Mississippi Bill of Sale
Create a free Mississippi bill of sale for a vehicle, boat, trailer, firearm, or any item. In Mississippi, a properly assigned title (not a bill of sale) transfers vehicle ownership, so a bill of sale is generally optional for standard sales and does not need to be notarized; the Department of Revenue does not publish an official general bill-of-sale form, though it does provide an Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 78-015). Fill in the form, preview it live, and download a PDF.
Mississippi requirements
In Mississippi, a properly assigned title (not a bill of sale) transfers vehicle ownership, so a bill of sale is generally optional for standard sales and does not need to be notarized; the Department of Revenue does not publish an official general bill-of-sale form, though it does provide an Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 78-015).
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⚠ In Mississippi, a properly assigned title (not a bill of sale) transfers vehicle ownership, so a bill of sale is generally optional for standard sales and does not need to be notarized; the Department of Revenue does not publish an official general bill-of-sale form, though it does provide an Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 78-015).
Vehicle Bill of Sale (Mississippi)
1. Parties
This Bill of Sale is made on ________________ between [SELLER NAME] ("Seller") and [BUYER NAME] ("Buyer"). The Seller sells and transfers to the Buyer all of the Seller's right, title, and interest in the vehicle described below.
2. Description of Vehicle
[Enter the vehicle details]
3. Purchase Price
For valuable consideration, the Buyer pays the Seller the total purchase price of $________, paid in full, receipt of which the Seller acknowledges.
4. Delivery
The Seller delivers possession of the vehicle to the Buyer on ________________, unless the parties agree otherwise in writing.
5. Federal Odometer Disclosure
Federal law (the Truth in Mileage Act, 49 CFR Part 580) generally requires the Seller to disclose the vehicle's mileage at the transfer of ownership, EXCEPT for vehicles 20 or more model years old, vehicles with a gross weight rating over 16,000 lbs, and non-self-propelled vehicles (such as trailers). If this disclosure is required for this vehicle, the Seller certifies that the odometer reads ____________ miles and, to the best of the Seller's knowledge, reflects the actual mileage — UNLESS one of the following is checked: ( ) the mileage stated is in excess of the odometer's mechanical limits; ( ) the odometer reading is NOT the actual mileage (WARNING — ODOMETER DISCREPANCY).
Buyer acknowledges receipt of this odometer disclosure: Signature: ______________________ Printed name: ______________________ Date: ____________
6. Condition and Warranties
The Buyer has had the opportunity to inspect the vehicle and accepts it in its current condition.
The vehicle is sold "AS-IS, WHERE-IS," with all faults. Except for the warranty of title below, the Seller makes no warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Warranty of title: The Seller warrants that the Seller is the lawful owner of the item, that it is free of all liens and encumbrances, and that the Seller has the right to sell it.
7. Governing Law
This Bill of Sale is governed by the laws of the State of Mississippi.
Signatures
By signing below, the Buyer and Seller acknowledge that they have read, understand, and agree to this Bill of Sale.
Signature: _______________________________________
Seller — Printed name: ______________________
Address: ______________________________________
Date: ________________
Signature: _______________________________________
Buyer — Printed name: ______________________
Address: ______________________________________
Date: ________________
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This is a self-help template, not legal advice. Requirements vary by state and item — confirm your state's rules (notarization, DMV forms) before relying on it.
Mississippi Bill of Sale Requirements
Mississippi does not strictly require a separate bill of sale to title a vehicle, but one is strongly recommended as proof of the sale. Notarization is recommended but not required for a Mississippi vehicle bill of sale.
- Mississippi titles vehicles through the Department of Revenue (DOR); you apply for a title at your county Tax Collector's office. Ownership transfers via the properly assigned certificate of title, not a bill of sale (DOR: 'Title must be assigned to the new owner. The seller must fill out all sections on the title assignment except for the buyer's printed name and signature.').
- DOR does NOT publish an official general motor-vehicle bill-of-sale form. For out-of-state dealer purchases, DOR asks for a copy of the purchase or sales invoice rather than a bill of sale.
- A bill of sale IS specifically required in the title-bond scenario (vehicle purchased without a title): DOR requires a Surety Bond (1.5x average trade-in value), a completed Affidavit of Ownership, and a Bill of Sale.
- No notarization is required for an ordinary vehicle bill of sale. DOR only references a 'Notarized Bill of Sale' in the context of importing a foreign vehicle (alongside US Customs Form 7501, EPA Form 3520-8, and DOT Form HS-7), not standard private/used-vehicle sales.
- DOR publishes an Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 78-015); the title assignment itself also includes an odometer disclosure block that both buyer and seller must complete.
Federal law (49 CFR 580 / Truth in Mileage Act) requires a written odometer disclosure at transfer for vehicles under 20 model years old (exemptions include vehicles 16,000+ lbs GVWR and non-self-propelled vehicles). The transfer-of-title document includes an odometer disclosure section that buyer and seller must sign. Mississippi DOR also publishes a standalone Odometer Disclosure Statement (Form 78-015) and an Affidavit for Corrected Odometer (Form 78-023); DOR's FAQ notes an odometer disclosure statement is required when titling/registering a vehicle purchased out of state. Source: Mississippi Department of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Frequently Asked Questions (Titles) / Title Forms (Form Search, category 39).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does a bill of sale need to be notarized in Mississippi?
No — Mississippi does not require a vehicle bill of sale to be notarized, though notarization is always available as extra proof.
Do I need a bill of sale to register a car in Mississippi?
Mississippi uses a title-application process and does not strictly require a separate bill of sale, but one is recommended as proof of the sale and price.
Is there an official Mississippi bill of sale form?
Mississippi does not publish a single official bill-of-sale form, so a complete written bill of sale like the one this tool creates is what you use.
Disclaimer
This Mississippi bill of sale generator provides a self-help document for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. RecordingLaw.com is not a law firm. Confirm your state's requirements before signing.