Peugeot has announced a safety-recall of all 206 models (except the SW model) built before February 2002 because they have identified a fault that in very rare circumstances could affect the braking system.
DSA (Driving Standards Agency) carried out a risk assessment and decided not to conduct tests in the cars affected until they have been checked and, if necessary, repaired under the recall arrangements.
DVA's approach, until now, was to wait and establish the extent and uptake of the recall. However, after discussion with the manufacturers it appears that there are still some vehicles in Northern Ireland which have not been checked. It is therefore our intention to put procedures in place similar to DSA.
From this date any customer with a Peugeot 206 affected that has a 2002 or earlier registration must produce documentary evidence from Peugeot that the car has been examined (and repaired where necessary) before being allowed to use it for a driving test.
We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause.
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A number of car manufacturers are fitting electronically operated parking brakes to their vehicles. This innovative design alleviates the necessity for the coordination of gas, clutch and parking brake control. However, as this is an important and necessary requirement for a driver to demonstrate on test it has been decided that vehicles fitted with this type of parking brake would not be suitable for a driving test. However, if the systems can be manually overridden and subsequently operate as a conventional ratchet type parking brake, the vehicle would be suitable.
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Some manufacturers are producing vehicles that have limited boot space with the result that they come with space saver tyres. These tyres are often referred to as "get you home tyres". The tyres are speed rated, distanced rated or both. During the driving test candidates are expected to carry out an emergency stop, make reasonable progress and cover an average of 10 miles. New guidelines on the use of space saver tyres make it very clear that these tyres are for emergency use only and are not designed for normal driving.
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Some convertible vehicles are unsuitable for the driving test - e.g. the Ford KA convertible and Mini convertible due to the lack of all round vision for the examiner. If you propose to use a convertible vehicle
or any vehicle were view to the rear is limited for the driving test please check its suitability when you book.
The vehicle must be legal and roadworthy and have no warning lights showing ie the airbag warning light.
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Vehicle Safety