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Section B Page i
Public Service
Vehicle (PSV)
Inspection Manual
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About this Manual
Purpose
This manual explains to everyone engaged in the practical work of vehicle
examination and maintenance:
• The application of specific relevant requirements.
• The procedures and st... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Deficiency Categorisation
Deficiencies found during the test shall be categorised in one of the following
groups:
• Minor – deficiencies having no significant effect on the safety of the
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Assessment of Component condition
It is not practicable to lay down limits of wear and tolerances for all
types of components on different models of vehicle, or to define
acceptable amounts ... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Public Service Vehicle Revision Record
Section
Number
Section Title
Description of Change
Revision
Date
About this Manual
Page 2 - Deficiency Categorisation – last sentence from
minor deficiencies amended to cater for electronic test
certification.
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Park brake
performance
Page 2 calculated gross weight formula information updated
to clarify Y = total number of seats and driver/crew weights
are the same as passengers.
01/06/2024
Section
Number Section Titl... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Interpretation of Terms
Corrosion Failure Criteria
Any part of a load bearing member or load bearing panelling should be refused if it is
weakened by corrosion to the extent that:
• By finger and thumb pressure i... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Interpretation of Terms
EV (Electric Vehicle)
A vehicle that is powered by electric power train only. A vehicle with a hydrogen fuel cell
should be considered an electric vehicle.
Excessive travel
An abnorma... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
A vehicle powered by a power train that consists of both an internal combustion engine
and an electrical energy/power storage device.
Inappropriate Modifica... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Interpretation of Terms
Type Approved
A component or system fitted to a vehicle which has been issued with a Type Approval
Certificate or Certificate of Conformity which shows that the system or component
compl... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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List of Inspections
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Registration Plate
39 Hand Operated Brake Control Valves
2
Not allocated
40 Not allocated
3
Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint
Syste... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Standards for Prohibition Issue at Statutory Test
This provides a standard for the issue of Prohibition Notices where dangerous
deficiencies are observed during statutory tests.
The aim of the policy is to:
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Standards for Prohibition Issue at Statutory Test
Manual Reference
Deficiency Criteria
Deficiency
IM 3
Seat Belts
Detachment imminent where the applicable drivers
and/or passengers’ seat will be occupied d... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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01 Registration Plate
Application
This inspection applies to all registered motorised vehicles.
Procedure and Standards
A registration plate should be easi... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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03 Seat Belts & Supplementary Restraint Systems
Application
This inspection applies to all buses which have seat belts fitted.
The inspection of Supplementary Restraint Systems (SRS) applies to airbags, s... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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03 Seat Belts & Supplementary Restraint Systems
A. Check that on all belts the buckle operates correctly, and the seat belt adjusts
satisfactorily. Subsequent cutting or reworking of the webbing will be a defi... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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G. On seats constructed with a wooden frame it is unacceptable to mount the belts either
directly to the frame or to a metal base which is attached to the frame o... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Enhanced Installation Check
Vehicles certified from 1 November 2002 have either had evidence that they comply with directive
requirements regarding anchorages, ... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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03 Seat Belts & Supplementary Restraint Systems
Seat Belt Installation Check - Exempt Vehicles
Ford Transits with type approved seat belt installations can be identified as follows:
•
12, 14, 15, 16 and 17 s... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Obligatory belts
Minibuses with 9-12 passenger seats and with unladen weight not exceeding 2540kg first used
before 1 October 1988:
Date of first use
Seat pos... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Buses, coaches and minibuses first used from 1 October 2001 which are not authorised to carry
standing passengers:
A harness belt may be used as an alternative... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Diagram 1 - Typical Methods of attaching seat belts
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03 Seat Belts & Supplementary Restraint Systems
Diagram 2 – Example of a typical clamp bracket
Diagram 3 – Wooden frame with a metal base (rear view)
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Diagram 7 – Quick release seat examples
Diagram 8 – Typical angled Claw fitting
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Diagram 9 – Typical parallel Claw fitting
Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
1
Obligatory Seat Belt (see table in the application section):
a.
missing.
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05 Exhaust Emissions
Application
This inspection applies to all Compression Ignition engine vehicles.
Vehicles first used before 1 January 1980 will be subject to a visual examination only, see item 2 in
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05 Exhaust Emissions
Some smoke meters (DSM) may fail to trigger a reading when testing modern vehicles fitted
with low emission diesel engines which produce very low levels of smoke. If the smoke meter
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Manufacturer’s plate value means either the value displayed on the VIN plate or a separate
plate or sticker, which is likely to be within the engine compartment. The plate or sticker may be
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Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
Compression Ignition Engines
1
Statutory Smoke Meter Test:
a.
After a total of six accelerations have been completed, the
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06 Road Wheels and Hubs
Application
This inspection applies to all road wheels and hubs apart from spare wheels.
Procedure and Standards
Where possible wheel nuts will be lightly tapped with a hammer to check... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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06 Road Wheels and Hubs
Compatibility of Wheel Fixings
Vehicles with conical wheel fixings MUST NOT be fitted with wheels from vehicles designed
for use with sph... | [
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06 Road Wheels and Hubs
2
A wheel:
a.
(i)
with any visible elongation of a stud hole.
Major
(ii)
with any visible elongation of a stud hole where secure
fixing of the wheel is affected.
Dangerous
b.
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Application
This inspection applies to all tyres, apart from spare tyres.
Procedure and Standards
The use markings ... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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07 Size and Type of Tyres
Axle 1
Axle 2
Cross-ply
Bias-belted
Cross-ply
Radial
Bias-belted
Radial
This does not apply to an axle on which wide single tyres with a road contact width of more than
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TABLE 4 MAX AXLE LOADS FOR “UNRESTRICTED” SPEED VEHICLES
Tyre load
Trailers permitted to exceed 50mph
Motor vehicles permitted to exceed 60mph
Index
(up to 60mph)
(up to 70mph)
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TABLE 4 (continued) MAX AXLE LOADS FOR “UNRESTRICTED” SPEED VEHICLES
Tyre load
Trailers permitted to exceed 50mph
Motor vehicles permitted to exceed 60mph
Index
(up to 60mph)
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TABLE 4 (continued) MAX AXLE LOADS FOR “UNRESTRICTED” SPEED VEHICLES
Tyre load
Trailers permitted to exceed 50mph
Motor vehicles permitted to exceed 60mph
Index
(up to 60mph)
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Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
1
A tyre:
a. (i)
of which the nominal size, ply rating, load index or speed rating of
any tyre is below that appropriate for the axle weight.
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08 Condition of Tyres
Application
The examination for tyre condition applies to all tyres apart from spare tyres.
The check for tyre age code markings will apply to all axles on all vehicles.
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08 Condition of Tyres
Note: The original tread pattern means:
• On a re-treaded tyre the tread pattern immediately after the tyre was retreaded.
• On a recut tyre the manufacturer’s recut tread pattern.
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Fig (5)
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Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
1
A tyre:
a.
with a cut which is deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and
is more than 25mm long, or 10% of the section width,
whichever is greater.... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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10 Spare Wheel & Carrier
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles fitted with a spare wheel or carrier.
Procedure and Standards
Check the spare wheel for positioning and security.
Check the spare ... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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11 Vehicle to Trailer Coupling
Application
This examination applies to all articulated buses and to all buses fitted with a trailer coupling.
Procedure and Standards
The inspection is limited to those parts whi... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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b.
so damaged or deteriorated that injury to passengers or
other persons is likely.
Dangerous*
3
Turntable floor:
a.
(i)
insecure.
Major
(ii) insecure to such an extent tha... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 65 | 66 | 2,633 | 433 | 01/05/2022
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16 Passenger Doors, Driver Doors and Emergency Exits
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles and includes:
•
all drivers and passenger doors including “continental doors” (for use when coaches ar... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 66 | 67 | 2,649 | 445 | 01/04/2023
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16 Passenger Doors, Driver Doors and Emergency Exits
There is no requirement to mark the exterior of a continental door where an alternative
seating plan renders it inaccessible.
Check that if an all over adver... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 67 | 68 | 1,876 | 315 | 01/02/2021
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16 Passenger Doors, Driver Doors and Emergency Exits
Tethered break glass hammers are required to clear the minimum size for an emergency exit.
This size is 91cm x 53cm for a secondary exit and 70cm x 50cm with ... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 68 | 69 | 1,646 | 257 | 01/05/2022
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Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
1
A door or emergency exit:
a.
incomplete or missing.
Major
b.
cannot be opened to its fullest extent.
Major
c.
(i... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 69 | 70 | 1,161 | 176 | 01/05/2022
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16 Passenger Doors, Driver Doors and Emergency Exits
Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
3
A door and emergency exit marking:
a.
missing.
Major
b.
method of operation not shown (not applicable to Schedule 6
... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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17 Drivers Accommodation
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Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and Standards
Examine the cab floor, internal wheel arches and cab ste... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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18 Driver’s Seat
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Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles and only relates to the driver’s seat.
Procedure and Standards
When checking the driver’s seat a... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 72 | 73 | 1,669 | 260 | 01/02/2021
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19 Security of Body
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and Standards
Security of Body
The inspection covers:
• all fixings (e.g. brackets) securing the body to the chassis or to a ... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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20 Exterior of Body including Luggage Compartments
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Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and Standards
Check for defective items, which would... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 74 | 75 | 3,020 | 504 | 01/02/2021
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21 Interior of Body, Passenger Entrances, Exit Steps and Platforms
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and Standards
Buses which have an accessibility certificate or a DDA special autho... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 75 | 76 | 2,347 | 389 | 01/05/2022
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21 Interior of Body, Passenger Entrances, Exit Steps and Platforms
If a large bus used on local services is presented for test with markings showing the
presence of a first aid kit but no kit is carried this will b... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 76 | 77 | 685 | 107 | 01/02/2021
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21 Interior of Body, Passenger Entrances, Exit Steps and Platforms
When inspecting separately fuelled appliances such as combustion heaters or cookers
any signs of scorching charring or melting will be a deficiency... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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21 Interior of Body, Passenger Entrances, Exit Steps and Platforms
b.
layout which has been changed without approval and which
could endanger passengers.
Major
c.
with covering(s) in such a condition that they ... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 79 | 80 | 1,412 | 200 | 01/02/2021
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21 Interior of Body, Passenger Entrances, Exit Steps and Platforms
9
Interior lighting with:
(i)
inadequate illumination of saloon interior, steps, platform,
staircase and other facilities (interior lights onl... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 80 | 81 | 1,613 | 246 | 01/02/2021
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15
Wheelchair lifts/ramps:
a.
the strength of the lift or ramp is significantly impaired.
Major
b.
there are sharp edges or other protrusi... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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22 Mirrors and Indirect Vision Devices
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Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles and the number and type of mirrors and or indirect vision
devices (excludin... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 82 | 83 | 1,252 | 205 | 01/02/2021
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23 Glass and View of the Road
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and standards
Zone "A" is 350mm wide, in the swept area of the screen and centred on the centre of the
steering whee... | [
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“Swept area” means the area swept by the wipers in their normal operation and does not include
any additional area of the screen covered by the wipers to reach the parked position or... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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23 Glass and View of the Road
LDV Convoys front door window glass markings are situated below the trim and are not
visible. This model should not be refused for failure to display an appropriate mark.
Side windo... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 85 | 86 | 2,235 | 354 | 01/06/2024
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23 Glass and View of the Road
Examples of features which may intrude into the swept area of the wipers provided they do not
materially affect view to the front or the sides are:
• No smoking signs
• Maximum hei... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 86 | 87 | 1,009 | 172 | 01/02/2021
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23 Glass and View of the Road
2
A windscreen or window:
a.
so insecure that it is likely to fall out or damaged to the extent
that it presents a danger to occupants or to other road users.
Dangerous*
b.
wit... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 87 | 88 | 2,714 | 462 | 01/04/2023
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24 Accessibility Features
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles, which have been issued with an Accessibility Certificate or
a Special Authorisation. As an alternative to Schedules 1, 2 or 3 some v... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 88 | 89 | 2,144 | 355 | 01/04/2023
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24 Accessibility Features
Entrance and exits
Where fitted with a power operated lift or ramp that is not within the driver’s direct field of vision,
and where the operating control is not adjacent to the lift or... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 89 | 90 | 1,860 | 284 | 01/02/2021
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24 Accessibility Features
Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
1
Wheelchair spaces:
a. (i)
any wheelchair restraint components deteriorated, insecure or
defective but not likely to affect its function.
Minor
... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 90 | 91 | 1,957 | 304 | 01/02/2021
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24 Accessibility Features
f.
(i)
cannot be stowed, failure or malfunction of any stowage
retaining device (including failure to release without power
supplied where appropriate) but safety not affected.
Minor... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 91 | 92 | 1,438 | 207 | 01/02/2021
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24 Accessibility Features
7
A required sign/marking or safety instruction missing or
illegible.
Minor
8
Communication devices:
a.
any internal wheelchair space communication device missing
or inoperative... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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25 Windscreen Washers and Wipers
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Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles except those with an opening windscreen or where an
adequate view can be obtained by s... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 93 | 94 | 2,275 | 359 | 01/06/2024
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26 Speedometer/Tachograph
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
A vehicle must have a tachograph fitted unless the presenter claims that it is exempt from the
tachograph regulations. Exempt veh... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 94 | 95 | 2,924 | 485 | 01/06/2024
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26 Speedometer/Tachograph
For vehicles not required to be fitted with a tachograph where a tachograph is used as a
speedometer
If a tachograph is used in place of a speedometer (even if the vehicle is tachograph... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 95 | 96 | 493 | 72 | 01/02/2021
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26 Speedometer/Tachograph
If a vehicle is fitted with more than one tachograph and a speed limiter, the speed limiter
should operate off all tachographs.
Plastic sleeve seals are
acceptable but will require an ... | [
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Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
1
A speedometer or tachograph (where required):
a.
not fitted.
Major
b. (i)
incomplete or dial glass broken without affecting the operation.
Minor... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and standards
Vehicles first used from 1 August 1973 must have a horn that produces a continu... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 99 | 100 | 1,525 | 219 | 01/02/2021
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28 Driving Controls
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and standards
From the driver’s seat operate driving controls, except those for brakes and steering which are
checked under... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 100 | 101 | 552 | 76 | 01/02/2021
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f.
with the presence of rubbish or other items likely to interfere
with the proper control of the vehicle.
Dangerous
g.
(i)
clutch pedal anti-slip provision missing, loose, incomplet... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 101 | 102 | 2,588 | 409 | 01/02/2021
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30 Steering Control
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and standards
Cracks in the plastic covering do not necessarily mean that a spoke is fractured.
This inspection does n... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 103 | 104 | 494 | 68 | 01/02/2021
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30 Steering Control
e.
(i)
locking mechanism not functioning correctly.
Major
(ii)
locking mechanism not functioning correctly and affects safe
steering operation.
Dangerous
3
(i)
Free play in system whi... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 104 | 105 | 2,063 | 370 | 01/02/2021
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33 Speed Limiter
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles which are required to be fitted with a speed limiter.
Vehicles required to be fitted with a speed limiter are:
A. A vehicle first used from 1... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 105 | 106 | 2,886 | 484 | 01/05/2022
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• a design gross weight up to 5000kg
• a maximum speed capability exceeding 100km/h if a speed limiter were not fitted
Must be fitted with a speed limiter set at a maximum stabilised speed of 10... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 106 | 107 | 2,066 | 341 | 01/05/2022
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33 Speed Limiter
Other vehicles which are exempted by regulations are:
Vehicles owned or used by the Secretary of State for Defence and used for naval, military or air
force purposes. If the vehicle is being use... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 107 | 108 | 987 | 149 | 01/05/2022
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33 Speed Limiter
Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
1
Speed Limiter Plate:
a.
missing.
Major
b.
insecure.
Minor
c.
not in a conspicuous position.
Minor
d.
not clearly and indelibly marked with the set s... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 108 | 109 | 2,061 | 339 | 01/04/2025
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34 Pressure/Vacuum Warning and Build Up
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles, except those with an unladen weight of less than 3050kg
where the vacuum reservoir is coupled direct to the engine ind... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 111 | 112 | 938 | 132 | 01/02/2021
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37 Service Brake Pedal
Application
This examination applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and Standards
Power operated braking systems where the foot valve is fully open before the pedal is fully
depressed do not... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 112 | 113 | 2,873 | 484 | 01/02/2021
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38 Service Brake Operation
Application
This examination applies to all vehicles.
Anti-lock brakes are mandatory on coaches first used from 1 April 1992 with design GVW greater
than 12000kg, and all passenger ca... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 114 | 115 | 1,554 | 235 | 01/02/2021
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38 Service Brake Operation
Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
1
Air pressure or vacuum systems gauge reading drops when
pedal depressed indicating a leak in the system.
Major
2
Hydraulic systems (other than fu... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 115 | 116 | 373 | 58 | 01/02/2021
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38 Service Brake Operation
7
On vehicles and trailers both fitted with ISO 7638 (ABS/EBS)
lead sockets an ISO 7638 connecting lead not fitted or being
used.
Major
8
A mandatory ABS system not fitted to a veh... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 116 | 117 | 807 | 116 | 01/02/2021
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39 Hand Operated Brake Control Valves
Application
This examination applies to all hand operated control valves on vehicles which operate secondary
brakes, trailer brakes, spring brakes and lock actuators.
Proce... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 117 | 118 | 1,439 | 212 | 01/02/2021
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41 Condition of Chassis
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and Standards
For integral construction the term chassis should also be taken to apply to the underframe.
For vehicles wit... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 118 | 119 | 2,429 | 387 | 01/06/2024
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42 Electrical Wiring and Equipment
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and Standards
If the battery is only held in place by the cables and by a lip on the carrier this cannot be
con... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 119 | 120 | 1,144 | 169 | 01/02/2021
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42 Electrical Wiring and Equipment
2
Battery:
a.
(i)
and/or carrier insecure.
Minor
(ii)
and/or carrier insecure and likely to become displaced or
cause a short circuit.
Major
b.
case leaking.
Majo... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 120 | 121 | 994 | 141 | 01/02/2021
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43 Engine and Transmission Mountings
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles, including Hybrid Electric Vehicles and Electric Vehicles.
Where there is separate power train equipment, this should be t... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 121 | 122 | 1,608 | 266 | 01/02/2021
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44 Oil and Waste Leaks
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
Procedure and Standards
Check for oil leaks without operating any equipment other than the engine which may be run at
tick-over speed... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 122 | 123 | 1,817 | 305 | 01/04/2025
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45 Fuel Tanks and System
Application
This inspection applies to all fuel tanks which are permanently attached to vehicles and to
trailers, including gas fuel tanks and cylinders, bottles and other types of fuel ... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 123 | 124 | 1,625 | 247 | 01/04/2025
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45 Fuel Tanks and System
Deficiency
Deficiency
Category
1.
Fuel tank:
a.
strap or support broken or missing.
Major
b.
so insecure on its mountings that it is likely to drop away partially
or completel... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
psv_manual | 124 | 125 | 1,387 | 214 | 01/02/2021
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46 Exhaust Systems and Nuisance
Application
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
This inspection applies to all under bonnet noise deadening material fitted as original equipment.
This inspection includes anc... | [] | [] | [] | [] | train |
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