Asturias has the highest rate of vehicle technical inspection failures in Spain, as reported by the Principality's Accounting Office, with a rejection rate of 26% overall and 33% for first inspections in 2024.
In 2024, Asturias topped the list of Spanish regions with the highest rates of failures in vehicle technical inspections (ITVs), as detailed in a report by the Sindicatura de Cuentas del Principado. The report highlighted that the region had an alarming rejection rate of 33% for first-time inspections, marking it as the highest in the country. This indicates significant issues with vehicle compliance with safety regulations in Asturias, raising concerns about the overall transportation safety within the community.
The report further noted that when total inspections, including follow-ups, were taken into account, Asturias still led with a suspension rate of 26%. This raises the question of whether the high rejection rates are indicative of a larger problem regarding vehicle maintenance and safety awareness among the public. Coupled with the data from Melilla, which had a rejection rate of 31%, it places significant pressure on regional authorities to address the issues effectively.
Such high rates of vehicle inspection failures pose serious implications for road safety and could lead to increased accidents if not addressed promptly. The findings call for urgent attention from both governmental and community stakeholders to possibly review the inspection processes, raise awareness about vehicle maintenance, and ensure that more vehicles are compliant with safety standards in Asturias and beyond.
