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Biloxi, Mississippi UTV Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a utv in Biloxi, Mississippi. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Biloxi, MississippiUTVPopulation rank #844

What to include

Buyer and seller names and addresses
UTV VIN and vehicle details
Sale price and date
Signatures from both parties

Next step

Create a compliant bill of sale and download the signed PDF immediately.

Local Requirements — Harrison County

DMV / Title Office

Harrison County Tax Collector – Biloxi

Address

1801 23rd Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501

Phone

(228) 865-4033

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$9.00

Sales Tax Rate

5.00%

Base Registration Fee

$14.00

Mississippi 5% use tax on private vehicle purchases

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Mississippi does not require notarization.

Biloxi Transfer Checklist

Title transfer at Harrison County Tax Collector within 30 days
5% use tax applies
Seller must sign title assignment
Odometer disclosure required for vehicles under 10 years old

County Information — Harrison County

County Clerk / Recorder

Harrison County Circuit Clerk

Phone

(228) 865-4033

Website

https://www.harrisoncounty.ms.gov

UTV market data and safety information

The most common utv makes in private-party sales are Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki. Average private-party utv prices range from $5,000–$25,000. Utvs average 2.8 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Steering, Fuel System, Fire Hazard.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used utv

Before completing a utv bill of sale in Mississippi, verify these safety items:

Verify ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) is intact and unmodified
Check seat belt function for all seating positions
Inspect half doors and nets for proper latching
Test differential lock and selectable drive modes

UTV insurance and depreciation in Mississippi

UTV insurance averages $200–$600/year. Multi-passenger models cost more to insure. UTVs depreciate similarly to ATVs — 30–40% in 3 years. Sport models depreciate faster than utility models. Peak season for private utv sales is spring for sport models, fall for hunting/utility models, with an average of 28 days on market.

UTV registration and titling

UTVs are classified as "Off-highway vehicle (OHV) — some states allow street-legal registration with modifications" for registration purposes. UTVs are classified by seating capacity and engine displacement. Side-by-sides over 1,000cc may face additional state restrictions. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to utvs.

UTV sales in Biloxi, Mississippi

Biloxi residents completing a utv bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Mississippi state rules. The state sales tax rate is 5%, 5% reduced vehicle sales tax rate statewide. The most popular utv makes in Mississippi include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda.

Mississippi bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 724 bill of sale documents for Mississippi transactions, with 20 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.

Why Documentation Helps Protect Asking Price

45% faster sale

Vehicles whose listings include a history report spend ~45% less time on site before selling, and report-viewers are 5x more likely to become a lead.

Source: Experian / AutoCheck

$4,000 avg loss

NHTSA estimates 450,000+ vehicles per year are sold with rolled-back odometers — the average victim loses about $4,000 in downstream repair costs.

Source: NHTSA

17.5M private sales/yr

About 17.5 million private-party vehicle transactions happen in the U.S. each year — roughly 47% of the used market.

Source: Cox Automotive 2024

1 in 3 buyers

Roughly 1 in 3 used-car buyers say they suspect private sellers are hiding mechanical problems — documentation closes that trust gap.

Source: JW Surety Bonds (n=3,000)

Frequently asked questions

What county is Biloxi in, and which office handles title transfers?

Biloxi is in Harrison County. Title transfers are handled by the Harrison County Tax Collector – Biloxi at 1801 23rd Ave, Gulfport, MS 39501. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (228) 865-4033.

What is the sales tax rate on a utv sale in Biloxi?

The combined rate is 5.00%. Mississippi 5% use tax on private vehicle purchases.

Is notarization required for a utv bill of sale in Biloxi?

No. Mississippi does not require notarization.

What fees should I expect when transferring a utv title in Biloxi?

Title transfer fee: $9.00. Base registration fee: $14.00. Sales tax at 5.00% is collected at the time of title transfer.