Free Arizona Trailer Bill of Sale Form (ADOT MVD Form 48-2004 PDF)

Q: Do utility trailers have titles in Arizona?

Yes. Unlike some states that exempt lightweight trailers, Arizona Revised Statutes require all trailers—including small utility, cargo, boat, and homemade trailers—to be titled and registered through the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT MVD) regardless of weight or size.

Q: Does an Arizona trailer bill of sale need to be notarized?

Yes. Under A.R.S. § 28-2058 and ADOT MVD Form 48-2004 guidelines, the seller's signature on a trailer bill of sale must be notarized by a licensed Notary Public or witnessed in person by an authorized ADOT MVD agent before the title transfer can be processed.

Q: What is an Arizona permanent trailer registration plate?

Under A.R.S. § 28-2159, non-commercial trailers with a declared gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lbs or less are eligible for a one-time Permanent Non-Commercial Trailer Registration. You pay a one-time fee and receive a permanent plate that never requires annual tab renewals.

Q: How long does a buyer have to transfer a trailer title in Arizona?

The buyer has exactly 15 calendar days from the date of purchase to submit the notarized Bill of Sale and signed Certificate of Title to an ADOT MVD office or authorized third-party provider to avoid statutory late transfer penalty fees.

Q: What is required to register a homemade trailer in Arizona?

To title and register a homemade trailer, Arizona requires a physical Level II or Level III vehicle inspection conducted by an authorized MVD inspector or law enforcement officer, receipts for all structural materials and axle components, a certified weight slip, and this notarized Bill of Sale / Statement of Facts to receive a state-assigned Arizona VIN.

FORM SBF-AZ-TRL Statutory Year: 2026

A.R.S. §§ 28-2058, 28-2159 & Form 48-2004

STATE OF ARIZONA STATUTORY BILL OF SALE

Utility, Cargo, Boat, Equipment, Horse & Homemade Trailer Bill of Sale

Compliant with Arizona ADOT MVD & Form 48-2004 Standards

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned Seller, for and in consideration of the total sales price set forth herein, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, does hereby bargain, sell, grant, transfer, and deliver unto the undersigned Buyer all legal rights, title, equity, and interest in and to the trailer described below, to have and to hold forever.

SECTION A: JURISDICTION & LOCATION OF SALE

State:

Arizona County *:

SECTION B: COMPLETE TRAILER IDENTIFICATION & SPECIFICATIONS

Year Built *

Make / Manufacturer *

Model Name / Number

Body Type *

Length (Ft)

Width (Ft)

Axles

Empty Wt (lbs)

Payload (lbs)

GVWR (lbs) *

Arizona Plate # (Perm / Standard)

Trailer VIN / Serial # (17 Digits or ADOT Assigned) *

SECTION C: IDENTIFICATION OF PARTIES (TRANSFEROR & TRANSFEREE)

1. SELLER (Transferor Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

AZ Driver License #

2. BUYER (Transferee Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

Driver License #

SECTION D: FINANCIAL CONSIDERATION & PAYMENT TERMS

TOTAL PRICE (USD) *:

Date of Sale *:

Paid By: Cash Cashier's Check Wire Gift/Trade

Statutory "AS-IS" Warranty Disclaimer (A.R.S. § 47-2316) 0% Arizona Casual Sales Tax Exempt

SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS: The Buyer agrees that this trailer is sold in its present "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition, WITH ALL FAULTS AND DEFECTS, WHETHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN. The Seller disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of roadworthiness, structural frame integrity, axle alignment, wheel bearing condition, coupler safety, brake operation, and electrical/lighting wiring systems. Buyer acknowledges having had full opportunity to inspect the trailer prior to executing this bill of sale.

SECTION E: AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES & AFFIDAVIT

CERTIFICATION UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY (A.R.S. § 28-2531): The Seller certifies under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Arizona that Seller is the lawful owner of the trailer described above, with clear legal title free and clear of all liens, taxes, and encumbrances.

Seller (Transferor) Signature * MUST BE NOTARIZED

Signature: ✕

Seller Printed Name

Date

Buyer (Transferee) Signature For ADOT MVD Title Transfer

Signature: ✕

Buyer Printed Name

Date

SECTION F: NOTARY PUBLIC / MVD AGENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Mandatory under A.R.S. § 28-2058 & Form 48-2004: Must be signed before a Notary Public or MVD Authorized Agent

STATE OF ARIZONA COUNTY OF:

Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me this _____ day of ________________, 2026, by the Seller and/or Buyer named above, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory government photo identification to be the person(s) who executed this instrument.

Notary Public / MVD Agent Signature

MM/DD/YYYY

My Commission Expires

★ Affix Notary Seal
/ Stamp Here

FORM SBF-AZ-TRL (Rev. 2026) • StateBillForms.com A.R.S. §§ 28-2058 & 28-2159 • Compliant with ADOT MVD Form 48-2004 PAGE 1 OF 1

Official Process

Arizona ADOT MVD 3-Step Trailer Registration & Titling Guide

Follow Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT MVD) statutory guidelines under A.R.S. Title 28 to transfer trailer ownership and obtain permanent non-commercial registration.

Sign & Notarize Bill of Sale

The seller and buyer execute this statutory Form SBF-AZ-TRL. Under A.R.S. § 28-2058, the seller's signature must be notarized or witnessed by an authorized MVD agent.

Seller Files 10-Day Sold Notice

Within 10 calendar days of the transaction, the seller must submit a free Sold Notice online via azmvdnow.gov to release civil liability for future traffic citations or parking violations.

Buyer Registers for Permanent Plate

Within 15 calendar days, the buyer visits an ADOT MVD office with this Bill of Sale and Certificate of Title to opt for a one-time non-expiring permanent trailer plate under A.R.S. § 28-2159.

Statutory Summary

Arizona Trailer Sale Legal Requirements

Document / Requirement	Governing Authority	Status	Statutory Purpose
Certificate of Title	A.R.S. § 28-2051	Mandatory	Arizona requires titles for all utility, cargo, equipment, and homemade trailers.
Notarized Bill of Sale (Form 48-2004)	A.R.S. § 28-2058	Mandatory	Statutory transfer document; must be signed before a Notary Public or MVD agent.
Permanent Registration Option	A.R.S. § 28-2159	Permanent Tag	Non-commercial trailers under 10,000 lbs GVWR qualify for a one-time non-expiring plate.
10-Day Seller Sold Notice	A.R.S. § 28-2058(B)	Mandatory (Seller)	Filed online via azmvdnow.gov within 10 days to extinguish civil liability.
Arizona Casual Sales Tax (Private)	A.R.S. § 42-5061	0% Tax Exempt	Direct private individual trailer sales are 100% exempt from AZ transaction privilege tax.

Trailer FAQs

Arizona Trailer Bill of Sale Legal FAQs

Do utility trailers have titles in Arizona?

Does an Arizona trailer bill of sale need to be notarized?

What is an Arizona permanent trailer registration plate?

How long does a buyer have to transfer a trailer title in Arizona?

What is required to register a homemade trailer in Arizona?