Registering a New Vehicle for the First Time

The first time you register a new vehicle, you must come into an MVDNOW Office.

How to Register a New Vehicle
How to Register a Used Vehicle
How to Renew a Vehicle Registration

• Documents to Bring to the MVDNOW to Register a New Vehicle
• Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO) – The original MCO, not a copy.
• Dealer’s Invoice – The original invoice or a certified copy of the invoice.
• Odometer Statement – One of the following:
  • Odometer mileage statement on the back of the MCO
  • Odometer Mileage Statement | MVD Form 10187
  • Application for Title and Registration | MVD Form 10002

Proof of Insurance – In New Mexico, drivers must operate their motor vehicles with a minimum of liability auto insurance. Minimum auto liability insurance amounts required in New Mexico are:

• $25,000 for bodily injury to or death of one person,
• $50,000 for bodily injury to or death of two or more persons, and
• $10,000 for property damage in any one accident.

Bring any of the following forms of proof of insurance to MVDNOW when registering your vehicle:

• Current auto insurance card
• Copy of your current auto insurance policy
• A letter from your auto insurance company (on company letterhead) that verifies your auto insurance coverage.
• (2) Proofs of New Mexico Residency
• Proof of Identity
• Proof of Identity – No SSN