FLHSMV Vehicle Title & Registration 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How long does a new Florida resident have to obtain a Florida vehicle registration after establishing residency?
- 10 days
- 30 days
- 60 days (Correct answer)
- 90 days
Correct answer: 60 days
New Florida residents must register their vehicle within 60 days of establishing residency in the state.
Question 2: When a Florida vehicle title is lost or destroyed, the owner must apply for a duplicate title using which form?
- Form HSMV 82040 (Correct answer)
- Form HSMV 82050
- Form HSMV 82101
- Form HSMV 82150
Correct answer: Form HSMV 82040
Form HSMV 82040 (Application for Certificate of Title With/Without Registration) is used to apply for a duplicate Florida title.
Question 3: In Florida, what color are the license plates issued for vehicles registered as antiques or classics?
- Blue and orange
- Black and white (Correct answer)
- Red and white
- Yellow and green
Correct answer: Black and white
Florida antique/classic vehicle specialty plates are issued in black and white coloring to reflect their historical character.
Question 4: A Florida vehicle owner who moves to a new address must notify the FLHSMV of the address change within how many days?
- 10 days
- 20 days
- 30 days (Correct answer)
- 60 days
Correct answer: 30 days
Florida law requires vehicle owners to notify FLHSMV of an address change within 30 days of moving.
Question 5: Which Florida agency is responsible for issuing vehicle titles and registrations?
- Department of Transportation
- Department of Revenue
- Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (Correct answer)
- Department of Motor Services
Correct answer: Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is the agency responsible for vehicle titles and registrations.
Question 6: Florida requires a vehicle to be titled in the state if the owner has been a resident for more than how many days?
- 30 days
- 45 days
- 60 days (Correct answer)
- 90 days
Correct answer: 60 days
Once a person has been a Florida resident for more than 60 days, they must title their vehicle in Florida.
Question 7: Which of the following vehicles is generally EXEMPT from Florida title requirements?
- A 2018 passenger car
- A boat trailer over 2,000 lbs
- A moped with an engine under 50cc (Correct answer)
- A pickup truck used for business
Correct answer: A moped with an engine under 50cc
Mopeds with engines of 50cc or less are generally exempt from Florida vehicle title requirements.
FLHSMV Vehicle Title & Registration 2
How long does a new Florida resident have to obtain a Florida vehicle registration after establishing residency?