Can I sell a motorcycle subject to an embargo?

Do you have a motorcycle subject to an embargo and want to know if it's possible to sell it?

First, you should know that it is possible to sell your motorcycle, even if it is subject to an embargo (Spanish: embargo), but how? A motorcycle embargo is carried out due to unpaid fines or debts, leading the DGT to impose the seizure, but you can still sell it. We'll tell you how…

Selling a motorcycle subject to an embargo is not as straightforward as selling a motorcycle free of charges; however, it is not impossible. How to do it will depend on whether the embargo has been imposed by a private individual or by the public administration. If your motorcycle has been seized by a private entity such as a company or a bank, unfortunately, you will be able to do very little, as the creditor usually auctions off the seized assets.

Conversely, if the public administration has imposed the embargo on the motorcycle, you can sell it provided the buyer is aware of the embargo and takes responsibility for the debt associated with the motorcycle.

Steps to follow before putting the motorcycle up for sale.

Before selling a motorcycle subject to an embargo, it is advisable to check with the DGT to confirm that an embargo truly exists on the motorcycle, or if, conversely, there are no debts on the motorcycle you intend to sell. You can request a full report in several ways: by visiting the Register of Movable Property or through the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico). You can also request the report on the DGT website and on the GANVAM website. If you do it via the DGT website, you will need an electronic signature or electronic DNI (Spanish National ID) and the motorcycle's registration number.

The sale of a motorcycle subject to an embargo is carried out like a normal sale, but with some exceptions. Firstly, the sales contract must state the embargo situation and the amount for which the motorcycle is embargoed. Secondly, the buyer will have to take responsibility for the payment of the debt to lift the embargo on the motorcycle.

What is my motorcycle subject to an embargo worth?

If you don't know what value a motorcycle subject to an embargo might have, we recommend that before putting it up for sale, you check its value if it were free of charges. You can visit some dealerships or request a valuation through the many professional websites that offer their services. At motodirecta.es, we have an online valuation form where you can send us your motorcycle's information, and we will make you a firm offer. Furthermore, we will arrange to collect your motorcycle from your doorstep. We have a team of professionals who handle all the paperwork. We also recommend that you read our article on tips and advice for selling your motorcycle.