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| Column 1 Requirement | Column 2 Definitions and supplementary provisions | Column 3 Exemptions and modifications |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Noise | 1 Noise | 1 Noise |
| The technical provisions of Annex I to Directive 70/157/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/101/EC. | A “Stationary Noise Test” means, in the case of a modified exhaust system, a stationary test as defined in paragraphs 5.2.3.4.2 and 5.2.3.4.3 of Annex I to Directive 70/157/EEC with a noise limit value measured on the dB(A) scale which must not exceed the equivalent stationary value recorded on the approval, certificate of conformity or test report for that vehicle by more than 2dB(A) at 0.5m. | 1 Directive 70/157/EEC, Annex I, paragraphs 5.3.1.1, 5.3.1.2 and 5.3.1.3 do not apply. |
| The technical provisions of Annex I to Directive 70/157/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/101/EC. | A “Stationary Noise Test” means, in the case of a modified exhaust system, a stationary test as defined in paragraphs 5.2.3.4.2 and 5.2.3.4.3 of Annex I to Directive 70/157/EEC with a noise limit value measured on the dB(A) scale which must not exceed the equivalent stationary value recorded on the approval, certificate of conformity or test report for that vehicle by more than 2dB(A) at 0.5m. | 2 If an approval or test report is issued for a vehicle in accordance with column 1 and the exhaust system is subsequently modified after the last silencer by not more than 2m in length, no further test is required. In the case of any other modification relating to the requirements of column 1 and affecting the only the exhaust system, a Stationary Noise Test must be conducted. |
| The technical provisions of Annex I to Directive 70/157/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/101/EC. | A “Stationary Noise Test” means, in the case of a modified exhaust system, a stationary test as defined in paragraphs 5.2.3.4.2 and 5.2.3.4.3 of Annex I to Directive 70/157/EEC with a noise limit value measured on the dB(A) scale which must not exceed the equivalent stationary value recorded on the approval, certificate of conformity or test report for that vehicle by more than 2dB(A) at 0.5m. | 3 In the case of armoured vehicles exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permissible where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. |
| 2 Light Duty Emissions | 2 Light Duty Emissions | 2 Light Duty Emissions |
| 1 The technical provisions of Regulation (EC) 715/2007 as last amended by Regulation (EC) 692/2008, Annex I, Table 2. | “OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic Systems. | 1 The requirements of OBD do not apply. |
| 2 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured after 1st December 2019: the technical provisions of Annex XXI in Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP). | “OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic Systems. | 2 Does not apply to vehicles approved to item 41. |
| 2 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured after 1st December 2019: the technical provisions of Annex XXI in Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP). | “OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic Systems. | 3 Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test. |
| 2 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured after 1st December 2019: the technical provisions of Annex XXI in Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP). | “OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic Systems. | 4 In the case of a completed vehicle, an approval issued to the most representative base vehicle remains valid irrespective of change in reference weight or aerodynamic performance. |
| 2 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured after 1st December 2019: the technical provisions of Annex XXI in Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP). | “OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic Systems. | 5 In the case of armoured vehicles exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permissible where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. |
| 3A Fuel Tanks | 3A Fuel Tanks | 3A Fuel Tanks |
| 1 The technical provisions of Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by Directive 2006/20/EC. | ||
| 2 For vehicles using gaseous fuels: UNECE Regulation 67.01 for LPG, UNECE Regulation 110 for CNG, UNECE Regulation 115 for LPG or CNG retro-fit, or the technical provisions of Regulation (EC) No 79/2009 or UNECE Regulation 134 for hydrogen. | ||
| 3B Rear Protective Devices | 3B Rear Protective Devices | 3B Rear Protective Devices |
| The technical provisions of paragraph 5 of Annex II to Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by Directive 2006/20/EC. | ||
| 4 Rear Registration Plate Space | 4 Rear Registration Plate Space | 4 Rear Registration Plate Space |
| The technical provisions of Directive 70/222/EEC, or space must be provided for a registration plate meeting the requirements of the Road Vehicles (Display of Registration Marks) Regulations 2001. | ||
| 5 Steering Effort | 5 Steering Effort | 5 Steering Effort |
| The technical provisions of paragraphs 4 and 5 of Annex I to Directive 70/311/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/7/EC. | The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. | |
| 6 Door latches and Hinges | 6 Door latches and Hinges | 6 Door latches and Hinges |
| The technical provisions of paragraph 3 of Annex I to Directive 70/387/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/31/EC. | ||
| 7 Audible Warning | 7 Audible Warning | 7 Audible Warning |
| Component: Directive 70/388/EEC as last amended by Directive 87/354/EC. | In the case of an armoured vehicle exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permissible where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. | |
| Vehicle: The technical provisions of paragraph 2 of Annex I to Directive 70/388/EEC as last amended by Directive 87/354/EC. | In the case of an armoured vehicle exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permissible where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. | |
| 8 Indirect Vision | 8 Indirect Vision | 8 Indirect Vision |
| Component: Directive 2003/97/EC | 1 Field of view requirements do not apply to optional mirrors. | |
| Component: Directive 2003/97/EC | 2 In the case of an armoured vehicle, exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permitted where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. | |
| Vehicle: The technical provisions of Directive 2003/97/EC, Annex III. | 2 In the case of an armoured vehicle, exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permitted where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. | |
| 9 Braking | 9 Braking | 9 Braking |
| 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. | The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. | |
| 10 Electro-magnetic Compatibility | 10 Electro-magnetic Compatibility | 10 Electro-magnetic Compatibility |
| Component: Directive 72/245/EEC as last amended by Directive 2006/28/EC. | ||
| Vehicle: The technical provisions of 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. | ||
| 13 Anti-Theft and, if fitted, Alarm system and Immobiliser | 13 Anti-Theft and, if fitted, Alarm system and Immobiliser | 13 Anti-Theft and, if fitted, Alarm system and Immobiliser |
| 1 The technical provisions of: Directive 74/61/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/56/EC. | Immobilisers, if fitted, must be approved as part of the base vehicle or as a separate technical unit. | |
| 2 Optional panic alarm not forming part of an alarm system under paragraph 1 must comply with the following— (a) the alarm signal must be audible and in addition may include optical alarm devices, or be a radio alarm, or any combination of the above; (b) the technical requirements of Directive 74/61/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/56/EC, Annex VI, Part II, paragraphs 8.2 to 8.8, 9.1.2 to 9.2.1, 9.2.3 to 9.4, 9.6, 9.9 to 9.10, and 9.11.2 to 11 inclusive; (c) unsetting the panic alarm must immediately cut the alarm signal. | Alarms, except those mentioned in column 1 paragraph 2, must be approved as part of the base vehicle or as a separate technical unit. | |
| 14 Protective Steering | 14 Protective Steering | 14 Protective Steering |
| The technical provisions of: Directive 74/297/EEC as last amended by Directive 91/662/EEC, Annex I, paragraph 5. | This item does not apply to— (a) vehicles with a maximum permissible mass exceeding 1500kg; (b) armoured vehicles. | |
| 15 Seat Strength | 15 Seat Strength | 15 Seat Strength |
| The technical provisions of: Directive 74/408/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/39/EC. | 1 In the case of a special purpose vehicle the requirements in column 1 do not apply to seats intended for use solely while the vehicle is stationary and any such seats must be clearly identified to users by means of a pictogram or a sign with appropriate text. | |
| The technical provisions of: Directive 74/408/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/39/EC. | 2 The provisions of paragraph 2 of Article 1 to Directive 2005/39/EC do not apply. | |
| 17 Speedometer and Reverse Gear | 17 Speedometer and Reverse Gear | 17 Speedometer and Reverse Gear |
| The technical provisions of Directive 75/443/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/39/EC, Annex I and Annex II, paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2, Or— (a) for all true speeds up to the design speed of the vehicle, the true speed must not exceed the indicated speed; (b) for all true speeds of between 25 mph and 70 mph (or the maximum speed if lower), the difference between the indicated speed and the true speed must not exceed (V/10 + 6.25) mph where V = the true speed. | ||
| 18 Plates (statutory) | 18 Plates (statutory) | 18 Plates (statutory) |
| The technical provisions of: Directive 76/114/EEC as last amended by Directive 78/507/EEC, and where the vehicle is the subject of a multi stage build a plate is required on completion of each stage as appropriate. | ||
| 19 Seat Belt Anchorages | 19 Seat Belt Anchorages | 19 Seat Belt Anchorages |
| The technical provisions of: Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC. | 1 In the case of a special purpose vehicle— (a) the requirements in column 1 do not apply to seats intended for use solely while the vehicle is stationary, and (b) any seats which are not for use when travelling on a road must be clearly identified to users by means of a pictogram or a sign with appropriate text. | |
| The technical provisions of: Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC. | 2 In the case of an armoured vehicle, exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permitted where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. | |
| 20 Installation of Lighting and Light Signalling Devices | 20 Installation of Lighting and Light Signalling Devices | 20 Installation of Lighting and Light Signalling Devices |
| The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 48.03, and dipped beam headlamps must be designed for left hand rule of the road traffic. | In the case of an armoured vehicle or special purpose vehicle, exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permitted where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply provided that all mandatory lighting devices are fitted and that the geometric visibility is not affected. | |
| 21 Retro Reflectors | 21 Retro Reflectors | 21 Retro Reflectors |
| UNECE Regulation 3 or UNECE Regulation 150. | ||
| 22 End-outline, Front-Position (side), Rear-Position (side), Stop, Side Marker, Daytime Running Lamps | 22 End-outline, Front-Position (side), Rear-Position (side), Stop, Side Marker, Daytime Running Lamps | 22 End-outline, Front-Position (side), Rear-Position (side), Stop, Side Marker, Daytime Running Lamps |
| UNECE Regulation 7 or UNECE Regulation 148. | ||
| 23 Direction Indicators | 23 Direction Indicators | 23 Direction Indicators |
| UNECE Regulation 6 or UNECE Regulation 148. | ||
| 24 Rear registration Plate Lamps | 24 Rear registration Plate Lamps | 24 Rear registration Plate Lamps |
| UNECE Regulation 4 or UNECE Regulation 148. | ||
| 25 Headlamps (including bulbs) | 25 Headlamps (including bulbs) | 25 Headlamps (including bulbs) |
| UNECE Regulation 8, UNECE Regulation 20, UNECE Regulation 31, UNECE Regulation 98, UNECE Regulation 112, UNECE Regulation 123 or UNECE Regulation 149. | ||
| 25A Cornering Lamps (where fitted) | 25A Cornering Lamps (where fitted) | 25A Cornering Lamps (where fitted) |
| UNECE Regulation 119 or UNECE Regulation 149. | ||
| 26 Front Fog Lamps (where fitted) | 26 Front Fog Lamps (where fitted) | 26 Front Fog Lamps (where fitted) |
| UNECE Regulation 19 or UNECE Regulation 149. | ||
| 27 Towing Hooks | 27 Towing Hooks | 27 Towing Hooks |
| The technical provisions of: Annex II to Directive 77/389/EEC[^f00094] as last amended by Directive 96/64/EC[^f00095]. | In the case of an armoured vehicle or special purpose vehicle, exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permitted where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. | |
| 28 Rear fog Lamps | 28 Rear fog Lamps | 28 Rear fog Lamps |
| UNECE Regulation 38 or UNECE Regulation 148. | ||
| 29 Reversing Lamps | 29 Reversing Lamps | 29 Reversing Lamps |
| UNECE Regulation 23 or UNECE Regulation 148. | ||
| 30 Parking Lamps (where fitted) | 30 Parking Lamps (where fitted) | 30 Parking Lamps (where fitted) |
| UNECE Regulation 7 or UNECE Regulation 148. | ||
| 31 Seat Belts | 31 Seat Belts | 31 Seat Belts |
| The technical provisions of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. | 1 In the case of a special purpose vehicle— (a) the requirements in column 1 do not apply to seats intended for use solely while the vehicle is stationary, and (b) any seats which are not for use when travelling on a road must be clearly identified to users by means of a pictogram or a sign with appropriate text. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. | 2 In the case of an armoured vehicle, exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permitted where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. | 3 Seat belts which have been specially designed or adapted for use by an adult or young person suffering from some physical or mental impairment and intended for use solely by such person are exempt. (Note: Seat belt anchorages for such belts must satisfy the requirements of item 19.) | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. | 4 A seat belt bearing an approval mark in accordance with column 1 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 of column 1. | |
| 33 Identification of Controls, Tell-tales and Indicators | 33 Identification of Controls, Tell-tales and Indicators | 33 Identification of Controls, Tell-tales and Indicators |
| The technical provisions of paragraph 5 of Annex I to Directive 78/316/EEC as last amended by Directive 93/91/EC[^f00096]. | ||
| 34 Defrost/Demist | 34 Defrost/Demist | 34 Defrost/Demist |
| Vehicles must be fitted with adequate defrosting and demisting devices. | “Adequate” means sufficiently effective to ensure adequate visibility through the windscreen under all conditions. | |
| 35 Wash/Wipe | 35 Wash/Wipe | 35 Wash/Wipe |
| Vehicles must be fitted with adequate washing and wiping devices. | “Adequate” means sufficiently effective to ensure adequate visibility through the windscreen under all conditions. | |
| 36 Heating Systems (if fitted) | 36 Heating Systems (if fitted) | 36 Heating Systems (if fitted) |
| The technical provisions of: Directive 2001/56/EC as last amended by 2006/119/EC, paragraph 3 of Annex II, and Annexes III, VII and VIII. | ||
| 41 Heavy Duty Emissions | 41 Heavy Duty Emissions | 41 Heavy Duty Emissions |
| 1 Directive 2005/55/EC as last amended by Directive 2006/51/EC, Annex I, and Row B2 limit values. | 1 Does not apply to vehicles approved under item 2. | |
| 2 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2018: Regulation (EC) No 595/2009 Annex I limit values. | 2 Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test. | |
| 45 Safety glass | 45 Safety glass | 45 Safety glass |
| Component: Directive 92/22/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/92/EC. | 1 Exclusions defined in paragraph 1 of Annex II to Directive 92/22/EEC as amended. | |
| Component: Directive 92/22/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/92/EC. | 2 Directive 92/22/EEC, Annex III, paragraphs 2.1.1 and 2.1.2 do not apply provided that driver’s forward vision is not distorted and that light transmission of at least 70% is maintained. | |
| Vehicle: The technical provisions of: Directive 92/22/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/92/EC. | 3 In the case of a special purpose vehicle, the requirements for all window glazing, other than the driver’s cab glazing (windshield and side glazing), the material may be either safety glass or rigid plastic glazing. | |
| Vehicle: The technical provisions of: Directive 92/22/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/92/EC. | 4 This item does not apply to armoured vehicles. | |
| 46 Tyres | 46 Tyres | 46 Tyres |
| Directive 92/23/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/11/EC, and UNECE Regulation 64.01 in the case of a temporary use spare tyre (if fitted). | In the case of an armoured vehicle exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permitted where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. | |
| 48 Masses and Dimensions | 48 Masses and Dimensions | 48 Masses and Dimensions |
| The technical provisions of: Directive 97/27/EC[^f00097] as last amended by Directive 2003/19/EC[^f00098], paragraph 7 of Annex I. | Directive 97/27/EC, Annex I, paragraphs 7.3.3, 7.5, 7.9, 7.10 and 7.11 do not apply. | |
| 49 External Projection of Cabs | 49 External Projection of Cabs | 49 External Projection of Cabs |
| The technical provisions of sections 3 and 4 of Annex I to Directive 92/114/EEC[^f00099]. | In the case of an armoured vehicle, exemption from one or more of the provisions in column 1 is permitted where it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that the special purpose of the vehicle makes it impossible to fully comply. | |
| 50 Couplings where fitted | 50 Couplings where fitted | 50 Couplings where fitted |
| Component: Directive 94/20/EC. | ||
| Vehicle: The technical provisions of Annex VII to Directive 94/20/EC. | ||
| 60 Frontal Protection Systems (“Bull-bars”) (where fitted) | 60 Frontal Protection Systems (“Bull-bars”) (where fitted) | 60 Frontal Protection Systems (“Bull-bars”) (where fitted) |
| The technical provisions of paragraphs 2 and 3 of Annex I to Directive 2005/66/EC and Commission Decision 2006/368/EC. | ||
| 69 Electrical Safety | 69 Electrical Safety | 69 Electrical Safety |
| Vehicle: The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 100.01. |
PART 4 — Requirements for vehicles of categories M2, M3, N2, N3 and O
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