Vehicle and Operator   Services Agency The MOT Inspection Manual Private Bus Testing Preface This Manual sets out the testing procedures and standards for those who carry out statutory testing of Class V vehicles. Class V vehicles are usually buses and other passenger vehicles with thirteen or more passenger seats, which are not licensed as public service vehicles. Vehicle owners should also find the Manual useful because it details the inspections to which vehicles are subjected and the reasons why an MOT test certificate could be refused. This Manual is based on the relevant Regulations, but changes in the law or in vehicle or equipment design could result in variations to the test requirements. General information regarding documentation and the responsibilities of those involved in testing are contained in the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency MOT Testing Guide. Written by the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency    Developed and presented by COMIND Editing: Nick Lynch Design: Nick Lynch and Stephen Oakman Additional illustrations: Stephen Oakman © Crown copyright 1993 Applications for reproduction should be made to the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency    First published 1993 The Private Bus Inspection Manual Issue Date 10 January 2005