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Car Inspection (ITV), Fuel & Parking

Passing mandatory vehicle technical inspection (ITV), windscreen stickers, fuel types, and regulated municipal parking zones (blue/green).

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Castilian Spanish

«Tengo cita para la inspección periódica de la ITV de mi turismo con motor de gasolina.»

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Expat Practical Handbook

Spanish legal regulations, insider tips, and actionable checklist for «Car Inspection (ITV), Fuel & Parking»

Spanish Legal & Regulatory Framework

Governed by Royal Decree 920/2017 on Motor Vehicle Technical Inspection (ITV). Distinctive V-19 windshield sticker is mandatory.

Common Expat Pitfalls & Solutions

Driving with an expired ITV inspection (subject to €200 DGT automated camera fines).
Book your ITV appointment up to 30 days prior to expiration without losing any validity days.
Accumulating multiple past ITV stickers on the front windshield.
Affix only the single valid V-19 sticker in the top right interior corner of your windshield.

Step-by-Step Action Plan & Checklist: Car Inspection (ITV), Fuel & Parking

1. Book ITV Appointment
Reserve a test slot online at an authorized inspection station (Applus, SGS, TÜV).
2. Vehicle Logbooks
Present original green Ficha Técnica, Permiso de Circulación, and valid insurance.
3. Pre-Inspection Check
Check all exterior lights, seatbelt buckles, tire tread depth, and washer fluid.