ES · Expiry & renewal tracking
Keep truck and trailer ITV inspections from expiring
Trucks over 3.5 tonnes (N2 and N3) and O2 trailers (except caravans), O3 and O4 in Spain pass the ITV test every year up to ten years of age and every six months after that (Article 6.1 of Royal Decree 920/2017). The keeper or long-term lessee is responsible; testing up to 30 days early loses no time.
Vehicles registered in Spain must pass a technical inspection at an ITV station to use public roads, and the registered keeper or long-term lessee must present them (Article 4.1 and 4.2 of Royal Decree 920/2017). For goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes (N2 and N3) and O2 trailers (except towed caravans), O3 and O4, the periodic inspection is yearly up to 10 years of age and every six months after that (Article 6.1). Age is counted from the first registration or entry into service recorded in the Vehicle Register of the Central Traffic Headquarters.
Validity is calculated by adding the interval to the date of the favourable inspection. If the inspection takes place within the 30 calendar days before the previous one expires, the interval is added to that expiry date, so bringing it forward by up to 30 days loses no time (Article 6.5). Tractor units and semi-trailers can be inspected together or separately (Article 6.8).
The result is favourable if there are no defects or only minor ones, unfavourable if there is a major defect, and negative if there is a dangerous one (Article 9.4). Minor defects must be repaired within two months at most. With a major defect the vehicle may only go to the workshop and return to the station within two months; with a dangerous defect it may not be driven and must be moved by other means (Article 11). After a favourable inspection the V-19 sticker is displayed (Article 12.1).
At a glance
| Trucks N2 and N3 (over 3.5 t) | Yearly up to 10 years; every six months after (Article 6.1) |
|---|---|
| Trailers O2 (except caravans), O3 and O4 | Yearly up to 10 years; every six months after (Article 6.1) |
| Age | From first registration or entry into service in the Vehicle Register (Article 6.1) |
| Early inspection | Up to 30 days before expiry without losing time (Article 6.5) |
| Major or dangerous defect | Re-inspection within two months at most (Article 11.2 and 11.3) |
| Responsible | Registered keeper or long-term lessee (Article 4.2) |
Who is responsible?
The registered keeper or long-term lessee must present the vehicle for the inspections that apply to it (Article 4.2 of Royal Decree 920/2017). They may choose any ITV station, both for the first inspection and for re-inspections after repairs (Article 11.8). If the vehicle changes use or service and a stricter interval applies, it must be inspected and the new date noted on the ITV card (Article 6.7.d).
If the deadline passes
If inspections are not complied with, in addition to any report for the offence, officers give the keeper or long-term lessee 10 days to have the vehicle inspected; if this is not proven, the Traffic Headquarters starts the procedure to deregister the vehicle ex officio (Article 6.9). If the vehicle is presented for re-inspection after the repair deadline, a full inspection is carried out (Article 11.4).
Over 10 years: two dates a year
From 10 years of age the interval becomes six-monthly (Article 6.1). In a fleet with vehicles of different ages, every truck and trailer has its own date, and tractor units and semi-trailers can be inspected separately (Article 6.8).
Tracking it with ExpirySuite
- Add each truck and trailer with its ITV expiry date; when it turns 10, record the new six-monthly date.
- Email reminders arrive 60, 30, 14, 7 and 1 day before and on the day itself. The 30-day reminder matches the window in which the ITV can be brought forward without losing time.
- Assign a responsible person, such as the fleet manager; emails arrive in each recipient's language.
- If a date passes, managers get further reminders 3, 7 and 14 days later.
Frequently asked questions
- How often does a truck need an ITV in Spain?
- N2 and N3 vehicles need an ITV every year up to 10 years of age and every six months from then on (Article 6.1 of Royal Decree 920/2017).
- What about a semi-trailer?
- O2 trailers (except towed caravans), O3 and O4 follow the same interval: yearly up to 10 years and every six months after. They can be inspected with the tractor unit or separately (Articles 6.1 and 6.8).
- Do I lose time by going before the expiry date?
- Not if you go within the 30 calendar days before expiry: the new period is counted from the previous expiry date (Article 6.5).
- What happens after an unfavourable result?
- The vehicle may only go to the workshop and return to the ITV station within two months of the first unfavourable inspection (Article 11.2).
Sources
Last checked: Sep 30, 2026 · This page summarises official sources for general information and is not legal advice. Check the linked sources for current rules and fees.
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