Road Safety; What To Observe Before Taking Your First Drive - Hobby Van Exclusive Manual

2.3 Road safety

• Before driving, check that the signal and light equipment,
steering and brakes all function properly.
• If the vehicle has been standing for a longer period of time
(approx. 10 months) have an authorised workshop check
the brake system and the accelerator system.
• Completely open and fasten the dimming system on the
front and side windows.
• While moving all passengers must be secured with seat
belts and may not move around in the vehicle.
• In winter, the roof must be cleared of snow and ice before
driving.
• Regularly check the tyre pressure before driving. False tyre
pressure can cause excessive wear, damage to the tyres or
even lead to a burst tyre.
• Child seats may only be mounted on seats that have a
three-point seat belt installed by the factory.
• Turn the reversible seats in the direction of travel and lock
them. The seats may not be turned while driving.

2.4 What to observe before taking your first drive

Vehicle registration
Every vehicle that drives on public roads must be registered.
This also applies to your new engine home. Apply for registrati-
on at your local Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency.
You must show the following when applying for
registration:
- registration document, Part II / CoC
- insurance coverage
- proof of personal identity or confirmation of registration by a
local authority
- if applicable, power of attorney to register the vehicle
- If applicable, the direct debit authorisation for motor vehicle
tax
General inspection
In common with passenger cars new engine homes with a per-
missible total weight up to 3.5 tonnes do not have to undergo
a general inspection for the first three years after initial regis-
tration. After this they must undergo a general inspection every
two years. Engine homes weighing between 3.5 and 7.5 tonnes
must undergo a general inspection every two years during the
first six years following initial registration. After this a general
inspection must be carried out every year.
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