The Road Vehicles (Approval) Regulations 2009

The vehicle must be fitted with an exhaust system including a silencer such that the exhaust gases must not escape into the atmosphere without first passing through the silencer.

When:

The vehicle must not emit any avoidable smoke or avoidable visible vapour.

When the engine by which the vehicle is propelled is running without load at a normal idling speed, the carbon monoxide content of the exhaust emissions from the engine must not exceed:

If the engine by which the vehicle is propelled is run without a load at a rotational speed of 2,000 revolutions per minute, the hydrocarbon content of the exhaust emission from the engine must not exceed 0.12% if the vehicle is a vehicle described in paragraph 2(a) or 2(b) above;

If the vehicle is one described in paragraph 2(c) or (d) above and the engine by which it is propelled is run without a load at a fast idling speed:

Does not apply to vehicles approved to item 41.

For the purposes of this item, a vehicle that can be fuelled with both petrol and gaseous fuel, is to be regarded as a vehicle that can only be fuelled with a gaseous fuel, so long as:

Paragraphs 2, 3 and 4 do not apply to:

Paragraphs 2(a) and 2(b) do not apply to vehicles propelled by a 2-stroke engine.

Paragraph 2(c) does not apply to:

if the passenger car or other vehicle was not on the effective date, equipped with a catalyst exhaust emissions system, in which case paragraph 2(b) applies.

Paragraphs 2(c) and 2(d) do not apply to vehicles having an effective date before 1st January 1999 which are either:

Paragraphs 3 and 4(b) do not apply to vehicles fuelled solely by natural gas or to bi-fuelled vehicles when controlled to operate on natural gas.

Paragraph 4(c) does not apply to vehicles fuelled by liquid petroleum gas or natural gas.

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.

The technical provisions of Section 5 of Annex I of Directive 70/221/EEC as amended by 2000/8/EC, with the exception of paragraphs 5.1, 5.2 and 5.12. No dripping test is to be performed.

Vehicles (except those not fitted for liquid fuels at normal ambient conditions) must comply with the requirements of paragraph 5.1.2. of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC as amended by 91/441/EEC.

For vehicles using gaseous fuels:

• ECE Regulation 67.01 for LPG

  Or

• ECE Regulation 110 for CNG

  Or

• ECE Regulation 115 for LPG or CNG retro-fit.

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. do not apply to a steering control system designed to meet the needs of a driver with a physical disability.

All doors, provided on the vehicle for the entry and exit of occupants, must be designed so as to allow easy and safe use. Doors fitted to the side of a vehicle must have both intermediate and fully latched positions. However, latching in an intermediate position is not required if a safety-bolt with an audible warning device is provided as specified in paragraph 2(b) below. Door latches must be designed to prevent the doors from opening accidentally.

Where hinges are used on doors fitted to the side of a vehicle, other than folding doors, the hinges must be fitted at the front edge of the door. However, they may be fitted at the top or rear edge if either:

On hinged doors, the latch and striker assembly must be capable of withstanding any load which is likely to be applied in the course of normal driving (i.e. excluding crash impacts) in both the intermediate and fully latched positions. However if a safety-bolt with an audible warning device is provided as specified in paragraph 2(b) above, the requirement need be met only with the bolt in place.

Column 1, Paragraph 3 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.

The latching requirements in paragraphs 1 and 3 do not apply to any power-operated door if the force applied by the power actuator is sufficient to keep the door completely closed even when any load is applied as described in paragraph 3.

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.

Directive 71/127/EEC, Annex II, paragraph 1.4 does not apply.

Field of view requirements do not apply to optional mirrors.

The vehicle must comply with the requirements of paragraph 2.1 and 2.2 of Annex 1 of Directive 71/320/EEC as amended by Directive 98/12/EC; but in the application of that Annex (as so amended) for these purposes:

If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock device it must comply with paragraph 2.2.1.23 of 71/320/EEC as amended by Directive 98/12/EC.

The vehicle must comply with the requirements of paragraphs 2.2.1.11.1 and 2.2.1.11.2 of Directive 71/320/EEC as amended by Directive 98/12/EEC.

The secondary braking system and service braking system must have the same control.

The brake efficiency must be not less than:

The lateral brake distribution for the service braking system must:

The longitudinal brake distribution for the service braking system must, for all values of total braking force, vehicle speed and adjustment settings (if any), be greater than the ratio of the vertical forces transmitted to the road through the front and rear wheels respectively when the vehicle is in running order and being braked on a level surface.

The capacity of the braking system to absorb and dissipate energy must be sufficient to ensure that all the required aspects of braking performance can be maintained under all normal operating conditions of the vehicle, including long hill descents, taking account of the vehicle’s speed capability, weight and weight distribution.

Braking reaction time must comply with the requirements of paragraph 2.3 of Annex II to Directive 71/320/EEC as amended by Directive 98/12/EC.

The requirements in paragraph 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, does 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.

Paragraph 5(b) has effect in the case of a vehicle having a secondary brake operated by a means other than a foot control as if for “50kg” and “70kg” respectively there were substituted “40kg” and “60kg”.

Paragraph 7 does not apply to a vehicle if the brakes acting on its rear wheels are fitted with an anti-lock device and were so fitted at the time of its manufacture except that this exemption shall not apply to:

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

If the vehicle has an effective date on or after 1st August 1979, when the engine by which it is propelled is subject to the free-acceleration test, the coefficient of absorption of the exhaust emissions from the engine immediately after leaving the exhaust must not exceed:

If the vehicle has an effective date on or after 1st July 2008, when the engine by which it is propelled is subject to the free-acceleration test, the coefficient of absorption of the exhaust emissions from the engine immediately after leaving the exhaust must not exceed 1.5 per metre.

No surface (other than a surface of a window) of the vehicle interior which can be contacted by a sphere of 165mm diameter and which is within the specified zone, may include any fittings (e.g. controls and instruments) or design features which have any dangerous roughness or sharp edges.

Switches and other controls mounted on the instrument panel which project by more than 9.5mm from the surface of the panel, can be contacted by a sphere of 165mm diameter and which are within the specified zone, must be so constructed and mounted that they would either retract into the surface of the panel or become detached from the panel when a horizontal force of 40kg is applied to them.

The lower edge of the instrument panel which is within the specified zone must be rounded to a radius of curvature of not less than 19mm, or if it is covered with non-rigid material, not less than 5mm.

The rearward and upward-facing parts of seat frames behind which there is a designated seating position, and which are within the head impact zone must be both covered with non-rigid material and have a radius of curvature of not less than 5mm.

The handbrake control in the fully released position and the gear-lever control in any forward gear position must not have any radius of curvature of less than 3.2mm on surfaces which can be contacted by a sphere of 165mm diameter.

Shelves and other similar items fitted below the level of the highest part of the instrument panel must be so constructed that their supports have no protruding edges and that all parts facing into the vehicle present a surface not less than 25mm high with edges rounded to a radius of curvature of not less than 3.2mm. This surface must also be covered with non-rigid material.

On that part of the inner surface of the roof which is situated above or forward of the occupants and can be contacted by a sphere of165mm diameter, the width of projecting parts made of rigid material must not be less than the length of their projection from the surface and their edges must have a radius of curvature of not less than 5mm. Roof sticks or ribs made of rigid material, with the exception of the header rail of the glazed surfaces and door frames, must not project downwards by more than 19mm.

Does not apply to a goods vehicle of category N₁.

Does not apply to any area inside a motor caravan, ambulance, or hearse which is not inside the head impact zone for any designated seating position for use during vehicle travel.

An armoured vehicle is exempted 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.

Paragraph 1 does not apply to:

Paragraph 1 does not apply to foot pedal controls.

Paragraphs 1 and 2 do not apply to any switches, controls or associated equipment designed for the use by a disabled driver and fitted in the driver’s position so long as any edges are blunted.

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

Paragraph 5 does not apply to:

Paragraph 7 does not apply to parts covered with a non-rigid material; to the hood-frames of convertible vehicles; or to hood or tonneau cover press studs so long as they are blunted. For opening roofs, the requirements shall apply to parts, including devices for opening, closing and adjusting the roof, with the roof in the closed position.

Paragraph 1 (in so far as it relates to the surface of an instrument panel) and paragraph 2 do not apply to any vehicle if:

except that this exemption does not apply to:

as defined in Part 1 of this Schedule.

Either:

The vehicle must be fitted with some form of anti-theft device, that is to say, a mechanical anti-theft device or immobiliser or a combination of these (in addition to any key operated switch normally used to start the engine) that prevents the vehicle being driven or moved under its own power. Such device(s) shall comply with the following requirements:

Any alarm system or immobiliser, excluding a panic alarm specified in paragraph 4, fitted to a vehicle must comply with paragraph 1.

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

For the purpose of column 1, paragraph 3, compliance may be demonstrated by:

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

No part of the steering control surface directed towards the driver which can be contacted by a sphere of 165mm in diameter may present any roughness or sharp edges with a radius of curvature of less than 2.5mm.

The steering control must be designed, constructed and fitted so as not to embody components or accessories, including the horn control and other assemblies, capable of catching in the driver’s clothing or jewellery in normal driving movement.

The steering control and column assembly as fitted to the vehicle or the steering control itself must offer a degree of protection to the driver in the event of a frontal impact by absorbing energy. This requirement shall be treated as met if either:

The vehicle must comply with the requirements of paragraph 5.1 of Annex 1 of Directive 74/297/EEC.

This item does not apply to:

Paragraph 1 does not apply to any vehicle if:

as defined in Part 1 of this Schedule.

The requirements of this item do not apply to a disabled person’s vehicle insofar as the adaptation prevents the vehicle from complying but this exception does not apply where such adaptations can easily be removed, if necessary with the use of tools, 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.

This item does not apply to the anchorages of any seat designed for a disabled person, so long as such a seat is securely attached to the vehicle.

In the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle:

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

The essential technical provisions of Directive 74/483/EEC as amended by Directive 79/488/EEC, Annex I, paragraphs 5, 6.2, 6.5.1, 6.11 and 6.14.

Handles, hinges, push buttons and fuel tank filler caps must not project more than 40 mm from the external surface unless they cannot under any circumstance project beyond the extreme outer edge of the vehicle, in which case they may project by up to 50 mm 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.

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:

The open ends of handles, which pivot outwards in any direction, must face either rearwards or downwards, unless they have an independent return mechanism and cannot project more than 15 mm from the external surface should the return mechanism fail.

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.

The requirements according to 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 cab, 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.

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.

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:

as defined in Part 1 of this Schedule.

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

The technical provisions of: Directive 75/443/EEC as amended by Directive 97/39/EC, Annex I and Annex II, paragraph 4.

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 the maximum speed of the vehicle.

Annex II paragraphs 4.3 and 4.4 to Directive 75/443/EEC do not apply if the following requirements are met:

Annex II paragraph 4.2.1 to Directive 75/443/EEC applies only where the speedometer is marked in km/h.

The technical provisions of: Directive 76/114/EEC as 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. Information which has not changed from the base vehicle plate does not need to be marked on subsequent plates, except the vehicle identification number must be marked on every plate.

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.

Where a vehicle is mass produced the following 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, 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 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.

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.

The essential technical provisions of UNECE Regulation 48.03.

Dipped beam headlamps must be suitable for left hand rule of the road traffic.

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.

The requirements relating to S3 devices in paragraph 6.7 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 do not apply.

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 “400 mm” there were substituted “480 mm”.

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.

Paragraph 6.7.2.1 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 is to be read as if it also applied to M₁ and N₁ category vehicles.

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.

Paragraph 6.3.4.1 of UNECE Regulation 48.03 does not apply.

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”.

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”.

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 “400 mm”, representing the distance from the extreme edge of the vehicle, substitute “510 mm”

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.

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.

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.

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.)

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 a vehicle of category N₁.

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

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

Does not apply to a vehicle of category N1.

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

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:

Does not apply to a seat which is a wheelchair.

The technical provisions of Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 91/542/EEC Row B limit values.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2001:

Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 99/96/EC

Row A limit values.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2006:

Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 99/96/EC

Row B1 limit values.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2009:

Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 99/96/EC

Row B2 limit values.

Does not apply to vehicles approved under item 2 or, in the case of a compression ignition engine, item 11.

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

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

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.

Does not apply to a goods vehicle of category N₁.

For motor caravans, in 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 must be concentrated at the H point of the three dimensional machine.

Annex V of Directive 92/23/EEC as amended by 2005/11/EC does not apply to vehicles manufactured before 1st October 2011.

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.

Does not apply to a passenger vehicle of category M₁.

Directive 97/27/EC, Annex I, paragraphs 7.5, 7.8.3, 7.9, 7.10 and 7.11 do not apply.

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.

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.

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.

In particular, under all 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:

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

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

Where evidence of compliance has been provided, subsequent modification to the exhaust system will be permitted provided:

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.

Directive 70/220/EEC as amended by Directive 94/12/EC, Annex I, paragraph 5.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2001: Directive 70/220/EEC as amended by Directive 98/69/EC, Annex I, paragraph 5 (Row A limits).

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2006: Directive 70/220/EEC as amended by Directive 98/69/EC Annex I, paragraph 5 (Row B limits).

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 2012: Regulation (EC) 715/2007, Annex I, Table 1.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st September 2016: Regulation (EC) 715/2007 Annex I, Table 2.

Vehicles 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.

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 wheelchair accessible vehicles:

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 M1G (Off-Road vehicle as defined in Directive 2007/46/EC) are to be treated as a vehicle of category N_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).

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st April 1995: Directive 71/320/EEC as amended by: Directive 91/422/EEC, Annex I, paragraph 2.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 31st March 2001: Directive 71/320/EEC as amended by: Directive 98/12/EC, Annex I, paragraph 2 (all requirements) and Annex II.

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.

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

Evidence of compliance with column 1 remains valid where brake transmissions lines are repositioned.

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

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.

This item does not apply to:

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.

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

Directive 76/115/EEC as amended by Directive 90/629/EEC, annex I, paragraphs 4 and 5

Vehicles manufactured on or after 29th April 2009: Directive 76/115/EEC as amended by Directive 2005/41/EC

In the case of a wheelchair accessible vehicle the requirements of this item are substituted by item 19 of Part 2 of this Schedule.

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.

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.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st July 1997: Directive 77/541/EEC as amended by Directive 90/628/EEC, annex I, paragraphs 3.1 to 3.1.9 and 3.2.1 to 3.2.2.4.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 1999: Directive 77/541/EEC as amended by Directive 96/36/EC, annex I, paragraphs 3.1 to 3.1.10, 3.1.11, 3.1.12 and 3.2.1 to 3.2.2.5.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 29th April 2009: Directive 77/541/EEC as amended by Directive 2005/40/EC.

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.

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.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st January 1997: Directive 80/1268/EEC as amended by: Directive 93/116/EC, Annex I, paragraphs 4 to 7.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1 Jan 2009: Directive 80/1268/EEC as amended by 2004/3/EC.

Does not apply to category N₁ vehicles manufactured before 1st Jan 2009.

Does not apply where the applicant accepts a Combined CO₂ figure determined by the Secretary of State using such information as he sees fit.

Vehicles with engines approved to item 41 are exempt.

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

Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 91/542/EEC Row B limit values.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2001: Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 99/96/EC Row A limit values.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2006: Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 99/96/EC Row B1 limit values.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1st October 2009: Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 99/96/EC Row B2 limit values.

Does not apply to vehicles approved to item 2.

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

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

Category N₁ vehicles and vehicles with a maximum mass exceeding 2500 kg are exempt.

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

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.

Does not apply to vehicles where the R point of the lowest seat is more than 700mm above the ground.

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

For wheelchair accessible vehicles, and disabled person’s vehicles, the vehicle is not required to comply in respect in respect of an adaptation for a disabled person affecting the “side impact”. Evidence of compliance of the unadapted vehicle is required.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

UNECE Regulation 51, Annex 5, paragraphs 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 do 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 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.

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.

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

N₂ category vehicles with reference mass not exceeding 2610kg and manufactured after 1st January 2012 must comply with Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007.

Vehicles of category M₂ are excepted 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.

As an alternative to the installation requirements of paragraph 3 for a rear protective device fitted to a vehicle, an Installation Check.

The requirement in column 1 for a rear protective device does not apply to O₁ or O₂ category vehicles.

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

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.

The technical provisions of paragraph 2 of Annex I to Directive 71/320/EEC as amended by Directive 98/12/EC and tests as defined in associated Annexes as may be applicable.

Category O₂ trailers and O₁ trailers fitted with an inertia type braking system may, as an alternative, comply with the following requirements:

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

The requirements in column 1 is 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.

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.

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.

For retro reflectors:

Directive 76/757/EEC as amended by Directive 97/29/EC.

For conspicuity markings:

UNECE Regulation 104.

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.

The technical provisions of: Directive 2001/56/EC as amended by 2006/119/EC, section 3 of Annex II, and Annexes III, VII and VIII.

Combustion heaters:

The provisions of paragraph 1 may be met by an approval or test report for the device and an Installation Check.

The technical provisions of Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by 2001/27/EC, Annex I Row B1 limit values.

Engines manufactured on or after 1st October 2009: Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 99/96/EC Row B2 limit values.

Does not apply to O category vehicles.

N₂ vehicles with reference mass not exceeding 2610kg manufactured after 1st January 2012 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.

Tests are not required where the device is designed to meet the strength characteristics specified in column 1.

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 Directive 2007/46/EC, or vehicles in which the presence of spray-suppression devices is incompatible with their use.

UNECE Regulation 43.00, 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.

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 vehicle of category M₂ or M₃ paragraph 7.3.3 is substituted by “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 substitute 12.5 m and for that in paragraph 7.3.1.4.2 substitute 4.19 m.

Exemption from Annex I, paragraph 7.6:

• abnormal indivisible load vehicle;

• a semi-trailer low loader; or

• a semi-trailer step-frame low loader.

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 Road Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types)(General) Order 2003(5) or the Motor Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types) Order (Northern Ireland) 1997(6) 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 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 does 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 shall be 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.

Column 1 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 shall 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 must 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(7), Schedules 1 and 2, or the Public Service Vehicles (Accessibility) (Northern Ireland) Regulations 2003(8), 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 5.

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.

The technical provisions of: section 3 of Annex II to Directive 2000/40/EC.

A device for which an approval or test report has been issued or a test has been witnessed by the approval authority with respect to the requirements of paragraph 1 or 2;

And

An Installation Check.