LegalizeThe Road Vehicles (Approval) Regulations 2020
| 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, or for vehicles for which an approval or test report has been issued prior to modification of the exhaust system, a Stationary Noise Test is permitted. | A “Stationary Noise Test” means— (a) 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 which must not exceed 99dB(A) at 0.5m, and (b) in the case of vehicles having a maximum permissible mass exceeding 2800kg fitted with a modified air brake system, a test report in accordance with Annex 6 to UNECE Regulation 51 (except that this shall not apply if proprietary air brake silencers are fitted). | 1 Does not apply to category O vehicles. |
| The technical provisions of Annex I to Directive 70/157/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/101/EC, or for vehicles for which an approval or test report has been issued prior to modification of the exhaust system, a Stationary Noise Test is permitted. | A “Stationary Noise Test” means— (a) 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 which must not exceed 99dB(A) at 0.5m, and (b) in the case of vehicles having a maximum permissible mass exceeding 2800kg fitted with a modified air brake system, a test report in accordance with Annex 6 to UNECE Regulation 51 (except that this shall not apply if proprietary air brake silencers are fitted). | 2 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, or for vehicles for which an approval or test report has been issued prior to modification of the exhaust system, a Stationary Noise Test is permitted. | A “Stationary Noise Test” means— (a) 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 which must not exceed 99dB(A) at 0.5m, and (b) in the case of vehicles having a maximum permissible mass exceeding 2800kg fitted with a modified air brake system, a test report in accordance with Annex 6 to UNECE Regulation 51 (except that this shall not apply if proprietary air brake silencers are fitted). | 3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. |
| The technical provisions of Annex I to Directive 70/157/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/101/EC, or for vehicles for which an approval or test report has been issued prior to modification of the exhaust system, a Stationary Noise Test is permitted. | A “Stationary Noise Test” means— (a) 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 which must not exceed 99dB(A) at 0.5m, and (b) in the case of vehicles having a maximum permissible mass exceeding 2800kg fitted with a modified air brake system, a test report in accordance with Annex 6 to UNECE Regulation 51 (except that this shall not apply if proprietary air brake silencers are fitted). | 4 If a vehicle is type approved 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. |
| The technical provisions of Annex I to Directive 70/157/EEC as last amended by Directive 1999/101/EC, or for vehicles for which an approval or test report has been issued prior to modification of the exhaust system, a Stationary Noise Test is permitted. | A “Stationary Noise Test” means— (a) 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 which must not exceed 99dB(A) at 0.5m, and (b) in the case of vehicles having a maximum permissible mass exceeding 2800kg fitted with a modified air brake system, a test report in accordance with Annex 6 to UNECE Regulation 51 (except that this shall not apply if proprietary air brake silencers are fitted). | 5 In the case of a mobile crane, Directive 70/157/EEC as amended by Directive 1999/101/EC applies and for point 5.2.2.1 of Annex I the following limit values are applicable— 81 dB(A) for vehicles with an engine power of less than 75 kW; 83 dB(A) for vehicles with an engine power of not less than 75 kW but less than 150 kW; 84 dB(A) for vehicles with an engine power of not less than 150 kW. |
| 2 Light Duty Emissions | 2 Light Duty Emissions | 2 Light Duty Emissions |
| 1 Directive 70/220/EEC as last amended by Directive 94/12/EC, 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 Does not apply to category M₃, N₃ or O vehicles. |
| 2 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2001: Directive 70/220/EEC as last amended by Directive 98/69/EC, Annex I. | “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 Vehicles of category M₂ are excepted from the requirements of OBD. |
| 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 Does not apply to vehicles approved to item 41. |
| 4 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2012: Regulation (EC) No 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 Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test. |
| 5 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2016: Regulation (EC) No 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 In the case of a completed vehicle, the requirements according to the category and date of completion of the base or incomplete vehicles based on maximum mass may apply. |
| 6 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st March 2020: 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 An approval issued to the most representative base vehicle irrespective of change in reference weight or aerodynamic performance. |
| 6 Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st March 2020: 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 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 paragraphs 5 and 6 of Annex I to Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by Directive 2006/20/EC. | In the case of fuel tanks other than tanks for gaseous fuels— (a) tanks must comply with the requirements given in column 1 except that the approval or test report need not be for the same vehicle type, and (b) modifications to the pipework or relocation of a tank excluding modification of the tank, the cap/filler device or the venting device, may be accepted by the approval authority. | |
| 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 |
| 1 The technical provisions of paragraph 5 of Annex II to Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by Directive 2006/20/EC. | “Installation Check” means a check to confirm that the rear protective device as a separate technical unit is of a type— (a) for which an approval or test report has been issued, or (b) which has been tested and witnessed by the approval authority, or (c) for which calculations have been submitted to the satisfaction of the approval authority, together with a visual inspection that the device has been correctly installed in accordance with the technical requirements in paragraph 1 of column 1. | The requirement in column 1 for a rear protective device does not apply to category O₁ or O₂ vehicles. |
| 2 As an alternative to the installation requirements of paragraph 1 for a rear protective device fitted to a vehicle, an Installation Check. | ||
| 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, or in the case of a Manual or Power Assisted System, and where an approval or test report has been issued for that system prior to its modification, a test will be conducted to ensure no obvious defect or undue stiffness is evident. | “Manual or Power Assisted System” means: a system that will operate in the event of failure of any power supply or assistance. | |
| 6 Door latches and Hinges | 6 Door latches and Hinges | 6 Door latches and Hinges |
| The technical provisions of Directive 70/387/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/31/EC, Annex I, Paragraph 3, and where the maximum mass exceeds 7.5 tonnes, Annex III. | ||
| 7 Audible Warning | 7 Audible Warning | 7 Audible Warning |
| Component: Directive 70/388/EEC as last amended by Directive 87/354/EC. | An “Installation Check” means a check for the presence and operation of the device. | 1 Does not apply to category M₂, M₃ or O vehicles. |
| Vehicle: The technical provisions of paragraph 2 of Annex I to Directive 70/388/EEC as last amended by Directive 87/354/EC, or an Installation Check. | An “Installation Check” means a check for the presence and operation of the device. | 2 In the case of an armoured vehicle— (a) 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, and (b) additional panic alarm devices are permitted. |
| 8 Indirect Vision | 8 Indirect Vision | 8 Indirect Vision |
| Component: Directive 2003/97/EC | “Installation Check” means a check that the devices required in column 1 are fitted, bear an appropriate approval mark, are securely attached to the vehicle so as to minimise the effects of vibration and that the field of view requirements are met. | 1 Does not apply to category O vehicles. |
| Vehicle: 1 The technical provisions of Directive 2003/97/EC Annex III. | “Installation Check” means a check that the devices required in column 1 are fitted, bear an appropriate approval mark, are securely attached to the vehicle so as to minimise the effects of vibration and that the field of view requirements are met. | 2 Field of view requirements do not apply to optional mirrors. |
| 2 N₂ and N₃ vehicles manufactured after 1st April 2016: the technical provisions of paragraph 15 of UNECE Regulation 46.04 or an Installation Check. | “Installation Check” means a check that the devices required in column 1 are fitted, bear an appropriate approval mark, are securely attached to the vehicle so as to minimise the effects of vibration and that the field of view requirements are met. | 3 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. |
| 2 N₂ and N₃ vehicles manufactured after 1st April 2016: the technical provisions of paragraph 15 of UNECE Regulation 46.04 or an Installation Check. | “Installation Check” means a check that the devices required in column 1 are fitted, bear an appropriate approval mark, are securely attached to the vehicle so as to minimise the effects of vibration and that the field of view requirements are met. | 4 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. |
| 2 N₂ and N₃ vehicles manufactured after 1st April 2016: the technical provisions of paragraph 15 of UNECE Regulation 46.04 or an Installation Check. | “Installation Check” means a check that the devices required in column 1 are fitted, bear an appropriate approval mark, are securely attached to the vehicle so as to minimise the effects of vibration and that the field of view requirements are met. | 5 The vehicle requirements in column 1 paragraph 2 do not apply to vehicles where any part of the Class V mirror is below 2.4m above the ground. |
| 2 N₂ and N₃ vehicles manufactured after 1st April 2016: the technical provisions of paragraph 15 of UNECE Regulation 46.04 or an Installation Check. | “Installation Check” means a check that the devices required in column 1 are fitted, bear an appropriate approval mark, are securely attached to the vehicle so as to minimise the effects of vibration and that the field of view requirements are met. | 6 The requirements in column 1 paragraph 2 do not apply to vehicles where the incomplete vehicle is of a type that is type approved to Directive 2003/97/EC. |
| 9 Braking | 9 Braking | 9 Braking |
| 1 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. | A “Park Brake Test” means a test for category O₂ and (if fitted) O₁ trailers that the park brake meets the performance requirement of Directive 71/320/EEC, Annex II, paragraph 2.2.2. | 1 Does not apply to category O₁ vehicles except where a braking system is fitted. |
| 2 Category O₂ trailers and O₁ trailers fitted with an inertia type braking system may, as an alternative, comply with the following requirements— (a) technical reports to Directive 71/320/EEC, Annex VIII, Appendix 2 and 3; (b) a compatibility check to Annex VIII, Appendix 4; (c) the requirements of Annex I, paragraphs 2.2.2.9 and 2.2.2.10; (d) the technical requirements of Annex VIII, paragraphs 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 excluding drag force check; (e) a visual assessment to Annex VIII, paragraphs 4.1, and of the first sentence of paragraph 4.2; (f) a Park Brake Test. | A “Park Brake Test” means a test for category O₂ and (if fitted) O₁ trailers that the park brake meets the performance requirement of Directive 71/320/EEC, Annex II, paragraph 2.2.2. | 2 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. |
| 2 Category O₂ trailers and O₁ trailers fitted with an inertia type braking system may, as an alternative, comply with the following requirements— (a) technical reports to Directive 71/320/EEC, Annex VIII, Appendix 2 and 3; (b) a compatibility check to Annex VIII, Appendix 4; (c) the requirements of Annex I, paragraphs 2.2.2.9 and 2.2.2.10; (d) the technical requirements of Annex VIII, paragraphs 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 excluding drag force check; (e) a visual assessment to Annex VIII, paragraphs 4.1, and of the first sentence of paragraph 4.2; (f) a Park Brake Test. | A “Park Brake Test” means a test for category O₂ and (if fitted) O₁ trailers that the park brake meets the performance requirement of Directive 71/320/EEC, Annex II, paragraph 2.2.2. | 3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, the requirements according to category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. |
| 2 Category O₂ trailers and O₁ trailers fitted with an inertia type braking system may, as an alternative, comply with the following requirements— (a) technical reports to Directive 71/320/EEC, Annex VIII, Appendix 2 and 3; (b) a compatibility check to Annex VIII, Appendix 4; (c) the requirements of Annex I, paragraphs 2.2.2.9 and 2.2.2.10; (d) the technical requirements of Annex VIII, paragraphs 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 excluding drag force check; (e) a visual assessment to Annex VIII, paragraphs 4.1, and of the first sentence of paragraph 4.2; (f) a Park Brake Test. | A “Park Brake Test” means a test for category O₂ and (if fitted) O₁ trailers that the park brake meets the performance requirement of Directive 71/320/EEC, Annex II, paragraph 2.2.2. | 4 In the case of a mobile crane with more than 4 axles derogations are permitted provided that— (a) they are justified by the particular construction, and (b) all the braking performances relating to parking, service and secondary braking are fulfilled. |
| 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. | “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. | |
| 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, 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. | |
| 13 Anti-Theft and Immobiliser | 13 Anti-Theft and Immobiliser | 13 Anti-Theft and Immobiliser |
| 1 The technical provisions of Directive 74/61/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/56/EC. | Immobilisers must be approved as part of the base vehicles or as a Separate Technical Unit. | 1 Does not apply to category O vehicles. |
| 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 additional 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, 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 under column 1 paragraph 2, must be approved as part of the base vehicle or as a separate technical unit. | 2 The provisions of column 1 apply only to the extent that a device to prevent unauthorised use, immobiliser, alarm system or panic alarm is fitted. |
| 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 additional 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, 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. | An “Installation Check” means an inspection of installed components as the approving authority deems necessary, and in the case of an Immobiliser or Alarm system a completed installation certificate except that a panic alarm fitted in accordance with column 1, paragraph 2, a test report is required. | 3 In the case of devices to prevent unauthorised use, an immobiliser or alarm system the manufacturer may issue a declaration of the device(s) fitted and that they comply with column 1, and in such case an Installation Check will be conducted. |
| 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 additional 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, 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. | An “Installation Check” means an inspection of installed components as the approving authority deems necessary, and in the case of an Immobiliser or Alarm system a completed installation certificate except that a panic alarm fitted in accordance with column 1, paragraph 2, a test report is required. | 4 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. |
| 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 Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 74/408/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/39/EC. | 2 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, hearse, mobile crane, 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 74/408/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/39/EC. | 3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 74/408/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/39/EC. | 4 The provisions of paragraph 2 of Article 1 to Directive 2005/39/EC do not apply. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 74/408/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/39/EC. | 5 The testing of seat anchorages 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. | |
| 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. | 1 Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| 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. | 2 This requirement does not apply to a vehicle fitted with a tachograph if the tachograph provides adequate visual indication of speed to the driver. | |
| 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 Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC. | 2 Does not apply to category M₂ (Class A, I or II) or M₃ (Class A, I or II) vehicles except where seat belt anchorages are fitted. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC. | 3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, hearse, mobile crane, 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. | 4 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. | 5 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, 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. | 6 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 76/115/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/41/EC. | 7 Paragraph 5 of Annex I to Directive 76/115/EEC does not apply to a vehicle provided that the anchorages are designed to meet the strength characteristics equivalent to those needed to satisfy the requirements of that paragraph. | |
| 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 suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic. | 1 The requirements in column 1 are limited to the installation of approved components as appropriate to the location, of the requisite number, installed in the specified positions, with the required geometric visibility and that operate in accordance with the technical requirements in column 1. | |
| The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 48.03; and Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic. | 2 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, hearse, armoured vehicle, mobile crane, or other 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 except in the case of a mobile crane, that the geometric visibility is not affected. | |
| The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 48.03; and Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic. | 3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply to the cab. | |
| The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 48.03; and Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic. | 4 Optional lamps meeting the technical requirements applicable to equivalent mandatory devices (except where specified otherwise) may be fitted, in addition to the mandatory and optional devices permitted by UNECE Regulation 48.03, as follows— (a) two additional dipped beam headlamps forming a matched pair with electrical connections that permit only one pair to operate at any one time and fitted to— (i) a vehicle intended for use in both left hand and right hand rule of the road traffic and in which case one pair must meet the requirements for right hand rule of the road traffic, or (ii) a special purpose vehicle designed for use with equipment that may obstruct the mandatory devices and fitted at a height not exceeding 1800mm, (b) any number of— (i) front position lamps, (ii) rear position lamps, (iii) stop lamps of category S1 or S2, (iv) end outline marker lamps, (v) rear retro-reflectors, or (vi) front retro-reflectors, for which the requirements for position and geometric visibility do not apply, and (c) two rear direction indicator lamps. | |
| The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 48.03; and Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic. | 5 The mandatory requirements of UNECE Regulation 48.03, paragraph 6.18.1 do not apply to trailers constructed for the carriage and launching of boats. | |
| The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 48.03; and Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic. | 6 Amber side marker lamps may be wired to flash, provided that this flashing is in phase and at the same frequency with the direction indicator lamps at the same side of the vehicle. | |
| The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 48.03; and Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic. | 7 The requirement of paragraphs 6.5.4.2 and 6.5.5 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 do not apply to any optional rear direction indicator lamps. | |
| 21 Retro Reflectors, Rear Marker Plates and Conspicuity Markings | 21 Retro Reflectors, Rear Marker Plates and Conspicuity Markings | 21 Retro Reflectors, Rear Marker Plates and Conspicuity Markings |
| 1 For retro reflectors: UNECE Regulation 3 or UNECE Regulation 150. | The fitting of conspicuity markings is optional for category M₂, M₃, O₁ or O₂ vehicles. | |
| 2 For conspicuity markings: UNECE Regulation 104. | The fitting of conspicuity markings is optional for category M₂, M₃, O₁ or O₂ vehicles. | |
| 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. | Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| 25A Cornering Lamps (where fitted) | 25A Cornering Lamps (where fitted) | 25A Cornering Lamps (where fitted) |
| UNECE Regulation 119 or UNECE Regulation 149. | Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| 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. | Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| 27 Towing Hooks | 27 Towing Hooks | 27 Towing Hooks |
| The technical provisions of Annex II to Directive 77/389/EEC as last amended by Directive 96/64/EC, or an Installation Check. | “Installation Check” means a check to confirm the presence and that towing hooks are securely attached to major structural aspects of the vehicle. | 1 Does not apply to category O vehicles. |
| The technical provisions of Annex II to Directive 77/389/EEC as last amended by Directive 96/64/EC, or an Installation Check. | “Installation Check” means a check to confirm the presence and that towing hooks are securely attached to major structural aspects of the vehicle. | 2 In the case of an armoured vehicle, mobile crane, or other 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. |
| The technical provisions of Annex II to Directive 77/389/EEC as last amended by Directive 96/64/EC, or an Installation Check. | “Installation Check” means a check to confirm the presence and that towing hooks are securely attached to major structural aspects of the vehicle. | 3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, the requirements apply only to the front of the vehicle. |
| 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. | Does not apply to category O₁ vehicles except where fitted. | |
| 30 Parking Lamps (where fitted) | 30 Parking Lamps (where fitted) | 30 Parking Lamps (where fitted) |
| UNECE Regulation 7 or UNECE Regulation 148. | Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| 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 Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. | 2 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, hearse, mobile crane, 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 of a sign with appropriate text. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. | 3 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, at least lap belts are required for all rear seating positions. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. | 4 In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, the requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. | 5 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. | 6 Seat belts which have been specifically 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. | 7 Vehicles constructed or adapted for the secure transport of prisoners are required to be fitted with seat belts for the driver’s and any front passenger’s seat. Any other optional seat belts fitted must also comply. | |
| The technical provisions of Directive 77/541/EEC as last amended by Directive 2005/40/EC. | 8 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 94/53/EC. | Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| 34 Defrost/Demist | 34 Defrost/Demist | 34 Defrost/Demist |
| Vehicles shall be fitted with an adequate defrosting and demisting device. | “Adequate” means: sufficiently effective to ensure adequate visibility through the windscreen under all conditions. | Does not apply to category O vehicles. |
| 35 Wash/Wipe | 35 Wash/Wipe | 35 Wash/Wipe |
| Vehicles shall be fitted with adequate washing and wiping devices. | “Adequate” means: sufficiently effective to ensure adequate visibility through the windscreen under all conditions. | Does not apply to category O vehicles. |
| 36 Heating Systems (if fitted) | 36 Heating Systems (if fitted) | 36 Heating Systems (if fitted) |
| 1 The technical provisions of: Directive 2001/56/EC as last amended by Directive 2006/119/EC, paragraph 3 of Annex II, and Annexes III, VII and VIII. | “Installation Check” means an inspection to confirm compliance with the installation requirements of column 1. | |
| 2 Combustion heaters: the provision of paragraph 1 may be met by an approval or test report for the device and an Installation Check. | “Installation Check” means an inspection to confirm compliance with the installation requirements of column 1. | |
| 41 Heavy Duty Emissions | 41 Heavy Duty Emissions | 41 Heavy Duty Emissions |
| 1 Directive 88/77/EEC as last amended by Directive 91/542/EEC Row B limit values. | 1 Does not apply to category O vehicles. | |
| 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 N2 vehicles with reference mass not exceeding 2610kg manufactured after 1st January 2012 must comply with Regulation (EC) No 715/2007. | |
| 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 Does not apply to vehicles approved under item 2. | |
| 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 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. | 5 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. | |
| 5 Complete or completed vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2018: Regulation (EC) No 595/2009 Annex I limit values. | 6 In the case of— (a) mobile cranes which have an engine meeting the technical requirements of Regulation (EU) No 2016/1628, or (b) vehicles designed to tow combinations exceeding 200 tonnes which have an engine meeting the technical requirements of Regulation (EU) No 2016/1628, compliance with Regulation (EU) No 2016/1628 can be accepted. | |
| 42 Lateral Protection (Side Guards) | 42 Lateral Protection (Side Guards) | 42 Lateral Protection (Side Guards) |
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