What is required for a vehicle to be considered a "used motor vehicle"?

For a vehicle to be classified as a "used motor vehicle," it is essential that it has been sold previously. This definition aligns with standard practices in the automotive industry, distinguishing between new and previously owned vehicles. When a vehicle is sold, regardless of the condition or title status, it transitions from being new to used, indicating that it has had a previous owner.

While a salvage title indicates that a vehicle has been damaged and is often linked to used vehicles, it is not a requirement for all used motors. Similarly, the model year being older than the current year is not a definitive criterion, as there can be instances where a vehicle remains new for a longer period without being sold. Regarding registration, merely having been registered for over a year does not guarantee the vehicle's classification as used, as it could still be categorized as new if it has not been sold yet. Hence, the key factor in determining the status of a vehicle as "used" is its previous sale.