IVA thread

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Re: IVA thread

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Its a good idea to get an MOT and get the guy to have a general look around and ask you questions so you can rehearse your answers ready for the big day

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Re: IVA thread

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I thought it might be useful if I added my electrical IVA check list. Its custom to my car but may help when you complete your last checks etc

Left indicator x 3 + gauge light
Right indicator x 3 + gauge light
Rear fog light + switch light on + pull out when lights on
Hazard lights + switch
Front day time running lights
Side lights Front/ Rear
Head lights
Main Beam + blue light
Reversing light
Handbrake + switch light dash
Brake fluid warning light – switch push on; light then off
Horn
Wipers x 2 speed
Wiper self park
Windscreen washer
Oil warning light
Oil temperature
Oil pressure – Druck
Oil level – OEL
Alternator warning light
Fuel gauge level - yes
Tacho
Speedo correct reading
Kill switch to kill engine
Windscreen de-mister/ delay and light on switch
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Re: IVA thread

Post by AccidentalGenius »

That is very useful.

Do you know what the rule is around front lights. You reference daytime running lights, side lights, Headlights and Main beam. Are these all required?

if so, what is the difference between daytime lights and side lights?

I get that 'Headlights' can cover both dipped and main beam but how are you dealing with the other light(s)?
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Re: IVA thread

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Daytime running lights not required for IVA. Normal Beetle set up for front lights is fine.
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Re: IVA thread

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Thank you, that is very helpful.
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Re: IVA thread

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In my head I've convinced myself that direction indicators need to be self cancelling to pass IVA but I can't find it in the manual. Does anyone know the requirement?
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Re: IVA thread

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This is one of the inconsistencies between IVA and MOT. It is not a requirement for the IVA ti have self cancell8ng indicators, however when you go for your first MOT 3 years after you pass the IVA the you will fail on not having self cancelling indicators. Wheres the logic in that, but to answer your question indicators do not need to be self cancelling for IVA test.

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Re: IVA thread

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Thanks Rob, that's cleared it up. Another daft inconsistency!
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Re: IVA thread

Post by Hertsspeedsterrep356 »

Hi
Currently building a Speedster clinic Speedster, first of many daft questions
for Iva purposes can I use a brand new engine (case) or do I need to use a chassis age correct one? Do they check Engine number at Test?
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Re: IVA thread

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It is possible to use an engine of any age but if you want exemption from full emissions testing it needs to be pre 1975. It is on the owner to provide evidence of the engine’s age. 1975 or older and it is just a visual inspection for excessive smoke. How far away from IVA are you?
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Re: IVA thread

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If your using a new case. Then just stamp it with the original engine number from the log book. Bit naughty but you won’t be the first or last. They want to see the numbers are all corresponding to paper work etc. They don’t get to involved.
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Re: IVA thread

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Does anyone know if there is a specific fuel hose spec you MUST run for the IVA test, cant see it in the doc
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Re: IVA thread

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I seem to remember reading in one of the associated IVA documents that the fuel line must be compatible with the fuel used. I used the lines shown in the picture below, tested fine in 2018.

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This is just off the shelf line from car builders solution, eBay etc
Hope this helps
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