How the DGT's position has evolved
Current position
The reduced rate of 4% applies to vehicles for persons with reduced mobility or for the habitual transport of persons with disabilities in wheelchairs. Its application requires the prior recognition of the right by the AEAT (Spanish Tax Agency) through an application. To prove habitual use, elements such as vehicle ownership, kinship, cohabitation, or status as a guardian are assessed.
The DGT's position remains constant in requiring prior recognition by the AEAT to apply the 4% rate. Throughout the rulings, the method for proving the habitual use of the vehicle has been specified, allowing means of proof such as cohabitation or guardianship to validate the right.
Turning points
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Establishes that legal entities must prove that they carry out assistance activities or that they have workers with disabilities who will use the vehicle.
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Specifies that the proof of habitual transport can be provided through vehicle ownership, kinship, cohabitation, or status as a guardian.
Analysis based on 62 of 64 rulings with a stated position. Updated 23 September 2026.