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HGV IVA Inspection Manual update

7 May 2026

From 11 May 2026Version 14.1 of the N2/N3 IVA Inspection Manual will be effective.

This is a minor revision, with key updates including:

  • Emissions (Section 02) Note 1 revised to clarify alternative compliance routes  
  • Installation of Lights (Section 20) Improved format of Figures 4 and 4a. New Figure 6 added to illustrate manoeuvring lamp visibility. 
  • Retro Reflectors (Section 21) Clarified positional allowance for red rearmost side retro‑reflectors within Table 1. 
  • Headlamps (Section 25) Maximum installation height updated to include N3G vehicles. 
  • Reversing Lamps (Section 29) Method of Inspection and Required Standards wording revised. Manoeuvring lamps added to section.

Further Information:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/individual-vehicle-approval-iva-inspection-manual-lorries-and-goods-vehicles