The vehicle technical verification is essential to be able to circulate, since this “guarantees” that the vehicle in question is in optimal conditions to circulate on the streets without posing a danger to other people, vehicles, etc.
For that reason, the VTV, Depending on the type of vehicle you have, you should renew from time to time since this one has a validity time. In this line, many wonder if it is possible to circulate with the expired VTV.
What happens if I get stopped by the police and I don’t have the VTV?
In the event that the police stop you and you do not have a valid VTV, they will proceed to retain the vehicle and a fine will be applied to you. This starts at $3,905 and can go up to almost $80,000, a figure much higher than the cost of vehicle verification.
Furthermore, at cost of the fine, other expenses can be added as the price of vehicle “hauling”the days of “parking lot” in the corralón and the possible interests for being late in paying the fine (in the case of not doing so within the established period).
How long can you walk with the expired VTV?
At the moment there is 0 tolerance regarding expired VTV. That is, the vehicle begins to circulate in violation the day after the expiration date. For example, if the VTV of a vehicle expires on January 20, 2023, on January 21 at 12:00 a.m. it will already be in infringement.
There is currently 0 tolerance regarding expired VTV
As we mentioned earlier, at the time of be in violation, if the police stop you, they can fine and retain the vehicle, must pay the amounts mentioned above.
How much is the fine for not having VTV Argentina?
There is no single amount to pay for not having a valid VTV, but this starts from $3,905, with a cap of almost $80,000. The The fine will vary depending on the severity of the offense. the type of vehicle, the time it was driven with the VTV expired, etc.
When should I do the VTV?
The VTV must be made every year at the time of expiration indicated by it. Regarding its periodicity, this will depend on the use of the vehicle.
- Motorcycle: It is done once a year, that is, annually
- Private vehicles dedicated to the transport of people with up to 9 seats (including the driver): once a year, as in the case of motorcycles
- Public or private service vehicles, dedicated to the transport of people with up to 9 seats (including the driver): In the event that the vehicle is between 6 months and two years old, the review is annual, that is, once a year. In the event that the seniority is greater, the review becomes semi-annual, that is, twice a year.
- Vehicles dedicated to the transport of merchandise/various public or private service: in the case of having an age equal to or less than 20 years, the review is annual. In the event that the seniority is greater, the review becomes semi-annual.
When am I exempt from performing the VTV?
exist particular cases in which you can be exempt from doing the VTV.
In the case of motorcycles, all motorcycles 0KM and with a maximum age of one year are exempt. In other words, from the moment of purchase there is a “grace year”.
In the case of private vehicles dedicated to the transport of people with up to 9 seats, including the driver, up to 2 years is exempt. After that time, the corresponding verification must be carried out.
0 km cars have a two-year grace period with respect to VTV
As for the public or private service vehicles, dedicated to the transport of people with up to 9 seats, including the driver, is exempt from the moment the vehicle is new (0KM) and a maximum time of 6 months.
Finally, in the case of vehicles dedicated to the transport of merchandise/various public or private service, the maximum time that is exempt is 1 year from the moment the vehicle is 0KM.
What documentation must be submitted to carry out the VTV?
According to the official website of VTV, the Documentation to present to carry out the VTV, for the first time, are the following:
- Vehicle identification card
- vehicle title
- CUIT, if applicable
- updated ID
- CNG card, in the event that the vehicle has a gas equipment
- Driver’s license
In the case of people with motor disabilities are exempt from paying the fee. In that case, they should Present the Certificate of Disability issued by the Ministry of Health of the Nation or the Province of Buenos Aires.
The benefit is applied for a single unit per year, as long as it is in the name of the disabled person or at his service. In the latter case, the owner must be the spouse, ascendant, descendant, collateral in the second degree, guardian, curator or cohabiting partner when proving a term of cohabitation of not less than two years through judicial information.
On the other hand, in later presentations, the automotive title exchange for a Certified Inspection Report.
