When should I use the odometer exempt page?
Use this page when your semi truck sale in Florida fits a odometer exempt scenario. It walks you through the specific disclosures and details that apply to this type of transaction.
Odometer exempt — Florida
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What to know about odometer exempt sales in Florida
Under 49 CFR § 580.17 as amended in 2021, the age exemption is two-tier: vehicles of model year 2010 or older are exempt (the old 10-year rule), but model year 2011 and newer vehicles are exempt only once they are 20 or more model years old — a 2011-or-newer vehicle that is merely 10+ years old still requires full odometer disclosure. You still must not knowingly falsify mileage. Even if federally exempt, some states have their own mileage disclosure requirements — document the known odometer reading in the bill of sale regardless.
What to include in your bill of sale
- Full legal names and addresses for both buyer and seller.
- Semi Truck make, model, year, VIN, and current mileage.
- Agreed sale price, payment method, and transaction date.
- Any odometer exempt-specific disclosures required in Florida.
Seller guidance
For electronic titles, both parties must appear in person at the county tax collector or license plate agency to execute HSMV 82092, the Florida form for non-dealer (private party) electronic title reassignments on odometer-exempt vehicles; because it does not require an odometer reading, it is the correct form when the vehicle is odometer-exempt. Do not use HSMV 82092 if the vehicle is not exempt — in that case both parties must use HSMV 82994 (Motor Vehicle Title Reassignment Supplement), which requires a full odometer disclosure statement and is available to both private parties and dealers. For paper titles, either leave the odometer disclosure section on the back of the certificate of title blank or write 'EXEMPT' in the odometer field — both are acceptable under DMS Procedure TL-09.
Buyer guidance
Verify the model year and confirm which age-tier applies before closing — the threshold is 10 years for model year 2010 and older, or 20 years for model year 2011 and newer. Even when no odometer statement is legally required, ask the seller to note current mileage on the bill of sale for your own records.
Florida-Specific Note
Florida codifies odometer disclosure requirements in § 319.225, Florida Statutes, which mirrors the federal two-tier exemption framework under 49 CFR § 580.17. Vehicles of model year 2011 or newer are exempt from disclosure only after 20 model years; vehicles of model year 2010 or older are exempt after 10 model years. Vehicles with a GVWR exceeding 16,000 pounds and non-self-propelled vehicles are also exempt. A seller who fails to make a required odometer disclosure — the relevant risk for a seller who incorrectly treats a non-exempt vehicle as exempt — faces a second-degree misdemeanor under §§ 775.082 or 775.083, Florida Statutes, punishable by up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine.
Legal considerations
Florida codifies odometer disclosure requirements in § 319.225, Florida Statutes, which mirrors the federal two-tier exemption framework under 49 CFR § 580.17. Vehicles of model year 2011 or newer are exempt from disclosure only after 20 model years; vehicles of model year 2010 or older are exempt after 10 model years. Vehicles with a GVWR exceeding 16,000 pounds and non-self-propelled vehicles are also exempt. A seller who fails to make a required odometer disclosure — the relevant risk for a seller who incorrectly treats a non-exempt vehicle as exempt — faces a second-degree misdemeanor under §§ 775.082 or 775.083, Florida Statutes, punishable by up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine.
Florida Semi Truck transfer fees and requirements
In Florida, the title transfer fee is $75.25 and registration costs $14.50 - $32.50 based on vehicle weight. Semi Truck sales are subject to 6% state sales tax plus discretionary county surtax (up to 1.5%). Florida does not require notarization for private-party semi truck transfers. Florida does not require emission testing for private-party semi truck sales.
- Electronic title program (no paper titles for lien-free vehicles)
- Title must be transferred within 30 days
- Sales tax applies to purchase price or NADA value, whichever is higher
- Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles handles registration
Florida sales tax on semi truck purchases
Florida has a 6% state sales tax rate. 6% state plus county discretionary surtax (0.5–1.5%). Private-party semi truck sales in Florida are subject to sales tax. Tax based on purchase price or NADA book value, whichever is higher. The title transfer fee is $75.
Semi Truck market data and safety information
The most common semi truck makes in private-party sales are Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo, International. Average private-party semi truck prices range from $20,000–$180,000. Semi trucks average 4.5 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Brakes, Engine/Emissions, Electrical.
Safety checkpoints for buying a used semi truck
Before completing a semi truck bill of sale in Florida, verify these safety items:
- Inspect brake system — air brake components, slack adjusters, and pad condition
- Check DPF/DEF emission system status — deletion is federally illegal and affects value
- Verify DOT inspection history and annual inspection sticker currency
- Test all lighting, reflectors, and conspicuity markings per FMCSA requirements
- Confirm fifth-wheel locking jaw operation and proper grease level
- Verify tractor-trailer ABS warning light cycles correctly
- Test air-pressure build-up time meets FMCSA spec (governor cuts in by 60 PSI in 90 seconds)
- Confirm landing-gear crank operates and pin/clevis are intact
Semi Truck insurance and depreciation in Florida
Commercial truck insurance ranges $5,000–$15,000/year for owner-operators. Authority holders need $750K–$1M liability minimum. Diesel trucks depreciate based on mileage — expect 40–50% loss after 500,000 miles. Glider kits and pre-emission models command premiums. Peak season for private semi truck sales is january–march as trucking companies refresh fleets before peak shipping season, with an average of 35 days on market.
Semi Truck registration and titling
Semi Trucks are classified as "Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) — requires CDL to operate; IRP/IFTA registration for interstate operation" for registration purposes. Class 7 (26,001–33,000 lbs GVWR) and Class 8 (33,001+ lbs GVWR). Over 16,000 lbs GVWR exempts from federal odometer disclosure. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to semi trucks.
Safety tips for odometer exempt semi truck transactions
When completing a odometer exempt semi truck sale in Florida, always verify the vehicle against NHTSA recall databases. The most common semi truck recall categories are Brakes, Engine/Emissions, Electrical. Check recalls at NHTSA.gov/recalls before signing the bill of sale.
Checklist for odometer exempt semi truck sale in Florida
- Confirm the vehicle qualifies: model year 2010 or older, OR model year 2011+ and 20+ model years old, OR GVWR over 16,000 lbs
- Check your state's mileage disclosure rules — some exceed the federal minimum
- Record the actual known mileage in the bill of sale voluntarily
- Note on the bill of sale that odometer disclosure is exempt under 49 CFR § 580.17
- Retain a copy of the bill of sale showing the exempt-disclosure notation
- Confirm model year against the correct age threshold: 10-year rule for MY 2010 and older, 20-year rule for MY 2011 and newer
- For electronic titles on odometer-exempt vehicles, both parties must appear in person at the county tax collector to execute HSMV 82092 — the form PDF is available at flhsmv.gov for review, but the transfer itself requires in-person execution
- For paper titles, write 'EXEMPT' in the odometer disclosure section or leave it blank — both are accepted per DMS Procedure TL-09; do not estimate or guess a mileage figure
- Complete the title transfer at the county tax collector within 30 days of delivery of the vehicle (or consummation of the sale if that occurs later), per Florida Statute § 319.23(6)(a)
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Frequently asked questions
Why does the odometer exempt scenario have its own page?
Different sale scenarios — such as private party, dealer, or gifted transfers — have different documentation requirements. This page focuses on what buyers and sellers need for a odometer exempt transaction specifically.
What should be included in this bill of sale?
Include the buyer and seller details, vehicle identifiers, sale price, date, signatures, and any notes specific to the odometer exempt transaction.
What are the Florida fees for a odometer exempt semi truck transfer?
Florida charges a $75.25 title transfer fee. Registration costs $14.50 - $32.50 based on vehicle weight. Sales tax: 6% state sales tax plus discretionary county surtax (up to 1.5%). Notarization is not required for most transfers.
What semi truck makes are most commonly sold in Florida?
The most popular semi truck makes in private-party sales are Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo, International. Average private-party prices range from $20,000–$180,000.
Do I pay sales tax on a odometer exempt semi truck sale in Florida?
Florida has a 6% state sales tax rate. Tax based on purchase price or NADA book value, whichever is higher
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