The Road Vehicles (Approval) Regulations 2009

Directive 70/157/EEC, Annex I, paragraphs 5.3.1.1, 5.3.1.2. and 5.3.1.3.

Modification of the exhaust system length after last silencer not exceeding 2m is permissible without further test.

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 70/220/EEC as amended by Directive 2003/76/EC, Row B limit values.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2012:

The technical provisions of Regulation (EC) 715/2007 as amended by Regulation (EC) 692/2008, Annex I, Table 1.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2016: the technical provisions of Regulation (EC) 715/2007 as amended by Regulation (EC) 692/2008, Annex I, Table 2.

The tests in paragraph 5.2 of Directive 70/220/EEC are to be limited to the following:

Vehicles are exempt from the requirements of OBD.

This item does not apply to vehicles approved to item 41.

Modification of the exhaust system is permitted without any further test provided the emission control devices including particulate filters (if any) are not affected.

The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.

An Approval issued to the most representative base vehicle remains valid irrespective of change in the reference mass.

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.

Fuel tanks:

The technical provisions of Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by directive 2006/20/EC;

And

For vehicles using gaseous fuels:

Regulations 67.01 and 115 for LPG.

Regulation 110 and 115 for CNG.

Rear Protective Device:

The technical provisions of Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by directive 2006/20/EC.

In the case of fuel tanks other than tanks for gaseous fuels:

In the case of a Manual or Power Assisted System, paragraph 5.2 of Annex I to Directive 70/311/EEC does not apply if a driving assessment conducted by the approval authority reveals no undue steering effort, instability, or other adverse characteristics.

The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.

Directive 70/311/EEC, Annex I, paragraphs 4.1.1.2 and 4.2.1.1.2. does not apply to a steering control system designed to meet the needs of a driver with a physical disability.

Does not apply to doors which do not give direct access to a seat designed for normal use while a vehicle is travelling on a road. This includes any door, for which the longitudinal plane passing through the extreme inboard projecting point of such a door is more than 300mm distant from the longitudinal plane passing through the nearest edge of such a seat. For the purpose of this provision the seating position of a wheelchair is considered to be a seat.

This item does not apply to doors meeting the technical requirements specified in paragraphs 7.6.4 to 7.6.6 or in paragraph 7.6.7 of Annex I to Directive 2001/85/EC.

Inspection to confirm the presence and operation of a device including a Sound Level Check.

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.

In the case of armoured vehicles additional panic alarm devices are permitted. For the technical provisions see item 13.

Field of view requirements do not apply to optional mirrors.

The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.

In the case of a passenger car where the longitudinal plane of the exterior bodywork on either side of the vehicle adjacent to the driver’s position on which an exterior rear view mirror may be mounted is more than 150mm inwards from a longitudinal plane passing through the outer edge of the rear tyre(s) on that side of the vehicle the following may apply: Directive 2003/97/EC, Annex III, paragraphs 5.3.1 and 5.3.2, in the second paragraph in each case, for 1m substitute 2.125m and for 4m substitute 10m.

Vehicles built before 26 January 2010: the mirrors may as an alternative be installed in accordance with Directive 71/127/EEC as amended by 88/321/EEC.

The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.

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 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.

Directive 72/306/EEC as amended ceases to apply from 2nd January 2013.

Modification of exhaust system is permissible without any further test.

Does not apply to a vehicle which complies with Directive 2005/55/EC as amended by Directive 2008/74/EC.

The following do not apply:

The requirements in column 1 are limited to the area forward of rearmost seat designated for use while travelling and limited to head impact zone.

For the purpose of this requirement a wheelchair is considered to be a seating position.

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.

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 74/61/EEC as last amended by Directive 95/56/EC.

In the case of an armoured vehicle fitted with an optional panic alarm not forming part of an alarm system under paragraph 1 must comply with the following:

Directive 74/61/EEC, Annex IV, paragraphs 3.9, 4.1.3, 4.1.4, 4.2.4, 4.2.6, and 4.3.5. do not apply.

The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.

In the case of devices to prevent unauthorised use the manufacturer may as an alternative to an approval or test report issue a declaration of the device(s) fitted and that they comply with column 1, and in such case an Installation Check will be conducted.

In the case of an immobiliser or alarm system an Installation Check will be conducted.

The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.

This item does not apply to:

The requirements of this item do not apply to a disabled person’s vehicle insofar as the adaptation prevents the vehicle from complying with any of the requirements of this item except that this 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.

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.

In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse 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.

In the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle:

The provisions of paragraph 2 of Article 1 to Directive 2005/39/EC shall not apply.

The tests specified in Appendix 1 and Appendix 2 of Annex II to directive 74/408/EEC do not apply to a seat if designed to provide a comparable level of safety.

The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply to the cab.

Those parts of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, other than the driver’s cabin are 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.

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.

Hood or tonneau cover press studs fitted to a convertible vehicle so long as they are blunted.

The technical provisions of Directive 76/114/EEC as last amended by Directive 78/507/EEC.

Where the vehicle is the subject of a multi stage build a plate is required on completion of each stage as appropriate.

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.

In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, 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.

In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, at least anchorages for lap belts are required for all rear seating positions.

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.

Where a seat belt anchorage has been approved in accordance with the requirements in column 1 and the structure of the vehicle is subsequently modified, no new tests are required provided the structure on which the anchorage is mounted is unlikely to be affected.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, at least lap belts are required for all rear seating positions.

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.

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.)

In the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle when, due to the conversion, anchorage points for the safety belts need to be moved outside the tolerance provided for in point 2.7.8.1 of Annex I to Directive 77/541/EEC, the technical service must check whether the alteration constitutes a worst case or not. If that is the case, the test provided for in Annex VII to Directive 77/541/EEC will be performed. Extension to the Approval does not need to be issued. This does not apply to a seat that is a wheelchair.

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.

Paragraph 3 of Annex I to Directive 78/549/EEC does not apply.

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.

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.

In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse:

Does not apply to head restraints which comply with the requirements of item 15.

Does not apply to a seat which is a wheelchair.

Does not apply to vehicles fitted with an engine approved to item 41.

Annex V of Directive 89/491/EEC amending Directive 80/1268/EEC does not apply with effect from 2nd January 2013.

Directive 2005/55/EC as amended by 2006/51/EC, Annex I, and Row B1 limit values.

Complete or incomplete vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2010:

Directive 2005/55/EC as amended by 2006/51/EC, Annex I, and Row B2 limit values.

Does not apply to vehicles approved under item 2.

Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.

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.

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.

In the case of motor caravans, for paragraph 3.1.1.2 of Annex II to Directive 92/21, for “2500mm” substitute “2600mm”.

Paragraphs 3.1.1.3 and 3.3.3 of Annex II to Directive 92/21/EEC do not apply.

In the case of wheelchair accessible vehicles, for the purpose of calculations, the mass of the wheelchair including the user is assumed to be 100 kg. The mass shall be concentrated at the H point of the three dimensional machine.

Does not apply to armoured vehicles.

Exclusions defined in paragraph 1 of Annex II to Directive 92/22/EEC as amended.

In the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle, motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, all window glazing, other than driver’s cab glazing, the material may be safety glass or rigid plastic glazing.

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.

Directive 92/22/EEC, Annex III, paragraph 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.

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.

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.

Directive 70/157/EEC, Annex I, paragraphs 5.3.1.1, 5.3.1.2. and 5.3.1.3 does not apply.

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.

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.

The technical provisions of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC as amended by Directive 2003/76/EC, Row B limit values.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2012:

The technical provisions of Regulation (EC) 715/2007 as amended by Regulation (EC) 692/2008, Annex I, Table 1.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2016:

The technical provisions of Regulation (EC) 715/2007 as amended by Regulation (EC) 692/2008, Annex I, Table 2.

The requirements of OBD do not apply.

Does not apply to vehicles approved to item 41.

Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.

In the case of a special purpose vehicle, an Approval issued to the most representative base vehicle remains valid irrespective of change in reference weight.

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.

The technical provisions of paragraphs 5 and 6 of Annex I to Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by directive 2006/20/EC;

And

For vehicles using gaseous fuels

Regulations 67.01 and 115 for LPG.

Regulation 110 and 115 for CNG.

The technical provisions of paragraph 5 of Annex II to Directive 70/221/EEC as last amended by directive 2006/20/EC.

Field of view requirements do not apply to optional mirrors.

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.

Directive 72/306/EEC as amended ceases to apply from 2nd January 2013.

Modification of exhaust system is permissible without any further test.

Does not apply to a vehicle which complies with Directive 2005/55/EC as amended by Directive 2008/74/EC.

The technical provisions of: Directive 74/61/EEC as amended by Directive 95/56/EC.

Optional panic alarm not forming part of an alarm system under paragraph 1 must comply with the following:

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 provisions of paragraph 2 of Article 1 to Directive 2005/39/ECdo not apply.

In the case of a special purpose vehicle:

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.

In the case of a special purpose vehicle:

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.

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.)

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.

Does not apply to vehicles fitted with an engine approved to item 41.

Does not apply to armoured vehicles or special purpose vehicles.

Annex V of Directive 89/491/EEC amending Directive 80/1268/EEC does not apply with effect from 2nd January 2013.

Directive 2005/55/EC as amended by 2006/51/EC, Annex I, and Row B1 limit values.

Complete or incomplete vehicles manufactured on or after 1 October 2010:

Directive 2005/55/EC as amended by 2006/51/EC, Annex I, and Row B2 limit values.

Does not apply to vehicles approved under item 2.

Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.

Exclusions defined in paragraph 1 of Annex II to Directive 92/22/EEC as amended.

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.

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.

This item does not apply to armoured vehicles.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

UNECE Regulation 51, Annex 5, paragraphs 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 does not apply.

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.

If a 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.

In the case of a mobile crane Directive 70/157/EEC as amended by Directive 99/101/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.

The technical provisions of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC as amended by Directive 2003/76, Row B limit values.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2012:

The technical provisions of Regulation (EC) 715/2007 as amended by Regulation (EC) 692/2008, Annex I, Table 1.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2016:

The technical provisions of Regulation (EC) 715/2007 as amended by Regulation (EC) 692/2008, Annex I, Table 2.

Does not apply to M3, N3 or O category vehicles.

N2 vehicles with reference mass not exceeding 2610kg manufactured after 1 January 2010 must comply with Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007

Vehicles of category M₂ are exempt from the requirements of OBD.

Does not apply to vehicles approved to item 41.

Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.

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.

An Approval issued to the most representative base vehicle remains valid irrespective of change in reference weight.

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.

The technical provisions of paragraphs 5 and 6 of Annex I to Directive 70/221/EEC as amended by directive 2006/20/EC;

And

For vehicles using gaseous fuels:

Regulations 67.01 or 115 for LPG.

Regulation 110.00 or 115 for CNG.

The technical provisions of paragraph 5 of Annex II to Directive 70/221/EEC as amended by directive 2006/20/EC.

The requirements according to the category of the base or incomplete vehicle based on maximum mass may apply.

A mobile crane may be fitted with a crab steering system.

Does not apply to M₂, M₃ or O category vehicles.

In the case of a mobile crane 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.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

In the case of an armoured vehicle:

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

Field of view requirements do not apply to optional mirrors.

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.

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.

Does not apply to O₁ category vehicles except where a braking system is fitted.

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.

In the case of a mobile crane with more than 4 axles derogations are permitted provided that:

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

Modification of exhaust system is permissible without any further test.

Does not apply to a vehicle which complies with Directive 2005/55/EC as amended by Directive 2008/74/EC.

The technical provisions of: Directive 74/61/EEC as amended by Directive 95/56/EC.

Optional panic alarm not forming part of an alarm system under paragraph 1 must comply with the following:

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

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.

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.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

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.

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 provisions of paragraph 2 of Article 1 to Directive 2005/39/EC do not apply.

The provisions of paragraph 4.5 of Annex III to Directive 74/408/EEC as amended by Directive 2005/39/EC shall also apply to M₂ category vehicles.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

This requirement does not apply to a vehicle fitted with a tachograph if the tachograph provides adequate visual indication of speed to the driver.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

Does not apply to M₂ (Class A, I or II) or M₃ (Class A, I or II) category vehicles except where seat belt anchorages are fitted.

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.

In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, at least anchorages for lap belts are required for all rear seating positions.

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.

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.

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.

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 requirements of column 1 relating to conspicuity markings do not apply until 10 July 2011.

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:

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.

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 requirements 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.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

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.

In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, the requirements apply only to the front of the vehicle.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

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.

In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse, at least lap belts are required for all rear seating positions.

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.

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.

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.)

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.

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.

Directive 2005/55/EC as amended by 2006/51/EC, Annex I, and Row B1 limit values.

Complete or incomplete vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2009: Directive 2005/55/EC as amended by 2006/51/EC, Annex I, and Row B2 limit values.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

From 1st October 2010 new types of N₂ vehicles with a reference mass not exceeding 2610kg must comply with Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007.

Does not apply to vehicles approved under item 2.

Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer is permissible without any further test.

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.

In the case of a mobile crane compliance with Directive 2004/26/EC can be accepted.

Does not apply to M₂, M₃, O₁ or O₂ category vehicles or to N₂ category vehicles with a maximum mass not exceeding 7.5 tonnes.

Except where fitted the requirements do not apply to:

“off-road” vehicles as defined in the Framework Directive or to vehicles in which the presence of spray-suppression devices is incompatible with their use.

Exclusions defined in paragraph 1 of Annex II to Directive 92/22/EEC as amended.

Directive 92/22/EEC, Annex III, paragraph 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.

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.

In the case of a motor caravan, ambulance, hearse, mobile crane, or other 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.

This item does not apply to armoured vehicles.

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.

In the case of an armoured vehicle, or mobile crane, save as required by paragraph 3, 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.

In the case of a mobile crane the provision in paragraph 2 above applies on condition that the requirements in ISO 10571 – 1995 (E) or ETRTO Standards Manual 1998 are fulfilled.

Directive 97/27/EC, Annex I, paragraphs 7.3.3, 7.5, 7.9, 7.10 and 7.11 do not apply. In the case of a category M₂ or M₃ vehicle, for paragraph 7.3.3 substitute “maximum height 4.57m”.

Trailers for abnormal indivisible loads of exceptional length are exempt from Annex I, paragraph 7.3.1.

In the case of a semi-trailer which is designed to carry at least two other wheeled vehicles, for the distance mentioned in Annex I, paragraph 7.3.1.4.1 shall be substituted 12.5 m and for paragraph 7.3.1.4.2 shall be substituted 4.19 m.

Exemptions from Annex I, paragraph 7.6:

In the case of a semi-trailer being a trailer designed to carry at least two other wheeled vehicles, Annex I, paragraph 7.6 applies save that any part of the semi-trailer forward of the transverse plane passing through the king pin may be ignored.

Vehicles complying with the relevant requirements of the Road Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types)(General) Order 2003(3) or the Motor Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types) Order (Northern Ireland) 1997(4) are exempt from any of the provisions in column 1 which they are unable to comply with due to their special purpose.

For the purpose of Directive 97/27/EC. Annex I, paragraph 2.4.1., the items specified must also include:

For the purpose of Directive 97/27/EC. Annex I, paragraph 2.4.2, the items specified shall also include safety railings mounted on a vehicle designed to carry at least two other wheeled vehicles, provided that the safety railings are more than 2m above the ground and the overall width including safety railings does not exceed 2.70m.

In paragraph 7.4.3.3.1. of Annex I to Directive 97/27/EC for the mass representing a wheelchair and user of 250kg substitute 100kg.

Directive 97/27/EC, Annex I, paragraph 7.6. do not apply to a motor vehicle having 4 or more axles where the distance between the foremost and rearmost axles exceeds 6.4 metres.

Does not apply to M₂, M₃, or O category vehicles.

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.

For the purpose of Directive 94/20/EC, Annex VII, paragraph 1.1, vehicles fitted with Class A couplings are assumed to tow a mass of 3,500kg.

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.

Does not apply to M₂, N₂, N₃, or O category vehicles.

Does not apply to M₃ category vehicles except vehicles of Class III as defined in Directive 2001/85/EC.

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 apply to the cab.

All vehicles: The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 107.02 excluding Annex 8.

Vehicles of Class I: The technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 107.02, Annex 8.

Vehicles other than Class I:

Does not apply to N₂, N₃, or O category vehicles.

Does not apply to vehicles for the secure transport of persons.

Vehicles of Class I, II or III: As an alternative to UNECE Regulation 107.02, Annex 3, paragraph 7.6.1.14 the upper deck gangway shall be connected by one or more intercommunication staircases to the access passageway of a service door or to the lower deck gangway within 3m of a service door.

Vehicles of Class A or B: As an alternative to UNECE Regulation 107.02, Annex 3, paragraph 7.11.3.1 a vehicle may be fitted with handrails or handholds on at least one side and in the case of double doors this requirement may be met by a central stanchion or handrail.

Vehicles of Class I, as an alternative to column 1, paragraph 2, may comply with the Public Service Vehicles (Accessibility) Regulations 2000(5), Schedules 1 and 2, or the Public Service Vehicles (Accessibility) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2003(6), Schedules 1 and 2.

Requirements that are not compatible with the intended use do not apply to vehicles containing seating for use only while the vehicle is stationary.

In the case of armoured vehicles, 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.

In the case of a vehicle of Class IIIS, Annex 3 to UNECE Regulation 107.02 is amended as follows:

Paragraph 7.4 of Annex 3 to UNECE Regulation 107.02 does not apply to:

Vehicles of Class A & B: The frontal barrier collision test in 7.6.7.2. of Annex 3 to UNECE Regulation 107.02 does not apply to a vehicle in which all passengers have access to at least two doors, being either a service door or an emergency door, one of which is not a sliding door.

A door other than a service door, may be fitted to the offside of a vehicle.

UNECE Regulation 107.02, Annex 3, paragraph 7.6.7.6. In the case of:

Vehicles of Class I, II or III may, as an alternative to the table in UNECE Regulation 107.02, Annex 3, paragraph 7.6.1.1, meet the requirements of Table 4.

Vehicles of Class B fitted with more than one wheelchair space: In the case of the second and subsequent wheelchair spaces, the space must be not less than 700mm wide and 1200mm long.

The test requirements of paragraph 3.8. of Annex 8 to UNECE Regulation 107.02 do not apply if the vehicle is designed to meet the strength characteristics equivalent to those needed to satisfy the requirements of those paragraphs.