The DVSA has announced changes to vehicle defect categorisations to come into effect on the 1st May.

The new regulations have updated the categories of defects that can be found during roadside checks and what action will be taken when they are found.

You can find the updated manual on the categorisation here 🔗
http://ow.ly/QaUw50ITyF2

It is also expected that the DVSA will publish the revised Enforcement Sanctions Policy.

So what are the updates?

🔸 The categorisation of defects has been updated to include new items, notes and amendments in parts 1 and 2 of the manual.

🔸 There are significant updates to the load security sections, which includes removing the reference to the load security matrix.

🔸 There are additional load security defects and notes.

🔸 Other updates include vehicles missing an obligatory seat belt, electronic stability control (ESC), suspension joints and overrun brakes.

Our Walkaround Module is an easy and effective way to manage your defects and allows them to be identified and rectified before they become potentially dangerous, ensuring the safety of your drivers. It also removes the risk of being found in a roadside check, as well as potentially reducing further damage and costs.