CA DMV Form REG 5103. Application for Temporary Smog Exemption for a Vehicle Located Out-of-State

Form REG 5103 is used to apply for a temporary smog exemption for a vehicle located out of state. The form allows the registered owner or legal owner to request an exemption from the smog inspection requirement based on the vehicle's out-of-state location and limited use in California.

The form gathers information about the vehicle, including its make, model, year, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). It also requires details about the out-of-state location, the reason for the temporary stay, and the expected return date to California.

When completing the form, it is important to provide accurate information about the vehicle and the out-of-state location. The owner must sign the form under penalty of perjury.

An application example for this form is when a vehicle owner temporarily relocates out of state but plans to return to California within a specific period. By applying for a temporary smog exemption using Form REG 5103, the owner can avoid the requirement of obtaining a smog inspection while the vehicle is not actively being driven or registered in California.

There may be alternative forms or processes for obtaining temporary smog exemptions depending on the specific circumstances. It is important to consult the specific requirements outlined in Form REG 5103 for applying for a temporary smog exemption for out-of-state vehicles in California.