This inspection does not apply if no drivers or front passenger's
doors were fitted as part of the original design of the vehicle.
A lack of door handles because of original design characteristics
or specialist modification is not a reason for rejection provided
the door can be latched securely in the dosed position.
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Open and close the drivers and passengers' doors. Check that each
latches securely in the closed position. Check also that front doors
can be opened from both inside and outside the vehicle.
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a. A driver's or any passengers door does not latch securely in
the closed position
b. a driver's or front passenger's door cannot be opened from both
inside and outside the vehicle from the relevant control in each
case.
Note: Reason for rejection 1 b does not apply to:
. goods vehicles modified for the carriage of high value cargoes
such as armoured security vehicles
. front passenger doors if the door aperture has been permanently
'filled' as part of a specialised customisation provided that there
are no obvious aperture gaps.
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Original Design
Original design characteristics and specialised modifications (eg
to enable wheelchair access) are to be accepted.
Luggage
Luggage or other items need not be removed from the vehicle in order
to carry out this inspection.
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2. Check the driver's and front passengers'
seats for security.
3. Check that the backrests of all seats (front and rear) can be
secured in their normal upright position.
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2. The security of the drivers or front passenger's seat is significantly
reduced.
3. A seat back that cannot be secured in the upright position.
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