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The Road Vehicles (Approval) Regulations 2020

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Publication 2020-08-03

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Column 1 Requirement	Column 2 Definitions and supplementary provisions	Column 3 Exemptions and modifications
The technical provisions of Directive 74/408/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/39/EC.		5 The tests specified in Appendix 1 and Appendix 2 of Annex II to Directive 74/408/EEC do not apply to a seat designed to provide a comparable level of safety.
The technical provisions of Directive 74/408/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/39/EC.		6 The provisions of paragraph 2 of Article 1 to Directive 2005/39/EC do not apply.
16 Exterior projections	16 Exterior projections	16 Exterior projections
1 The essential technical provisions of Directive 74/483/EEC as last amended by Directive 79/488/EC, Annex I, paragraphs 5, 6.2, 6.5.1, 6.11 and 6.14.	For the purposes of this item “extreme outer edge” and “external surface” have same meaning as in Directive 74/483/EEC.	1 Does not apply to goods vehicles of category N₁ or multi-purpose vehicles which are classed as M₁ by virtue of paragraph 10 of Part 1 of this Schedule.
2 Handles, hinges, push buttons and fuel tank filler caps must not project more than 40mm from the external surface unless they cannot under any circumstances project beyond the extreme outer edge of the vehicle, in which case they may project by up to 50mm from the external surface. All handles must be enclosed in a protective surround or be recessed, unless they cannot in any circumstances project beyond the extreme outer edge of the vehicle.	For the purposes of this item “extreme outer edge” and “external surface” have same meaning as in Directive 74/483/EEC.	2 The requirements according to the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply to the cab.
3 The open ends of door handles which rotate parallel to the plane of the door must be turned back towards the plane of the door. Such open ends must be directed rearwards unless the handles cannot under any circumstances project beyond the extreme outer edge of the vehicle and at least one of the following requirements is met— (a) the open end of the handle is shielded to the front by a protective surround, or (b) the open end of the handle is recessed into the vehicle bodywork, or (c) the gap measured laterally between the open end of the handle and the vehicle body is no more than 2mm when the handle is in its normal position with the door latched.	For the purposes of this item “extreme outer edge” and “external surface” have same meaning as in Directive 74/483/EEC.	3 Those parts of a motor caravan, ambulance or hearse, other than the driver’s cab, are exempt from any requirements of this item if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that it is impossible for the vehicle to comply due to its special purpose.
3 The open ends of door handles which rotate parallel to the plane of the door must be turned back towards the plane of the door. Such open ends must be directed rearwards unless the handles cannot under any circumstances project beyond the extreme outer edge of the vehicle and at least one of the following requirements is met— (a) the open end of the handle is shielded to the front by a protective surround, or (b) the open end of the handle is recessed into the vehicle bodywork, or (c) the gap measured laterally between the open end of the handle and the vehicle body is no more than 2mm when the handle is in its normal position with the door latched.	For the purposes of this item “extreme outer edge” and “external surface” have same meaning as in Directive 74/483/EEC.	4 An armoured vehicle is exempt from any requirement of this item if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that it is impossible for the vehicle to comply due to its special purpose.
3 The open ends of door handles which rotate parallel to the plane of the door must be turned back towards the plane of the door. Such open ends must be directed rearwards unless the handles cannot under any circumstances project beyond the extreme outer edge of the vehicle and at least one of the following requirements is met— (a) the open end of the handle is shielded to the front by a protective surround, or (b) the open end of the handle is recessed into the vehicle bodywork, or (c) the gap measured laterally between the open end of the handle and the vehicle body is no more than 2mm when the handle is in its normal position with the door latched.	For the purposes of this item “extreme outer edge” and “external surface” have same meaning as in Directive 74/483/EEC.	5 Does not apply to badges and other features of mass produced vehicles that cannot reasonably be removed or modified provided that such projections are blunted except that this exemption does not apply to— (a) an amateur-built vehicle, (b) a vehicle manufactured in very low volume, (c) a vehicle manufactured using parts of a registered vehicle, and (d) a rebuilt vehicle, as defined in Part I of this Schedule.
3 The open ends of door handles which rotate parallel to the plane of the door must be turned back towards the plane of the door. Such open ends must be directed rearwards unless the handles cannot under any circumstances project beyond the extreme outer edge of the vehicle and at least one of the following requirements is met— (a) the open end of the handle is shielded to the front by a protective surround, or (b) the open end of the handle is recessed into the vehicle bodywork, or (c) the gap measured laterally between the open end of the handle and the vehicle body is no more than 2mm when the handle is in its normal position with the door latched.	For the purposes of this item “extreme outer edge” and “external surface” have same meaning as in Directive 74/483/EEC.	6 Hood or tonneau cover press studs fitted to a convertible vehicle so long as they are blunted.
17 Speedometer and Reverse Gear	17 Speedometer and Reverse Gear	17 Speedometer and Reverse Gear
1 The technical provisions of Directive 75/443/EEC as last amended by Directive 97/39/EC, Annex I and Annex II, paragraph 4.		1 Annex II paragraphs 4.3 and 4.4 to Directive 75/443/EEC do not apply if the following requirements are met— (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 25mph and 70mph (or the maximum speed if lower), the difference between the indicated speed and the true speed must not exceed V/10 + 6.25mph where V = the true speed.
2 The vehicle must be fitted with a speedometer capable of indicating speed in mph at uniform intervals not exceeding 20 mph at all speeds up to maximum speed of the vehicle.		2 Annex II paragraph 4.2.1 to Directive 75/443/EEC applies only where the speedometer is marked in km/h.
18 Plates (statutory)	18 Plates (statutory)	18 Plates (statutory)
1 The technical provisions of: Directive 76/114/EEC as last amended by Directive 78/507/EEC.	“mass produced” means vehicles of the same family of types produced in numbers exceeding 500 per annum worldwide.	1 In the case of M₁ vehicles paragraphs 2.1.4 to 2.1.7 of the Annex to Directive 76/114/EEC do not apply.
2 Where the vehicle is the subject of a multi-stage build a plate is required on completion of each stage as appropriate. Information which has not changed from the base of the vehicle plate does not need to be marked on subsequent plates, except the vehicle identification number must be marked on every plate.	“mass produced” means vehicles of the same family of types produced in numbers exceeding 500 per annum worldwide.	2 Where a vehicle is mass produced the following may apply— (a) the information on the plate required in column 1 may be on separate plates provided that the plates are fitted as close as possible to each other in a clearly visible position and every plate is marked with the vehicle identification number, and (b) the vehicle identification number may be marked in characters less than 4mm in height.
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, and in the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle the requirements in Section 2 of this Part.		1 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance or hearse, with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
The technical provisions of Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC, and in the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle the requirements in Section 2 of this Part.		2 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, hearse or other 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 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC, and in the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle the requirements in Section 2 of this Part.		3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance or hearse, at least anchorages for lap belts are required for all rear seating positions.
The technical provisions of Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC, and in the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle the requirements in Section 2 of this Part.		4 In the case of armoured vehicles exemption from any requirement of this item is permitted if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that it is impossible for the vehicle to comply due to its special purpose.
The technical provisions of Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC, and in the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle the requirements in Section 2 of this Part.		5 Tests need not be performed provided that the vehicle is designed to meet the strength characteristics equivalent to those needed to satisfy the requirements of this item.
20 Installation of Lighting and Light Signalling Devices	20 Installation of Lighting and Light Signalling Devices	20 Installation of Lighting and Light Signalling Devices
1 The essential technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 48.03.		1 Paragraphs 6.2.6.2 and 6.2.6.3 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 (headlamp levelling) do not apply except where dipped beam headlamps with light sources having an objective luminous flux which exceed 2000 lumen are fitted.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		2 The requirements relating to S3 devices in paragraph 6.7 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 do not apply.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		3 In the case of a rear direction indicator which is one of a number of lamps having a common housing and fitted to a left-hand drive vehicle, paragraph 6.5.4.1 of UNECE regulation 48 applies as if for “400mm” there were substituted “480mm”.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		4 Exemption from one or more of the technical requirements is permitted for a special purpose vehicle where the special purpose makes it impossible to fully comply provided that all mandatory devices are installed and geometric visibility is unaffected.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		5 For vehicles with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply to the cab.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		6 In the case of armoured vehicles exemption from any requirement of this item is permitted if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that it is impossible for the vehicle to comply due to its special purpose and provided that all mandatory lighting devices are installed and that the geometric visibility is not affected.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		7 Paragraph 6.7.2.1 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 is to be read as if it also applied to category M₁ and N₁ vehicles.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		8 In paragraph 5.15 of UNECE Regulation 48.03, the text specifying the colour of the side marker lamp is to be read as if the words following the word “red” were deleted.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		9 Paragraph 6.3.4.1 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 does not apply.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		10 Paragraphs 6.9.2 and 6.10.2 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 are to be read as if the word “two” were replaced by “two or four”.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		11 In paragraph 5.15 of UNECE Regulation 48.03, the text specifying the colour of the end outline marker lamp is to be substituted by “white or amber in front, red at the rear”.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		12 In the case of a left hand drive vehicle where the requirements of UNECE Regulation 48.03, paragraph 6.18.7 are met, paragraph 6.5.4.1 is amended so that for “400mm”, representing the distance from the extreme edge of the vehicle, substitute “510mm”.
2 Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.		13 In the case of a left hand drive vehicle where the headlamp height above the ground as specified in paragraph 6.2.4.2 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 does not exceed 850mm, the requirement in paragraph 6.2.9 for headlamp cleaning does not apply.
21 Retro Reflectors	21 Retro Reflectors	21 Retro Reflectors
UNECE Regulation 3 or UNECE Regulation 150.	For the purposes of this item— “coefficient of luminous intensity” has the same meaning as in UNECE Regulation 3.02;	This item, in so far as it requires any reflector or device to bear a particular standard mark (or one of two or more standard marks), does not apply if the device meets the standards as to coefficient of luminous intensity, of the instrument to which the standard mark (or as the case may be one of those standard marks) relates.
UNECE Regulation 3 or UNECE Regulation 150.	“standard mark” means a mark which when applied to a lamp, reflector or device, indicates compliance with the requirements of a particular instrument; and a reference to the instrument to which a standard mark relates is to be construed accordingly.	This item, in so far as it requires any reflector or device to bear a particular standard mark (or one of two or more standard marks), does not apply if the device meets the standards as to coefficient of luminous intensity, of the instrument to which the standard mark (or as the case may be one of those standard marks) relates.
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.	For the purposes of this item, “standard mark” means a mark which when applied to a lamp, reflector or device, indicates compliance with the requirements of a particular instrument, and a reference to the instrument to which a standard mark relates is to be construed accordingly.	This item, in so far as it requires any lamp or device (including a filament lamp) to bear a particular standard mark (or one of two or more standard marks), does not apply if the device meets the standards as to luminous intensity of the instrument to which the standard mark (or as the case may be one of those standard marks) relates.
23 Direction Indicators	23 Direction Indicators	23 Direction Indicators
UNECE Regulation 6 or UNECE Regulation 148.	As item 22.	As item 22.
24 Rear registration Plate Lamps	24 Rear registration Plate Lamps	24 Rear registration Plate Lamps
UNECE Regulation 4 or UNECE Regulation 148.	As item 22.	As item 22.
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.	As item 22.	As item 22.
25A Cornering Lamps (where fitted)	25A Cornering Lamps (where fitted)	25A Cornering Lamps (where fitted)
UNECE Regulation 119 or UNECE Regulation 149.	As item 22.	As item 22.
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.	As item 22.	As item 22.
28 Rear fog Lamps	28 Rear fog Lamps	28 Rear fog Lamps
UNECE Regulation 38 or UNECE Regulation 148.	As item 22.	As item 22.
29 Reversing Lamps	29 Reversing Lamps	29 Reversing Lamps
UNECE Regulation 23 or UNECE Regulation 148.	As item 22.	As item 22.
30 Parking Lamps (where fitted)	30 Parking Lamps (where fitted)	30 Parking Lamps (where fitted)
UNECE Regulation 7 or UNECE Regulation 148.	As item 22.	As item 22.
31 Seat Belts	31 Seat Belts	31 Seat Belts
The technical requirement of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC, or a harness belt marked BS3254: Part 1: 1988.	For the purposes of this item— “adult belt” means a seat belt for an adult not being a disabled person’s belt;	1 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
	“harness belt” means an adult belt which is a harness belt comprising a lap belt and shoulder straps.	2 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, hearse, or other 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.
		3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, at least lap belts are required for all year round seating positions.
		4 In the case of armoured vehicles exemption from any requirement of this item is permitted if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that it is impossible for the vehicle to comply due to its special purpose.
		5 This item does not apply to an adult belt fitted to a vehicle, if the belt provides a level of safety equivalent to that provided by an adult belt which complies with the requirements of column 1.
		6 Seat belts which have been specially designed or adapted for use by an adult or young person who has a physical or mental impairment, and intended for use solely by such person are exempt. (Note: Seat belt anchorages for such belts shall satisfy the requirements of item 19.)
		7 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.
32 Forward vision	32 Forward vision	32 Forward vision
The driver must have a clear and un-obscured view of the road ahead and to the side (180o forward).
33 Identification of Controls, Tell-tales and Indicator	33 Identification of Controls, Tell-tales and Indicator	33 Identification of Controls, Tell-tales and Indicator
The technical provisions of paragraph 5 of Annex I to Directive 78/316/EEC as last amended by Directive 94/53/EC, or the symbols (including the colour of tell-tales when their presence is required) mentioned in Annex II of Directive 78/316 as last amended by Directive 94/53/EC must be designed in accordance with Standard ISO 2575.		Instead of complying with column 1 it is sufficient for symbols or text, where fitted, to provide the driver with understandable information about the operation of the control in question.
34 Defrost/Demist	34 Defrost/Demist	34 Defrost/Demist
Vehicles must be fitted with adequate de-frosting 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, Annex II, paragraph 3, excluding paragraph 3.1.
37 Wheel guards	37 Wheel guards	37 Wheel guards
The technical provisions of Directive 78/549/EEC, Annex I as last amended by Directive 94/78/EC.		1 Does not apply to a vehicle of category N₁.
The technical provisions of Directive 78/549/EEC, Annex I as last amended by Directive 94/78/EC.		2 Paragraph 3 of Annex I to Directive 78/549/EEC does not apply.
The technical provisions of Directive 78/549/EEC, Annex I as last amended by Directive 94/78/EC.		3 The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
38 Head Restraints	38 Head Restraints	38 Head Restraints
The technical provisions of Directive 78/932/EEC.		1 Does not apply to a vehicle of category N₁.
The technical provisions of Directive 78/932/EEC.		2 Does not apply to head restraints which comply with item 15.
The technical provisions of Directive 78/932/EEC.		3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
The technical provisions of Directive 78/932/EEC.		4 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, or other 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 78/932/EEC.		5 Does not apply to a seat which is a wheelchair.
41 Heavy Duty Emissions	41 Heavy Duty Emissions	41 Heavy Duty Emissions
1 The technical provisions of Directive 88/77/EEC¹²⁴ as last amended by Directive 91/542/EEC¹²⁵ Row B limit values.		1 Does not apply to vehicles approved under item 2 or, in the case of a compression ignition engine, item 11.
2 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2001: Directive 88/77/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/96/EC¹²⁶ Row A limit values.		2 The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
3 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2006: Directive 88/77/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/96/EC Row B1 limit values.		3 Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.
4 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2009: Directive 88/77/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/96/EC Row B2 limit values.		4 In the case of armoured vehicles exemption from any requirement of this item is permitted if it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the approval authority that it is impossible for the vehicle to comply due to its special purpose.
5 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2018: Regulation (EC) No 595/2009 Annex I limit values.
44 Masses & dimensions (cars)	44 Masses & dimensions (cars)	44 Masses & dimensions (cars)
The essential technical requirements of Directive 92/21/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/48/EC.		1 Does not apply to a goods vehicle of category N₁.
The essential technical requirements of Directive 92/21/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/48/EC.		2 For motor caravans, in paragraph 3.1.1.2 of Annex II to Directive 92/21, for “2500mm” substituted “2600mm”.
The essential technical requirements of Directive 92/21/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/48/EC.		3 Paragraphs 3.1.1.3 and 3.3.3 of Annex II to Directive 92/21/EEC do not apply.
The essential technical requirements of Directive 92/21/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/48/EC.		4 In the case of wheelchair accessible vehicles, for the purpose of calculations, the mass of the wheelchair including the user is assumed to be 100kg. The mass must be concentrated at the H point of the three dimensional machine.
45 Safety glass	45 Safety glass	45 Safety glass
Component: UNECE Regulation 43.00.		UNECE Regulation 43, Annex 21, paragraphs 4.1.2 and 4.1.3 do not apply provided that driver’s forward vision is not distorted and that light transmission of at least 70% is maintained (60% in the case of armoured vehicles).
Vehicle: The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 43.00, Annex 21.		UNECE Regulation 43, Annex 21, paragraphs 4.1.2 and 4.1.3 do not apply provided that driver’s forward vision is not distorted and that light transmission of at least 70% is maintained (60% in the case of armoured vehicles).
46 Tyres	46 Tyres	46 Tyres
Component: The provisions of 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).		1 Annex V of Directive 92/23/EEC does not apply to vehicles manufactured before 1st October 2011.
Vehicle Installation: The technical provisions of Annex IV to Directive 92/23/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/11/EC.		2 The requirements of column 1 do not apply to a tyre fitted to a vehicle, if the tyre provides a level of safety equivalent to a tyre that meets the requirements of column 1 which refer to the “component” element.
48 Masses and Dimensions	48 Masses and Dimensions	48 Masses and Dimensions
The technical provisions of Directive 97/27/EC as last amended by Directive 2003/19/EC, paragraph 7 of Annex I.		1 Does not apply to a passenger vehicle of category M₁.
The technical provisions of Directive 97/27/EC as last amended by Directive 2003/19/EC, paragraph 7 of Annex I.		2 Directive 97/27/EC, Annex I, paragraphs 7.5, 7.8.3, 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 essential technical provisions of: sections 3 and 4 of Annex I to Directive 92/114/EEC.		Does not apply to a passenger vehicle of category M₁ with the exception of vehicles which are classed as M₁ by virtue of paragraph 10 of Schedule 2, Part 1.
The essential technical provisions of: sections 3 and 4 of Annex I to Directive 92/114/EEC.		Does not apply to badges and other features of mass produced vehicles that cannot reasonably be removed or modified provided that such projections are blunted.
50 Couplings (if fitted)	50 Couplings (if fitted)	50 Couplings (if fitted)
Coupling device: The technical provisions of: Annex VII to Directive 94/20/EC.		1 In the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle, irrespective of mass or a motor caravan, ambulance or hearse with a maximum mass equal to or exceeding 2500kg the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
Vehicle Installation: Securely attached to structural parts of the vehicle and in such a position to allow the safe functioning and operation of the coupling.		2 Does not apply to couplings fitted as original equipment to mass produced vehicles which are compatible with trailer coupling devices complying with requirements of column 1.
60 Frontal Protection Systems (“Bull-bars”) (if fitted)	60 Frontal Protection Systems (“Bull-bars”) (if fitted)	60 Frontal Protection Systems (“Bull-bars”) (if fitted)
Directive 2005/66/EC
69 Electrical Safety	69 Electrical Safety	69 Electrical Safety
Vehicle: The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 100.01.		For a vehicle with batteries with maximum voltage 48V—only compliance with the essential technical requirements of UNECE Regulation 100.00 is required.
70 General Construction	70 General Construction	70 General Construction
1 All aspects of the design and construction of the vehicle and its equipment which are not covered by other subject matters in this Schedule, must be such that no danger is caused or likely to be caused to any person in the vehicle or on a road.
2 In particular, under normal conditions likely to be encountered while the vehicle is being driven on a road, including when the vehicle is loaded to its maximum gross weight and the axle weight of any one axle equals its maximum permitted axle weight— (a) it must be possible to control the vehicle safely, taking account of the vehicle’s speed and acceleration capabilities; (b) the clearance between any of the following parts of the vehicle, namely the tyres, wheels, other rotating components associated with the transmission of engine power or braking, moveable parts of the steering mechanism and fixed parts must be sufficient to ensure no risk of fouling and the wheels and wheel fixings shall be compatible; (c) the vehicle structure (chassis or integral chassis-body) must be designed and constructed so as to withstand the forces and vibration to which it is likely to be subject; (d) all entries and exits provided for the vehicle occupants (other than doors) must be so designed so as to allow easy and safe use; (e) all aperture covers (other than doors) including tail gates, boot and bonnet lids, must be capable of being securely latched in the fully closed position; (f) the steering, suspension, axles and wheels must be designed, constructed and fitted so as to withstand the forces and vibration to which they are likely to be subject; (g) the electrical system, including the battery, electrical components and wires, must be securely attached to the vehicle. In particular, the maximum distance between attachments of wires, except those contained within hollow components, must be 300mm and wires must be fitted and protected so as to avoid the risk of damage to insulation, such as abrasion. All components must be constructed and fitted so as to minimise the risk of corrosion and fire; (h) no part of the inside or outside of the vehicle should have high surface temperatures likely to cause injury to persons travelling in or entering or exiting the vehicle unless adequately protected.

CHAPTER 2

SECTION 1

Wheelchair spaces

1

Any wheelchair space must be fitted with the following—

(a) a wheelchair and wheelchair user restraint system complying with item 19A of the Type Approval Regulation, Annex II, Part III, Appendix 3, or

(b) a restraint system comprising—

(i) a four point wheelchair tie-down system suitable for general wheelchair application, and

(ii) a wheelchair user restraint system comprising a minimum of three anchorage points to provide a pelvic and upper torso restraint system.

Wheelchair tie-down devices

2

All wheelchair tie-down devices must comply with ISO 10542 and be marked accordingly.

Location and geometry of anchorages

3

The geometry of the wheelchair tie-down and occupant restraint system anchorages and webbing must comply with ISO 10542. A surrogate wheelchair as defined in ISO 10542 or equivalent must be used for this purpose.

Testing of restraint system anchorages

4

(1) A static test shall be conducted on the anchorage points for both the wheelchair tie-downs and occupant restraints in accordance with the following requirements—

(a) The tests must be conducted on a vehicle or a representative section of a vehicle structure including any vehicle fittings that are likely to contribute to the strength or rigidity of the structure,

(b) The forces specified in paragraph 5 below must be applied by means of a surrogate wheelchair of adequate strength as defined in ISO 10542, or equivalent, with attachment points for the front and rear tie-downs and reproducing the geometry of the wheelchair tie-down system,

(c) The forces specified in paragraph 6 below must be applied by means of a traction device specified in paragraph 5.3.4 of Annex I to Directive 76/115/EEC as amended by Directive 96/38/EC and supported on the surrogate wheelchair defined in (b) above;

(d) The forces in sub-paragraphs (b) and (c) above must be applied simultaneously in the forward direction at an angle of 10° ± 5° above the horizontal plane. The force in (b) must be applied at a height of not less than 200 mm and not more than 300 mm measured vertically above the floor of the wheelchair space;

(e) The force in paragraph 5(b) must be applied in the rearward direction at an angle of 10° ± 5° above the horizontal plane at a height of not less than 200 mm and not more than 300 mm measured vertically above the floor of the wheelchair space;

(f) All forces must be applied as rapidly as possible through the central vertical axis of the wheelchair and wheelchair space;

(g) All forces must be maintained for a period of not less than 0.2 seconds.

(2) For test purposes the components comprising the wheelchair tie-down and occupant restraint devices may be replaced with components suitable for test purposes having a similar function.

Forces applied to a wheelchair tie-down system

5

The force applied to the surrogate wheelchair—

(a) in the forward direction to be 24.50 kN;

(b) in the rearward direction to be 12.25 kN.

Forces applied to an occupant restraint system

6

The forces must be those specified in paragraph 5.4 of Annex I to Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 96/38/EC.

Anchorage system performance

7

The anchorages will meet the test performance requirements if—

(a) no part of the system has failed, or become detached during the test;

(b) no part of the anchorage system has deformed to such an extent that sharp edges or protrusion may cause injury.

SECTION 2

Instead of complying with Section 1 an alternative wheelchair tie-down system, docking system or occupant restraint system may be fitted. This may include a rearward facing wheelchair arrangement with appropriate safety features. Evidence must be provided to the approval authority that the system offers an equivalent level of occupant protection for the wheelchair user.

PART 3 — Requirements for Part 3 vehicles

Column 1 Requirement	Column 2 Definitions and supplementary provisions	Column 3 Exemptions and modifications
1 Noise	1 Noise	1 Noise
Directive 70/157/EEC, as last amended by Directive 92/97/EEC¹²⁷, Annex I, paragraph 5.	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.
Directive 70/157/EEC, as last amended by Directive 92/97/EEC¹²⁷, Annex I, paragraph 5.	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 The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
Directive 70/157/EEC, as last amended by Directive 92/97/EEC¹²⁷, Annex I, paragraph 5.	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 Where evidence of compliance has been provided, subsequent modification to the exhaust system will be permitted provided— (a) it is downstream of any emissions control device (eg a catalyst), and (b) the emission control device and silencer are identical to that fitted at the time compliance was demonstrated.
Directive 70/157/EEC, as last amended by Directive 92/97/EEC¹²⁷, Annex I, paragraph 5.	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.	4 In the case of wheelchair accessible vehicles for which an approval or test report has been issued prior to modification of the exhaust system, a Stationary Noise Test is permitted.
2Light Duty Emissions	2Light Duty Emissions	2Light Duty Emissions
1 Directive 70/220/EEC¹²⁸ as last amended by Directive 94/12/EC¹²⁹, Annex I, paragraph 5.	“OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic systems, as defined in paragraph 2.13 of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC or paragraph 9 of Article 3 to Regulation (EC) No 715/2007.	1 Vehicles are exempt from the requirements of OBD.
2 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2001: Directive 70/220/EEC as last amended by Directive 98/69/EC¹³⁰, Annex I, paragraph 5 (Row A limits).	“OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic systems, as defined in paragraph 2.13 of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC or paragraph 9 of Article 3 to Regulation (EC) No 715/2007.	2 Does not apply to vehicles approved to item 41.
3 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2006: Directive 70/220/EEC as last amended by Directive 98/69/EC Annex I, paragraph 5 (Row B limits).	“OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic systems, as defined in paragraph 2.13 of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC or paragraph 9 of Article 3 to Regulation (EC) No 715/2007.	3 Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.
4 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2012: Regulation (EC) 715/2007, Annex I, Table 1.	“OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic systems, as defined in paragraph 2.13 of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC or paragraph 9 of Article 3 to Regulation (EC) No 715/2007.	4 In the case of a completed vehicle, the requirements according to the category and date of completion of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
5 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2016: Regulation (EC) 715/2007 Annex I, Table 2.	“OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic systems, as defined in paragraph 2.13 of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC or paragraph 9 of Article 3 to Regulation (EC) No 715/2007.	5 An approval issued to the most representative base vehicle remains valid irrespective of change in the reference mass or aerodynamic performance.
6 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured after 1st December 2018 in the case of M₁ vehicles and 1st December 2019 otherwise: the technical provisions of Annex XXI to Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP).	“OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic systems, as defined in paragraph 2.13 of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC or paragraph 9 of Article 3 to Regulation (EC) No 715/2007.	6 In the case of wheelchair accessible vehicles— (a) the modification of the exhaust system is permitted without any further test provided the emission control devices including particulate filters (if any) are now not affected, and (b) no new evaporative test is required on the modified vehicle on condition that the evaporative control devices are kept as fitted by the manufacturer of the base vehicle.
6 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured after 1st December 2018 in the case of M₁ vehicles and 1st December 2019 otherwise: the technical provisions of Annex XXI to Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP).	“OBD” means On-Board Diagnostic systems, as defined in paragraph 2.13 of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC or paragraph 9 of Article 3 to Regulation (EC) No 715/2007.	7 Diesel passenger vehicles manufactured before 1st January 2003 with a maximum permissible weight exceeding 2000kg, which have either more than 6 seats including the driver, or comply with the definition of an MIG (Off-Road vehicle as defined in Directive 2007/46/EC) are to be treated as a vehicle of category N₁.
9 Braking	9 Braking	9 Braking
1 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 1990: Directive 98/12/EC, Annex I, paragraph 2.1.1.3 (requirements for asbestos-free brake linings only).		1 The requirements in column 1 for the driver to be able to operate the service braking system while keeping both hands on the steering control, and the secondary braking system while keeping at least one hand on the steering control, do not apply to a disabled person’s vehicle, so long as the vehicle is adapted for a disabled driver to enable him to control the steering at all times while operating either braking system.
2 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st April 1995: Directive 71/320/EEC, Annex I, paragraph 2.		2 The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
3 Vehicles manufactured on or after 31st March 2001: Directive 71/320/EEC as last amended by Directive 98/12/EC, Annex I, paragraph 2 (all requirements) and Annex II.		3 Evidence of compliance with column 1 remains valid where brake transmissions lines are repositioned.
13 Anti-Theft and Immobiliser	13 Anti-Theft and Immobiliser	13 Anti-Theft and Immobiliser
Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 1998: Directive 74/61/EEC, as last amended by Directive 95/56/EC, Annex V (electronic immobiliser), and Annex VI (alarm system).	Immobilisers must be approved as part of the base vehicle or as a separate technical unit.	1 The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
	Alarms must be approved as part of the base vehicle or as a separate technical unit.	2 In the case of a panic alarm not forming part of an alarm system specified in column 1 the requirements of item 13 of Part 2 of this Schedule apply.
14 Protective Steering	14 Protective Steering	14 Protective Steering
Directive 74/297/EEC as last amended by Directive 91/662/EEC, Annex I, paragraphs 5 and 6.		1 This item does not apply to— (a) vehicles complying with the requirements of item 53; (b) vehicles of category N₁ with a maximum permissible mass exceeding 1500kg.
Directive 74/297/EEC as last amended by Directive 91/662/EEC, Annex I, paragraphs 5 and 6.		2 The requirements of this item do not apply to a disabled persons’ vehicle insofar as the adaptation prevents the vehicle from complying with any of the requirements of this item, except that this exemption does not apply where such adaptations can easily be removed, if necessary with the use of tools, and in which case evidence of compliance before the vehicle was adapted is required.
Directive 74/297/EEC as last amended by Directive 91/662/EEC, Annex I, paragraphs 5 and 6.		3 The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
19 Seat Belt Anchorages	19 Seat Belt Anchorages	19 Seat Belt Anchorages
1 Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 90/629/EEC¹³¹, Annex 1, paragraphs 4 and 5.		1 In the case of other special purpose vehicles, 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.
2 Vehicles manufactured on or after 29th April 2009: Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC.		2 In the case of a disabled person’s vehicle adapted by a person other than the base vehicle manufacturer, any seat belt anchorage points fitted by that person may comply instead with the requirements of item 19 of Part 2 of this Schedule.
3 In the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle the requirements of this item are substituted by item 19 of Part 2 of this Schedule.		2 In the case of a disabled person’s vehicle adapted by a person other than the base vehicle manufacturer, any seat belt anchorage points fitted by that person may comply instead with the requirements of item 19 of Part 2 of this Schedule.
31 Seat Belts	31 Seat Belts	31 Seat Belts
1 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st July 1997: Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 90/628/EEC¹³², Annex I, paragraphs 3.1 to 3.1.9 and 3.2.1 to 3.2.2.4.		1 In the case of other special purpose, 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.
2 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 1999: Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 96/36/EC¹³³, Annex I, paragraphs 3.1 to 3.1.10, 3.1.11, 3.1.12 and 3.2.1 to 3.2.2.5.		2 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.
3 Vehicles manufactured on or after 29th April 2009: Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC.		(Note: Seat belt anchorages for such belts must satisfy the requirements of item 19.)
3 Vehicles manufactured on or after 29th April 2009: Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC.		3 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.
41Heavy Duty Emissions	41Heavy Duty Emissions	41Heavy Duty Emissions
1 Directive 88/77/EEC as last amended by Directive 91/542/EEC Row B limit values.		1 Does not apply to vehicles approved to item 2.
2 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2001: Directive 88/77/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/96/EC Row A limit values.		2 In the case of a completed vehicle the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
3 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2006: Directive 88/77/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/96/EC Row B1 limit values.		3 Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.
4 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2009: Directive 88/77/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/96/EC Row B2 limit values.		3 Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.
5 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2018: Regulation (EC) No 595/2009 Annex I limit values.		3 Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.
53 Frontal impact	53 Frontal impact	53 Frontal impact
Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2003: Directive 96/79/EC, Annex II, paragraph 3.		1 Category N₁ vehicles and vehicles with a maximum mass exceeding 2500kg are exempt.
Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2003: Directive 96/79/EC, Annex II, paragraph 3.		2 The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2003: Directive 96/79/EC, Annex II, paragraph 3.		3 For wheelchair accessible vehicles, and disabled person’s vehicles, the vehicle is not required to comply in respect of an adaptation for a disabled person affecting the “frontal impact”. Evidence of compliance of the unadapted vehicle is required.
54 Side impact	54 Side impact	54 Side impact
Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2003: Directive 96/27/EC¹³⁴, Annex II, paragraph 3.		1 Does not apply to vehicles where the R point of the lowest seat is more than 700mm above the ground.
Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2003: Directive 96/27/EC¹³⁴, Annex II, paragraph 3.		2 The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.
Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2003: Directive 96/27/EC¹³⁴, Annex II, paragraph 3.		3 For wheelchair accessible vehicles, and disabled person’s vehicles, the vehicle is not required to comply in respect of an adaptation for a disabled person affecting the “side impact”. Evidence of compliance of the unadapated vehicle is required.
69 Electrical Safety	69 Electrical Safety	69 Electrical Safety
Vehicle: The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 100.01.

PART 4 — Requirements for other vehicles

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