LegalizeS.I. No. 556/2020 - European Union (Road Vehicles: Type-Approval and Market Surveillance) Regulations 2020
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| Item | Subject | Technical Requirements Dates | Technical Requirements Dates | Applicability and variations |
| Item | Subject | New Types | Extensions | Applicability and variations |
| 1A | Sound level | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Applicability: A or C |
| 1A | Sound level | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Sections 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 of Annex IV to Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 shall not be compulsory. |
| 1A | Sound level | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Sections 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 of Annex 4 to UN Regulation No. 51 shall not be compulsory. |
| 1A | Sound level | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Modification of the exhaust system length after last silencer not exceeding 2m is permissible without further test. |
| 1A | Sound level | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Stationary Noise Test: Vehicles for which an approval or test report has been issued prior to modification of the exhaust system downstream of the catalyst, the Approval Authority will decide if a Stationary Noise Test will suffice. “Stationary Noise Test means”: a) in the case of a modified exhaust system a stationary test as defined in paragraphs 4.2.5.3.1. and 4.2.5.3.2. of Annex II to Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 and shall not exceed the equivalent stationary value recorded on the Certificate of Conformity, Approval Certificate or test report for that vehicle by more than 2dB(A) at 0.5m. b) in the case of vehicles having a maximum permissible mass exceeding 2800kg fitted with a modified air brake system, a test report is required to Appendix 2 of Annex I to Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 except that this shall not apply if air brake silencers are fitted. For vehicles with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base /incomplete vehicle or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. |
| 1A | Sound level | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | Regulation (EU) No. 540/2014 Or UN Regulation No. 51 And UN Regulation No. 138 | For extensions: Until 30 June 2022, the technical provisions of Directive 70/157/EEC can be accepted by the Approval Authority. |
| 2A | Emissions (Euro 6) light duty vehicles/ access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Applicability: A |
| 2A | Emissions (Euro 6) light duty vehicles/ access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | This item does not apply to vehicles approved to item 41. |
| 2A | Emissions (Euro 6) light duty vehicles/ access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test. Until 31 December 2021: An EC type-approval or EU type-approval issued to the most representative base vehicle remains valid irrespective of change in the reference mass. |
| 2A | Emissions (Euro 6) light duty vehicles/ access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | In the case of a completed vehicle the requirements according to the category of the base/incomplete or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. |
| 2A | Emissions (Euro 6) light duty vehicles/ access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Until 31 August 2021: Euro 5 is only acceptable in the case of vehicles which have a certificate of importation into Ireland prior to 1 July 2017. |
| 2A | Emissions (Euro 6) light duty vehicles/ access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 The technical provisions of Annex XXI in Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP). |
| 2A | Emissions (Euro 6) light duty vehicles/ access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | In service conformity does not apply. Compliance with one or more specific aspects included in the technical requirements may however be imposed. |
| 2A | Emissions (Euro 6) light duty vehicles/ access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007 as amended and as supplemented. | Until 31 December 2023: The fitting of an on-board fuel and/or energy consumption monitoring device shall not be required. If fitted, they shall comply with Annex XXII to Regulation (EU) No. 2017/1151. |
| 3A | Prevention of fire risks (liquid fuel tanks) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 34* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 34*** | Applicability: (Liquid fuel tanks) B |
| 3A | Prevention of fire risks (liquid fuel tanks) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 34* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 34*** | Applicability: (Installation in vehicle) B or C |
| 3A | Prevention of fire risks (liquid fuel tanks) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 34* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 34*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by Directive 2006/20/EC From 1 January 2021: Directive 70/221/EEC^**** |
| 3B | Rear underrun protective devices (RUPDs) and their installation; rear underrun protection (RUP) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58.02 From 1 January 2022: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58.02 From 1 January 2022: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58*** | Applicability: (Component) D |
| 3B | Rear underrun protective devices (RUPDs) and their installation; rear underrun protection (RUP) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58.02 From 1 January 2022: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58.02 From 1 January 2022: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58*** | Applicability: (Installation) B or C |
| 3B | Rear underrun protective devices (RUPDs) and their installation; rear underrun protection (RUP) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58.02 From 1 January 2022: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58.02 From 1 January 2022: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58*** | Vehicles where any RUPD (e.g. fixed, removable, foldable, adjustable, etc.) is incompatible with their use on roads may be partly or fully exempted from this Regulation, subject to the decision of the Approval Authority. |
| 3B | Rear underrun protective devices (RUPDs) and their installation; rear underrun protection (RUP) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58.02 From 1 January 2022: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58.02 From 1 January 2022: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 58*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by Directive 2006/20/EC From 1 January 2021: Directive 70/221/EEC^**** |
| 4A | Space for mounting and fixing rear registration plates | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1003/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1003/2010 | Applicability: B or C |
| 4A | Space for mounting and fixing rear registration plates | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1003/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1003/2010 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Directive 70/222/EEC From 1 January 2021: Directive 70/222/EEC^***** |
| 5A | Steering equipment | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 79* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 79*** | Applicability: A or C |
| 5A | Steering equipment | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 79* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 79*** | Where a vehicle is constructed using a base vehicle of a different category the provisions applicable to the base vehicle category at its maximum mass may apply. |
| 5A | Steering equipment | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 79* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 79*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The essential technical provisions of Directive 70/311/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/7/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 70/311/EEC**** |
| 5A | Steering equipment | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 79* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 79*** | For a modified system a manoeuvrability test in accordance with paragraph 6 of UN Regulation No. 79 applies |
| 6A | Door latches and hinges | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | Applicability: A or C |
| 6A | Door latches and hinges | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | Evidence that suitable proprietary parts from approved vehicles are used |
| 6A | Door latches and hinges | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | For extensions: The essential technical provisions of Directive 70/387/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/31/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 70/387/EEC^***** |
| 6B | Door latches and door retention components | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 11^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 11^*** | Applicability: B or C |
| 6B | Door latches and door retention components | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 11^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 11^*** | Evidence that suitable proprietary parts from approved vehicles are used may, at the decision of the Approval Authority, remove the need for testing. |
| 6B | Door latches and door retention components | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 11^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 11^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The essential technical provisions of Directive 70/387/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/31/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 70/387/EEC^**** |
| 7A | Audible warning devices and signals | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 28* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 28^*** | Applicability: (Component) X |
| 7A | Audible warning devices and signals | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 28* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 28^*** | Applicability: (Installation) B or C |
| 7A | Audible warning devices and signals | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 28* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 28^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Paragraph 2 of Annex I to Directive 70/388/EEC as last amended by Directive 87/354/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 70/388/EEC^**** |
| 8A | Devices for indirect vision and their installation | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 46^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 46^*** | Applicability: (Component) X |
| 8A | Devices for indirect vision and their installation | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 46^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 46^*** | Applicability: (Installation) B or C |
| 8A | Devices for indirect vision and their installation | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 46^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 46^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Directive 2003/97/EC Annex III From 1 January 2021: Directive 2003/97/EC^**** Field of view requirements do not apply to Optional mirrors. “Optional mirrors” are mirrors not intended to give a clear view to the rear, side or front of the vehicle within the fields of vision defined in UN Regulation No. 46; therefore, they are in no way a substitute for rear view mirrors. |
| 9B | Braking of passenger cars | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 13-H* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 13-H^*** | Applicability: A |
| 9B | Braking of passenger cars | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 13-H* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 13-H^*** | The fitting of BAS and ESC shall not be required. If fitted, they shall comply with the requirements of UN Regulation No. 13-H. |
| 9B | Braking of passenger cars | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 13-H* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 13-H^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of paragraph 2 of Annex I to Directive 71/320/EEC as last amended by Directive 98/12/EC and tests as defined in associated Annexes as may be applicable. |
| 10A | Electromagnetic compatibility | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 10* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 10^*** | Applicability: A or B |
| 10A | Electromagnetic compatibility | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 10* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 10^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2021: Directive 72/245/EEC as last amended by Directive 2006/28/EC, section 6 of Annex I taking into consideration the exemptions in section 8 and tests specified in Annexes IV to X Or An Installation Check “Installation Check” means a manufacturer’s declaration that installed components are compliant with the requirements of column 1 and inspection of a sample of installed components as the approving authority deem necessary. From 1 January 2022: Directive 72/245/EEC^**** |
| 12A | Interior fittings | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21^*** | Applicability: A or C |
| 12A | Interior fittings | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21^*** | The following shall not apply: UN Regulation No. 21, paragraphs 5.1.2, 5.2.3.1, 5.2.4, 5.4.2.2, 5.4.2.3, 5.7.1.2. |
| 12A | Interior fittings | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21^*** | The following shall not apply: Directive 74/60/EEC, Annex I, Paragraphs 5.1.2, 5.2.4, 5.3.4.1, 5.4.2.2, 5.7.1.2 and the second sentence of 5.2.3.1. |
| 12A | Interior fittings | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21^*** | For vehicles with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base/incomplete vehicle or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply at the decision of the Approval Authority. |
| 12A | Interior fittings | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 21^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The essential technical provisions of Directive 74/60/EEC as last amended by Directive 2000/4/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 74/60/EEC^**** |
| 13B | Protection of motor vehicles against unauthorised use | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116^*** | Applicability: A |
| 13B | Protection of motor vehicles against unauthorised use | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116^*** | In the case of devices to prevent unauthorised use the manufacturer may as an alternative to an approval or test report, issue a declaration of the device(s) fitted and that they comply with columns 3 or 4 as the case may be. In such cases an Installation Check will be conducted including any check the Approval Authority considers necessary and in the case of an immobiliser or alarm system a completed installation certificate. |
| 13B | Protection of motor vehicles against unauthorised use | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116^*** | In the case of an immobiliser or alarm system an Installation Check. An “Installation Check” means: An inspection of installed components as the Approval Authority deem necessary and in the case of an immobiliser or alarm system a completed installation certificate. |
| 13B | Protection of motor vehicles against unauthorised use | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116^*** | For vehicles with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base/incomplete vehicle or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. |
| 13B | Protection of motor vehicles against unauthorised use | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 116^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Directive 74/61/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/56/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 74/61/EEC^**** |
| 14A | Protection of the driver against the steering mechanism in the event of impact | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 12* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 12^*** | Applicability: B |
| 14A | Protection of the driver against the steering mechanism in the event of impact | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 12* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 12^*** | The requirements according to the category of the base/incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply, subject to the decision of the Approval Authority. |
| 14A | Protection of the driver against the steering mechanism in the event of impact | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 12* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 12^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The essential technical provisions of Directive 74/297/EEC as last amended by Directive 91/662/EEC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 74/297/EEC^**** |
| 15A | Seats, their anchorages and any head restraints | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 17^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 17^*** | Applicability: B or C The requirements of Annex 9 to UN Regulation No. 17 may be waived at the request of the manufacturer. |
| 15A | Seats, their anchorages and any head restraints | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 17^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 17^*** | The installation of side facing seats is prohibited in vehicles of categories M1. |
| 15A | Seats, their anchorages and any head restraints | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 17^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 17^*** | Requirements of Paragraphs 5.4., 5.5., 5.6., 5.10., 5.11. and 5.12. of UN Regulation No. 17 shall apply with the exception of Paragraph 5.5.2. of that Regulation. |
| 15A | Seats, their anchorages and any head restraints | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 17^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 17^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2021: The technical provisions of: Directive 74/408/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/39/EC. |
| 16A | External projections | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 26^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 26^*** | Applicability: A or C For vehicles with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base/ incomplete vehicle or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply to the cab only, subject to the decision of the Approval Authority. |
| 16A | External projections | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 26^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 26^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The essential technical provisions of Directive 74/483/EEC as last amended by Directive 79/488/EEC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 74/483/EEC^**** |
| 17A | Vehicle access and manoeuvrability (reverse gear) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | Applicability: D |
| 17A | Vehicle access and manoeuvrability (reverse gear) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 130/2012 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Directive 75/443/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/39/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 75/443/EEC^***** |
| 17B | Speedometer equipment including its installation | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 39^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 39^*** | Applicability: B or C |
| 17B | Speedometer equipment including its installation | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 39^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 39^*** | This requirement does not apply to a vehicle fitted with a tachograph if the tachograph provides adequate visual indication of vehicle speed to the driver. |
| 17B | Speedometer equipment including its installation | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 39^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 39^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Directive 75/443/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/39/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 75/443/EEC^**** |
| 18A | Manufacturer’s statutory plate and VIN | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 19/2011 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 19/2011 | Applicability: B or C |
| 18A | Manufacturer’s statutory plate and VIN | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 19/2011 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 19/2011 | Inspection to confirm: the presence of a plate bearing details of Make, Approval number, VIN (or equivalent unique vehicle identifier), and Masses (Maximum Design values for the Axles, Gross Vehicle and Gross Train); the initial VIN or unique vehicle identifier is indelibly marked on the chassis or other structure on the right hand side of the vehicle. |
| 18A | Manufacturer’s statutory plate and VIN | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 19/2011 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 19/2011 | Where the vehicle is the subject of a multi-stage build a plate is required on completion of each stage as appropriate. |
| 18A | Manufacturer’s statutory plate and VIN | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 19/2011 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 19/2011 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Directive 76/114/EEC as last amended by Directive 78/507/EEC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 76/114/EEC^***** |
| 19A | Safety-belt anchorages, ISOFIX anchorages systems and ISOFIX top tether anchorages | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 14^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 14^*** | Applicability: B or C |
| 19A | Safety-belt anchorages, ISOFIX anchorages systems and ISOFIX top tether anchorages | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 14^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 14^*** | Applies to M1 |
| 19A | Safety-belt anchorages, ISOFIX anchorages systems and ISOFIX top tether anchorages | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 14^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 14^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC From 1 January 2021: Directive 76/115/EEC^**** |
| 20A | Installation of lighting and light signalling devices on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48^*** | Applicability: B or C |
| 20A | Installation of lighting and light signalling devices on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48^*** | For vehicles with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base/incomplete vehicle or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply to the cab, subject to the decision of the Approval Authority. |
| 20A | Installation of lighting and light signalling devices on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48^*** | Headlamp dipped beam must be suitable for left hand traffic. Cut-off shall be verified^******. |
| 20A | Installation of lighting and light signalling devices on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48^*** | If there is only one rear fog lamp, it shall be on the right-hand side of the vehicle^******. |
| 20A | Installation of lighting and light signalling devices on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48^*** | An Installation Check will be conducted including any check the Approval Authority considers necessary. |
| 20A | Installation of lighting and light signalling devices on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48^*** | Conspicuity Markings shall be red to the rear and white or yellow to the side and shall comply with UN Regulation No. 104. |
| 20A | Installation of lighting and light signalling devices on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48^*** | The manufacturer should provide a list of components, their “e” / “E” numbers and any alternatives covered by test reports. |
| 20A | Installation of lighting and light signalling devices on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 48^*** | For extensions: Directive 76/756/EEC^**** |
| 21A | Retro-reflecting devices for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 3* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 3^*** | Applicability: X |
| 21A | Retro-reflecting devices for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 3* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 3^*** | UN Regulation No. 150 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 21A | Retro-reflecting devices for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 3* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 3^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/757/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/29/EC. |
| 22A | Front and rear position lamps, stop-lamps and end-outline marker lamps for motor vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 7^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 7^*** | Applicability: X |
| 22A | Front and rear position lamps, stop-lamps and end-outline marker lamps for motor vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 7^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 7^*** | UN Regulation No. 148 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 22A | Front and rear position lamps, stop-lamps and end-outline marker lamps for motor vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 7^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 7^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/758/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/30/EC. |
| 22B | Daytime running lamps for power-driven vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 87* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 87^*** | Applicability: X |
| 22B | Daytime running lamps for power-driven vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 87* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 87^*** | UN Regulation No. 148 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 22B | Daytime running lamps for power-driven vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 87* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 87^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/758/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/30/EC. |
| 22C | Side-marker lamps for motor vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 91* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 91^*** | Applicability: X |
| 22C | Side-marker lamps for motor vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 91* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 91^*** | UN Regulation No. 148 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 22C | Side-marker lamps for motor vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 91* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 91^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/758/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/30/EC. |
| 23A | Direction indicators for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 6* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 6^*** | Applicability: X |
| 23A | Direction indicators for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 6* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 6^*** | UN Regulation No. 148 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 23A | Direction indicators for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 6* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 6^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/759/EEC as last amended by Directive 99/15/EC. |
| 24A | Illumination of rear-registration plates of power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 4* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 4^*** | Applicability: X |
| 24A | Illumination of rear-registration plates of power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 4* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 4^*** | UN Regulation No. 148 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 24A | Illumination of rear-registration plates of power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 4* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 4^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/760/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/31/EC. |
| 25A | Power-driven vehicle’s sealed beam headlamps (SB) emitting a European asymmetrical passing beam or a driving beam or both | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 31* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 31^*** | Applicability: X |
| 25A | Power-driven vehicle’s sealed beam headlamps (SB) emitting a European asymmetrical passing beam or a driving beam or both | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 31* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 31^*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/761/EEC as last amended by Directive 99/17/EC. |
| 25B | Filament lamps for use in approved lamp units of power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 37* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 37*** | Applicability: X |
| 25B | Filament lamps for use in approved lamp units of power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 37* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 37*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/761/EEC as last amended by Directive 99/17/EC. |
| 25C | Motor vehicle headlamps equipped with gas discharge light sources | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 98* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 98*** | Applicability: X |
| 25C | Motor vehicle headlamps equipped with gas discharge light sources | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 98* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 98*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/761/EEC as last amended by Directive 99/17/EC. |
| 25D | Gas-discharge light sources for use in approved gas-discharge lamp units of power-driven vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 99* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 99*** | Applicability: X |
| 25D | Gas-discharge light sources for use in approved gas-discharge lamp units of power-driven vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 99* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 99*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/761/EEC as last amended by Directive 99/17/EC. |
| 25E | Motor vehicle headlamps emitting an asymmetrical passing beam or a driving beam or both and equipped with filament lamps and/or LED modules | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 112* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 112*** | Applicability: X |
| 25E | Motor vehicle headlamps emitting an asymmetrical passing beam or a driving beam or both and equipped with filament lamps and/or LED modules | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 112* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 112*** | UN Regulation No. 149 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 25E | Motor vehicle headlamps emitting an asymmetrical passing beam or a driving beam or both and equipped with filament lamps and/or LED modules | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 112* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 112*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 76/761/EEC as last amended by Directive 99/17/EC. |
| 25F | Adaptive front lighting systems (AFS) for motor vehicles | If fitted Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 123* | If fitted Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 123*** | Applicability: X |
| 25F | Adaptive front lighting systems (AFS) for motor vehicles | If fitted Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 123* | If fitted Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 123*** | UN Regulation No. 149 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 26A | Power-driven vehicle front fog lamps | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 19* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 19*** | Applicability: X |
| 26A | Power-driven vehicle front fog lamps | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 19* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 19*** | UN Regulation No. 149 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 26A | Power-driven vehicle front fog lamps | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 19* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 19*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of Directive 76/762/EEC as last amended by Directive 99/18/EC. |
| 27A | Towing device | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1005/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1005/2010 | Applicability: B or C |
| 27A | Towing device | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1005/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1005/2010 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Annex II to Directive 77/389/EEC as last amended by Directive 96/64/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 77/389/EEC^***** |
| 28A | Rear fog lamps for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 38* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 38*** | Applicability: X |
| 28A | Rear fog lamps for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 38* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 38*** | UN Regulation No. 148 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 28A | Rear fog lamps for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 38* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 38*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 77/538/EEC as last amended by Directive 99/14/EC. |
| 29A | Reversing lights for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 23* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 23*** | Applicability: X |
| 29A | Reversing lights for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 23* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 23*** | UN Regulation No. 148 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 29A | Reversing lights for power-driven vehicles and their trailers | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 23* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 23*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 77/539/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/32/EC. |
| 30A | Parking lamps for power-driven vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 77* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 77*** | Applicability: X |
| 30A | Parking lamps for power-driven vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 77* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 77*** | UN Regulation No. 148 may apply as an alternative requirement. |
| 30A | Parking lamps for power-driven vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 77* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 77*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical and marking requirements of: Directive 77/540/EEC as last amended by Directive 99/16/EC. |
| 31A | Safety-belts, restraint systems, child restraint systems and ISOFIX child restraint systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16*** | Applicability: (Component) X |
| 31A | Safety-belts, restraint systems, child restraint systems and ISOFIX child restraint systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16*** | Applicability: (Installation) B or C |
| 31A | Safety-belts, restraint systems, child restraint systems and ISOFIX child restraint systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16*** | Full technical provisions of UN Regulation No. 16 are required for all seating positions. |
| 31A | Safety-belts, restraint systems, child restraint systems and ISOFIX child restraint systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16*** | Seat belts which have been specially designed or adapted for use by an adult or young person suffering from some disability and intended for use solely by such person are exempt. |
| 31A | Safety-belts, restraint systems, child restraint systems and ISOFIX child restraint systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16*** | Any vehicle not required to be fitted with seat belt anchorages is exempted from these requirements. A seat belt bearing an approval may be fitted, whether or not the seat belt has been type approved for the anchorages to which it is fitted, provided that the seat belt complies with the installation requirements. |
| 31A | Safety-belts, restraint systems, child restraint systems and ISOFIX child restraint systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 16*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. |
| 32A | Forward field of vision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 125* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 125*** | Applicability: A or C |
| 32A | Forward field of vision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 125* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 125*** | For vehicles with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base/ incomplete vehicle or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply, subject to the decision of the Approval Authority. |
| 32A | Forward field of vision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 125* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 125*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: Technical requirements of: Directive 77/649/EEC as amended by 90/630/EEC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 77/649/EEC^**** |
| 33A | Location and identification of hand controls, tell tales and indicators | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 121* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 121*** | Applicability: A or C |
| 33A | Location and identification of hand controls, tell tales and indicators | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 121* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 121*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of paragraph 5 of Annex I to Directive 78/316/EEC as last amended by Directive 94/53/EC. |
| 33A | Location and identification of hand controls, tell tales and indicators | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 121* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 121*** | Inspection to confirm that the prescribed controls are marked in accordance with the requirements of the UN Regulation. Other optional controls should be readily identifiable and must not be confusable with other symbols shown in the Regulation. Electronic displays shall follow any appropriate priority protocol. |
| 34A | Windscreen defrosting and demisting systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 672/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 672/2010 | Applicability: N/A |
| 34A | Windscreen defrosting and demisting systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 672/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 672/2010 | Vehicles of Category M1 shall be fitted with a suitable windscreen defrosting and demisting device. |
| 34A | Windscreen defrosting and demisting systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 672/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 672/2010 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The essential technical requirements of Annex I paragraphs 5.1.1 and 5.2.1. of Directive 78/317/EEC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 78/317/EEC* |
| 35A | Windscreen wiper and washer systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1008/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1008/2010 | Applicability: N/A |
| 35A | Windscreen wiper and washer systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1008/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1008/2010 | Vehicles of Category M1 shall be fitted with a suitable windscreen defrosting and demisting device. |
| 35A | Windscreen wiper and washer systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1008/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1008/2010 | Wipers shall be suitable for left-hand traffic**. |
| 35A | Windscreen wiper and washer systems | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1008/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1008/2010 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical requirements of Annex I paragraph 5 of Directive 78/318/EEC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 78/318/EEC* |
| 36A | Heating system | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 122* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 122*** | Applicability: B or C |
| 36A | Heating system | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 122* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 122*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: If fitted, the technical provisions of: Directive 2001/56/EC as last amended by Directive 2006/119/EC, section 3 of Annex II, and Annexes III, VII and VIII. From 1 January 2021: If fitted, Directive 2001/56/EC^**** |
| 37A | Wheel guards | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1009/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1009/2010 | Applicability: B or C |
| 37A | Wheel guards | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1009/2010 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1009/2010 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Directive 78/549/EEC as amended by 94/78/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 78/549/EEC* |
| 38A | Head restraints (headrests), whether or not incorporated in vehicle seats | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 25* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 25*** | Applicability: A |
| 38A | Head restraints (headrests), whether or not incorporated in vehicle seats | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 25* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 25*** | For vehicles with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base/ incomplete vehicle or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. |
| 38A | Head restraints (headrests), whether or not incorporated in vehicle seats | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 25* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 25*** | This item does not apply to seats not intended for normal use while the vehicle is travelling on a road. Seats that are for use when travelling on a road must be clearly identified to users. |
| 38A | Head restraints (headrests), whether or not incorporated in vehicle seats | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 25* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 25*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of Directive 78/932/EEC. |
| 41A | Emissions (Euro VI) heavy duty vehicles/access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | Applicability: A |
| 41A | Emissions (Euro VI) heavy duty vehicles/access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | For vehicles with a reference mass exceeding 2,610kg which are not type-approved (at the manufacturer’s request and provided their reference mass does not exceed 2,840kg) under Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007. |
| 41A | Emissions (Euro VI) heavy duty vehicles/access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | The requirements according to the category of the base/incomplete vehicle or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply, provided that the reference mass is within the scope of Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009. |
| 41A | Emissions (Euro VI) heavy duty vehicles/access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test. |
| 41A | Emissions (Euro VI) heavy duty vehicles/access to information | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | Regulation (EC) No. 595/2009 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: Regulation (EC) No 595/2009 Annex I limit values. |
| 44A | Masses and dimensions | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1230/2012 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1230/2012 | Applicability: B or C |
| 44A | Masses and dimensions | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1230/2012 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1230/2012 | Masses and dimensions listed in the Road Traffic (Construction and Use of Vehicles) Regulations 2003 (Statutory Instrument No. 5 of 2003) as amended may apply. |
| 44A | Masses and dimensions | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1230/2012 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1230/2012 | The hill start test at maximum combination mass described in Point 5.1 of Part A of Annex I to Regulation (EU) No. 1230/2012 may be waived at the request of the manufacturer. |
| 44A | Masses and dimensions | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1230/2012 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 1230/2012 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The essential technical requirements of Directive 92/21/EEC as amended by 95/48/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 92/21/EEC* |
| 45A | Safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43*** | Applicability: (Component) X |
| 45A | Safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43*** | Applicability: (Installation) B or C |
| 45A | Safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43*** | For vehicles with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base/incomplete vehicle or of the corresponding N category vehicle based on maximum mass may apply, subject to the decision of the Approval Authority. |
| 45A | Safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43*** | The regular light transmission shall not be less than 70% in the case of a windscreen and other glazing that is located in a position requisite for driving visibility. |
| 45A | Safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43*** | Until 31 December 2020: Paragraph 4.1.2. of Annex 24 to UN Regulation No. 43 does not apply. |
| 45A | Safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43*** | Paragraph 4.1.3. of Annex 24 to UN Regulation 43 does not apply. |
| 45A | Safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43*** | For rigid plastic panes fitted inside the vehicle which are requisite for the driver forward vision, the abrasion requirements for Class M shall be accepted as an alternative to the Class L abrasion requirements specified in Annex 24, paragraph 4.2.1.2. |
| 45A | Safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 43*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Directive 92/22/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/92/EC. From 1 January 2021: 92/22/EEC^**** |
| 46A | Installation of tyres | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 458/2011 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 458/2011 | Applicability: B or C |
| 46A | Installation of tyres | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 458/2011 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 458/2011 | Installation Check required to ensure that all tyres are marked in accordance with the Regulation including the appropriate speed and load ratings for their particular axle locations and the intended use of the vehicle. Check that tyres do not foul bodywork |
| 46A | Installation of tyres | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 458/2011 | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 458/2011 | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Directive 92/23/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/11/EC. |
| 46B | Pneumatic tyres for motor vehicles and their trailers (Class C1) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 30* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 30*** | Applicability: X |
| 46B | Pneumatic tyres for motor vehicles and their trailers (Class C1) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 30* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 30*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Directive 92/23/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/11/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 92/23/EEC^**** |
| 46D | Tyre rolling sound emissions, adhesion on wet surfaces and rolling resistance (Class C1) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 117* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 117.01 From 1 January 2021: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 117*** | Applicability: X |
| 46D | Tyre rolling sound emissions, adhesion on wet surfaces and rolling resistance (Class C1) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 117* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 117.01 From 1 January 2021: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 117*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Directive 92/23/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/11/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 92/23/EEC^**** |
| 46E | Temporary-use spare unit, run-flat tyres/system and tyre pressure monitoring system | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 64* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 64.01 Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 64*** | Applicability: N/A |
| 46E | Temporary-use spare unit, run-flat tyres/system and tyre pressure monitoring system | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 64* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 64.01 Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 64*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Directive 92/23/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/11/EC. From 1 January 2021: Directive 92/23/EEC^**** |
| 50A | Mechanical coupling components of combinations of vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 55* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 55*** | Applicability (if fitted): (Component) A |
| 50A | Mechanical coupling components of combinations of vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 55* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 55*** | Applicability (if fitted): (Installation) B or C |
| 50A | Mechanical coupling components of combinations of vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 55* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 55*** | Applies only to vehicles equipped with coupling(s). |
| 50A | Mechanical coupling components of combinations of vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 55* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 55*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: Where fitted, the technical provisions of: Annex VII to Directive 94/20/EC. From 1 January 2021: Where fitted, directive 94/20/EC^**** |
| 53A | Protection of occupants in the event of a frontal collision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 94^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 94*** | Applicability: B |
| 53A | Protection of occupants in the event of a frontal collision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 94^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 94*** | The requirements of UN Regulation No. 94 shall apply to vehicles fitted with front airbags. Vehicles not fitted with front airbags shall fulfil the requirement of Item 14A of this table. |
| 53A | Protection of occupants in the event of a frontal collision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 94^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 94*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: If fitted with airbag, Technical requirements of 96/79/EC. |
| 54A | Protection of occupants in the event of lateral collision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 95^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 95*** | Applicability: B |
| 54A | Protection of occupants in the event of lateral collision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 95^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 95*** | The manufacturer shall supply the technical service with suitable information concerning a possible impact of the head of the dummy against the structure of the vehicle or the side glazing if made up of laminated glazing. |
| 54A | Protection of occupants in the event of lateral collision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 95^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 95*** | When it is proven that such impact is likely to happen, the partial test using the head form test described in Paragraph 3.1. of Annex 8 to UN Regulation No. 95 shall be conducted and the criterion specified in Paragraph 5.2.1.1. of UN Regulation No. 95 shall be met. |
| 54A | Protection of occupants in the event of lateral collision | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 95^* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 95*** | In agreement with the Approval Authority, the test procedure described in Annex 4 to UN Regulation No. 21 may be used as an alternative to the test of UN Regulation No. 95. |
| 58 | Pedestrian protection | Regulation (EC) No. 78/2009 Or UN Regulation No. 127* | Regulation (EC) No. 78/2009 Or UN Regulation No. 127*** | Applicability: B |
| 58 | Pedestrian protection | Regulation (EC) No. 78/2009 Or UN Regulation No. 127* | Regulation (EC) No. 78/2009 Or UN Regulation No. 127*** | Sections 2 and 3 of Annex I to this Regulation shall not apply to: (a) vehicles of Category N1; and, (b) vehicles of Category M1 derived from N1 and of maximum mass exceeding 2,500kg. where the driver position ‘R-Point’ is either forward of the front axle or longitudinally rearwards of the front axle transverse centreline by a maximum of 1,100mm. |
| 59 | Recyclability | Directive 2005/64/EC | Directive 2005/64/EC | N/A |
| 61 | Air-conditioning systems | Directive 2006/40/EC | Directive 2006/40/EC | Applicability: A or B |
| 62 | Hydrogen system | Regulation (EC) No. 79/2009 Or UN Regulation No. 134* | Regulation (EC) No. 79/2009 Or UN Regulation No. 134*** | Applicability: (Component) X |
| 62 | Hydrogen system | Regulation (EC) No. 79/2009 Or UN Regulation No. 134* | Regulation (EC) No. 79/2009 Or UN Regulation No. 134*** | Applicability: (Installation) A |
| 64 | Gear shift indicators | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 65/2012 | If fitted: Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 Regulation (EU) No. 65/2012 | Applicability: N/A |
| 67 | Specific components for liquefied petroleum gases (LPG) and their installation on motor vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 67* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 67*** | Applicability: (Component) X |
| 67 | Specific components for liquefied petroleum gases (LPG) and their installation on motor vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 67* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 67*** | Applicability: (Installation) A or C |
| 68 | Vehicle alarm systems (VAS) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 97* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 97*** | Applicability: (Component) X |
| 68 | Vehicle alarm systems (VAS) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 97* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 97*** | Applicability: (Installation) B or C |
| 68 | Vehicle alarm systems (VAS) | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 97* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 97*** | For extensions: Until 31 December 2020: The technical provisions of: Directive 74/61/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/56/EC From 1 January 2021: Directive 74/61/EEC^**** |
| 69 | Electric safety | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 100* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 100*** | Applicability: B |
| 70 | Specific components for CNG and their installation on motor vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 110* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 110*** | Applicability: (Component) X |
| 70 | Specific components for CNG and their installation on motor vehicles | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 110* | Regulation (EC) No. 661/2009 UN Regulation No. 110*** | Applicability: (Installation) A or C |
| 72 | eCall system | Regulation (EU) No. 2015/758 | Regulation (EU) No. 2015/758 | Applicability: N/A |
To enable representative testing, the vehicle will be delivered in a presentable state and capable of being laden to maximum authorised weight.
A representative of the manufacturer must be present to enable access to all parts of the vehicle, to assist in explanation of features of that vehicle, and to cooperate in any testing.
Where a type of system has been altered at the subsequent stage of completion of the vehicle, to the extent that the system has to be retested for type-approval purposes, that retesting shall be limited to only those parts of the system that have been altered or affected by the changes.
Table 2: Technical Requirements for Category M2 Vehicles and Category M3 Vehicles
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