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There are some changes taking effect in the M2 and M3 individual vehicle approval (IVA) inspection manual from 15 April 2024.
The updated manual can be viewed online at Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) inspection manual: buses and coaches - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
In Version 14 of the M2 & M3 IVA Inspection Manual, changes have been made to the following sections:
- Noise (Section 01)
- Fuel Tanks (Section 03A)
- Indirect Vision (Section 08)
- Installation of Lights (Section 20)
- Retro Reflectors (Section 21)
- End Outline, Position (Side), Stop, Side Marker & Daytime Running Lights (Section 22)
- Rear Fog Lamps (Section 28)
- Reversing Lamps (Section 29)
- Seat Belts (Section 31)
- Tyres (Section 46)
- Speed Limiter (Section 47)
- Masses and Dimensions (Section 48)
- Definitions (Section 52)
- Area available for Passengers (Section 52C)
- Markings (Section 52D)
- Number and Location of Exits (Section 52H)
- Service Doors (Section 52I)
- Emergency Doors (Section 52J)
- Gangways and Staircase (Section 52M)
- Passenger Seats and Space (Section 52P)
- Access for Passengers with Reduced Mobility (Section 52Z)
- Electrical Safety (Section 69)
- Glossary of Terms
We've highlighted a few of the key updates below:
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Fuel Tanks: documentary evidence now required for hydrogen fuel tanks & system.
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Installation of Lights: revised diagrams to clarify the 'view to the front' and 'view to the rear' of vehicles.
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Tyres: inclusion of requirements for re-treaded tyres.
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Masses and Dimensions: radar devices added to width and length exemptions (e.g.: blind-spot sensors, etc.); 'zero-emission vehicles’ weight allowances added.
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Markings: pictograms acceptable as emergency exit markings.
These changes are explained in the new ’version control and release notes’ section at the beginning of the manual and in the ‘record of revision’ page for each section.
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