How to Request a Vehicle History Report (Informe de Vehículo) from the DGT in Jávea/Xàbia
If you are buying a used car in Jávea or need to check the legal status of a vehicle registered in Spain, the "Informe de Vehículo" (Vehicle Report) from the DGT is your most essential tool. This document reveals crucial information such as whether the car has outstanding liens, unpaid traffic fines, or if its ITV (technical inspection) is up to date. This guide provides you with a ready-to-use template to request this information officially.
Instructions on how and where to submit it in Jávea/Xàbia
While most people request this report online via the DGT website using a digital certificate (Cl@ve or DNIe), there are instances where you may need to submit a formal written request in person, especially if there are discrepancies in the records. In the Jávea area, you should follow these steps:
- Location: The nearest DGT office (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico) for residents of Jávea is located in Alicante. You must book an appointment ("Cita Previa") online at the DGT website before attending.
- Procedure: Print the template below, complete your personal details and the vehicle's license plate number (matrícula), and sign it.
- Submission: Present the document at the registry desk of the Jefatura. Alternatively, you can submit it through a "Registro General" at the Jávea Town Hall (Ayuntamiento de Xàbia) if you have an official electronic certificate.
SOLICITUD DE INFORME DE VEHÍCULO
A LA JEFATURA PROVINCIAL DE TRÁFICO DE ALICANTE
D./Dña. _________________________________________, con DNI/NIE número __________________, y domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en _________________________________________, localidad de Xàbia (Alicante), teléfono de contacto __________________.
EXPONE:
Que estoy interesado en conocer la situación administrativa del vehículo con matrícula __________________ y número de bastidor (opcional) __________________.
SOLICITA:
Que se me facilite el Informe de Vehículo (reducido o detallado) correspondiente al vehículo mencionado anteriormente, con el fin de conocer su estado actual, cargas o gravámenes, y validez de la ITV.
En Xàbia, a ______ de ____________ de 20____.
Fdo: _________________________
Additional documentation required
When you present your request, you must bring the following items to ensure the process goes smoothly:
- Your original DNI, NIE, or Passport (it must be valid).
- The original vehicle license plate number (Matrícula).
- Proof of payment of the DGT fee (Tasa 4.1). You can pay this online via the DGT website before your appointment; print the receipt to show at the office.
- If you are acting on behalf of someone else, you must provide a signed authorization form (Modelo de Representación) and a copy of the owner's ID.
Expert Tip: Before making the trip to the Alicante office, check the DGT website to see if you can download the "Informe Reducido" for free using your digital certificate. This is often sufficient for basic checks. If you are buying a car, always request the "Informe Detallado," as it provides the most comprehensive history, including the vehicle's maintenance records and the number of previous owners, protecting you from potential fraud or hidden financial burdens.