Where Do I Go and What Documentation Do I Need to Register a Vehicle?

All Areas: click here: mvd.newmexico.gov

Documentation needed depends on whether the vehicle is new or used.

• For new vehicles, you will need:
  • • Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO): original
    • Purchase agreement or dealer’s invoice: Original or certified copy
    • Odometer statement (One of following)
      • Odometer mileage on the back of the MCO
      • Odometer Mileage Statement: MVD Form 10187. Download PDF, click here
      • Application for Title & Registration: MVD Form 1002. Download PDF, click here
    • Proof of Insurance for at least:
      • $25,000 bodily injury or death of one person
      • $50,000 for bodily injury to or death of two or more persons, and
      • $10,000 for property damage in any one accident.
• For used vehicles, you will need:
  • • • Certificate of title
      • Odometer statement
        • Complete the Assignment of Title section on the back of the Certificate of Title Bill of Sale: MVD Form 10009: click here
        • Odometer Mileage Statement: MVD Form 10187: click here
        • Application for Title & Registration: MVD Form 1002: click here
      • Proof of Insurance
• Fee:
  • • • Depends on Weight and Model of Vehicle.
      • Ranges from $27 to $62 for One Year
• Locations:
  • • • For state MVD locations: mvd.newmexico.gov/maps-and-locations
      • Rio Rancho MVD: rrnm.gov/81/Motor-Vehicle-Division (charges additional fees)