Essential documents to carry in your car when driving in Spain

If you are driving a Spanish registered vehicle in Spain, there are four mandatory documents you must carry in the car.  A valid driving licence  the vehicle’s Permiso de Circulación  the Tarjeta de Inspección Técnica del Vehículo Up to date ITV pass certificate if applicable   You need to carry the originals with you at all…

What is an ITV test and when do I need one?

The ITV (Inspección técnica de vehículos) is the Spanish vehicle roadworthiness test, like the MOT in the UK. The frequency of  the test depends on the category and age of the vehicle. Once you have imported a vehicle into Spain (or if you already have one registered in Spain), it’s liable for periodic inspections. Most…

Top tips for preparing your RHD vehicle for a Spanish ITV test​

Top tips for preparing your RHD vehicle for a Spanish ITV test If you are importing a right-hand drive car from the UK, part of the registration process is a technical inspection (ITV) to ensure the vehicle is road worthy. When it comes to the time of the technical test, there are a few issues you…

What is a Ficha Tecnica Reducida?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPU0s41dRw0 What is a Ficha Tecnica Reducida? A ‘ficha tecnica reducida’ is a technical document which includes the specifications of a vehicle and is produced by a qualified technician. Amongst other things, it specifies the dimensions, power output, engine size, emissions, tyre specifications, the weight of the vehicle, VIN plate location and much more.  What…