The Technical Vehicle Inspection (VTV) in the province of Buenos Aires is undergoing changes, as it is no longer necessary to perform it annually, but rather every two years. However, once a vehicle is seven years old or exceeds 80,000 km, it must be done annually again.
There are some exceptions regarding the payment of the VTV in the province of Buenos Aires. Vehicles used for municipal services, belonging to the Fire Department, and those owned by persons with disabilities are exempt from the payment, although they must undergo the corresponding inspection.
Throughout the country, there is a possibility to access the VTV for free in certain cases. For example, retirees receiving up to two minimum retirement payments, vehicle owners with disabilities, and those who are not owners but are parents, guardians, descendants, spouses, or cohabitants of persons with disabilities.
In the City of Buenos Aires, the cost of the VTV has recently increased. Motorists will need to pay $44,857.12 until November, and starting in December, the cost rises to $52,878.21. In the case of motorcyclists, the fee changed to $16,866.19 and $19,882.72, respectively.
Regarding the frequency of the VTV for vehicles registered in CABA, it must be done for the first time when reaching 4 years of age or 60,000 kilometers. If the car has not reached 7 years of age and 80,000 km, the inspection will be valid for 24 months.
To know when to do the VTV in the City of Buenos Aires, it should be considered that the last number of the license plate indicates the expiration month. For example, license plates ending in 0 expire on October 31, while those ending in 9 do so on September 30. The months of January and December are designated for those whose sticker is expired.
