From 27 July 2026, some changes will take effect in the M2 and M3 IVA Inspection manual.
The updated manual has been published on the GOV.UK website alongside the current version.
To help identify which parts have been updated there is a page of revisions with a brief summary at the start of the updated manual.
Section No. Section Title
- Foreword 01 Noise 18 Statutory Plates 19 Seat Belt Anchorages 20 Installation of Lights 21 Retro Reflectors 22 End Outline, Position(side), Stop, Side Marker & Daytime Running Lamps 25 Headlamps 28 Rear Fog Lamps 29 Reversing Lamps 31 Seat belts 36 Heating Systems 46 Tyres 48 Masses & Dimensions 52H Number & Location of Exits 52P Passenger Seats & Space 69 Electrical Safety - Glossary of Terms
Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the changes in the IVA inspection manual: buses and coaches.
