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DVSA Vehicle Market Surveillance Unit
DVSA’s Vehicle Market Surveillance Unit makes sure vehicles, vehicle parts and vehicle accessories sold in the UK are safe for people to buy.
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has a market surveillance unit, which inspects vehicles and trailers to make sure they meet vehicle safety and environmental standards.
Report someone to the unit
Report a manufacturer or a dealer for making or selling vehicles, vehicle parts and vehicle accessories with safety problems.
How the unit works
Understanding DVSA’s market surveillance unit aims and how it can fine you or take you to court for making or selling unsafe vehicles or parts.
Vehicle and component test result reports
Results of:
- inspections to check that vehicles, trailers and equipment meet safety and environmental standards
- investigations into whether products are advertised and sold in line with legal requirements
Emissions test result reports
Findings from vehicle emissions testing done to check vehicles meet emission standards.