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Our revised guidance on how we categorise vehicle defects in roadside checks has been published today.
This guide outlines the actions we take when we find roadworthiness defects during vehicle inspections.
We will enforce the new rules from 1 September 2022.
Individual defects have been added and updated in the load security section. This will make defects clearer for operators, drivers, and examiners, to help identify and rectify issues.
The changes include updates to suitable securing mechanisms for paper reels, skips and containers.
For light vehicles, there are new load security defects for items being carried directly on the roof panel and insecure loads on a roof rack.
There is an updated defect for an inoperative PSV accessibility ramp or lift safety device.
We have also updated the motorcycle section on tyre tread depth, re-cut tread and brake fluid leaks.
There is a full change table in the last section of the manual.
Read the revised categorisation of defects document.
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