ITV in Valencia (Campanar): what to do when you can't find a slot
If you've gone to SITVAL to book at the Valencia — Campanar ITV and found no dates at all, or slots weeks away, that's normal: it's the busiest station in the province. It absorbs the traffic of a large part of the city of Valencia and of the northern and western metropolitan area.
On this page we explain how the Campanar ITV works, how to book on the official system, and what to do when nothing is available. If that's exactly your problem — there are no slots — further down we explain how we alert you the moment one frees up.
Valencia (Campanar) ITV station details
Why slots in Campanar are so hard to get
Campanar is the highest-volume station in the city of Valencia and one of the most sought-after in the whole Comunidad Valenciana. It's the natural choice for much of the north-west of the city and for drivers across the metropolitan area (Paterna, Burjassot, Godella, Rocafort, Quart de Poblet), as well as a large slice of the city centre.
The result is demand far beyond what the schedule can handle: slots appear and disappear within minutes, especially first thing in the morning and on Mondays. You can refresh the page 20 times in 10 minutes and still watch someone take the slot before you finish booking.
If you're looking for an ITV appointment in the city of Valencia and you'd rather not travel out to Vara de Quart or Massalfassar, Campanar is the station to go for — and the one worth watching.
How to book an ITV appointment at Valencia — Campanar
Appointments are booked on the official SITVAL system. The flow, in short:
- Go to SITVAL's official appointment booking portal.
- Select the Valencia — Campanar station and your type of vehicle.
- Choose a date and time from those available.
- Enter your vehicle details and confirm.
Step 3 is where everyone gets stuck: there are no dates. You can try again later (availability shifts through the day as people cancel) or let us alert you when something comes up.
How much does the ITV cost at Valencia — Campanar?
ITV fees are set by SITVAL according to your vehicle type and fuel, and they include VAT and the traffic levy (so these are final prices). As a rough guide:
- Motorcycles and mopeds: from €26.09 (depending on type and approval).
- Cars and vans (up to 3,500 kg): €34.49 petrol without catalytic converter · €41.47 petrol with catalytic converter · €56.15 diesel.
- Vehicles over 3,500 kg (diesel): €75.64.
- Farm tractors (diesel): €13.12.
Periodic inspection fees according to SITVAL (VAT and levy included). They may be updated; check the current fee for your vehicle on the official SITVAL website.
No slots available at all?
That's the norm at Campanar, and it's exactly why AvisaITV exists.
We watch for slots at the Valencia — Campanar ITV around the clock and, the moment one frees up, a WhatsApp lands on your phone with the date so you can go and book it yourself on the official site. You don't have to keep checking — we do it for you. And if we don't alert you to a single slot in the first 7 days, you get your €2.00 back.
What to bring on inspection day
- Vehicle registration document (permiso de circulación)
- Vehicle technical sheet / ITV card (ficha técnica)
- Proof of valid insurance
- Your appointment confirmation
What gets checked in the inspection?
The ITV checks that your vehicle meets the safety and environmental requirements to be on the road. Broadly, the inspection covers the condition of things like the brakes, steering, lights and signalling, tyres, suspension, emissions and vehicle identification (number plate, chassis number and documents). If everything is in order you get a pass; if there are defects, they're graded as minor, serious or very serious depending on how significant they are.
How often do you need an ITV?
How often depends on the type of vehicle and its age. As a general guide, private cars have their first ITV at 4 years from registration, then every 2 years until they're 10, and every year after that. Other vehicle types (motorcycles, vans, commercial vehicles, etc.) have their own intervals. Because these rules depend on current regulations and on your particular case, it's worth confirming the exact date for your vehicle in its documents or on the official SITVAL website.
Driving — or even parking — with an expired ITV has consequences
Letting your ITV lapse can get expensive, and the penalty depends on the case:
- Expired or failed ITV: €200. If it failed (serious defects), you may only move the vehicle to take it to a garage or to the station.
- Failed inspection: €500. The vehicle cannot be driven and must be moved by tow truck.
- Parked on a public road: even if you're not using it, the law requires a valid ITV: you can still be fined €200.
So it pays not to leave it to the last minute. And if the problem is that you can't find a slot, what matters is being in a position to grab the first one that frees up.
Amounts under current regulations; they may change over time.
Frequently asked questions
Is AvisaITV the official ITV station in Valencia?
No. AvisaITV is an independent, unofficial service. It is not part of SITVAL or of any public body. We tell you when a slot is free; you book the appointment yourself on the official SITVAL website.
What's the difference with Vara de Quart?
SITVAL has two stations in the city of Valencia: Campanar (north-west) and Vara de Quart (south). Many drivers try both, because each one has its own separate schedule. We can watch whichever you choose.
Can you guarantee me a slot?
We can't guarantee a specific appointment, because availability is up to SITVAL. What we do is alert you the moment one frees up so you can be the first to book it. And if we don't alert you to a single slot in the first 7 days, you get your €2.00 back.
How do you alert me?
By WhatsApp, the moment we spot a free slot at the Valencia — Campanar station.
Stop refreshing the SITVAL website: we'll watch the Valencia — Campanar ITV for you and alert you the moment a slot frees up.
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