IA DMV Vehicle Registration and Title 3

Question 1

When a vehicle is sold in Iowa, where must the seller sign?

Accepted Answer

On the back of the Certificate of Title

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On the front of the Certificate of Title

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On a separate odometer disclosure form only

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On the vehicle registration card

Question 2

What is a 'Salvage Title' in Iowa?

Accepted Answer

A title for a vehicle declared a total loss by an insurer

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A title for a rebuilt antique vehicle

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A title for a vehicle with a lien

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A title for a donated vehicle

Question 3

Iowa vehicle registration fees are based primarily on what factor?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle's value and age

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The vehicle's color and make

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The owner's driving record

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The number of miles driven per year

Question 4

Which of the following vehicles is typically exempt from Iowa registration fees?

Accepted Answer

Vehicles owned by the federal government

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Vehicles over 25 years old

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Electric vehicles

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Vehicles with less than 5,000 miles

Question 5

What information must be included in the odometer disclosure on an Iowa title transfer?

Accepted Answer

The actual mileage at the time of sale

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The estimated mileage for the vehicle's lifetime

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The mileage at last oil change

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The mileage at last state inspection

Question 6

If you move within Iowa to a different county, what must you do with your vehicle registration?

Accepted Answer

Update your address with the County Treasurer

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Re-register the vehicle in the new county within 30 days

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Obtain new license plates for the new county

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No action is required

Question 7

What is required to get a vehicle retitled as 'Rebuilt' in Iowa after it had a Salvage Title?

Accepted Answer

A physical inspection by the Iowa DOT or authorized inspector

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A new bill of sale from a licensed dealer

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Proof of full coverage insurance

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A letter from the original manufacturer