New regulation 71A (marking of date of manufacture of trailers)7
After regulation 71, there shall be inserted the following—
Marking of date of manufacture of trailers71A
1
This regulation applies to a trailer that—
a
is not a motor vehicle;
b
is manufactured on or after 1st January 1997; and
c
has a maximum total design axle weight not exceeding 750 kg.
2
The year of manufacture of every trailer to which this regulation applies shall be marked on the chassis, frame or other similar structure on the nearside of the vehicle, in a clearly visible and accessible position, and by a method such as hammering or stamping, in such a way that it cannot be obliterated or deteriorate.