Florida HSMV Form 82993 – Odometer Disclosure Guide

What Is Florida HSMV Form 82993?

Form HSMV 82993 is the official Florida document used to record the current mileage of a motor vehicle and to obtain the buyer’s acknowledgment of that reading. It satisfies the requirements of the federal Truth in Mileage Act (49 CFR Part 580) and Florida Statute § 319.225.

The form contains three main parts:

• Vehicle Description (VIN, year, make, color, body style, and title number)
• Odometer Disclosure Statement (mileage reading, date, and certification of accuracy)
• Signatures and printed names/addresses of both the seller (transferor) and buyer (transferee)

The current revision is HSMV 82993 (REV. 11/11). It remains the active version accepted by county tax collectors and the FLHSMV.

When Should You Use Form 82993?

According to the instructions printed on the form itself, use Form 82993 in these situations:

1. When a motor vehicle for which an odometer disclosure is required has been sold.
2. When a motor vehicle for which an odometer disclosure is required has been purchased.
3. When an odometer disclosure statement and acknowledgment between buyer and seller is required, but no disclosure has been made on another state or federal form.

Common practical examples include:

• Private-party (casual) sales where the existing title does not contain a usable odometer disclosure section.
• Transfers involving older, non-conforming Florida titles issued before April 29, 1990.
• Correcting an incomplete, altered, or incorrect odometer reading on a title application.
• Certain dealer transactions when a separate federal-compliant disclosure is needed and Form 82994 or 82995 is not being used.

Two original completed forms should be prepared and exchanged—one for the seller and one for the buyer. Licensed dealers must keep their copy in their records for five years.

When Should You NOT Use Form 82993?

Do not use Form 82993 in the following cases:

1. When a Florida title issued on or after April 29, 1990 is available (the disclosure is already on the title).
2. When Form HSMV 82994 (Motor Vehicle Dealer Title Reassignment Supplement) has been used.
3. When Form HSMV 82995 (Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney/Odometer Disclosure) has been used.
4. When an out-of-state title that conforms to federal odometer disclosure requirements is used to transfer the vehicle.

Using the wrong form can delay title issuance or cause the application to be rejected by the local tax collector.

How to Complete Florida Form 82993 Step by Step

Use black or blue ink if completing by hand. All information must be accurate; false statements can result in fines or imprisonment.

1. Vehicle Description Section

• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) – enter the complete 17-character VIN
• Year
• Make
• Color
• Body style
• Title Number (if known)

2. Odometer Disclosure Statement

• Check the box for a 5-digit or 6-digit odometer.
• Enter the exact mileage reading with no tenths (example: 67,543).
• Enter the date the odometer was read.
• Select one of the three certification options:
  • Reflects actual mileage
  • Is in excess of its mechanical limits (usually for 5-digit odometers that have rolled over)
  • Is not the actual mileage (warning – this creates an odometer discrepancy notation)

Both parties must read the federal and state warning carefully before signing.

3. Signatures

• Seller signs, prints full name, and provides complete street address, city, state, and ZIP code.
• Buyer signs, prints full name, and provides complete street address, city, state, and ZIP code.

The form includes a perjury declaration. Signatures must be original (or properly executed electronic signatures when permitted for dealers/manufacturers under current FLHSMV rules).

Odometer Disclosure Exemptions in Florida

Not every vehicle requires an odometer disclosure. Under Florida Statute § 319.225 and FLHSMV procedures, the following vehicles are exempt:

• Vehicles with a model year of 2010 or older after 10 years
• Vehicles with a model year of 2011 or newer after 20 years
• Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) greater than 16,000 pounds
• Vehicles that are not self-propelled

Even when a vehicle is exempt, many buyers and sellers still complete a disclosure voluntarily for transparency. If a current reading is available on documents, tax collectors generally prefer to record it rather than automatically marking the title “EXEMPT.”

Filing and Retention Requirements

Form 82993 itself is not normally filed with the state. The completed copies are exchanged between the parties. However:

• Licensed dealers must retain their copy for five years.
• The form (or a copy) may be required as supporting documentation when applying for a Florida title, especially to correct an omission or discrepancy.
• Submit title applications and any required supporting forms to your local county tax collector office.

Penalties for Incomplete or False Odometer Disclosure

Federal and Florida law treat odometer fraud seriously. Failure to complete a required disclosure or providing a false statement is a second-degree misdemeanor under Florida law and can also trigger federal civil penalties of up to three times actual damages or $10,000 per violation, whichever is greater. The FLHSMV Odometer Fraud Unit actively reviews suspicious readings.

Download the Official Florida HSMV Form 82993

Always use the official form issued by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles:

Download Florida HSMV Form 82993 (PDF)

You can also obtain paper copies at any Florida county tax collector or license plate agency office.

Related Florida Motor Vehicle Forms

• HSMV 82994 – Motor Vehicle Dealer Title Reassignment Supplement
• HSMV 82995 – Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney/Odometer Disclosure
• HSMV 82042 – Vehicle Identification Number and Odometer Verification
• Complete list of FLHSMV forms

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need Form 82993 for a private car sale in Florida?
Only if the existing title does not already contain a proper odometer disclosure section or if you are correcting an earlier disclosure. Most modern Florida titles already include the required statement.

Can the same person sign as both buyer and seller?
Generally no. Florida law prohibits the same person from signing as both transferor and transferee in the same transaction except in limited situations (for example, removing a co-owner when the remaining owner already has interest in the vehicle).

Is Form 82993 still required for vehicles older than 10 or 20 years?
No. Once a vehicle meets the age-based exemption, disclosure is no longer mandatory, although recording the reading is still recommended for buyer protection.

Where do I submit the completed form?
Exchange copies with the other party. Include a copy with your title application only if the tax collector or FLHSMV requests it to support the transaction.

Final Tips for Florida Vehicle Buyers and Sellers

Always verify the odometer reading in person before signing. Keep a copy of the completed Form 82993 for your records. When in doubt about whether disclosure is required, contact your local Florida tax collector office or review the current FLHSMV title procedures. Using the correct form the first time prevents delays and protects both parties from future liability.