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¿Cuándo debe pasar un turismo la primera inspección técnica?

When must a car have its first vehicle inspection?

  • AA los 3 años, a partir de la fecha de la primera matriculación.After 3 years, from the date of first registration.
  • BA los 4 años, a partir de la fecha de fabricación o importación.After 4 years, from the date of manufacture or import.
  • CA los 4 años, a partir de la fecha de la primera matriculación.After 4 years, from the date of first registration.
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  • CA los 4 años, a partir de la fecha de la primera matriculación.After 4 years, from the date of first registration.
Explanation

A car must have its first vehicle inspection (ITV) 4 years after its first registration. From 4 to 10 years old it is inspected every 2 years, and from 10 years old the inspection is every year.

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