National Guard plates is the same as for graphic plates: 

Passenger, Original ....................................................................................................................... $59 

Passenger, Replace w/ Renewal .................................................................................................... $64 

Passenger, Replace w/o Renewal .................................................................................................. $15 

Motor Home, Original .......................................................................................... $5 + registration fee 

Motor Home, Replace w/ Renewal ..........................................................................$10 + renewal fee 

Motor Home, Replace w/o Renewal ............................................................................................. $15 

Government Vehicle Plates 

The registration fees for government vehicle plates (E plates) are: 

Original plates (one-plated vehicle) ............................................................................................. $6.50 

Original plates (two-plated vehicle) ............................................................................................ $8.50 

Oregon Trail Plates 

On November 4, 1993, DMV began issuing the Oregon Trail license plate. Oregon Trail plates are no longer 

available but still may be renewed. See Chapter L for information about plate transfer requirements. 

Salmon Plates 

Salmon plates or custom Salmon plates may be issued for passenger vehicles. Passenger vehicles may also 

have Ham configuration on Salmon background. The Salmon plate 

surcharge is distributed to two funds: half to the Governor’s 

Watershed Enhancement Board and half to the State Parks and 

Recreation Department Fund. Salmon plates may be transferred 

to another vehicle of the same type - see Chapter L for information 

about plate transfer requirements. 

When Salmon plates are issued in conjunction with original 

registration (new vehicles or new to Oregon) the fees collected are 

the surcharge of $7.50 per plate per year, the plate fee and the 

registration fee. 

When Salmon plates are 

initially issued or 

renewed, a surcharge of 

$7.50 per plate per year 

is collected. See 

surcharge fee chart in this 

chapter. 

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Salmon plate fee examples: 

Original (new vehicles or new to Oregon): $7.50 surcharge fee per plate 

Surcharge 

$30.00 

Plate fee 2-Year Registration 

4-year Registration 

(New Vehicles only) 

+ $5.00 = $35 + $54 reg fee = $89 $65 + $108 reg fee = $173 

Replacement at renewal (does not have Salmon plates): 

Surcharge 

Plate fee 

Replacement fee 

Total 

$30.00 

+ $5.00 + $5.00 

$40 + $54 renewal fee = $94 

When Salmon plates are issued either with the renewal or between renewals, the fees collected are the replacement 

fee, the Salmon plate surcharge, plate fee and registration renewal fee (if at renewal). 

When Salmon plates are replaced (and the customer already has Salmon plates), either with the renewal or 

between renewals, the fees collected are the replacement fee, plate fee and registration renewal fee (if at 

renewal). No surcharge fee is collected if the customer already has Salmon plates. 

Salmon Plate Fees (Salmon plates are issued only to passenger vehicles) 

Original ....................................................................................................................................... $89 

Original (New Vehicle 4-Year Registration) ................................................................................. $173 

Replace w/ Renewal (does not have Salmon plates) ....................................................................... $94 

Replace w/ Renewal (already has Salmon plates) ........................................................................... $64 

Replace w/o Renewal (does not have Salmon plates) ..................................................................... $45 

Replace w/o Renewal (already has Salmon plates) ......................................................................... $15 

Custom , Original ........................................................................................................................ $139 

Custom , Original (new vehicle 4-Year Registration) .................................................................... $273 

Change to custom Salmon from regular registration at renewal: 

Does not already have Salmon plates ...................................................... $144 

Already has Salmon plates ...................................................................... $114 

Ham , Original .............................................................................................................................. $94 

Ham , Original (New Vehicle 4-Year Registration) ....................................................................... $178 

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Ham , Replace w/ Renewal (does not have Salmon plates) ............................................................ $94 

Ham , Replace w/ Renewal (already has Salmon plates) ................................................................ $64 

Ham , Replace w/o Renewal (does not have Salmon plates) .......................................................... $45 

Ham , Replace w/o Renewal (already has Salmon plates) .............................................................. $15 

Crater Lake Plates 

Crater Lake plates or custom Crater Lake plates may be issued for passenger vehicles. Passenger vehicles 

may also have Ham configuration on Crater Lake background. The 

surcharge is required only when the plates are initially issued. When Crater Lake 

The surcharge is not doubled when issuing Crater Lake plates on a plates are issued, a 

vehicle with four-year registration. The surcharge is distributed to surcharge of $10.00 per 

the National Park Foundation for use on Crater Lake National plate is collected. See 

Park projects. Crater Lake passenger plates may be transferred to 

surcharge fee chart in 

another vehicle of the same type - see Chapter L for information 

about plate transfer requirements. 

this chapter. 

When Crater Lake plates are issued in conjunction with original 

registration (new vehicle or new to Oregon) the fees collected are the surcharge of $10 per plate, the plate fee 

and the registration fee. 

When Crater Lake plates are issued or replaced (and the customer does not already have Crater Lake plates) 

--- either at renewal or between renewals --- the fees collected are the replacement fee, the Crater Lake plate 

surcharge, plate fee and registration renewal fee (if at renewal). 

Surcharge 

$20.00 

Crater Lake plate fee examples: 


Plate fee 

2-Year Registration 



+ $5.00 = $25 + $54 reg fee = $79 $25 + $108 reg fee = $133 

Replacement at-renewal (does not have Crater Lake plates): 

Surcharge 

Plate fee 

Replacement fee 

Total 

$20.00 

+ $5.00 + $5.00 

$30 + $54 renewal fee = $84 

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When Crater Lake plates are replaced (and customer already has Crater Lake plates), either with the renewal 

or between renewals, the fees collected are the replacement fee, plate fee and registration renewal fee (if at 

renewal). 

Crater Lake Plate Fees (Crater Lake plates are issued only to passenger 

vehicles) 

Original ....................................................................................................................................... $79 

Original (New Vehicle 4-Year Registration) ................................................................................ $133 

Replace w/ Renewal (does not have Crater Lake plates) ............................................................... $84 

Replace w/ Renewal (already has Crater Lake plates) ................................................................... $64 

Replace w/o Renewal (does not have Crater Lake plates) ............................................................. $35 

Replace w/o Renewal (already has Crater Lake plates) ................................................................. $15 

Custom Original ......................................................................................................................... $129 

Custom Original (New Vehicle 4-Year Registration)..................................................................... $233 

Change to custom Crater Lake from regular registration at renewal: 

Does not have Crater Lake plates ............................................................. $134 

Already has Crater Lake Plates ............................................................... $114 

Ham Original ............................................................................................................................... $84 

Ham Original (New Vehicle 4-Year Registration) ........................................................................ $138 

Ham Replace w/ Renewal (does not have Crater Lake plates) ........................................................$84 

Ham Replace w/ Renewal (already has Crater Lake plates) .......................................................... $64 

Ham Replace w/o Renewal (does not have Crater Lake plates) ......................................................$35 

Ham Replace w/o Renewal (already has Crater Lake plates) ........................................................ $15 

Cultural Plates 

Cultural plates or custom Cultural plates may be issued for passenger vehicles. Passenger vehicles may also 

have Ham configuration on Cultural background. The surcharge is distributed to the Trust for Cultural 

Development to fund specific arts, heritage and humanities programs. Cultural plates may be transferred to 

another vehicle of the same type - see Chapter L for information about plate transfer requirements. 

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The Cultural plate surcharge does not double with four-year 

registration. The surcharge is collected at initial issuance and at 

each renewal. 

When Cultural plates are issued in conjunction with original 

registration (new vehicle or new to Oregon) the fees collected are 

the surcharge of $15 per plate, the plate fee and the registration 

fee. 

When Cultural plates are 

initially issued or 

renewed, a surcharge of 

$15.00 per plate is 

collected. See surcharge 

fee chart in this chapter. 

When Cultural plates are issued or replaced (and the customer 

does not already have Cultural plates) --- either with the renewal or between renewals --- the fees collected 

are the replacement fee, the Cultural plate surcharge, plate fee and registration renewal fee (if at renewal). 

When Cultural plates are replaced (and customer already has Cultural plates), either with the renewal or 

between renewals, the fees collected are the replacement fee, plate fee and registration renewal fee (if at 

renewal). No surcharge is collected if the customer already had Cultural plates. 

Cultural plate fee examples: 


Surcharge 

Plate fee 

2-Year Registration 



$30.00 

+ $5.00 = $35 + $54 reg fee = $89 $35 + $108 reg fee = $143 

Replacement at-renewal (does not have Cultural plates): 

Surcharge 

Plate fee 

Replacem ent fee 

Total 

$30.00 

+ $5.00 + $5.00 

$40 + $54 renewal fee = $94 

Cultural Plate Fees (Cultural plates are issued only to passenger vehicles) 

Original ........................................................................................................................................ $89 

Original (New Vehicle 4-Year Registration) ................................................................................. $143 

Replace w/ Renewal (does not have Cultural plates) ...................................................................... $94 

Replace w/ Renewal (already has Cultural plates) .......................................................................... $64 

Replace w/o Renewal (does not have Cultural plates) .................................................................... $45 

Replace w/o Renewal (already has Cultural plates) ........................................................................ $15 

Custom Original ......................................................................................................................... $139 

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Custom Original (New Vehicle 4-Year Registration) .................................................................... $243 

Change to custom Cultural from regular registration at renewal: 

Does not already have Cultural plates ...................................................... $144 

Already has Cultural plates ...................................................................... $114 

Ham Original ............................................................................................................................... $94 

Ham Original (New Vehicle 4-Year Registration) ........................................................................ $148 

Ham Replace w/ Renewal (does not have Cultural plates) ............................................................. $94 

Ham Replace w/ Renewal (already has Cultural plates) ................................................................. $64 

Ham Replace w/o Renewal (does not have Cultural plates) ........................................................... $45 

Ham Replace w/o Renewal (already has Cultural plates) ............................................................... $15 

Surcharge Fees for Group, Salmon, Crater Lake, and 

Cultural Plates/Registration 

Plate Type: Institutions of Higher Education 

In itia l 


W ith Re ne w al 

No Plates Issued 

Replacem ent plate 

at-renewal 

Replacement plate 

between-renewal 

$16 per plate surcharge ($32 $16 per plate 

Does not have group plate or Does not have group plate or 

per pair for a 2 year period; s u rch arg e ($ 32 p er replacing w ith different type replacing w ith different type 

$64 per pair for a 4 year p air) 

of group plate: 


period) 

Registration Fee Registration Fee $16 per plate surcharge ($32 

per pair) 

$16 per plate surcharge ($32 

per pair) 

Plate Fee $5 Registration Fee Plate Fee $5 

Plate Fee $5 

Between-renewal 

At-renewal Replacem ent Fee Replacem ent Fee $10 

$5 

Replacing with same type of 

group plate: 

Replacing w ith sam e type of 

group plate: 

Registration Fee Plate Fee $5 

Plate Fee $5 


At-renewal Replacem ent Fee Replacem ent Fee $10 

$5 

Chart continued on the following page. 

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Plate Type: Non-Profit / Tax Exempt, Purple Heart, Veterans' Organization 

Initial 



per pair for a 2 year period; 

$20 per pair for a 4 year 

period) 

Registration Fee 

Plate Fee $5 

With Renewal 


$5 per plate surcharge 

($10 per pair) 



at-renewal 

Does not have group plate or 

replacing with different type 



per pair) 



Does not have group plate or 

replacing with different type 



Plate Fee $5 


At-renewal Replacement Fee Replacement Fee $10 

$5 

Replacing with same type of Replacing with same type of 

group plate: 

group plate: 


Plate Fee $5 

At-renewal Replacement Fee 

$5 


per pair) 


Replacement Fee $10 

Initial 



per pair for a 2 year period; $60 

With Renewal 


Plate Type: Salmon 


at-renewal 

Does not have a Salmon 

plate: 



Does not have a Salmon 

plate: 



per pair for a 4 year period) Registration Fee $15 per plate surcharge ($30 

Regis tration Fee 

per pair) 

Plate Fee $5 Registration Fee Plate Fee - $5 

Plate Fee $5 


$5 

Already has Salmon plate: 

Already has Salmon plate: 

Registration Fee Plate Fee - $5 

Plate Fee $5 


Replacem ent Fee $10 


$5 


per pair) 


Replacem ent Fee $10 

Chart continued on the following page. 

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Plate Type: Crater Lake 

Initial 


With Renewal 



at-renewal 




per pair for a 2 year period; 

No Surcharge 


Does not have Crater Lake 

plate: 

Does not have Crater Lake 

plate: 

surcharge is not doubled for a 

4 year period) 




per pair) 

Registration Fee Registration Fee Plate Fee $5 

Plate Fee $5 Plate Fee $5 




$5 

Already has Crater Lake 

plate: 

Already has Crater Lake 

plate: 


Plate Fee $5 


$5 



Plate Type: Cultural 

Initial 


With Renewal 



at-renewal 



$15 per plate surcharge ($30 $15 per plate surcharge Does not have Cultural Does not have Cultural 

per pair for a 2 year period; ($30 per pair) 

plate: 

plate: 

surcharge is not doubled for a 

$15 per plate surcharge ($30 $15 per plate surcharge ($30 


4 year period) 

per pair) 

per pair) 

Plate Fee $5 Registration Fee Plate Fee $5 

Plate Fee $5 




$5 

Already has Cultural plate: Already has Cultural plate: 


Plate Fee $5 


At-renewal Replacement Fee Replacement Fee $10 

$5 

7/1/05 N-15



Heavy Motor Vehicles and Buses Fee Schedule 

WEIGHT IN POUNDS One Year 3/4 Year 1/2 Year 1/4 Year 

8,000 or LESS .......................... $ 27.00 (Buses, hearses, armored cars, ambulances & self propelled cranes only) 

8,001 to 10,000 ......................... 169.00 .............. $ 127.75 ................ $ 85.50 ................ $ 43.25 

10,001 to 12,000 ......................... 192.00 ................. 145.00 ................... 97.00 ...................49.00 

12,001 to 14,000 ......................... 215.00 ................. 162.25 ................. 108.50 ...................54.75 

14,001 to 16,000 ......................... 238.00 ................. 179.50 ................. 120.00 ...................60.50 

16,001 to 18,000 ......................... 261.00 ................. 196.75 ................. 131.50 ...................66.25 

18,001 to 20,000 ......................... 291.00 ................. 219.25 ................. 146.50 ...................73.75 

20,001 to 22,000 ......................... 314.00 ................. 236.50 ................. 158.00 ...................79.50 

22,001 to 24,000 ......................... 345.00 ................. 259.75 ................. 173.50 ...................87.25 

24,001 to 26,000 ......................... 375.00 ................. 282.25 ................. 188.50 ...................94.75 

26,001 to 28,000 ......................... 184.00 ................. 139.00 ................... 93.00 ...................47.00 

28,001 to 30,000 ......................... 192.00 ................. 145.00 ................... 97.00 ...................49.00 

30,001 to 32,000 ......................... 207.00 ................. 156.25 ................. 104.50 ...................52.75 

32,001 to 34,000 ......................... 215.00 ................. 162.25 ................. 108.50 ...................54.75 

34,001 to 36,000 ......................... 230.00 ................. 173.50 ................. 116.00 ...................58.50 

36,001 to 38,000 ......................... 238.00 ................. 179.50 ................. 120.00 ...................60.50 

38,001 to 40,000 ......................... 253.00 ................. 190.75 ................. 127.50 ...................64.25 

40,001 to 42,000 ......................... 261.00 ................. 196.75 ................. 131.50 ...................66.25 

42,001 to 44,000 ......................... 276.00 ................. 208.00 ................. 139.00 ...................70.00 

44,001 to 46,000 ......................... 284.00 ................. 214.00 ................. 143.00 ...................72.00 

46,001 to 48,000 ......................... 291.00 ................. 219.25 ................. 146.50 ...................73.75 

48,001 to 50,000 ......................... 307.00 ................. 231.25 ................. 154.50 ...................77.75 

50,001 to 52,000 ......................... 322.00 ................. 242.50 ................. 162.00 ...................81.50 

52,001 to 54,000 ......................... 330.00 ................. 248.50 ................. 166.00 ...................83.50 

54,001 to 56,000 ......................... 337.00 ................. 253.75 ................. 169.50 ...................85.25 

56,001 to 58,000 ......................... 352.00 ................. 265.00 ................. 177.00 ...................89.00 

58,001 to 60,000 ......................... 368.00 ................. 277.00 ................. 185.00 ...................93.00 

60,001 to 62,000 ......................... 383.00 ................. 288.25 ................. 192.50 ...................96.75 

62,001 to 64,000 ......................... 398.00 ................. 299.50 ................. 200.00 ................. 100.50 

64,001 to 66,000 ......................... 406.00 ................. 305.50 ................. 204.00 ................. 102.50 

66,001 to 68,000 ......................... 421.00 ................. 316.75 ................. 211.50 ................. 106.25 

68,001 to 70,000 ......................... 429.00 ................. 322.75 ................. 215.50 ................. 108.25 

70,001 to 72,000 ......................... 444.00 ................. 334.00 ................. 223.00 ................. 112.00 

72,001 to 74,000 ......................... 452.00 ................. 340.00 ................. 227.00 ................. 114.00 

74,001 to 76,000 ......................... 467.00 ................. 351.25 ................. 234.50 ................. 117.75 

76,001 to 78,000 ......................... 475.00 ................. 357.25 ................. 238.50 ................. 119.75 

78,001 to 80,000 ......................... 490.00 ................. 368.50 ................. 246.00 ................. 123.50 

80,001 to 82,000 ......................... 498.00 ................. 374.50 ................. 250.00 ................. 125.50 

82,001 to 84,000 ......................... 513.00 ................. 385.75 ................. 257.50 ................. 129.25 

84,001 to 86,000 ......................... 521.00 ................. 391.75 ................. 261.50 ................. 131.25 

86,001 to 88,000 ......................... 536.00 ................. 403.00 ................. 269.00 ................. 135.00 

88,001 to 90,000 ......................... 544.00 ................. 409.00 ................. 273.00 ................. 137.00 

90,001 to 92,000 ......................... 559.00 ................. 420.25 ................. 280.50 ................. 140.75 

92,001 to 94,000 ......................... 567.00 ................. 426.25 ................. 284.50 ................. 142.75 

94,001 to 96,000 ......................... 582.00 ................. 437.50 ................. 292.00 ................. 146.50 

96,001 to 98,000 ......................... 590.00 ................. 443.50 ................. 296.00 ................. 148.50 

98,001 to 100,000 ......................... 598.00 ................. 449.50 ................. 300.00 ................. 150.50 

100,001 to 102,000 ......................... 613.00 ................. 460.75 ................. 307.50 ................. 154.25 

102,001 to 104,000 ......................... 621.00 ................. 466.75 ................. 311.50 ................. 156.25 

104,001 to 105,500 ......................... 636.00 ................. 478.00 ................. 319.00 ................. 160.00 

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Motor Homes and Campers/Travel Trailers Fee Schedule 

MOTOR 

HOMES 

CAMPERS AND 

TRAVEL TRAILERS 

LENGTH 2 YEARS 2 YEARS 

6-10 ft. ................................................... $126.00 ................................................... $ 81.00 

11 ft. .........................................................133.50...................................................... 87.75 

12 ft..........................................................141.00...................................................... 94.50 

13 ft..........................................................148.50.................................................... 101.25 

14 ft..........................................................156.00.................................................... 108.00 

15 ft..........................................................163.50.................................................... 114.75 

16 ft..........................................................171.00.................................................... 121.50 

17 ft..........................................................178.50.................................................... 128.25 

18 ft..........................................................186.00.................................................... 135.00 

19 ft..........................................................193.50.................................................... 141.75 

20 ft..........................................................201.00.................................................... 148.50 

21 ft..........................................................208.50.................................................... 155.25 

22 ft..........................................................216.00.................................................... 162.00 

23 ft..........................................................223.50.................................................... 168.75 

24 ft..........................................................231.00.................................................... 175.50 

25 ft..........................................................238.50.................................................... 182.25 

26 ft..........................................................246.00.................................................... 189.00 

27 ft..........................................................253.50.................................................... 195.75 

28 ft..........................................................261.00.................................................... 202.50 

29 ft..........................................................268.50.................................................... 209.25 

30 ft..........................................................276.00.................................................... 216.00 

31 ft..........................................................283.50.................................................... 222.75 

32 ft..........................................................291.00.................................................... 229.50 

33 ft..........................................................298.50.................................................... 236.25 

34 ft..........................................................306.00.................................................... 243.00 

35 ft..........................................................313.50.................................................... 249.75 

36 ft..........................................................321.00.................................................... 256.50 

37 ft..........................................................328.50.................................................... 263.25 

38 ft..........................................................336.00.................................................... 270.00 

39 ft..........................................................343.50.................................................... 276.75 

40 ft..........................................................351.00.................................................... 283.50 

41 ft..........................................................358.50.................................................... 290.25 

42 ft..........................................................366.00.................................................... 297.00 

43 ft..........................................................373.50.................................................... 303.75 

44 ft..........................................................381.00.................................................... 310.50 

45 ft..........................................................388.50.................................................... 317.25 

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Charitable/Non-Profit and Manufactured Structure Toters Fee Schedule 


8,001 to 10,000 ........................ $ 50.00 ................ $ 38.50 ................ $ 26.00 ................ $ 16.00 

10,001 to 12,000 ........................... 60.00 ................... 46.00 ................... 31.00 ...................16.00 

12,001 to 14,000 ........................... 65.00 ................... 49.75 ................... 33.50 ...................17.25 

14,001 to 16,000 ........................... 75.00 ................... 57.25 ................... 38.50 ...................19.75 

16,001 to 18,000 ........................... 80.00 ................... 61.00 ................... 41.00 ...................21.00 

18,001 to 20,000 ........................... 90.00 ................... 68.50 ................... 46.00 ...................23.50 

20,001 to 22,000 ........................... 95.00 ................... 72.25 ................... 48.50 ...................24.75 

22,001 to 24,000 ......................... 105.00 ................... 79.75 ................... 53.50 ...................27.25 

24,001 to 26,000 ......................... 110.00 ................... 83.50 ................... 56.00 ...................28.50 

26,001 to 28,000 ......................... 120.00 ................... 91.00 ................... 61.00 ...................31.00 

28,001 to 30,000 ......................... 125.00 ................... 94.75 ................... 63.50 ...................32.25 

30,001 to 32,000 ......................... 135.00 ................. 102.25 ................... 68.50 ...................34.75 

32,001 to 34,000 ......................... 140.00 ................. 106.00 ................... 71.00 ...................36.00 

34,001 to 36,000 ......................... 150.00 ................. 113.50 ................... 76.00 ...................38.50 

36,001 to 38,000 ......................... 155.00 ................. 117.25 ................... 78.50 ...................39.75 

38,001 to 40,000 ......................... 165.00 ................. 124.75 ................... 83.50 ...................42.25 

40,001 to 42,000 ......................... 170.00 ................. 128.50 ................... 86.00 ...................43.50 

42,001 to 44,000 ......................... 180.00 ................. 136.00 ................... 91.00 ...................46.00 

44,001 to 46,000 ......................... 185.00 ................. 139.75 ................... 93.50 ...................47.25 

46,001 to 48,000 ......................... 190.00 ................. 143.50 ................... 96.00 ...................48.50 

48,001 to 50,000 ......................... 200.00 ................. 151.00 ................. 101.00 ...................51.00 

50,001 to 52,000 ......................... 210.00 ................. 158.50 ................. 106.00 ...................53.50 

52,001 to 54,000 ......................... 215.00 ................. 162.25 ................. 108.50 ...................54.75 

54,001 to 56,000 ......................... 220.00 ................. 166.00 ................. 111.00 ...................56.00 

56,001 to 58,000 ......................... 230.00 ................. 173.50 ................. 116.00 ...................58.50 

58,001 to 60,000 ......................... 240.00 ................. 181.00 ................. 121.00 ...................61.00 

60,001 to 62,000 ......................... 250.00 ................. 188.50 ................. 126.00 ...................63.50 

62,001 to 64,000 ......................... 260.00 ................. 196.00 ................. 131.00 ...................66.00 

64,001 to 66,000 ......................... 265.00 ................. 199.75 ................. 133.50 ...................67.25 

66,001 to 68,000 ......................... 275.00 ................. 207.25 ................. 138.50 ...................69.75 

68,001 to 70,000 ......................... 280.00 ................. 211.00 ................. 141.00 ...................71.00 

70,001 to 72,000 ......................... 290.00 ................. 218.50 ................. 146.00 ...................73.50 

72,001 to 74,000 ......................... 295.00 ................. 222.25 ................. 148.50 ...................74.75 

74,001 to 76,000 ......................... 305.00 ................. 229.75 ................. 153.50 ...................77.25 

76,001 to 78,000 ......................... 310.00 ................. 233.50 ................. 156.00 ...................78.50 

78,001 to 80,000 ......................... 320.00 ................. 241.00 ................. 161.00 ...................81.00 

80,001 to 82,000 ......................... 325.00 ................. 244.75 ................. 163.50 ...................82.25 

82,001 to 84,000 ......................... 335.00 ................. 252.25 ................. 168.50 ...................84.75 

84,001 to 86,000 ......................... 340.00 ................. 256.00 ................. 171.00 ...................86.00 

86,001 to 88,000 ......................... 350.00 ................. 263.50 ................. 176.00 ...................88.50 

88,001 to 90,000 ......................... 355.00 ................. 267.25 ................. 178.50 ...................89.75 

90,001 to 92,000 ......................... 365.00 ................. 274.75 ................. 183.50 ...................92.25 

92,001 to 94,000 ......................... 370.00 ................. 278.50 ................. 186.00 ...................93.50 

94,001 to 96,000 ......................... 380.00 ................. 286.00 ................. 191.00 ...................96.00 

96,001 to 98,000 ......................... 385.00 ................. 289.75 ................. 193.50 ...................97.25 

98,001 to 100,000 ......................... 390.00 ................. 293.50 ................. 196.00 ...................98.50 

100,001 to 102,000 ......................... 400.00 ................. 301.00 ................. 201.00 ................. 101.00 

102,001 to 104,000 ......................... 405.00 ................. 304.75 ................. 203.50 ................. 102.25 

104,001 to 105,500 ......................... 415.00 ................. 312.25 ................. 208.50 ................. 104.75 

N-18 1/1/05



Motor Trucks Registered as Farm Vehicles Fee Schedule 


8,000 or LESS ........................ $ 27.00 

8,001 to 10,000 ........................... 30.00 ................ $ 23.50 ................ $ 16.00 ................ $ 16.00 

10,001 to 12,000 ........................... 35.00 ................... 27.25 ................... 18.50 ...................16.00 

12,001 to 14,000 ........................... 45.00 ................... 34.75 ................... 23.50 ...................16.00 

14,001 to 16,000 ........................... 50.00 ................... 38.50 ................... 26.00 ...................16.00 

16,001 to 18,000 ........................... 60.00 ................... 46.00 ................... 31.00 ...................16.00 

18,001 to 20,000 ........................... 65.00 ................... 49.75 ................... 33.50 ...................17.25 

20,001 to 22,000 ........................... 75.00 ................... 57.25 ................... 38.50 ...................19.75 

22,001 to 24,000 ........................... 80.00 ................... 61.00 ................... 41.00 ...................21.00 

24,001 to 26,000 ........................... 90.00 ................... 68.50 ................... 46.00 ...................23.50 

26,001 to 28,000 ........................... 95.00 ................... 72.25 ................... 48.50 ...................24.75 

28,001 to 30,000 ......................... 105.00 ................... 79.75 ................... 53.50 ...................27.25 

30,001 to 32,000 ......................... 110.00 ................... 83.50 ................... 56.00 ...................28.50 

32,001 to 34,000 ......................... 120.00 ................... 91.00 ................... 61.00 ...................31.00 

34,001 to 36,000 ......................... 125.00 ................... 94.75 ................... 63.50 ...................32.25 

36,001 to 38,000 ......................... 135.00 ................. 102.25 ................... 68.50 ...................34.75 

38,001 to 40,000 ......................... 140.00 ................. 106.00 ................... 71.00 ...................36.00 

40,001 to 42,000 ......................... 150.00 ................. 113.50 ................... 76.00 ...................38.50 

42,001 to 44,000 ......................... 155.00 ................. 117.25 ................... 78.50 ...................39.75 

44,001 to 46,000 ......................... 165.00 ................. 124.75 ................... 83.50 ...................42.25 

46,001 to 48,000 ......................... 170.00 ................. 128.50 ................... 86.00 ...................43.50 

48,001 to 50,000 ......................... 180.00 ................. 136.00 ................... 91.00 ...................46.00 

50,001 to 52,000 ......................... 185.00 ................. 139.75 ................... 93.50 ...................47.25 

52,001 to 54,000 ......................... 190.00 ................. 143.50 ................... 96.00 ...................48.50 

54,001 to 56,000 ......................... 200.00 ................. 151.00 ................. 101.00 ...................51.00 

56,001 to 58,000 ......................... 210.00 ................. 158.50 ................. 106.00 ...................53.50 

58,001 to 60,000 ......................... 215.00 ................. 162.25 ................. 108.50 ...................54.75 

60,001 to 62,000 ......................... 220.00 ................. 166.00 ................. 111.00 ...................56.00 

62,001 to 64,000 ......................... 230.00 ................. 173.50 ................. 116.00 ...................58.50 

64,001 to 66,000 ......................... 240.00 ................. 181.00 ................. 121.00 ...................61.00 

66,001 to 68,000 ......................... 245.00 ................. 184.75 ................. 123.50 ...................62.25 

68,001 to 70,000 ......................... 250.00 ................. 188.50 ................. 126.00 ...................63.50 

70,001 to 72,000 ......................... 260.00 ................. 196.00 ................. 131.00 ...................66.00 

72,001 to 74,000 ......................... 265.00 ................. 199.75 ................. 133.50 ...................67.25 

74,001 to 76,000 ......................... 275.00 ................. 207.25 ................. 138.50 ...................69.75 

76,001 to 78,000 ......................... 280.00 ................. 211.00 ................. 141.00 ...................71.00 

78,001 to 80,000 ......................... 290.00 ................. 218.50 ................. 146.00 ...................73.50 

80,001 to 82,000 ......................... 295.00 ................. 222.25 ................. 148.50 ...................74.75 

82,001 to 84,000 ......................... 305.00 ................. 229.75 ................. 153.50 ...................77.25 

84,001 to 86,000 ......................... 310.00 ................. 233.50 ................. 156.00 ...................78.50 

86,001 to 88,000 ......................... 320.00 ................. 241.00 ................. 161.00 ...................81.00 

88,001 to 90,000 ......................... 325.00 ................. 244.75 ................. 163.50 ...................82.25 

90,001 to 92,000 ......................... 335.00 ................. 252.25 ................. 168.50 ...................84.75 

92,001 to 94,000 ......................... 340.00 ................. 256.00 ................. 171.00 ...................86.00 

94,001 to 96,000 ......................... 350.00 ................. 263.50 ................. 176.00 ...................88.50 

96,001 to 98,000 ......................... 355.00 ................. 267.25 ................. 178.50 ...................89.75 

98,001 to 100,000 ......................... 365.00 ................. 274.75 ................. 183.50 ...................92.25 

100,001 to 102,000 ......................... 370.00 ................. 278.50 ................. 186.00 ...................93.50 

102,001 to 104,000 ......................... 380.00 ................. 286.00 ................. 191.00 ...................96.00 

104,001 to 105,500 ......................... 385.00 ................. 289.75 ................. 193.50 ...................97.25 

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Tow/Recovery Vehicles Fee Schedule 

WEIGHT IN POUNDS 

One Year 

WEIGHT IN POUNDS 

One Year 

8,000 or Less .................................................. $44.00 

8,001 to 10,000 ................................................. 67.00 

10,001 to 12,000 ............................................... 77.00 

12,001 to 14,000 ............................................... 82.00 

14,001 to 16,000 ............................................... 92.00 

16,001 to 18,000 ............................................... 97.00 

18,001 to 20,000 ............................................. 107.00 

20,001 to 22,000 ..............................................112.00 

22,001 to 24,000 ............................................. 122.00 

24,001 to 26,000 ............................................. 127.00 

26,001 or Over Must Register with MCTD. 

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Chapter P: 

Tow/Recovery Vehicles 

TOW/RECOVERY VEHICLES 

For general information about tow/recovery vehicles, call DMV at (503) 945-5000. 

A person needs a towing business certificate and registration if the person (ORS 822.200): 

• Engages in the towing or recovering of vehicles by any 

means for any direct or indirect compensation when the 

vehicle being towed or recovered is owned by a person 

other than the person performing the towing or recovery 

activity. 

• Engages in the towing or recovering by any means, as a 

part of any business operation of the person, vehicles that 

are wrecked, damaged, disabled, or abandoned or 

replacement vehicles. 

• Purports in any way to be engaged in the business of 

performing activities described in subsection (2) of ORS 

822.200. 

“Purports . . to be engaged 

in . .” means to solicit or 

advertise towing services 

through the telephone book, 

business directory, 

newspaper, radio, television, 

posting on vehicles, signs, 

business, billboards, or by 

any other means. 

(OAR 735-154-000) 

When registered with DMV, the business certificate and the registration are used together and expire at 

the same time. 

When registered with MCTD, the MCTD registration and DMV business certificate are issued separately 

and may expire on different dates. 

If the tow vehicle is leased, the lessee (not the lessor) must qualify for tow/recovery registration and be 

shown on the title as the lessee. This is true whether the vehicle is registered with DMV or MCTD. 

Tow/recovery vehicles may tow unregistered vehicles. The vehicle being towed does not need registration 

or a trip permit. 

CITY OR COUNTY REGULATIONS 

A city or county may, by charter or ordinance, further regulate towing businesses. (ORS 822.230) 

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Chapter P: Tow/Recovery Vehicles 

INSURANCE 

Instead of liability insurance for registration as required under ORS Chapter 806, owners of tow/recovery 

vehicles must maintain the type and amounts of insurance required for motor carriers under ORS Chapter 

825. Owners must also maintain an additional $15,000 cargo insurance coverage, unless the owners only 

tow or recover vehicles they own. (ORS 822.205) If customers have questions about insurance requirements 

under Chapter 825, they may call MCTD at (503) 378-6699. 

DEQ 

Tow/recovery vehicles within the Metropolitan Service District (Portland Metro area) and Rogue Valley I/M 

Program (Jackson County) are subject to DEQ testing. Prorated vehicles are exempt from DEQ testing . For 

more information about DEQ, see Chapter L. 

The customer must submit a completed Application for Tow or Recovery Vehicle Certificate, Form 735-387, 

for each vehicle. A Form 735-226 or Form 735-268, is also required if the title is being transferred or the 

vehicle is registered with DMV. 

The title and business certificate must always be issued in the same name. 

The business certificate is valid for one year from the last day of the month in which the original certificate was 

issued. 

Both the registration and business certificate must be current to operate as a tow/recovery vehicle. 

When completing a Form 735-387, all applicable boxes and spaces must be completed. See example of 

Form 735-387 below. 

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Example of APPLICATION FOR TOW OR RECOVERY VEHICLE BUSINESS 

CERTIFICATE , FORM 735-387 

Actual size of form is 8 ½" x 11". 

DETERMINING HOW TO REGISTER TOW/RECOVERY VEHICLES 

Tow/recovery vehicles with a combined weight over 26,000 pounds are subject to the Oregon weight-mile 

tax and must register with MCTD. If the combined weight is 26,000 pounds or less, it is not subject to the tax, 

and it must be registered with DMV. (Prorating a vehicle is an option the customer has whether the vehicle is 

subject to the weight-mile tax or not.) 

DMV registration fees are based on registration weight and not combined weight. Therefore, when determining 

whether the vehicle needs to be registered with DMV or MCTD, the combined weight must first be determined. 

Any questions concerning MCTD or prorate requirements should be addressed to Motor Carrier Transportation 

Division, 550 Capitol St. NE, Salem OR 97310. The phone number is (503) 378-6699. 

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REGISTRATION WEIGHT FOR TOW/RECOVERY VEHICLES 

To determine whether to register with DMV or MCTD and to determine registration weight, use the following 

information: 

• COMBINED WEIGHT is the empty weight of all vehicles in a combination plus the weight of the load 

carried on that combination of vehicles. 

• REGISTRATION WEIGHT of a tow vehicle is the weight of the tow truck equipped for service. Do 

not include the weight of the vehicle being towed unless the tow vehicle is towing a “heavy trailer.” (A 

“heavy trailer” is a trailer which has a loaded weight of more than 8,000 pounds. “Heavy trailer” does 

not include campers, travel trailer, special use trailers or fixed load vehicles.) If the tow vehicle is 

towing above its registration weight, a registration weight trip permit is needed. 

There is one situation where the weight of the trailer and its load is not included in the registration weight of the 

tow/recovery vehicle, nor would a registration weight trip permit be required. This is if the tow/recovery 

vehicle is towing a truck and trailer combination, the truck being towed is currently registered, and the registration 

weight of the trailer and trailer load is included in that truck's registration weight. 

CERTIFICATE FEES 

All tow/recovery vehicles must have a tow business certificate. The fee for the business certificate is $17 and 

is renewed annually. See Chapter N regarding additional registration fees. 

PLATES ISSUED AND PLATE FEES 

Tow/recovery vehicles, including prorated tow/recovery vehicles, are issued plates with a “TW” prefix. All 

“TW” plates are issued from DMV Headquarters in Salem. 

The plate fee is charged each time a tow plate is issued to vehicles registered with DMV or that are prorated 

or registered with MCTD. The plate fee and a replacement plate fee is charged for all tow replacement plates 

issued. See Chapter N regarding plate fees. 

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REGISTRATION AND TOW/RECOVERY CARD 

If the vehicle is registered by DMV, the registration card is combined with the Tow Business Certificate and is 

identified as the “Tow Recovery Certificate/Registration Card.” 

If registered with MCTD, a “Tow Business Certificate” is issued by DMV, and a separate registration card is 

issued by MCTD. 

SURRENDER OF “TW” PLATES 

TW plates are nontransferable. When a tow vehicle is sold, transferred, wrecked or taken out of service as a 

tow/recovery vehicle, the certificate and TW plates must be surrendered to DMV. 

Any new owner must apply for an original tow business certificate and plates. 

PRORATED TOW/RECOVERY VEHICLES 

Prorated tow vehicles register through the Prorate Section at MCTD. MCTD issues registration plates and 

DMV issues the TW plates and the business certificate. Prorated vehicles may title in Oregon or another state. 

For information on obtaining prorated registration, call MCTD at (503) 378-6699. 

For information on obtaining a business certificate for a prorated vehicle, call DMV Customer Assistance at 

(503) 945-5000. Do not call Business Regulation. 

TOWERS WHO SELL OREGON REGISTERED VEHICLES 

Oregon licensed towers are required to remove the year registration stickers from both of the Oregon registration 

plates on passenger vehicles they sell, unless the buyer is another Oregon licensed dealer. (Oregon licensed 

dealers must also remove year registration stickers from the Oregon registration plates on passenger vehicles 

they sell, unless the buyer is an Oregon licensed dealer, or they submit the title documents to DMV on behalf 

of the customer.) 

When towers and dealers are required to remove stickers from the registration plates of a vehicle they sell, a 

Dealer/Tower Trip Permit, Form 307 may be sold to the vehicle buyer. Towers must apply to DMV Business 

Regulations to be able to obtain and sell these permits. See Chapter S for a description and example of the 

Dealer/Tower Trip Permit, and how to complete it. 

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Chapter Q: 

Wreckers 

WRECKERS 

The necessary paperwork to complete when obtaining a “salvage” vehicle depends on the disposition of the 

vehicle and the intended use of the vehicle. 

Refer to Chapter K regarding the definition of totaled, wrecked, dismantled, disassembled and substantially 

altered vehicles. Also note when it is necessary for a party to apply for salvage title. 

Statutes regulating wreckers can be found beginning with ORS 822.100. 

SALVAGE TITLES 

Wreckers should apply for a salvage title on every totaled vehicle that they acquire unless the vehicle, including 

the frame and unibody, will be completely destroyed. In addition, a salvage title should be received on vehicles 

that are wrecked, dismantled, disassembled or substantially altered when acquired, if there is no intent to 

completely destroy the vehicle including the frame or unibody. 

A salvage title is not required for vehicles that are wrecked, dismantled, disassembled or substantially altered 

if the wrecker intends to completely destroy the vehicle including the frame or unibody. 

For vehicles that are already covered by salvage titles, wreckers are not required to transfer the salvage title 

into their name. If the wrecker intends to sell or transfer the vehicle frame or unibody, they must then complete 

and submit to DMV only the Wrecker’s Notice, Form 270. 

VEHICLES THAT WILL BE COMPLETELY DESTROYED 

If a wrecker intends to completely destroy the vehicle, including the frame or unibody, an ownership document other 

than a salvage title may be acceptable. Examples of acceptable ownership documents include: 

• Regular titles 

• Replacement title applications with proper releases (as long as the vehicle isn't subject to odometer 

requirements). 

• Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin. 

• Notice of Vehicle to be Dismantled, Form 735-6017. This form must be receipted by DMV in the 

lower right-hand corner. 

• Possessory lien documents 

• Sheriff's bills of sale 

For questions about whether the document received is sufficient, contact DMV Customer Assistance at 

(503) 945-5000 or in the Portland area (503) 299-999. 

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Chapter Q: Wreckers 

WRECKERS NOTICE TO DRIVER AND MOTOR VEHICLE 

SERVICES, FORM 735-270 

For instructions regarding when to submit the Form 735-270, what to submit with the Form 270, and how to 

complete the Form 270, see Form 270A, Instructions for Wrecker’s Notice. The information in Form 270A 

is also provided below. 

A Wrecker's Vehicle Notice to Driver and Motor Vehicle Services, Form 

735-270, must be submitted to DMV: 

• When you wreck, dismantle, disassemble or substantially alter the form of the vehicle. This must be 

done within 30 days of when the vehicle is wrecked, dismantled, disassembled or substantially altered. 

• When you sell or transfer a wrecked, dismantled, disassembled or substantially altered vehicle, 

frame or unibody. You must submit a Form 270, even though in some cases you may have already 

submitted the form under (1) above. 

Do not submit a Form 270 when you acquire a vehicle until you have done one of the above. 

The Form 735-270 should be mailed to DMV, Attn: Totaled Vehicle Desk, 1905 Lana Avenue NE, Salem OR 

97314. If the Form 735-270 contained an error, submit a corrected Form 735-270 together with a written 

explanation of why another form is being submitted. 

What to Submit with the Form 735-270 

For a vehicle that is already covered by a salvage title (issued by Oregon or another state): 

• Complete and submit only the Form 270 if you intend to transfer the frame or unibody or use it to 

construct another vehicle. Indicate on the form that a salvage title has been issued and what state it was 

issued from. (The salvage title stays with the frame or unibody.) 

• Complete and submit the Form 270 along with the salvage title if you intend to completely destroy 

the vehicle and not transfer the frame or unibody or use it to construct another vehicle. Indicate on the 

form that the vehicle is completely destroyed. 

For a vehicle that does not have a salvage title: 

• Complete and submit the Form 270 along with the title or ownership document if you intend to 

completely destroy thevehicle and not transfer the frame or unibody or use it to construct another 

vehicle. 

• Complete and submit an Application for Salvage Title along with the title or ownership document if you 

intend to rebuild or repair the vehicle, transfer the frame or unibody, or use the frame or unibody to 

construct another vehicle. (Do not submit a Form 270 until you wreck, dismantle, disassemble, 

substantially alter or sell or transfer such a vehicle.) 

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How to complete the Form 735-270 

When completing a Form 735-270, be sure all applicable boxes and spaces are filled in. 

• Complete all the vehicle information and the name and address of your business. 

• Indicate on the form (by checking the appropriate box) whether the vehicle met the definition of a 

totaled vehicle prior to being wrecked, dismantled, disassembled or substantially altered. If one of 

the boxes is not marked, the documents will be returned to you for completion. Indication that 

the vehicle is totaled may be on the title itself, on the salvage title or on a letter or bill of sale from the 

insurer. Any title subsequently issued for the vehicle will contain a damage brand (assembled, 

reconstructed, or totaled). This section also certifies that the plates have been removed from the 

vehicle and have been destroyed. 

• Complete the statement of sale at the bottom of the form. 

• Sign and date the form. 

Definition of Totaled (ORS 801.527) 

• A vehicle that is declared a total loss by an insurer. 

• A vehicle that is uninsured and the cost to repair the damage is equal to at least 80 per cent of the retail 

market value prior to the damage. 

• A vehicle that is stolen, not recovered within 30 days and is not covered by an insurer. 

Oregon Administrative Rule 735-24-130(4) applies this requirement to intent: 

“If at the time the title or primary ownership documents are required to be surrendered, a final determination 

as to the disposition of the vehicle or frame or unibody has not been made, DMV shall construe that there 

may be some intent to repair, rebuild or transfer and shall require a salvage title to be applied for.” 

You should not sell the frame or unibody without first obtaining a salvage title. 

WRECKER'S RECORDS 

In addition to keeping a copy of the Form 735-270, the wrecker must comply with the record keeping 

requirements of ORS 822.135. A separate record log must be retained to properly record and describe the 

vehicle, identify the purchaser and seller, provide information concerning the VIN and any alterations in the 

VIN. Failure to keep proper records is a Class A Misdemeanor. 

See example of the Form 735-270 on the following page. 

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Example of WRECKER’S VEHICLE NOTICE TO DRIVER AND MOTOR VEHICLE 

SERVICES, Form 735-270 

The actual size of the form is 5 ½” x 8 ½.” 

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Chapter S: 

Dealers 

INTRODUCTION 

This chapter covers some of the major duties and responsibilities of Oregon dealers that relate to the Oregon 

Vehicle Code and related requirements. When using this manual you must be aware that: 

• The only areas addressed are those administered by DMV. Dealers may be subject to other federal, 

state and local laws, ordinances or regulations. 

• Not all DMV related duties and responsibilities are covered and there may be exemptions that apply. 

More information may be obtained from Oregon statutes, administrative rules or by contacting DMV. 

The Business License Unit in Salem, (503) 945-5052, can assist you with questions concerning business 

certificates, dealer plates, trip permits and temporary permits; or with any questions regarding licensing 

issues. You can get forms needed to obtain a license from DMV’s web page at www.oregondmv.com. 

You may come in person to Business License Unit located at 1965 Lana Ave NE, Salem, OR 97314. Office 

hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. except holidays. If you come to the Business License Unit to pay for any 

business, exact change is required. The Business License Unit is unable to make change. If you have any 

questions about fees, call the Business License Unit at (503) 945-5052. The Business License Unit mailing 

address is 1905 Lana Ave NE, Salem OR 97314. 

All new dealer applications are reviewed prior to the issuance of a dealer certificate and number. Therefore, a 

new dealer application submitted at the Business License counter would receive a receipt only. We will not 

issue an Oregon dealer license if the applicant does not have a permanent location for their dealer business in 

Oregon and will not be acting as a vehicle dealer in Oregon pursuant to ORS 822.005. 

The Business Regulation Investigation Section at (503) 945-5281, can assist you with any regulatory or 

enforcement related questions you may have, including issues related to investigations or inspections. If 

you would like to file a complaint against another dealer, you may call DMV at (503) 945-5000 or 

(503) 299-9999 (Portland Metro). You may also access a Request for Investigation, Form 6504, on DMV’s 

web page at www.oregondmv.com. 

NOTE: You may view lists of current, cancelled, suspended, and expired dealers by accessing the Business 

Regulation website at www.oregondmv.com. 

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Chapter S: Dealers 

DEALER BUSINESS LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 

Each business location established by a dealer must: 

a) Have a sufficient space to display one or more vehicles of the type the dealer has been issued a 

certificate to sell; 

b) Provide a means for the public to contact the dealership or an employee of the dealer at all times during 

the dealer’s normal business hours; 

c) Have displayed an exterior sign permanently affixed to the land or a building which identifies the 

dealership by the name shown on the dealer’s business certificate, with letters clearly visible to the 

major avenue of traffic; and 

d) Have displayed, in a publicly accessible and conspicuous manner, the dealer’s business certificate. 

Requests for exemption from the first three requirements above should be made to DMV. 

Each business location established by a dealer must also: 

• Obtain a supplemental dealer certificate from DMV before you sell or display vehicles from any 

location other than the location listed on your dealer certificate. 

• You must maintain records relating to the purchase and sale of vehicles or campers for a total of five 

years. The original records must be maintained for two years at the main dealer location or a supplemental 

location (for supplemental location records). After the two-year period, the records must be maintained 

for three years in any location within the State of Oregon that is convenient for the dealer. 

Records must include the following information: 

• A record of the purchase, sale or exchange or of the dealer’s receipt for purchase of sale. 

• A description of the vehicle or camper, and the vehicle identification number. 

• The name and address of the seller, the purchaser and the alleged owner or other person from 

whom the vehicle was purchased or received or to whom it was sold or delivered. 

• A duly assigned certificate of title, other primary ownership record or a bill of sale from the registered 

owner of the vehicle or camper from the time of delivery to the dealer until the dealer disposes of 

the vehicle. 

• Records must be accessible and available for inspection by DMV and law enforcement personnel 

during normal business hours. 

DEALER TRAINING 

In addition to training you may receive from your investigator at the time of an inspection or investigation, 

DMV’s Business Regulation Section can provide group training for dealers concerning their obligations under 

the Vehicle Code as they relate to their dealership activities. Group training needs to be arranged in advance 

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and is subject to the availablilty of a DMV Investigator. If you are interested in this service, please call (503) 

945-5281. 

RECORD PRIVACY 

Federal and state privacy laws have raised questions on what personal information in a dealers’ file is subject 

to redisclosure restrictions. 

Personal information is defined as: 

• Name 

• Address 

• Customer number 

• Telephone number 

Any personal information obtained from DMV by a dealer is subject to redisclosure restrictions as defined in 

ORS 802.171-191. 

Personal information obtained from a customer for purposes of completing title and registration documents on 

behalf of the customer is not subject to redisclosure restrictions. The title and registration application does not 

become a motor vehicle record until it is submitted to DMV. 

DEALERSHIP SOLD/OUT OF BUSINESS 

In most cases, when you sell your dealership, your dealer certificate and dealer number cannot be 

transferred to the new owner. The new owner must obtain a new dealer certificate. If the new owner 

wants to use the same business name and address that is on your dealer certificate, you must then 

return your dealer certificate, dealer plates and any temporary permit books to DMV. Also, return 

unused trip permits for a refund. DMV will not allow two dealers to have the same name and address 

at the same time. If you want to keep your dealer certificate active, please call the Business License 

Unit at (503) 945-5052. 

CHANGES 

If you change your business name or dealership location, an application for a corrected dealer certificate must 

be approved by Oregon DMV before conducting any business under the new business name or dealership 

location. There is a $30 fee for each correction. The Application to Correct Dealer/Rebuilder Vehicle 

Dealer Certificate, Form 735-371, is available at your local DMV office, DMV’s web page at 

www.oregondmv.com and through the Business License Unit at (503) 945-5052. 

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If you change your organization by adding or removing a partner, LLC member or corporate officer, an 

Application to Correct Dealer/Rebuilder Vehicle Dealer Certificate, Form 735-371 must be completed and 

sent to DMV. If you have any questions about any changes in your business, please call the Business License 

Unit at (503) 945-5052. 

SUPPLEMENTAL LOCATIONS 

If you add a supplemental location to your business, before you conduct any business there, DMV must 

approve your Supplemental Dealer/Rebuilder Vehicle Dealer Certificate Application, Form 372. All 

supplemental locations must be operated under the exact business name and ownership as the main location. 

There is a fee for this application. A supplemental certificate expires the same date as the “main location” 

certificate, no matter when obtained. Supplemental certificate fees are not prorated. 

Any business that a dealer operates under a different business name must be operated under a separate 

business certificate. The dealer must apply for and pay the fee for another business certificate. 

DEALER SHOWS 

A licensed dealer may conduct a “show” on a site other than the main or supplemental location without the 

need for a supplemental certificate if: 

• There are at least two dealers displaying vehicles; and 

• The show will last 10 days or less. 

Special show rules exist for RV dealers. You should consult Business Regulation or review 

OAR 735-150-0020 and OAR 735-150-0045 for these requirements. 

RENEWING BUSINESS CERTIFICATE 

In order to maintain a dealer business certificate, a dealer must apply to renew prior to the expiration of the 

dealer certificate. Renewal applications and billing lists are sent out to dealers two months before the expiration 

date of the business certificate. To renew, a dealer must: 

• Complete the dealer application, include a photocopy of photo ID (see page 4 of the application instructions 

for details). Photocopies must be legible. 

• Take the application to the city or county for approval. (Only if the address on the application is different 

than the business address on the current dealer certificate.) 

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• Have the surety company complete the bond and have the owner sign. 

• Have the liability insurance company complete the certificate of insurance, or the dealer completes the 

certificate of exemption. 

• Submit a certificate of continuing education issued by an approved provider, or the dealer completes a 

certificate of exemption from continuing education. 

• Sign the application (application must be signed by owner, all partners, all principal corporate officers and 

all members) and bond (bond must be signed by the owner, one of the partners, a corporate officer or one 

of the members). If a corporation, the application must be signed by the president and corporate secretary. 

Corporate officers include: president, corporate secretary, vice president and treasurer (others are not 

accepted such as chief financial officer, chief executive officer or chairman). 

• Follow instructions on the billing list for renewal fees. Do not go by the fees on the application. 

• Mail to 1905 Lana Ave NE, Salem OR 97314 or bring in person to 1965 Lana Ave NE, Salem OR 

97314. 

NOTE: A dealer who submits an application to renew a dealer license, and the application contains a surety 

bond and any required insurance coverage: 

• Within 15 days after the expiration of the license shall be considered a timely application. 

• Later than 15 days but within 45 days after the expiration of the license shall be considered a timely 

application, but shall be assessed a civil penalty of $100 in addition to the renewal fee. 

• Later than 45 days after the expiration of the license shall be treated as a new dealer application and not 

as a renewal. This means being assigned a new dealer number, and being required to fulfill the same 

requirements for an original dealer certificate including city/county approval, completion of the education 

requirement, and having the application investigated prior to the issuance of a new certificate and dealer 

plates. Additionally, you will be considered an unlicensed dealer subject to civil penalties and other regulatory 

action under DMV’s authority if you continue to act as a dealer before the new application is approved. 

A designation will be made on the certificates of those licensees who have taken the insurance liability exemption. 

The designation is intended to alert both buyers and sellers to the fact that the dealer bearing this certificate is 

“Limited to the Purchase and Sale of Non-Motorized Vehicles ONLY.” 

A dealer who does not have continuous coverage of bonding or any required insurance may not conduct 

business that normally requires a current, valid dealer certificate during the period they are not covered by the 

required bonding or any required insurance. 

DEALER PLATES 

A dealer plate may be used on a vehicle, except a manufactured structure, owned or controlled by the dealer 

and must be displayed on the rear of the vehicle. When a dealer plate is used on a consignment vehicle, the 

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consignment agreement must be in the vehicle. A dealer plate cannot be used on service vehicles, on vehicles 

once they are sold, or on salvage titled vehicles. 

There is no special form for ordering additional plates. Submit the proper fees and a letter requesting plates. 

The fee for plates is determined by the type of dealer certificate. A temporary plate is issued for each plate 

requested for use until the metal plate is received. Any lost or stolen dealer plate needs to be reported in 

writing to the Business License Unit by fax or mail. You should also report stolen dealer plates to state and 

local law enforcement. 

You must return your dealer plates to DMV when your dealership is sold or goes out of business. 

Please call the Business License Unit at (503) 945-5052 for further plate information. 

BOND/LIABILITY INSURANCE, CANCELLATIONS & 

REINSTATEMENTS 

If DMV receives a cancellation notice from your bonding company or your liability insurance company, you 

will get a cancellation letter from DMV. You must cease all business that normally requires a current, valid 

dealer certificate, until you obtain the required insurance or bond. To reinstate your business certificate, you 

must do one of the following within 45 days of cancellation: 

• Have your bonding company or liability insurance company send DMV a reinstatement; or 

• Get a new bond or liability insurance certificate (on the DMV form). 

If your new bond or liability insurance certificate is not obtained within 45 days of cancellation, you must apply 

and qualify for a new dealer certificate. 

As a dealer you must maintain liability insurance coverage throughout your license period unless you submitted 

a certificate of exemption from liability insurance. Business License will send you a letter explaining that your 

policy has expired on a particular date. The same letter will also be sent to your current liability insurance 

company asking for a new certificate of insurance form if the policy is being renewed, or a cancellation notice 

if the policy is not being renewed. If you go to another insurance company, then your new agent needs to 

complete our form. The policy information must be on our form, not the insurance industry’s “ACORD” form. 

(We recommend that you call Business Licensing to follow up on receipt of the form.) 

A dealer who does not have continuous coverage of bonding or any required insurance may not conduct 

business that normally requires a current, valid dealer certificate during the period they are not covered by the 

required bonding or any required insurance. 

REFUNDS 

If you sell your dealership or are no longer in business, there is no refund on the licensing fees that you originally 

paid. 

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ORDERING FORMS 

How to order Secure Odometer Disclosure, Form 735-403 & Secure Power 

Of Attorney, Form 735-402: 

Federal rules require these secure forms be state-issued and controlled. 

ODOT/DMV does not supply these forms to dealers, lenders or other bulk users. Dealers, banks, 

wreckers, and others who transfer vehicles for their customers must purchase the forms from the 

distributors. Although the distributors are dealer’s associations, they also provide the forms to other bulk 

users such as banks and other lenders. Dealers who have more than one dealership and operate under 

different dealer licenses cannot transfer forms from one dealership to another. They must purchase the forms 

for each dealership. 

The only distributors we have are: 

Oregon Independent Auto Dealer’s Assn. 

2582 19th Street SE 

Salem, OR 97302 

Phone orders: (503) 362-6839 

Toll-free FAX: 877-CAR-FORM 

Email order: info@oiada.com 

Oregon Automobile Dealer’s 

Association 

c/o DiversiForm 

6475 SW Fallbrook Place 

Beaverton, OR 97008 

Telephone 1-800-766-6232 

How to order forms from ODOT/DMV: 

To order forms (except for Secure Odometer Disclosure, Form 735-403, and Secure Power Of Attorney, 

Form 735-402 - see above) complete a Request for Forms to be Mailed, Form 735-6110, or 

• Make a list of the forms you need. Include the form name and number. 

• For each form, determine the amount that will be used within a six-month period and include it on the list 

of forms you order. DO NOT order more than you will use in a six-month period. Forms are frequently 

revised. 

• Write a letter requesting the forms and attach the list. 

• Mail or Fax your order to: 

ODOT Storeroom, DMV Forms Supply 

455 Airport Road S.E. Bldg. K 

Salem OR 97301-5348 

FAX: (503) 986-2801 

Many DMV forms are also available to view and print from the DMV Web site at www.oregondmv.com. 

Some forms have been made available to fill out on your screen. You may then print them to take to DMV. 

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WHEN AN OREGON DEALER OBTAINS A VEHICLE TO OFFER 

FOR SALE 

When an Oregon dealer obtains a vehicle to offer for sale, they must: 

• Within seven days, complete and submit to DMV (for Oregon titled vehicles only) a Dealer’s Notice of 

Vehicle Purchase, Form 735-165. See instructions for completing this form later in this chapter. 

• Immediately remove any foreign or out-of-state registration plates from vehicles in their inventory. Dealers 

may retain the plates until the vehicle is sold. 

• Destroy the registration plates from other jurisdictions if the vehicle is to be titled in Oregon or in a 

jurisdiction other than that in which the vehicle was previously registered. (If the vehicle will be re-registered 

in the former jurisdiction, the plates may be placed back on the vehicle following the sale.) 

WHEN AN OREGON DEALER SELLS A VEHICLE 

When an Oregon dealer sells a vehicle, they must: 

• Provide a signed and dated release of interest. This may be on the title, MCO, bill of sale, or on a separate 

piece of paper. The bill of sale should include your dealer number. 

• Provide an odometer disclosure from the dealership to the purchaser, unless the vehicle is exempt from 

odometer disclosure requirements. See Chapter I for more information. 

• Submit fees and documents required for title to DMV within 30 calendar days of the transfer of interest 

or within 25 calendar days of the transfer of interest, furnish the certificate of title or other primary 

ownership document for the vehicle and any required release of interest to the new buyer (** see remark 

below). You must also satisfy any prior interest in any vehicle or camper you sell within 15 days from the 

date of transfer (see section titled “Satisfaction of Prior Interests” later in this chapter). 

• If not submitting the title/registration paperwork to Oregon DMV on behalf of the buyer, remove year 

registration stickers from both of the Oregon registration plates on passenger vehicles they sell, unless the 

buyer is another Oregon licensed dealer. (Oregon licensed towers must also remove stickers from the 

Oregon registration plates on passenger vehicles they sell, unless the buyer is an Oregon licensed dealer.) 

Dealers and towers may issue up to two 10-day trip permits, Form 735-307 when the stickers are 

removed from a motor vehicle (see trip permit section later in this chapter). 

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If you cannot comply within the time limits allowed by law, you must notify your buyer and any security interest 

holder and/or lessor, within 25 business days of the transfer of interest (see example on next page). Notice 

to the buyer and other parties must include: 

• Detailed reason for the delay; 

• Anticipated extent of the delay; and 

• Statement of rights and remedies available if the delay becomes unreasonably extended. DMV considers 

unreasonably extended to be 45 days from the date of transfer of interest. The statement must inform the 

purchaser of their right to file complaints against the dealer with DMV if the delay goes beyond 45 days 

from the date of transfer of interest. However, you are still required to notify buyers and security interest 

holders within 25 business days as noted above. 

Dealers must keep records that show they have complied with these regulations. If a dealer is unable to comply 

with these requirements, the dealer’s records must contain sufficient documentation to establish the dealer has 

made a good faith effort to comply and the dealer’s inability to comply is due to circumstances beyond their 

control (see sample letter of A Suggested Notice To The Buyer later in this chapter for examples or circumstances 

beyond control that are acceptable to DMV if proven). 

** Oregon law requires any person who transfers interest of a vehicle covered by an Oregon title to 

notify DMV of the transfer within 10 days of the date of transfer. A vehicle dealer is exempt from 

this notice requirement if the dealer transfers the vehicle to another dealer or submits application 

for title to the vehicle on behalf of the buyer of the vehicle. 

Notification may be submitted on DMV Form 6890, Notice of Sale or Transfer of a Vehicle (see 

example that follows), or may be in your own format, as long as all required information is included. 

The minimum information required is the vehicle identification number, plate number, seller name 

and buyer name. You may also use the on-line Form 6890 on the DMV web site. 

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Example of NOTICE OF SALE OR TRANSFER OF A VEHICLE, FORM 735-6890 

The actual size of the form is 5 ½" x 8 ½." 

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Here Is A Sample Of A Suggested Notice To The Buyer: 

January 1, 2002 

Mr. and Ms. Car Buyer 

1234 Any Street 

Portland, Oregon 97000 

ABC Used Cars 

123 Main Street 

Salem, Oregon 97314 

RE: 1997 Rolls Royce, VIN # 1234LJD0509712670 

Dear Mr. and Ms. Car Buyer: 

Oregon Law requires we notify you and the lien holder (if applicable) within 25 business days 

when we are unable to submit the TITLE DOCUMENTS for processing to DMV within 30 

calendar days, or if we are unable to provide the title and any release there on within 25 

calendar days. 

We are experiencing a delay in obtaining the necessary documents for the following reason(s): 

list specific reasons, which must include that the circumstances were “beyond the dealer’s 

control,” for example, where the prior security interest holder did not release title even 

though the loan was paid off in a timely manner by the dealer, or where the dealer can 

document that he/she could not get title from a state. 

We anticipate the delay will be ____________ days. 

We are also required to inform you that you have the right to file a complaint against us with 

DMV if this delay becomes unreasonably extended. Complaints should be addressed to: 

DMV, Business Regulation, 1905 Lana Avenue NE, Salem OR 97314 or call (503) 945- 

5000 or (503) 299-9999 (Portland Metro area). 

We thank you for your understanding and patience. 

Sincerely, 

Signature 

ABC USED CARS 

cc: lienholder 

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Failure to comply with these requirements may result in DMV taking action against your business certificate. 

This action could include probation, suspension, revocation or cancellation of the business certificate or against 

you or the assessment of civil penalties. Also, you may be subject to criminal action by law enforcement. 

SATISFACTION OF PRIOR INTERESTS 

Within 15 days of transfer of interest to the dealer, or within 15 days of obtaining clear title in dealer to dealer 

transactions, the dealer must satisfy: 

• The interest of any person from whom the dealer purchased or obtained the vehicle or camper; and 

• The interest of any person from whom the person described above leased the vehicle or camper; and 

• All security interests in the vehicle entered into prior to the time of transfer. 

CONSIGNMENTS 

What You Need To Do When You Take A Vehicle On Consignment 

Unless the consignor is a licensed dealer, you must have proof the person consigning the vehicle is the registered 

owner, a security interest holder, or lessor of the vehicle. Generally DMV will accept the original or photocopy 

of one of the following: 

• The title; or 

• Registration card; or 

• DMV stamped “Notice of Transaction Submitted” form; or 

• Printout from DMV. 

The terms of your consignment must be in writing and you must provide a copy of the agreement to 

the consignor. 

You and the consignor must agree, in writing, to what will happen with the money after the vehicle is sold. 

This, for example means, if the consignor has a lien on the vehicle and you are to pay off that lien at the time 

of sale from the proceeds of the sale, this must be established at the time the consignment is taken and must 

be in writing. The agreement must include a provision stating if the terms of the agreement are not met, the 

consignor may file a complaint in writing with the Department of Transportation, Salem, Oregon. A sample form 

of an agreement that meets these requirements is shown later in this chapter. 

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If You Take A Consignment From Another Dealer 

It is your responsibility to make sure the other party is a licensed dealer, and you must comply with all of the 

requirements listed above. 

When You Sell The Vehicle 

You, the dealer, may NOT take any part of your fee or commission until the transaction has been completed. 

This means you can collect your fee or commission only after the consignor and all other parties have been 

paid that were outlined in the initial agreement. The consignor must be paid within 10 days of sale (ORS 

822.060). 

You must provide the purchaser with a Disclosure Regarding Consignment Sales. Use a separate form for 

each vehicle. A suggested example follows in this chapter. 

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Example of VEHICLE CONSIGNMENT AGREEMENT 

(AVAILABLE FROM OIADA) 

(Use a separate form for each vehicle.) 

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Example of DISCLOSURE REGARDING CONSIGNMENT SALES 

(AVAILABLE FROM OIADA). 

(Use a separate form for each vehicle.) 

DISCLOSURE REGARDING CONSIGNMENT SALE 

_____________________________________ is selling the following described vehicle: 

(Name of Dealer) 

_______________________________________________________________________ 

(Year) (Make) (Model) (Vehicle Identification Number) 

on consignment. Title to this vehicle is in the name of:___________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________ 

(Vehicle Owner(s) as shown on Certificate of Title) 

and the following are listed on the Certificate of Title as Security Interest Holders: 

_______________________________________________________________________ 

_______________________________________________________________________ 

YOU SHOULD TAKE ACTION TO ENSURE THAT ANY SECURITY INTERESTS 

ARE RELEASED AND THAT THE TITLE TO THE VEHICLE IS TRANSFERRED 

TO YOU. OTHERWISE, YOU MAY TAKE TITLE SUBJECT TO ANY UNSATISFIED 

SECURITY INTERESTS. 

Date:_____________________Dealer:________________________________________ 

Date Copy Received:___________ Buyer’s Signature:___________________________ 

TRADE-IN/DEALER NOTICE OF VEHICLE PURCHASE, 

FORM 735-165 

DMV must be notified within seven days when an Oregon titled vehicle becomes part of an Oregon dealer’s 

inventory for resale. The Dealer Notice of Vehicle Purchase, Form 735-165, allows an Oregon dealer to 

possess a vehicle without transferring title into their dealership name. Do not submit a Form 735-165 for 

vehicles that are titled in another jurisdiction. 

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It is important to include all vehicle description information, including the Oregon license plate 

number, the VIN, and the title number when completing the forms. DMV uses the information supplied 

on these forms to mark the computer record indicating the vehicle is in the dealer’s stock. If some of the 

information is missing or in error, DMV may not be able to locate the record and may return the form to you. 

Form 735-165 is a two-part form. The top copy of the form should be submitted to a local DMV office or 

mailed to DMV, 1905 Lana Avenue NE, Salem OR 97314-2250. The bottom copy should be kept by the 

dealership for their records. This is an inspection/audit requirement. 

Example of DEALER NOTICE OF VEHICLE PURCHASE, FORM 735-165 

The actual size of the form is 5 ½" x 8 ½." 

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ADDED RESPONSIBILITIES OF OREGON DEALERS ACTING AS 

AGENTS 

All dealers are designated agents of DMV. When you sign your application for a business certificate, you are 

also agreeing to comply with the regulations for agents. You are not obligated to actually perform any 

agent duties. Acting as an agent is optional, except for the sale of snowmobiles, where it is mandatory for 

dealers to collect fees and submit all title and registration requirements to DMV on the buyer’s behalf. 

Along with other duties, dealers acting as agents may do the following: 

• Perform the required inspection of the VIN on vehicles they sell and collect and submit the VIN 

inspection fee to DMV on behalf of the buyer. (See Chapter E) 

• Collect title and registration fees and documents to submit to DMV on behalf of the buyer. The title, or 

equivalent document, must be submitted within 30 calendar days of the date of sale. 

• Collect a fee for preparing DMV title and registration paperwork and for collecting related fees for 

submission to DMV. The fee must not exceed $50 and can be less than this amount or not charged at 

all. (Note that the Department of Justice has requirements concerning notice and advertising for this 

fee.) The fee and it’s purpose must be described to consumers and must be clearly described in the 

contract or lease. In transactions where the car is paid in full and there are no lien issues on either side 

of the sale or trade-in, the consumer has the right to take their own paperwork to DMV and not be 

charged the fee. 

• Issue a 90-day Temporary Permit, Form 735-315, if the buyer is an Oregon resident,when collecting 

applicable title and registration fees. If the vehicle is to be registered in a DEQ area, DEQ certification 

is required before the permit is issued. More information on issuing a temporary permit appears later 

in this chapter. 

• Issue Light Vehicle Trip Permits to unregistered vehicles. More information on trip permits is covered 

later in this chapter. 

• Issue Recreational Vehicle Trip Permits to unregistered recreational vehicles. 

Any questions concerning business certificates, dealer plates, trip permits, and temporary registrations, should 

be directed to the Business License Unit, (503) 945-5052. 

ISSUING A RECREATIONAL VEHICLE TRIP PERMIT, FORM 305 

Oregon dealers designated as agents of DMV may choose to issue recreational vehicle (RV) trip permits. 

These permits may be issued for campers, travel trailers and motor homes. The permit can only be 

issued to the owner of the vehicle and for no more than 10 days within a 12-month period. The 

customer must provide proof that they own the vehicle before a recreational vehicle trip permit can be issued 

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to them. The permits are $30 each whether the permit is for 1 day or 10 days. Books can be purchased by 

an agent for $750. The permits may not be issued to recreational vehicles with a registration length over 45 

feet. 

If the RV trip permit is for a motor home, the owner must be insured. 

Complete the permit as follows: 

FRONT (Press firmly so the information transfers through to all copies.) 

• Check the box indicating the vehicle type. 

• Write the effective date. 

• Complete the name and address of the customer. 

• Write the vehicle description, making sure the VIN is correct and legible. 

• Write the customer’s driver license number and the state of issue. (Leave this blank if the customer has no 

license or is a business.) 

• Sign the permit and fill in your dealer number in the space provided. 

• Have the customer: 

• Write in his or her insurance company name (not the agent’s name) and policy number on the permit 

(for motor homes only); and 

• Sign and date the permit form indicating he or she has not been issued trip permits for this vehicle for 

more than 10 days in the last 12 months; 

• Provide proof he or she is the owner of the vehicle. 

BACK 

• Complete the back of the “Window Copy” with the effective date, dealer number and the expiration date. 

(See Chapter T.) Keep the goldenrod copy; this becomes part of your records which are inspected by 

DMV compliance staff. The effective date must match the date on the front of the permit. Write the 

expiration date, including the actual day, using a wide black felt marking pen so that the date is easily read. 

These permits are only issued for 10 days. Attach this copy to the vehicle. Instructions for placement are 

on the permit. 

Send the DMV copy (white) within 7 days of the issue date to DMV, Attn.: Record Services, 1905 Lana 

Avenue NE, Salem OR 97314. 

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Example of RECREATIONAL VEHICLE TRIP PERMIT, FORM 735-305 

The actual size of the permit is 5 ½" X 8 ½." 

ISSUING A LIGHT VEHICLE TRIP 

PERMIT, FORM 735-306 

Oregon dealers acting as agents of DMV may choose to issue 

light vehicle trip permits. These permits may only be issued for 

vehicles with a combined weight of less than 8,001 pounds. 

Permit books may be purchased for $500.00 ($20 for each 

permit) and can only be ordered by a book of 25 permits. When 

ordering these permits you may either complete a Form 735- 

6937 and mail it with the fees to Business License Unit, DMV, 

1905 Lana Avenue NE, Salem OR 97314, or come to the 

office at 1965 Lana Ave NE, Salem OR 97314. Dealers may 

only issue the light vehicle trip permits (non-commercial) for the 

following reasons: 

A light vehicle trip permit 

may not be issued to the 

following types of 

vehicles: 

• Camper 

• Travel trailer 

• Motor home 

• Fixed load 

• Snowmobile 

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• When a new owner of a vehicle is not subject to Oregon registration requirements, but needs to 

operate the vehicle over highways to leave the state; 

• To allow a customer to drive an unregistered vehicle to a DEQ inspection station to get a certificate of 

compliance prior to applying for registration; 

• To allow a customer to drive an unregistered vehicle to DMV or to a law enforcement agency for a VIN 

inspection; and 

• To allow a customer to drive an unregistered vehicle to a DMV office to apply for registration if the 

dealer will not be submitting the application for title and registration on behalf of the new owner. 

No more than one (21-day) trip permit may be issued under the conditions specified in the first, third 

or forth bullets above and up to two (21-day) trip permits under the conditions specified in the 

second bullet in any 12-month period unless there has been a complete change in ownership. 

Dealers may issue this type of permit for a 21-day period only, including the date of issue. Dealers may not 

charge more than what they pay for trip permits. 

An example of the permit is shown later in this section. Complete the permit as follows: 


• Complete the name and address of the customer. 

• Write the effective date and expiration date. 

• Write the vehicle description, making sure the VIN is correct and legible. 

• Write the customer’s driver license, permit or I.D. number and the state of issue. 

• Write the customer number for a business. 

• Sign the permit and fill in your dealer number in the space provided. 


• Write in his or her insurance company name (not the agent’s name) and policy number on the 

permit (for motor vehicles only); and 

• Sign and date the permit form indicating he or she has not been issued more than two (21-day) trip 

permits for this vehicle in a 12-month period. 

DO NOT ISSUE A PERMIT if the customer does not have insurance and cannot provide his or her insurance 

company name and policy number or the vehicle has had two (21-day) light vehicle trip permits issued within 

the last 12 months. 

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The items listed above on how to complete the permit are required elements to make the permit valid. The 

operator of the vehicle could be at risk with law enforcement if the permit is not completed properly. 

BACK 

• Complete the back of the “Window Copy” with the effective date, dealer number and the expiration 

date. (See Chapter T.) Keep the blue copy; this becomes part of your records which are inspected 

by DMV compliance staff. The effective date must match the date on the front of the permit. Write 

the expiration date, including the actual day, using a wide black felt marking pen so that the 

date is easily read. These permits are only issued for 21 days. Attach this copy to the vehicle. 

Instructions for placement are on the permit. 

Send the DMV copy (white) within 7 days of the issue date to DMV, Attn.: Record Services, 1905 Lana 

Avenue NE, Salem OR 97314. If a permit is voided, return the “DMV” and “Window” copies to DMV 

with an explanation of why the permit was voided. A refund will be made if the explanation is acceptable. 

Example of LIGHT VEHICLE TRIP PERMIT, FORM 735-306 


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ISSUING A DEALER/TOWER TRIP PERMIT, FORM 735-307 

A Dealer/Tower Trip Permit, Form 735-307, may only be issued when a dealer or tower is required to 

remove the registration year stickers from both Oregon registration plates that are on passenger vehicles 

they sell (see section in this chapter entitled “When an Oregon Dealer Sells a Vehicle” for more information). 

Dealers and towers may issue up to two 10-day trip permits per vehicles for $10 each if the registration 

stickers have been removed. 

Complete the permit as follows: 


• The name and address of the customer. 

• The effective date and expiration date. Dealers or towers may only issue Dealer/Tower Trip Permits 

for 10 days from the issue date. 

• Vehicle description. Be sure the VIN is correct and legible. 

• Customer’s driver license number and the state of issue. (Leave this blank if the customer has no 


• Signature of dealer or tower employee and dealer or tower number. 


• Write in his or her insurance company name (not the agent’s name) and policy number on the 

permit; and 

• Sign and date the permit form. 

DO NOT ISSUE A PERMIT if the customer does not have insurance and cannot provide his or her insurance 

company name and policy number 

BACK 

• Complete the “Window” copy (back) by writing in the effective date, dealer number and the expiration 

date. (See Chapter T.) Write the expiration date using a wide black felt marking pen. The 

effective and expiration dates, including the day of expiration, must match those on the front of the 

permit. Place this copy in the vehicle. 

Leave the blue copy in the book. Forward the white DMV copy to DMV Records Services, 1905 Lana Ave 

NE, Salem, OR 97314, within seven days of the date the permit was issued. 

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Example of DEALER/TOWER TRIP PERMIT, FORM 307 


ISSUING A TEMPORARY (REGISTRATION) PERMIT, 

FORM 735-315 

A Temporary Permit, Form 735-315, may be issued to a vehicle purchaser by an Oregon dealer if the dealer 

collects title, registration, and plate transfer fees, and if the dealer submits the combined title and registration 

application to DMV on the purchaser’s behalf. Form 735-315 allows the use of the vehicle while the customer 

is waiting for plates and stickers. Temporary permits are valid for 90 calendar days. When a temporary permit 

has been issued, DMV’s copy of the temporary permit and all title and registration documents and fees must 

be taken or mailed to DMV within 30 days from the date the dealer sells the vehicle. Dealers cannot 

extend the temporary permit beyond 90 days, nor can they issue a second permit. If a customer needs another 

temporary permit, they must go to a DMV office. 

A Form 735-315 cannot be issued if the vehicle has not met DEQ requirements where applicable. If DEQ is 

required for a vehicle, a Trip Permit, Form 735-306, may be issued to allow the vehicle to be taken to a DEQ 

inspection station. 

An example of the permit is shown later in this section. Complete the permit as follows: 

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• The name and address of the customer. 

• The effective date and expiration date. Dealers may only issue temporary registration permits for 90 

days from the issue date. 

• Vehicle description. Be sure the VIN is correct and legible. The Weight/Length box must be completed, 

if the vehicle’s registration is calculated by weight or length. 

• Customer’s driver license number and the state of issue. (Leave this blank if the customer has no 


• Title and registration fees. If a plate transfer is occurring, write $6 plate transfer fee in the registration 

fee box. 

• Signature of dealer employee and dealer number. Not the signature of the customer. 

BACK 

• Complete the “Window” copy (back) by writing in the effective date, dealer number and the expiration 

date. (See Chapter T.) Write the expiration date using a wide black felt marking pen. The 

effective and expiration dates, including the day of expiration, must match those on the front of the 

permit. Place this copy in the vehicle. 

Attach the “DMV” copy (white copy) to the title documents to be sent to DMV. Leave the yellow copy 

in the book. 

If a permit is voided, leave all three copies of the voided permits in the book. A signed explanation as to 

why the permit is voided must accompany each voided permit. 

When all temporary permits have been issued, return the book and yellow copies to: 

DMV 

Business License Unit 

1905 Lana Ave. NE 

Salem, OR 97314 

The temporary permit books will be audited and a replacement book will be sent to you. If the yellow copies 

were removed for any reason, they must be put back into the book in number order for auditing. Yellow copies 

not in order will cause a delay in replacing temporary permit books. DO NOT submit an empty book to a 

DMV local office. Mail to DMV, Business License Unit, at the address above, or return the book in person to 

1965 Lana Ave NE, Salem OR 97314. 

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Example of TEMPORARY PERMIT, FORM 315 


DEALER BUSINESS SUBMITTED TO DMV 

Applications for title and/or registration may be submitted by dealers to any local DMV office or by mail to the 

Salem headquarters office. Transactions may be submitted in packs to most DMV offices or by mail. 

If you choose to wait in line for a customer service representative, you have the same options as other customers. 

Normally, a DMV office will only accept up to 5 transactions at a time per customer as a courtesy to the public 

by limiting the time any one person will take at the counter. If you have several transactions, this could result in 

a long wait to get them all processed. The amount of transactions accepted at one time varies in each DMV 

office. You may want to contact that office ahead of time to verify the amount of transactions accepted. DMV 

express offices do not process or accept dealer packs. 

Dealers may drop off transaction packages for processing at a local DMV office. DMV encourages dealers 

to limit the packages to 10 transactions per check to enable them to process the packages in a timely manner. 

When a dealer submits transactions in a pack to a local DMV office, the office will process the work in about 

5-7 working days. If there is a problem with one or more transactions, you should hear from that office within 

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3 days. Once a transaction is accepted by DMV either by mail or in a local office, the average title processing 

time is 21 days. This processing time does not apply to a transaction that is not in order. 

If an application you submit with your dealer business shows a security interest holder, the application must be 

retained by DMV even if it is incomplete. On these incomplete transactions, you will be provided with a 

“Customer Service Checklist” form indicating additional requirements are still needed. Plates and/or stickers 

will not be issued until all title and registration requirements are met. 

When you have all the additional requirements together, you may take them with the checklist form to the 

local office, or mail them to Salem headquarters. The plates and/or stickers will be issued when the additional 

requirements are received. 

If you submit an incomplete application that does not show a security interest holder, it will be returned to you 

with a refund of the fees for that application. Please note that local DMV offices will only refund amounts up 

to $100. If a refund is more than $100, you will need to bring another check to the office for the amount 

needed for the completed applications. 

When you submit Transitional Ownership Documents (TOD) (see Chapter J) at the same time other documents 

are submitted, make sure you write a separate check for the TOD’s. For more information on submitting 

documents to your local DMV office, please contact the manager at that office. 

COMPLIANCE AND SANCTIONS FOR ALL DEALERS 

Failure of a vehicle dealer to comply with Oregon laws and rules may result in the dealer or their business 

certificate being revoked, suspended or placed on probation. In addition, civil penalties may be assessed. 

The Business Regulation Investigation Unit is responsible for monitoring your compliance with laws and rules 

relating to your operation as a vehicle dealer. The primary tool is the dealer inspection or audit conducted by a 

DMV Investigator. Routine inspections are scheduled at “reasonable intervals.” The investigator will spot 

check records to determine if the dealer submits title work on time, has written consignment agreements, 

submits Dealer Notice of Vehicles Purchased (Form 735-165) and keeps adequate records of transactions. 

The investigator will check for compliance in other areas as well. If the check reveals violations, he or she may 

look at additional records. At the end of the inspection, the investigator will give the dealer an Inspection 

Report and Correction Notice specifying any deficiencies found. 

Not all inspections, of course, are routine. Some are prompted by consumer complaints or other information 

DMV has received. With this type of inspection (known as an investigation), the dealer may be asked to 

produce records of a specific transaction. At the conclusion of the investigation, the dealer will receive a 

Complaint Investigation Report and/or an Inspection Report and Correction Notice. 

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SANCTIONS 

If the DMV Investigator discovers a deficiency, he or she will submit a report to the Chief Investigator at the 

Salem Headquarters. These reports are reviewed, and if some type of administrative sanction is appropriate, 

DMV has several alternatives. The dealer may be sanctioned. In these cases, the dealer’s license and/or status 

as an agent of DMV may be placed on probation, the license may be suspended, cancelled or revoked. 

Dealers may also be assessed civil penalties in addition to or in lieu of sanctions. 

Other than the issuance of a Correction Notice, probation (with terms of probation) is the least severe sanction 

DMV will impose. Probation means that there will be closer scrutiny of transactions submitted by the dealer. 

A follow-up inspection is scheduled prior to the ending date of the probation. The dealer is subject to further 

sanctions, including suspension or revocation of the dealer license, if additional violations of a similar nature are 

committed. 

While each case must stand on it’s own, suspension of a dealer license is generally reserved for serious 

violations or repeat violators. DMV’s intent in suspending a dealer license is to protect the public from 

possible loss due to a dealer’s operation. Violations that can result in the suspension of a dealer license include, 

but are not limited to, providing false information on the dealer application, fraudulent title or registration 

submissions, failure to pay off liens on structures or vehicles purchased, repeated failure to submit title documents 

on time and illegal consignment practices. 

The 1991 Legislature gave DMV the authority to issue civil penalties of no more than $1,000 per violation 

against licensed dealers who violate laws or rules relating to dealer operation or title and registration. Oregon 

Administrative Rules implement this legislation. In those rules, DMV has adopted a schedule of penalties for 

each violation which may be used by DMV in assessing penalties. The most serious violations call for substantial 

penalties at the first offense. Other violations may result in a warning for the first offense. 

DMV also has the authority to penalize persons acting as unlicensed dealers up to $5,000 per vehicle. In 

addition, DMV may seek criminal or injunctive action against unlicensed dealers. 

Any dealer, licensed or unlicensed, is entitled to an administrative hearing on any penalties or sanctions proposed 

by DMV. Information on how to obtain such a hearing is contained in the notice of probation, suspension, 

cancellation, revocation, or civil penalty. 

For copies of the Administrative Rules, call ODOT Rules Coordinator at (503) 945-5278, or access the 

DMV Business Regulation Web site at www.oregondmv.com. 

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Chapter U: 

Flags 

DEFINITION OF A FLAG 

A "Flag" is an indicator that is placed on a vehicle record to indicate that some action has been, or needs to be, 

taken. Some flags are for information only, while other flags will not allow certain transactions to be processed. 

Flag 2 

Title Canceled. The current title has been canceled. The registration is not canceled but cannot be renewed 

until the title cancellation has been resolved. Lookup must be done at DMV Headquarters to explain the 

reason the title was canceled. Call (503) 945-5000 for additional information. 

Flag 6 

Title Returned Unclaimed. Indicates a title was returned to DMV Headquarters unclaimed (wrong address, 

etc.). 

Flag 7 

Plates/Stickers Returned. Indicates plates and/or stickers were returned to DMV Headquarters unclaimed 

(wrong address, etc.). 

Flag 8 

Abandoned Vehicle Appraised at $500 or Less. Indicates the vehicle was sold to a wrecker and notice was 

given to DMV under ORS 819.215. 

Flag 9 

Vehicle Wrecked. Indicates that DMV has received some type of notification that the vehicle may have been 

damaged. Lookup must be done. 

Flag 10 

Dealer stock. Indicates a dealer has notified DMV that they have purchased this vehicle. The transaction must 

include a release of interest from the dealer on our record. 

Flag 11 

Sold flag. Indicates DMV has received only information that the vehicle has been sold, or only an incomplete 

buyer name. (See also Flag 49) 

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Chapter U: Flags 

Flag 12 

Administrative Review Notation. This is an administrative flag used for various reasons, such as a dispute of 

ownership, a title issued incorrectly, or DMV has been restrained from transferring title by court order, etc. 

Flag 13 

NSF check. Indicates that DMV received a check for a transaction that was returned to ODOT Accounting 

Services for insufficient funds. 

Flag 15 

Totaled Vehicle - ownership document has NOT been surrendered. Example: Wrecker's Notice, Form 270 

indicating the vehicle is totaled; notice from an insurer that the vehicle is totaled; or notice from vehicle owner 

the vehicle is totaled due to damage. 

Flag 16 

Surrendered Plates/Stickers. Indicates when plates have been surrendered. 

Flag 17 

Earned fee. Indicates DMV had documents that were not processed for lack of proper information. The 

unprocessed documents may have a bearing on any new transactions. The documents are microfilmed. Lookup 

must be done. 

Flag 18 

Vehicle Wrecked - ownership document HAS been surrendered to DMV with either: a Wrecker's Notice, 

Form 270; or notice from an insurer, owner or other person that the vehicle was wrecked, destroyed, 

disassembled or substantially altered per ORS 819.010 or destroyed per ORS 819.020; or Notice of Vehicle 

to be Dismantled, Form 6017. 

Flag 19 

Vehicle wrecked or abandoned - ownership document has NOT been received. Vehicle must be re-titled as 

an assembled, reconstructed or replica vehicle. Example of documents received: Wrecker's Notice, Form 

270; any statement such as a copy of the title or insurance bill of sale that indicates the vehicle was wrecked, 

dismantled, or substantially altered per ORS 819.010; destroyed per ORS 819.020; or an indication the 

vehicle was sold under ORS 819.220. 

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Flag 20 

Title Canceled by Another State. Indicates the Oregon title has been canceled because it was surrendered to 

another state and returned to DMV Headquarters. The name of the issuing state is displayed in the flag 

message field. 

Flag 21 

Notification has been received from another state that the vehicle has either been registered or titled in that 

state and the Oregon title has not been returned for cancellation; however, the information received is not clear 

which. 

Flag 22 

Issued in Error. Indicates that the current title was processed but not mailed due to incomplete information. The 

information displayed may not be accurate and usually a pending case has been set up in DMV Headquarters. 

Flag 23 

Suspended Vehicle Registration. Indicates that the vehicle registration is suspended due to court action. This 

flag does not affect the status of the driver. 

Flag 24 

Possible Incorrect VIN. Indicates there may be an error in the VIN, make, year or body style for the vehicle. 

DMV may also have received a teletype or other indication from law enforcement of an error in the VIN, or 

DMV received a call from an owner that there may be an error. The flag serves as an indicator that DMV may 

have new information. Call (503) 945-5000 for additional information. 

Flag 25 

Title Returned. Indicates the Oregon title has been returned to DMV for unknown reasons. Lookup must be 

done. 

Flag 27 

Registration canceled. Vehicle Programs has canceled the registration for reasons other than domicile or misuse 

of address. Microfilm look-up is necessary to determine the reason why the registration was canceled and the 

requirements that must be met before issuing new registration. 

Flag 28 

Elected Officials. Record indicates elected official plate issued to elected official. Elected officials may have 

elected official plates assigned to their vehicle in addition to regular series plates. They may display either set of 

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plates. The elected official plate record is a dummy record that references the regular plate record of the 

vehicle. The flag is used to assure no renewal reminder, etc., is produced. 

Flag 29 

Totaled Vehicle - primary ownership document HAS been surrendered to DMV with either a Wrecker's 

Notice, Form 270 indicating the vehicle is totaled; notice from an insurer that the vehicle is totaled; or notice 

from the owner that the vehicle is totaled due to damage. 

Flag 30 

TOD. Indicates DMV has a Transitional Ownership Document on file for the vehicle. 

Flag 37 

Names may not match on title. Indicates the record has been corrected to show True Name therefore, the 

name(s) on the record and the name(s) on the title may vary slightly. 

Flag 41 

Farm plates for the vehicle or the farm registration itself has been canceled. 

Flag 42 

The owner needs to complete an Application for Farm Registration, Form 6670. 

Flag 44 

Incomplete Farm Certification received by DMV. 

Flag 46 

Registration canceled due to DMV being notified by someone that their address is being used without their 

permission by another person. 

Flag 48 

Law enforcement has determined that the vehicle is unfit for use. The vehicle was used in illegal drug manufacturing 

and/or as a storage site. These vehicles are declared unfit until a Certificate of Fitness has been issued by the 

Health Division. 

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Flag 49 

Indicates vehicle has been sold and that DMV has received at least the buyer name (either the first and last 

name, or a partial name along with additional information such as an address or telephone number). This flag 

does not constitute a release nor an assignment of interest. (See also Flag 11) 

Flag 51 

Indicates the vehicle was manufactured for off-road use only and is not eligible for registration through DMV. 

Flag 52 

Indicates there is a fuels tax lien. Fuels tax is owed to ODOT Fuels Tax Group. MCTD Fuels Tax Group has 

placed a lien on the vehicle for unpaid fuels taxes. This lien takes precedence over all other liens and encumbrances. 

No title transfers may take place until the Fuels Tax Group notifies DMV that the lien has been satisfied. 

Flag 53 

Indicates a non-conforming VIN has been verified. Placed on record when the verified VIN does not conform 

to the 17-digit rule. Used only for passenger, motorcycle, truck, bus and motorhome vehicles with a year 

model 1981 or newer. 

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Index 

Index 

A 

Abandoned Vehicles ............................ H 

Abbreviations 

Body Styles ......................................... O 

Makes ................................................. O 

Model .................................................. O 

Account Numbers 

TOD Account Numbers ......................... J 

Address Requirements ....................... L 

Affidavit 

of Inheritance, Form 516 ....................... H 

Agents, Trip Permit .............................. S 

All-Terrain Vehicles 

Body Style Abbreviations ...................... O 

Class I ............................................... M 

Class II .............................................. M 

Class III ............................................. M 

Amateur Radio Operators 

(Ham) ................................................ L, N 

Application for 

Custom Plates ..................................... L 

Expedite Title ....................................... I 

Notation of Security Interest .................. J 

Registration or Replacement 

Plates/Stickers, Form 268 .................... L 

Replacement Plates/Stickers ................. L 

Replacement Salvage Title, 

Form 230 ........................................... K 

Title and Registration, 

Form 226 ........................................... B 

Application Requirements, 

For Title ........................................... A, B 

Assembled Vehicles ............................ K 

VIN Inspection ................................. E, K 

Wrecked, Substantially Altered, 

Disassembled, Dismantled, etc. ............ K 

ATV’s ................................................... M 

B 

Bicycles, Electric ............................... M 

Bill of Sale ............................................ F 

Body Style Abbreviations ................... O 

Bond 

Dealer ................................................. S 

Imported Vehicles ................................ G 

Brand, Title/Salvage Title 

Definition ............................................. K 

Other States ........................................ K 

When to Surrender Title/ 

Salvage Title for Branding ..................... K 

Buses 

Charitable/Non-Profit ........................ L, N 

Commercial ..................................... L, N 

Fee Schedule ....................................... N 

Business Certificate 

Dealer ................................................. S 

Tow/Recovery ..................................... P 

Business Regulation ........................... S 

C 

Campers .............................................. M 

Fee Schedule ....................................... N 

Make Abbreviations .............................. O 

Recreational Vehicle 

Trip Permits ......................................... S 

Canada, Vehicles Imported from ......... G 

Certificate of 

DEQ Compliance ................................. L 

Insurance ............................................ L 

Origin, Manufacturer’s .......................... G 

Salvage Title ........................................ K 

Title .................................................... G 

Certification of Oregon Residency 

Or Domicile .......................................... L 

Change of 

Business Address ................................ S 

Charitable/Nonprofit ............................ L 

Fee Schedule ....................................... N 

Charts 

Charitable/Non-Profit and 

Manufactured Structure Toters 

Fee Chart ............................................ N 

Checklist For Submitting a 

Transaction ......................................... A 

Farm Vehicles, Motor Trucks Registered 

As Fee Schedule .................................. N 

Heavy Motor Vehicles and 

Buses Fee Schedule ............................. N 

Motor Home, Campers & 

Travel Trailer Fee Schedule ................... N 

Registration Fees ................................. N 

Temporary/Trip Permit ......................... T 

Title Fees ............................................ N 

Title Requirement Checklist .................. A 

Tow/Recovery Fee Schedule ................. N 

Civil Penalties ..................................... S 

Class I, II and III ATVs ....................... M 

Combined Weight 

Farm Vehicles ..................................... M 

Fixed Loads ........................................ M 

Heavy Trailers .................................... M 

Heavy Vehicle Use Tax ......................... L 

MCTD Registration .............................. L 

Tow/Recovery ...................................... P 

Trucks ............................................... M 

Corrections 

Applications for Title ............................. E 

Name on Title Application Document ...... F 

Odometer ............................................. I 

Countersigning .................................... F 

County of Use ...................................... B 

Court Orders (Operation of Law) ......... H 

Cranes, Self Propelled Mobile ........... M 

Crater Lake Plates ........................... L, N 

Cultural Plates ................................. L, N 

Current Issue & Current Use Plates 

Explanation of ...................................... L 

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Index 

Custom Plates ...................................... L 

Customs, U. S ...................................... G 

D 

Damaged Vehicle Notation.................. K 

Date 

Of Sale 

Security Interest Perfection ............... J 

Receipt (Security Interest Perfection) 

Primary Ownership Document ........... J 

Transitional Ownership 

Document (TOD) ............................. J 

DBA (Doing Business As) ............. F, G 

DEQ (Department of 

Environmental Quality) ........................ L 

Dealers 

Business Certificates ............................ S 

Compliance ......................................... S 

Consignments ...................................... S 

Forms Purchase .................................. S 

Notice of Sale or Transfer of a 

Vehicle ................................................ S 

Notice of Vehicle in Dealer Stock ........... S 

Plates ................................................. S 

Renewal Of Business Certificate ........... S 

Sale of a Vehicle .................................. S 

Supplemental Locations ........................ S 

Temporary Permit ................................. S 

Trip Permits ......................................... S 

VIN Inspections ................................... S 

Death (also see Operation of Law) 

Inheritance .......................................... H 

Probate ...............................................H 

Survivorship .........................................H 

Department of Environmental Quality 

(DEQ) .................................................... L 

Designated Areas, Class II & III ATVs 

............................................................. M 

Destroyed, Wrecked, Dismantled 

Disassembled, or Substantially Altered 

Retitling .............................................. K 

Substantially Altered Vehicles - 

Definition ............................................. K 

Wrecked, Dismantled, Disassembled - 

Definitions ........................................... K 

Diesel Vehicle Exempt From 

DEQ ...................................................... L 

Dirt Bike (See ATV or Motorcycle) 

Disassembled Vehicle ......................... K 

Disclosure, Odometer .......................... I 

Dismantled Vehicles (see Destroyed 

Vehicles) 

Divorce Decree ...................................H 

Doing Business As (DBA) .............. F, G 

Domicile ............................................... L 

Duplicate (See Replacement) 

Durable Power of Attorney ................... I 

Dwelling .............................................. M 

E 

Electric Vehicles ................................. M 

Bicycles ............................................. M 

Mobility Devices ................................. M 

Emission Standards 

Federal ...............................................G 

DEQ ................................................... L 

Environmental Protection 

Agency (EPA) .......................................G 

Environmental Quality, Department of 

(DEQ) .................................................... L 

E Plates (Government Registration) 

.......................................................... L, N 

Error or Erasure of a Name, 

Statement of ......................................... F 

Estates 

Probate ...............................................H 

No Probate .......................................... H 

ETR (Emission Test Report, DEQ) ...... L 

Exempt 

From title and registration, vehicles ....... M 

Government Registration .................. L, N 

Expedite Titles for Odometer-related 

Reasons ................................................ I 

F 

Farm Plates .......................................... L 

Farm Registration ............................... M 

Fee Schedule .......................................N 

Qualifications for ................................. M 

FAX 

Submitting TOD by ............................... J 

Federal Odometer Requirements ......... I 

Fees 

Custom Plates .....................................N 

Expedite ............................................... I 

Ham Plates .........................................N 

Plate ...................................................N 

Crater Lake .....................................N 

Cultural ...........................................N 

Oregon Trail .....................................N 

Salmon ...........................................N 

Tree ................................................ N 

Registration Fees .................................N 

Replacement (Duplicate) 

Plate ...............................................N 

Stickers .......................................... N 

Title ................................................ N 

Secure POA Filing ................................. I 

Title .................................................... N 

Transitional Ownership Document .......... J 

Trip Permit .......................................... S 

VIN .....................................................N 

Financial Responsibility ..................... L 

Fixed Loads ......................................... M 

Flags .....................................................U 

Flooring Companies, Liens .................G 

Foreign Vehicles .................................. G 

Forms - Alphabetical 

Affidavit, Inheritance, Form 516 .............H 

Application for Amateur Radio Call Letter 

Registration Plates, Form 231 ............... L 

Application for Registration or 

Replacement Plates and/or 

Stickers, Form 268 ............................... L 

Application for Replacement 

Salvage Title, Form 230 ........................ K 

Application for Replacement 

Title, Form 515 .................................... D 

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Application for Salvage 

Title Form 229 ..................................... K 

Application for Title and 

Registration, Form 226 ......................... B 

Application for Tow or 

Recovery Vehicle Business 

Certificate, Form 387 ............................ P 

Bill of Sale, Form 501 ........................... F 

Certificate of Title, Form 410 ................. G 

Certificate, Vehicle 

Repossession, Form 263 ...................... H 

Certification of Liens and Compliance with 

Federal Emission and Safety Standards on 

an Imported Vehicle, Form 6436 ............ G 

Certification of Oregon 

Residency Or Domicile, 

Form 7182 ........................................... L 

Custom Plate Application, 

Form 205 ............................................ L 

Dealer Notice of Vehicle 

Purchased, Form 165 ........................... S 

Dealer /Tower Trip Permit, Form 307 ...... S 

Inheritance Affidavit, 

Form 516 ............................................ H 

Group Plate Eligibility, 

Form 6940 ........................................... L 

Light Vehicle Trip Permit, 

Form 306 ............................................ S 

Notice of Vehicle to be 

Dismantled/Proof of 

Compliance, Form 6017 ........................ K 

Power of Attorney, Form 500 .................. I 

Recreational Vehicle 

Trip Permit, Form 305 ........................... S 

Replacement Title Application,Form 515 . D 

Repossession Certification, Form 263 .... H 

Salvage Title Certificate, 

Form 417 ............................................ K 

Secure Odometer Disclosure/ 

Reassignment, Form 403 ....................... I 

Secure Power of Attorney, 

Form 402 ............................................. I 

Statement of Error or Erasure 

of a Name, Form 502 ........................... F 

Statement of Lien Satisfaction, 

Form 524 ............................................ F 

Stolen Vehicle Notification 

to DMV, Form 6927 .............................. K 

Temporary Permit, Form 315 ................. S 

Title Application ................................... B 


Document (TOD), Form 227 .................. J 

Trip Permits, Forms 305, 306, 307 ......... S 

Vehicle Bill of Sale, Form 501 ................ F 

Vehicle Identification 

Number (VIN) Inspection, 

Form 11 .............................................. E 

Vehicle Repossession 

Certification, Form 263 ......................... H 

Wrecker’s Vehicle Notice to 

Driver and Motor Vehicle 

Services, Form 270 .............................. Q 

Forms - Numerical 

Form 11, Vehicle Identification 

Number Inspection (VIN) ...................... E 

Form 165, Dealer Notice 

of Vehicle Purchase .............................. S 

Form 205, Custom Plate App. ............... L 

Form 226, Application for 

Title and Registration ........................... B 

Form 227, Transitional 

Ownership Document (TOD) ................. J 


Salvage Title ........................................ K 


Replacement Salvage Title .................... K 

Form 231, Application for Amateur Radio 

Call Letter Registration Plates ............... L 

Form 263, Vehicle 

Repossession Certificate ...................... H 


Registration or Replacement 

Plates and/or Stickers .......................... L 

Form 270, Wrecker’s Vehicle 

Notice To Driver and Motor 

Vehicle Services .................................. Q 

Form 305, Recreational 

Vehicle Trip Permit ............................... S 

Form 306, Light Vehicle 

Trip Permit .......................................... S 

Form 307, Dealer/Tower Trip Permit ....... S 

Form 315, Temporary Permit ................. S 


Tow or Recovery Vehicle 

Business Certificate ............................. P 

Form 402, Secure 

Power of Attorney ................................. I 

Form 403, Secure Odometer Disclosure/ 

Reassignment ....................................... I 

Form 410, Certificate of Title ................. G 

Form 417, Salvage Title 

Certificate, .......................................... K 

Form 500, Power of Attorney .................. I 

Form 501, Vehicle Bill of Sale, ............... F 

Form 502, Statement of 

Error or Erasure of a Name ................... F 


Replacement Title, ............................... D 

Form 516, Inheritance Affidavit .............. H 

Form 524, Statement 

of Lien Satisfaction ............................... F 

Form 6017, Notice of Vehicle 

to be Dismantled/Proof of 

Compliance ......................................... K 

Form 6436, Certification of Liens and 

Compliance with Federal Emission 

and Safety Standards on an Imported 

Vehicle ................................................ G 

Form 6890, Notice of Sale 

or Transfer of a Vehicle ........................ S 

Form 6927, Stolen Vehicle 

Notification .......................................... K 

Form 6940, Group Plate 

Eligibility Form ..................................... L 

Form 7182, Certification 

Of Oregon Residency 

Or Domicile ......................................... L 

Forms, Ordering ................................... S 

Four year registration .......................... N 

G 

General Power of Attorney ................... I 

Government Vehicle Registration ... L, N 

Graphic (Tree) Plate ............................. N 

Group Plates .................................... L, N 

H 

Ham Plates (see Amateur Radio 

Operators) ............................................ N 

Heavy Motor Vehicles 

Fee Schedule ....................................... N 

Heavy Vehicle 

Fixed Load ......................................... M 

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Trailers .............................................. M 

Trucks ............................................... M 

Use Tax .......................................... L, M 

Higher Education (Group Plates) ...........N 

Horse Trailers 

Makes .................................................O 

How to Complete 

Form 11 .............................................. E 

Form 226 ............................................ B 

Form 229 ............................................ K 

Form 230 ............................................ K 

Form 268 ............................................ L 

Form 515 ............................................ D 

HVUT ................................................ L, M 

Hybrid-Powered Vehicles ................... M 

I 

I/M Inspections (DEQ).......................... L 

Identification Number (VIN) 

Fees ...................................................N 

Form 11, Completing ............................ E 

Inspection ........................................... E 

Who Can Perform ................................ E 


From Canada .......................................G 

Inheritance ...........................................H 

Inspection 

DEQ ................................................... L 

Identification Number ( Also see 

Vehicle Identification Number) ............... E 

Institutions of Higher Education 

(Group Plates) ...................................... N 

Instructions (see How to Complete) 

Insurance ............................................. L 

Bond/Liability ....................................... S 

Insurers 

Definition .............................................R 

Losses /Not Covered ............................ K 

Totaled Vehicles - Notifications 

Required .............................................R 

Invalid Transitional Ownership 

Document (TOD) .................................. J 

Investigation of Dealer ........................ S 

J 

K 

L 

Land Use Permit Number................... M 

Leased Vehicles .................................. E 

Letters of Testamentary/ 

Administration .....................................H 

Liability Insurance ............................... L 

Liens 

Abandoned Vehicles .............................H 

Flooring ...............................................G 

Perfection (of Security Interest) 

TOD Process ....................................... J 

With Primary Ownership Doc. ................ J 

Possessory .........................................H 

Storage ...............................................H 

Light Trailers ....................................... M 

Fixed Load ......................................... M 

Horse Trailer ....................................... M 

Less Than 1,800 Pounds ..................... M 

Makes .................................................O 

Limited Power of Attorney .................... I 

Loaded Weight ..................................... L 

Lost Titles (See Replacement) ............ D 

Salvage ............................................... K 

Low-Speed Vehicles ........................... M 

M 

Make Abbreviations ............................ N 

Manufacturer’s Certificate 

(Statement) of Origin 

(MCO/MSO) .......................................... G 


Minors (and Power of Attorney) ........... I 

Mobile Cranes, Self-Propelled ........... M 

Model, Vehicle .....................................O 

Mopeds 

Definition ............................................ M 

Motor-assisted scooters .................... M 

Motor Homes ....................................... M 

Fee Schedule .......................................N 

Motor Power ......................................... B 

Motor Trucks (see Trucks) .................. M 

Motorcycles ........................................ M 

Makes .................................................O 

Mutilation Statement, Name ................ F 

N 

National Guard Plates .........................N 

Nonconforming Title ............................. I 

Nonprofit (Group Plate) .................... L, N 

Non-repairable Vehicle 

Certificate ............................................. K 

Non-secure Form .................................. I 

Non-secure POA................................... I 

Notation 

Damaged Vehicle ................................. K 

Security Interest .................................. J 

Notification Responsibilities 

For Parties Who Own or Handle 

Salvage, Totaled, Etc. 

Insurance Companies ...........................R 

Vehicle Owner’s ................................... K 

Wreckers ............................................ Q 

O 

Odometers ............................................. I 

Off-Highway Vehicles ......................... M 

Operation of Law .................................. H 

Abandoned Vehicles .............................H 

Decree of Final Distribution ...................H 

Divorce Decree .................................... H 

Estate in Probate .................................H 

Letters of Testamentary/ 

Administration ...................................... H 

Inheritance Affidavits ............................ H 

Personal Representatives .....................H 

Possessory Liens .................................H 

Probate ...............................................H 

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Repossession ...................................... H 

Survivorship ......................................... H 

Optional titling ..................................... M 

Oregon Titles ........................................ G 

Oregon Trail Plates .......................... L, N 

Out-of-Country ...................................... G 

Out-of-State 

Titles .................................................. G 

Previous Damage Noted 

On (Title Brand) ................................... K 

P 

Passenger Vehicles 

Body Style Abbreviations ...................... O 

Perfecting a Security Interest ............. J 

TOD Process ....................................... J 

W/ Primary Ownership Document .......... J 

Permanent Registration - 

Heavy Trailers ................................ M, N 

Permits 

Agents ................................................ S 

Temporary Registration ......................... S 

Trip ..................................................... S 

Personal Representative .................... H 

Plate(s) (see appropriate vehicle type) 

Amateur Radio Operator (HAM) ............. L 

Crater Lake ......................................... L 

Cultural ............................................... L 

Custom ........................................... L, N 

Dealer ................................................. S 

Farm ................................................... L 

Fee ..................................................... N 

Group Plates .................................... L, N 

National Guard ..................................... N 

Oregon Trail Plates ........................... L, N 

Purple Heart ........................................ N 

Replacement ....................................... L 

Salmon .......................................... L, N 

Transfers ............................................ L 

Tree .................................................... N 

Police 

VIN Inspections ................................... E 

Possessory Liens ................................ H 

Power of Attorney 

Purchasing Secure POA Forms .............. S 

Requirements ....................................... I 

Previous Damage Notation 

On Title ................................................. K 

Primary Ownership Document ........ G, J 

Privacy of Records .............................. S 

Probate (See Operation of Law) 

Proof of 

Death .................................................. H 

Financial Responsibility ........................ L 

HVUT ................................................. L 

Ownership for Recreational 

Vehicle Trip Permits ............................. S 

Perfection of Security Interest ............... J 

Residency/Domicile .............................. L 

Taxes Paid ......................................... M 

Purple Heart 

(Veteran’s Group Plate) ............................. N 

Q 

R 

Reading 

Odometer ............................................ B 

Reconstructed Vehicles 

Definition ............................................. K 

From Another Jurisdiction ..................... K 

Records Privacy .................................. S 

Recovery Vehicles .............................. P 

Recreational Vehicles 

Campers ............................................ M 

Completing the App., Form 222 ............. C 

Travel Trailers .................................... M 

Trip Permits ......................................... S 

Registration (also see vehicle type) 

4 Year Registration ............................... L 

Application for ...................................... L 

DEQ ................................................... L 

HVUT ................................................. L 

Insurance Requirements ....................... L 

MCTD ................................................. L 

Releasing Interest ............................... F 

Replacement 

Plates/Stickers .................................... L 

Title (Duplicate), Replacement 

Completing Applications .................... D 

Salvage ........................................... K 

Replica Vehicles .................................. K 

Repossession ...................................... H 

Reproduction (See Replica) 

Requirements 

Address .............................................. L 

Odometer ............................................. I 

Disclosure ........................................ I 

Residency, Domicile ............................. L 

Salvage ............................................... K 

Title .................................................... A 

Totaled ................................................ K 

Residency/Domicile ............................ L 

S 

Safety Equipment Required For 


Sale 

Bill of .................................................. F 

Date of ............................................... J 

Salmon Plates .................................. L, N 

Salvage Titles 

Application, Form 229 ........................... K 

Application Requirements ...................... K 

Branding .............................................. K 

Definition ............................................. K 

General Information .............................. K 

Other Jurisdictions ............................... K 

Replacement Application, 

Form 230 ............................................ K 

Replacement Requirements .................. K 

Title Certificate .................................... K 

Transferring Ownership ......................... K 

When Required/Not Required ................ K 

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Scooters, Motor-assisted ................... M 

Secure Forms ........................................ I 

Secure Odometer Disclosure .............. I 

Purchasing (Forms) .............................. S 

Secure Power of Attorney 

Copies ................................................. I 

Filings .................................................. I 

How to Use .......................................... I 

Purchasing ......................................... S 

Purpose ............................................... I 

When to Use ........................................ I 

Security Interest 

Application For Notation On Title 

Document ........................................... J 

Defined ............................................... J 

Perfected ............................................ J 

TOD Process ................................... J 

With Primary Ownership 

Document ....................................... J 

Release .............................................. F 

Serial Numbers (VIN) 

Inspection ........................................... E 

Signatures on Title 

Documents ........................................... E 

Snowmobiles ....................................... M 

Special Use Trailer ............................. M 

Statement of 

Error or Erasure, Form 502 .................... F 

Lien Satisfaction .................................. F 

Origin, Manufacturer’s .......................... G 

Stolen Vehicles .................................... K 

Storage Liens .......................................H 

Substantially Altered Vehicles............ K 

Surcharge Chart .................................. N 

Survivorship .........................................H 

T 

Tax 

Heavy Vehicle Use ...........................L, M 

Weight-Mile ......................................... L 

Tax Exempt (Group Plates) ................. L, N 

Title 

Application for ...................................... B 

Brand ................................................. K 

Duplicate .............................................D 

Exemptions from ................................. M 

Expedite ............................................... I 

Fee .....................................................N 

Form 226, Application for Title .............. B 

Lost 

Replacement Title ............................ D 

Replacement Salvage ....................... K 

Title Involving Operation 

of Law ............................................ H 

Mutilation Statement, Name .................. F 

Odometer Requirements ........................ I 

Optional ............................................. M 

Salvage ............................................... K 

Security Interest ................................. J 

Signatures on Title Documents .............. E 

TOD ...................................................... J 

Totaled 

Definition ............................................. K 

Tow and Recovery Vehicles ................ P 

Application for Tow or Recovery Vehicle 

Business Certificate, Form 387 .............. P 

How to Register ................................... P 

MCTD or Prorated Registration 

Vehicles .............................................. P 

Fee Schedule .......................................N 

Trailers 

Heavy, Light ....................................... M 

Makes .................................................N 

Special Use ........................................ M 

Travel ................................................ M 

Fee Schedule ...................................N 

Makes .............................................O 

Trip Permits ..................................... S 


Document (TOD) ................................. J 

Travel Trailers ..................................... M 

Fee Schedule .......................................N 

Makes .................................................O 

Recreational Vehicle Trip Permits .......... S 

Tree Plate .............................................N 

Trip Permits 

Agents ................................................ S 

Campers ............................................. S 

Dealer/Tower ....................................... S 

Expiration Date Chart .......................... T 

How to Issue ....................................... S 

Insurance ............................................ S 

Light Vehicle ........................................ S 

Motor Homes ....................................... S 

Proof of Ownership ............................... S 

Recreation Vehicles .............................. S 

Travel Trailers/Campers ....................... S 

Trucks .................................................. M 

Fee Schedule .......................................N 

General Information ............................. M 

Heavy ................................................ M 


Trusts .................................................... H 

U 

V 

Vehicle 

Identification Number 

Agreements/Dealers ......................... S 

Dealers Performing ........................... E 

Form 11, Completing ........................ E 

Inspection ....................................... E 

When Inspection Needed .................. E 

Who Can Perform ............................ E 

Notice of Sale or Transfer ................. S 

Veteran’s Group Plates .......................N 

VIN Inspection ..................................... E 

Voided TOD’s ....................................... J 

W 

Weight (Also see 

appropriate vehicle type) 

Combined Weight ................................. L 

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Index 

Farm Vehicles ................................. M 

Fixed Loads .................................... M 

Heavy Trailers ................................ M 

MCTD ............................................. L 

Tow/Recovery .................................. P 

Trucks ........................................... M 

Heavy Vehicle Use Tax ..................... L, M 

Withdrawing a TOD .............................. J 

Wrecked Vehicles 

Definitions ........................................... K 

Other Jurisdictions ............................... K 

Wreckers ............................................. Q 

X 

Y 

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Index 

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