How to Fill Out Form LES 022A

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

Form LES 022A example filled out, example: two owners request an examination
Sam and Pat Sample own a rebuilt car and file LES 022A. They hold a Virginia Salvage Title in their names and repaired the car themselves. The picture shows the form, and its names and figures are sample values. Sam is the requester, and both owners sign because all owners must sign. They replaced the front bumper and repaired the hood, so Water Damaged or Not Listed: SPECIFY REPAIRS stays empty. The car passed the state safety inspection, so they initial that it is complete. Nothing goes in If you were not involved in the actual repairing of the vehicle because they repaired it themselves. REBUILDER LICENSE NUMBER, NMVTIS ID NUMBER and INDEPENDENT DEALER NUMBER are left blank because this is their first examination in 12 months. VEHICLE LOCATION ADDRESS (if different from above) is left blank because the car is at their street address.

How to fill out Form LES 022A, box by box

REQUESTERS INFORMATION

Form LES 022A example filled out, rEQUESTERS INFORMATION

REQUESTERS INFORMATION: print the INDIVIDUAL/COMPANY NAME (last, first, middle, suffix) and enter the DRIVER LICENSE NUMBER/FEIN.

Enter the STREET ADDRESS (no P.O. Box), CITY, STATE and ZIP CODE.

Enter the best time to contact you, telephone number, cell phone number and email address.

VEHICLE LOCATION ADDRESS (if different from above)

Form LES 022A example filled out, vEHICLE LOCATION ADDRESS (if different from above)

Enter the VEHICLE LOCATION ADDRESS (if different from the STREET ADDRESS (no P.O. Box)) with its CITY, STATE and ZIP CODE.

If you were not involved in the actual repairing of the vehicle

Form LES 022A example filled out, if you were not involved in the actual repairing of the vehicle

If you were not involved in the actual repairing of the vehicle, enter the Individual/Company name and address who repaired the vehicle: INDIVIDUAL/COMPANY NAME (print - last, first, middle, suffix), STREET ADDRESS (no P.O. Box), CITY, STATE and ZIP CODE.

REBUILDER LICENSE NUMBER, NMVTIS ID NUMBER and INDEPENDENT DEALER NUMBER

Form LES 022A example filled out, rEBUILDER LICENSE NUMBER, NMVTIS ID NUMBER and INDEPENDENT DEALER NUMBER

Enter the rebuilder license number, license expiration date, NMVTIS ID number, independent dealer number and license expiration date.

VEHICLE INFORMATION

Form LES 022A example filled out, vEHICLE INFORMATION

Vehicle information: enter the year, make, model, body type, vehicle identification number (VIN), # axles and color.

PARTS REPAIRED/REPLACED (must be completed)

Form LES 022A example filled out, 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

Form LES 022A example filled out, water Damaged or Not Listed: SPECIFY REPAIRS

For Water Damaged or Not Listed, write the repairs under SPECIFY REPAIRS.

If you have replaced a Pickup Cab or Frame, vehicle is reconstructed and may need to be assigned a new Vehicle Identification Number.

REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLE EXAMINATION

Form LES 022A example filled out, 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)

Form LES 022A example filled out, 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).

Form Les 022A PDF Details

Navigating the complexities of vehicle registration, especially for those that have been rebuilt after being designated as salvage, involves understanding and correctly submitting specific forms to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The LES 022A form plays a crucial role in this process, serving as a formal request for the examination of a rebuilt salvage vehicle. This form, updated on July 1, 2018, outlines the necessary steps and documentation required to proceed with an examination, providing a clear pathway for vehicle owners to achieve legal roadworthiness. Individuals or companies seeking this examination must complete and submit the LES 022A, alongside applicable documents such as the Virginia Salvage Title or an out-of-state equivalent, and meet the specified fees. Furthermore, the form mandates detailed information regarding the requester, the vehicle, the repairs completed, and requires a certification of the authenticity and accuracy of the submitted information under penalty of perjury. Additionally, the LES 022A specifies the prerequisites for the examination, including passing a Virginia State safety inspection and presenting evidence of such with the application. This form embodies the intersection of legal diligence, safety standards, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that rebuilt vehicles meet the necessary criteria before being allowed back on public roads.

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Form NameForm Les 022A
Form Length1 pages
Fillable?No
Fillable fields0
Avg. time to fill out15 sec
Other namesles 22a, les 022a dmv, les022a, les 022a 2018