Vehicle make; Mini(bmw)
Vehicle model; Cooper s
Vehicle rego; FYT101
VIN; Cannot be found
Make a list of nine safety components found in your vehicle;
1. Handbrake
2. Tyres
3. Lighting
4. ESP
5. ABS
6. Glazing
7. SRS
8. Gauges
9. Seat belts
10. Warning devices (engine lights etc)
SEATBELT INSPECTION and DEFINITIONS.
LTSA regulations:
The regulations for Seatbelts are contained in the Land Transport Rule 32011 – Seatbelts and
Seatbelt Anchorages.
From this ‘Rule’ the inspection criteria for Warrant of Fitness Inspections makes up the VIRM.
This is the inspection manual for all aspects of Vehicle Inspections.
Inspection Criteria:
The Inspection items detailed overleaf are a summury for the requirements of the VIRM.
EXPLANATIONS:
Tongue and Buckle Assembly:
This is the locking mechanism for the securing the seatbelt.
It is vital that the locking mechanism is secure and operating correctly.
Retractor:
The retractor mechanism is often hidden out of site inside the body structure of the vehicle.
The retractor automatically recoils the seatbelt when it is disengaged. It is a mechanical
device and can wear out over time. It is very important that the seatbelt webbing fully retracts
continuously in a smooth operation.
The locking mechanism that prevents occupants from moving forward violently in an accident
or severe braking, is located inside the retractor unit.
Webbing:
Seatbelt webbing is a special polyester weave manufactured and tested to a specific
International Standard for use in motor vehicles.
Damage to the webbing can dramatically reduce the effectiveness of the seatbelt.
Small cuts, frayed edges and holes in the webbing can cause it to tear when put under load.
Badly fade webbing, caused by sunburn and UV exposure, can have it’s strength reduced by
up to 5o%.
Anchorages:
The seatbelt unit must be securely fixed to the vehicle. Loose fittings, rust or insecure
mountings will fail under load.
Accident Dynamics:
In a frontal impact accident at 50 kph, the vehicle occupants’ are propelled forward against
the seatbelt restraint system.
The force applied to the restraint system is equal to 30 times the occupants’ weight. At 70
kph, this force is 60 times the body weight.
The force is applied in an instant, and any defective parts of the seatbelt assembly or
anchorages could result in failure, causing occupants’ to be propelled forward into the
steering wheel, dashboard or through the windscreen.
It is vital that seatbelts are inspected regularly for damage and replaced when found to be
defective
TONGUE and BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
*Check the engagement of tongue and buckle Pass
*The tongue and buckle should securely latch Pass
together with very little free play.
*The tongue should eject actively when released. Pass
*There should be no visible cracks on the buckle Pass
and the buckle cover must be intact.
*The tongue should have no metal deformation Pass
webbing marks or visible cracks on metal or
plastic sections.
Comments?:
There was a small small amount of fraying on the webbing of the drivers seat, seatbelt
RETRACTOR
Pull the belt out as far as it will go, then release it. Pass
The belt should return all the way to the retractor Pass
Without sticking, gripping or stalling.
The retractor should lock if the webbing is pulled
out sudden Pass
Comments?:
All of the components tested in the retractor system passed with flying colours.
WEBBING
*The webbing should be securely attached to its end Pass
fittings and displaying no stretching or pulled stitching.
*The webbing should be flat throughout its entire length Pass
*Look for plastic burn marks, frayed stitching and any Pass
signs of rippling.
*Look for fading – exposure to sunlight can reduce the Pass
strength by up to 50%
* Ensure all anchorages are free from corrosion and are Pass
securely fastened to the vehicle structure.
*All mounting points should not show any signs deformation Pass
Comments?;
No faults founds these systems, Pass.
TONGUE and BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
*The tongue and buckle should securely latch together with very little free play.
The tongue should eject actively when released.
Pass
*There should be no visible cracks on the buckle Pass
and buckle cover must be intact.
*The tongue should have no metal deformation, Pass
webbing marks or visible cracks on metal or
plastic sections
Comments?;
All of the tests came back perfect, no faults to comment on.
RETRACTOR
*Pull the belt out as far as it will go, then release it. Pass
*The belt should return all the way to the retractor Pass
Without sticking, gripping or stalling.
*The retractor should lock if the webbing is pulled Pass
out suddenly
Comments?;
There was one thing that I picked up on when testing the retractor, the small plastic housing that covers the retractor had a small crack in it, It also looked as if it was exposed to light for an extended amount of time because the colour had faded really badly.
WEBBING
*The webbing should be securely attached to its end Pass
fittings displaying no stretching or pulled stitching.
*The webbing should be flat throughout its entire length Pass
*Look for plastic burn marks, frayed stitching and any Pass
Signs of rippling.
*Look for fading – exposure to sunlight can reduce the Pass
strength by up to 50%
Comments?;
The drivers seatbelt had a small amount of fraying when it was pulled right out, this did not effect the performance of the belt though.
ANCHORAGE
*Ensure all anchorages are free from corrosion and are
securely fastened to the vehicle structure. Pass
*All mounting points should not show any signs deformation. Pass
Comments?;
All the anchorages were in perfect condition, no comment.
Supplementary Restraint System
Seat Belt Types: L/D = Lap Diagonal
L = Lap
D = Diagonal
Air Bags: S.R.S. = Supplementary Restraint System
A.B = Air Bag
Vehicle make; Mini(bmw)
Vehicle model; Cooper s
Rego; FYT101
VIN; Cant be found
Import/nz new; German import
Type of Seat Belts: Front (type) Lap diagonal Number R2
Rear (type) Lap diagonal Number R2
AIR BAGS: (number) Front 2 Rear 0 Side 2
Dash warning light working Yes
Comments?;
The vehicle has two air bags in the front, 2 air bags in each front seat (must be for the rear passengers) The vehicle also only has 4 seat belts which as all diagonal.
Area and Rule ID
Vehicle Identification.
Vin and chassis number: Could not be found but Im sure it has one somewhere.
Vehicle Exterior
Structure: Perfect, No rust or structural damage.
Vehicle Structure.
External projections: Pass
Lighting
Headlamps: Good condition, may need slight alignment
Front and rear fog lights: These were in perfect condition
Cornering lamps: Appeared to be good, but turned off and on sometimes
Daytime running lamps: N/A as the vehicle does not have them
Direction indicator lamps (front): Perfect condition
Direction indicator lights (rear): Perfect condition
Forward-facing position lamps: Good condition
Rearward-facing position lamps: Pass
Stop lamps: Pass
High-mounted stop lamps: Pass
Rear registration plate lamp: Pass
Rear reflectors: Pass
Reversing lamps: Pass
Non-specified lamp: Pass
Vision
Windscreen: One little stone chip on passengers side
Sun visors: Good condition
Wipers: Have just been replaced so perfect condtion
Washers: Needed to be refilled
Rear view mirror: Good condition
Entrance and Exit
Vehicle Interior
Seats and seat anchorages: Pass
Head restraints: Pass
Seatbelts and seat belt anchorages: Pass
Airbags:
Interior impact: Pass
Speedometer: Pass
Audible warning device: Pass
Brakes Use brake roller test from ‘Brake Task’
for this check if available
Components: Pass
ABS self check: Pass
Service brake performance
Percentage or recordings for
Each wheel: Front = 2% Rear = 2%
Service brake balance: Pass
Parking brake performance
Percentage or recordings for
Each wheel: Rear = 5%
Steering and Suspension Raise vehicle for this check
Steering mechanism: Pass, but slight play in the mechanism
Suspension mechanism: Perfect working order
Tyres, Wheels and Hubs
Tyre condition:
Tread depth:
Left front: 8.5mm across 4 channels
Right front: 8.5mm across 4 channels
Left rear: 6.5mm
Right rear: 2.2mm
Spare wheel security: Does not have spare wheel as it uses run flat tyres
Space-saver tyre label: N/A
Wheels: Good condition
Hubs and axles: Perfect
Mudguards: N/A
Exhaust Raise vehicle for this check
Exhaust System: Good condition
Towing Connections
Towing connection: Allgood, free of rust and corrosion\
Miscellaneous Items
Engine and drive train: Sweet as no faults
Fuel tank and fuel lines: No faults, Leaks corrosion etc.
Alternative Fuels
N/A
Modified Vehicle
Valid LVV plate, declaration or authority car
N/A
Comments;
This vehicle has passed the inspection test, there is a few small things that need be looked at before the vehicle goes for its next warrent.
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