WA DMV Vehicle Registration 2

Question 1

After buying a used car from a private party in Washington, how many days does the new owner have to transfer the title before a penalty applies?

Accepted Answer

15 days

Answer

Washington law requires the buyer to transfer the title within 15 days of acquiring the vehicle or pay a late penalty.

Question 2

When you sell a vehicle in Washington, what should you do to protect yourself from liability for the new owner's tickets or accidents?

Accepted Answer

File a Report of Sale with the Department of Licensing

Answer

Filing a Report of Sale within 5 business days documents that you no longer own the vehicle, protecting you from liability.

Question 3

In Washington, what generally happens to the license plates when a vehicle is sold?

Accepted Answer

They stay with the vehicle

Answer

In Washington, standard license plates belong to the vehicle and remain with it when it is sold.

Question 4

A new Washington resident moves from Oregon with a registered car. How long do they have to register the vehicle in Washington?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

New residents must register their vehicles with the Washington Department of Licensing within 30 days of moving to the state.

Question 5

How often must a standard passenger vehicle registration be renewed in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Every year

Answer

Washington vehicle registrations expire annually and must be renewed each year.

(WA DMV) Washington Department of Motor Vehicle Practice Test