SVA Becomes IVA

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SurreyMustang

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382 posts

199 months

Thursday 13th November 2008
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On the 29th April 2009 the SVA test as we know it will disappear to be replaced by the 'IVA' test.
It seems that the test will change and all of the paperwork, brochures, posters etc will have to be reprinted on a directive from the EU. Fees will also undoubtedly increase again from the £190 they have not long been increased to.
The requirements of the test itself will change, and items that have previously been acceptable on the SVA will no longer pass the IVA.
To view a draft of the regulations, go to http://www.transportoffice.gov.uk/IVA-manuals

I spoke to a 'friendly' tester today, and it seems they are already starting to implement a few of the changes. On the car I had in there were a few "That won't pass the IVA"s being bandied about.

Be forewarned!

gtrgeordies

652 posts

229 months

Thursday 13th November 2008
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cheers for that, some more importing headaches ahead !

BlownC4

34 posts

194 months

Monday 26th January 2009
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Sorry guys but SVA is gone from the end of feb, anything booked before that date will get 6 months grace and be allowed to go through SVA , test stations will be closed for SVA all through March for retraining with BIVA beginning the 1st April. Its all on this site.

http://www.the-ace.org.uk/

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