Form LES 022A at a glance
What it is: LES 022A is the Request for Examination of Rebuilt Salvage Vehicle.
Who signs: All owners must sign.
Use this form to request an examination of a rebuilt salvage vehicle.
You must be licensed as a rebuilder to have two or more salvage vehicles examined within a 12 month consecutive period.
What to bring and attach to Form LES 022A
Other items required for the exam: Original part receipts, Photo of the vehicle prior to repairs, Old component parts containing a VIN (if available).
A filled-in Form LES 022A example: two owners request an examination

How to fill out Form LES 022A, box by box
REQUESTERS INFORMATION
VEHICLE LOCATION ADDRESS (if different from above)
If you were not involved in the actual repairing of the vehicle
REBUILDER LICENSE NUMBER, NMVTIS ID NUMBER and INDEPENDENT DEALER NUMBER
VEHICLE INFORMATION
PARTS REPAIRED/REPLACED (must be completed)

PARTS REPAIRED/REPLACED (must be completed): mark REPAIRED or REPLACED for Front Bumper, Right Fender, Left Rear Quarter Panel, Engine, Grill, Left Front Door, Right Rear Quarter Panel, Transmission, Hood, Right Front Door, Trunk, Frame/Unibody, Radiator Support, Left Rear Door, Rear Bumper, Air Bags, Left Fender, Right Rear Door, Roof and Dash.
Water Damaged or Not Listed: SPECIFY REPAIRS
REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLE EXAMINATION

Vehicle MUST be rebuilt prior to submitting this request - painting is optional. If vehicle does not pass the examination or you fail to keep your scheduled appointment you must request a new examination, submit a new LES 022A and pay the necessary fees.
Vehicle must have passed a VA State safety inspection after completion of the repairs and prior to the exam. VA Code § 46.2-1605.
You may obtain a trip permit to move your vehicle to and from a VA state safety inspection facility at www.dmv.virginia.gov/vehicles/temp_permit.asp.
Initial that the state safety inspection is complete.
CERTIFICATION (all owners must sign)

CERTIFICATION (all owners must sign): print the OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT NAME, then enter the OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT SIGNATURE and the DATE (mm/dd/yyyy) for all owners.
The OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT certifies and affirms that all information presented in this form is true and correct, that any documents presented to DMV are genuine, and that the information included in all supporting documentation is true and accurate. The OWNER/AUTHORIZED AGENT makes this certification and affirmation under penalty of perjury, and knowingly making a false statement or representation on this form is a criminal violation.
Common questions about Form LES 022A
Where do I file it?
Complete this form and return it, along with the required documents and fees, to DMV at the address on this form. If you have questions about requesting an examination contact DMVDirect at (804) 497-7100 or visit DMV on the web at www.dmvnow.com.
Are there fees?
Documents and fees required for processing, for a Virginia Salvage Title In Your Name: Completed LES 022A, VA Salvage Title, Title Fee $15 and Exam Fee $125 (checked November 2, 2026). For a Virginia Salvage Title Assigned To You: Completed LES 022A, VA Salvage Title, Salvage Certificate Application (VSA56), Bill of Sale, 4.15% Sales Tax or minimum $75 whichever is greater, Title Fee $15 and Exam Fee $125 (checked November 2, 2026). For an Out-of-State Salvage Title In Your Name (or) Out-of-State Salvage Title Assigned To You: Completed LES 022A, Out-of-State Title, Salvage Certificate Application (VSA56), Bill of Sale (if title is not in your name), 4.15% Sales Tax or minimum $75 whichever is greater, Proof of Sales Tax paid in another state (if paid), Title Fee $15 and Exam Fee $125 (checked November 2, 2026).
Sources
[1] Form LES 022A (07/01/2018), Request for Examination of Rebuilt Salvage Vehicle, Virginia DMV (the Official source link on this page).






