Text With EEA Relevance

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Official Journal of the European Union
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COMMISSION DIRECTIVE 2010/48/EU

of 5 July 2010
adapting to technical progress Directive 2009/40/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
on roadworthiness tests for motor vehicles and their trailers
(Text with EEA relevance)
THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION,
(6)
To facilitate further harmonisation and for reasons of

consistency of standards, a non-exhaustive list of the
main reasons for failure, as already exists for braking
systems, should now be included for all test items.
(7)
Roadworthiness tests should cover all items relevant to

the specific design, construction and equipment of the
tested vehicle. Therefore, where necessary, specific
requirements for particular vehicle categories should be
added.
(8)
Member States have extended the periodic test

requirement pursuant to Article 5(e) of Directive
2009/40/EC to other categories of vehicles. For the
purpose of further harmonised testing, methods and
standards for those categories of vehicles should be
included. The tests should be carried out using tech
niques and equipment currently available, and without
the use of tools to dismantle or remove any part of
the vehicle.
(9)
In addition to the items related to safety, security and

environmental protection, the test also needs to cover
identification of the vehicle in order to ensure that the
correct tests and standards are applied, to enable the
results of the test to be recorded and to enable
enforcement of other legal requirements.
(10)
To facilitate the functioning of the internal market, and

to improve methods of roadworthiness testing, the
results of a test should be set out in a roadworthiness
certificate covering certain core elements.
(11)
Further work needs to be done in the field of developing

alternative test procedures to check the maintenance
condition of diesel driven vehicles, particularly
concerning NOx and particulates taking into account
new emission after-treatment systems.
(12)
The measures provided for in this Directive are in

accordance with the opinion of the committee on the
adaptation to technical progress of the Directive on road
worthiness tests for motor vehicles and their trailers
instituted by Article 7 of Directive 2009/40/EC,
Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European

Union,
Having regard to Directive 2009/40/EC of the European

Parliament and of the Council of 6 May 2009 on roadworthiness tests for motor vehicles and their trailers (1), and
in particular Article 6(1) thereof,
Whereas:
(1)
In the interests of road-safety, environmental protection

and fair competition it is important to ensure that
vehicles in operation are properly maintained and
tested, in order to maintain their performance as guar
anteed by type-approval, without excessive degradation,
throughout their life-time.
(2)
Standards and methods, as referred to in Art. 6 (1) of

Directive 2009/40/EC, should be further defined and
adapted to reflect technical progress, in order to
improve motor vehicle roadworthiness testing in the
European Union in a cost-effective manner.
(3)
(4)
(5)
The findings of two projects, Autofore (2) and Idelsy (3)

which recently dealt with future options for roadworthiness testing, and the outcome of an open and
factual dialogue with stakeholders should be taken into
account.
The current state of vehicle technology requires modern

electronic systems to be included in the list of items to
be tested.
In order to achieve further harmonisation of roadworthiness testing, testing methods should be introduced
for each of the test items.
(1) OJ L 141, 6.6.2009, p. 12.

(2) Autofore study on the Future Options for Roadworthiness
Enforcement in the European Union, http://ec.europa.eu/transport/
roadsafety/publications/projectfiles/autofore_en.htm
(3) IDELSY Initiative for Diagnosis of Electronic Systems in
Motor Vehicles for PTI, http://ec.europa.eu/transport/roadsafety/
publications/projectfiles/idelsy_en.htm
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HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:
Article 1
Annex II to Directive 2009/40/EC is amended in accordance
with the Annex to this Directive.
Article 2
1.
Member States shall bring into force the laws, regulations
and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this
Directive by 31 December 2011 at the latest, with the
exception of the provisions of paragraph 3 of Annex II,
which shall apply as of 31 December 2013. They shall
forthwith inform the Commission thereof.
When Member States adopt those provisions, they shall contain
a reference to this Directive or shall be accompanied by such
reference on the occasion of their official publication. Member
States shall determine how such reference is to be made.
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2.
Member States shall communicate to the Commission the
text of the provisions of national law which they adopt in the
field covered by this Directive.
Article 3
This Directive shall enter into force on the 20th day following
its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
Article 4
This Directive is addressed to the Member States.
Done at Brussels, 5 July 2010.

For the Commission
The President
Jos Manuel BARROSO
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EN
ANNEX
Annex II to Directive 2009/40/EC is replaced by the following:
ANNEX II
ITEMS TO BE COMPULSORY TESTED
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. Scope of the Inspection
3. Roadworthiness certificate
4. Minimum inspection requirements
0. Identification of the vehicle
1. Braking equipment
2. Steering
3. Visibility
4. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
5. Axles, wheels, tyres and suspension
6. Chassis and chassis attachments
7. Other equipments
8. Nuisance
9. Supplementary tests for passenger carrying vehicles M2, M3
1. INTRODUCTION
This Annex identifies the vehicle systems and components to be tested; it details the method of testing them and the
criteria to be used when determining whether the condition of the vehicle is acceptable.
Where the vehicle is found to be defective with regard to the test items listed, the competent authorities in the
Member States must adopt a procedure for setting the conditions under which the vehicle may be used before passing
another roadworthiness test.
The test must cover at least the items listed below, provided that these are related to the equipment of the vehicle
being tested in the Member State concerned.
The tests should be carried out using techniques and equipment currently available without the use of tools to
dismantle or remove any part of the vehicle.
All the items listed should be considered as mandatory at a periodic test of vehicles, except those marked with the
indication (X), which are related to the condition of the vehicle and its suitability for use on the road but which are
not considered essential in a periodic test.
Reasons for failure do not apply in cases where they refer to requirements which were not prescribed in the relevant
vehicle approval legislation at the time of first registration, first entry into service or retrofitting requirements.
Where a method of inspection is given as visual, it means that in addition to looking at the items, the inspector
should, if appropriate, also handle them, evaluate noise or use any other appropriate means of inspection without the
use of equipment.
2. SCOPE OF INSPECTION
The inspection shall cover at least the items listed below, provided that these are related to the installed equipment of
the vehicle being tested.
(0) Identification of the vehicle;
(1) Braking equipment;
(2) Steering;
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(3) Visibility;
(4) Lighting equipment and parts of electric system;
(5) Axles, wheels, tyres, suspension;
(6) Chassis and chassis attachments;
(7) Other equipment;
(8) Nuisance,
(9) Supplementary tests for passenger carrying vehicles M2 and M3
3. ROADWORTHINESS CERTIFICATE
The vehicle operator or driver must be notified in writing of the defects, the result of the test and the legal conse
quences.
Roadworthiness certificates issued in case of mandatory periodic vehicle tests shall cover at least the following
elements:
(1) VIN number
(2) registration plate number and country symbol of state of registration
(3) place and date of the test
(4) odometer reading at time of the test if available
(5) vehicle class if available
(6) identified defects (it is recommended to follow the numerical order of Paragraph 5 of this Annex) and its category
(7) overall assessment of the vehicle
(8) date of next periodical test (if this information is not provided by other means)
(9) name of inspection organisation and signature or identification of the inspector responsible for the test
4. MINIMUM INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
The inspection shall cover at least the items and use the minimum standards and methods listed below. Reasons for
failure are examples of defects that may be detected.
Item
Method
reasons for failure
0. IDENTIFICATION OF THE VEHICE

0.1.
Registration
number plates
(if needed by
requirements) (a)
Visual inspection
(a) Number plate(s) missing or so

insecure/fixed that it is (they
are) likely to fall off.
(b) Inscription missing or illegible.
(c) Not in accordance with vehicle
documents or records.
0.2.
Vehicle identifi
cation chassis/
serial number
Visual inspection
(a) Missing or can not be found.

(b) Incomplete, illegible.
(c) Not in accordance with vehicle
documents or records.
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1. BRAKING EQUIPMENT
1.1.
Mechanical condition and operation
1.1.1.
Service
brake
pedal/hand
lever pivot
Visual inspection of the components while the braking

system is operated.
(a) Pivot too tight.

(b) Excessive wear or play.
Note: Vehicles with power-assisted braking systems

should be inspected with the engine switched off.
1.1.2.
1.1.3.
Pedal/hand lever
condition and
travel of the
brake operating
device

system is operated
Vacuum pump
or compressor
and reservoirs
Visual inspection of the components at normal

working pressure. Check time required for vacuum
or air pressure to reach safe working value and
function of warning device, multi-circuit protection
valve and pressure relief valve.
Note: Vehicles with power-assisted braking systems

should be inspected with the engine switched off.
(a) Excessive or insufficient reserve

travel.
(b) Brake control
correctly.
not
releasing
(c) Anti-slip provision on brake

pedal missing, loose or worn
smooth.
(a) Insufficient pressure/vacuum to
give assistance for at least two
brake applications after the
warning device has operated (or
gauge shows an unsafe reading).
(b) Time taken to build up air
pressure/vacuum
to
safe
working value not in accordance
with the requirements (a)
(c) Multi-circuit protection valve or
pressure
relief
valve
not
working.
(d) Air leak causing a noticeable
drop in pressure or audible air
leaks.
(e) External damage likely to affect
the function of the braking
system.
1.1.4.
Low
pressure
warning gauge
or indicator
Functional check
Malfunctioning or defective gauge or

indicator.
1.1.5.
Hand
brake
valve

system is operated.
(a) Control cracked, damaged or

excessively worn.
operated
control
(b) Control insecure on valve or

valve insecure.
(c) Loose connections or leaks in
system.
(d) Unsatisfactory operation.
1.1.6.
Parking brake
activator, lever
control, parking
brake
ratchet,
electronic
parking brake

system is operated.
(a) Ratchet not holding correctly.

(b) Excessive wear at lever pivot or
in ratchet mechanism.
(c) Excessive movement of lever
indicating incorrect adjustment.
(d) Activator missing, damaged or
inoperative
(e) Incorrect functioning, warning
indicator shows malfunction
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Braking valves
(foot
valves,
unloaders,
governors)
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system is operated.
(a) Valve damaged or excessive air

leak.
(b) Excessive oil discharge from
compressor.
(c) Valve insecure or inadequately
mounted.
(d) Hydraulic fluid discharge or leak.
1.1.8.
Couplings for
trailer
brakes
(electrical and
pneumatic)
Disconnect and reconnect braking system coupling

between towing vehicle and trailer.
(a) Tap or
defective.
self
sealing
valve
(b) Tap or valve insecure or inad

equately mounted.
(c) Excessive leaks.
(d) Not functioning correctly
1.1.9.
Energy storage
reservoir
pressure tank
Visual inspection.
(a) Tank damaged,

leaking.
corroded
or
(b) Drain device inoperative.

(c) Tank insecure or inadequately
mounted.
1.1.10. Brake
servo
units,
master
cylinder
(hydraulic
systems)

system is operated.
(a) Defective or ineffective servo

unit.
(b) Master cylinder
leaking.
defective
or
(c) Master cylinder insecure.

(d) Insufficient brake fluid.
(e) Master cylinder reservoir cap
missing.
(f) Brake fluid warning
illuminated or defective.
light
(g) Incorrect functioning of brake

fluid level warning device.
1.1.11. Rigid
pipes
brake

system is operated.
(a) Imminent risk of failure or

fracture.
(b) Pipes or connections leaking.
(c) Pipes damaged or excessively
corroded.
(d) Pipes misplaced.
1.1.12. Flexible
hoses
brake

system is operated.
(a) Imminent risk of failure or

fracture.
(b) Hoses damaged, chafing, twisted
or too short
(c) Hoses or connections leaking.
(d) Hoses bulging under pressure.
(e) Hoses porous.
1.1.13. Brake
linings
and pads
Visual inspection.
(a) Lining or pad excessively worn.

(b) Lining or pad contaminated (oil,
grease etc.).
(c) Lining or pad missing
1.1.14. Brake
drums,
brake discs
Visual inspection.
(a) Drum or disc excessively worn,

excessively scored, cracked,
insecure or fractured.
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(b) Drum or disc contaminated (oil,

grease, etc.)
(c) Drum or disc missing
(d) Back plate insecure.
1.1.15. Brake
cables,
rods,
levers,
linkages
Visual inspection of the components while the

braking system is operated.
(a) Cable damaged or knotted.

(b) Component excessively worn or
corroded.
(c) Cable, rod or joint insecure.
(d) Cable guide defective.
(e) Restriction to free movement of
the braking system.
(f) Abnormal movement of the
levers/linkage indicating malad
justment or excessive wear.
1.1.16. Brake actuators

(including
spring brakes or
hydraulic
cylinders)

system is operated.
(a) Actuator cracked or damaged.

(b) Actuator leaking.
(c) Actuator insecure
equately mounted.
or
inad
(d) Actuator excessively corroded.

(e) Insufficient or excessive travel of
operating piston or diaphragm
mechanism.
(f) Dust
cover
missing
excessively damaged.
1.1.17. Load
valve
sensing

system is operated
or
(a) Defective linkage.

(b) Linkage incorrectly adjusted.
(c) Valve seized or inoperative.
(d) Valve missing.
(e) Missing data plate.
(f) Data illegible or not in
accordance with requirements (a)
1.1.18. Slack adjusters

and indicators
Visual inspection.
(a) Adjuster damaged, seized or

having abnormal movement,
excessive wear or incorrect
adjustment.
(b) Adjuster defective.
(c) Incorrectly installed or replaced.
1.1.19. Endurance
braking system
(where fitted or
required)
Visual inspection.
1.1.20. Automatic
operation
of
trailer brakes
Disconnect brake coupling between towing vehicle and

trailer.
Trailer brake does not apply auto

matically when coupling discon
nected.
1.1.21. Complete
braking system
Visual inspection
(a) Other system devices (e.g. antifreeze pump, air dryer, etc.)
damaged
externally
or
excessively corroded in a way
that adversely affects the
braking system.
(a) Insecure
mountings.
connectors
or
(b) System obviously defective or

missing.
(b) Leakage of air or anti-freeze.
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(c) Any component insecure or

inadequately mounted.
(d) Inappropriate repair or modifi
cation to any component (1)
1.1.22. Test
connections
(where fitted or
required)
Visual inspection
(a) Missing.
(b) Damaged, unusable or leaking.
1.2.
Service braking performance and efficiency
1.2.1.
Performance
during a test on a static brake testing machine or, if

impossible during a road test apply the brakes
progressively up to maximum effort.
(a) Inadequate braking effort on one

or more wheels.
(b) Braking effort from any wheel is
less than 70 % of maximum
effort recorded from the other
wheel on the same axle. Or in
the case of testing on the road,
the vehicle deviates excessively
from a straight line.
(c) No gradual variation in brake
effort (grabbing).
(d) Abnormal lag in brake operation
of any wheel.
(e) Excessive fluctuation of brake
force during each complete
wheel revolution.
1.2.2.
Efficiency
Test with a static brake testing machine or, if one

cannot be used for technical reasons, by a road test
using a recording decelerometer. Vehicles or a trailer
with a maximum permissible mass exceeding 3 500 kg
has to be inspected following the standards given by
ISO 21069 or equivalent methods.
Does not give at least the minimum

figure as follows
Road tests should be carried out under dry conditions

on a flat, straight road.
Category M1: 58 %,
Vehicles registered first time after

entry into force of this Directive:
Category N1: 50 %,
Category M2 and M3: 50 %,
Category N2 and N3: 50 %,
Category O2 (XX) (c), O3 and
O4:
for semi-trailers: 45 %
for draw-bar trailers: 50 %
Vehicles registered before entry into
force of this Directive:
Category N1: 45 %
Category M1, M2 and M3: 50 % (2)
Category N2 and N3: 43 % (3)
Category O2 (XX) (c), O3 and O4:
40 % (4)
Other categories (XX) (c),.
Categories L (both brakes):
Category L1e: 42 %
Category L2e, L6e: 40 %
Category L3e: 50 %
Category L4e: 46 %
Category L5e, L7e: 44 %
Categories L (rear wheel brake):
all categories: 25 %
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1.3.
Secondary (emergency) braking performance and efficiency (if met by separate system)
1.3.1.
Performance
If the secondary braking system is separate from the

service braking system, use the method specified in
1.2.1.
(a) Inadequate braking effort on one

or more wheels.
(b) Braking effort from any wheel is
less than 70 % of maximum
effort recorded from another
wheel on the same axle
specified. Or in the case of
testing on the road, the vehicle
deviates excessively from a
straight line.
(c) No gradual variation in brake
effort (grabbing).
1.3.2.
Efficiency
If the secondary braking system is separate from the

service braking system, use the method specified in
1.2.2.
Braking effort less than 50 % (5) of

the service brake performance
defined in section 1.2.2 in relation
to the maximum authorized mass
or, in the case of semi-trailers, to
the sum of the authorized axel loads
(except L1e and L3e).
1.4.
Parking braking performance and efficiency
1.4.1.
Performance
Apply the brake during a test on a static brake testing

machine and/or during a road test with a decele
rometer.
Brake inoperative on one side or in

the case of testing on the road, the
vehicle deviates excessively from a
straight line.
1.4.2.
Efficiency
Test with a static brake testing machine or by a road

test using either an indicating or recording decele
rometer or with the vehicle on a slope of known
gradient. Goods vehicles should, if possible, be tested
laden.
Does not give at least for all vehicles

a braking ratio of 16 % in relation
to the maximum authorized mass,
or, for motor vehicles, of 12 % in
relation to the maximum authorized
combination mass of the vehicle,
whichever is the greater
(except L1e and L3e).
1.5.
Endurance
braking system
performance
Visual inspection and, where possible test whether the

system functions.
(a) No gradual variation of effi

ciency (not applicable to
exhaust brake systems).
(b) System not functioning.
1.6.
Anti-lock
braking system
(ABS)
Visual inspection and inspection of warning device.
(a) Warning device malfunctioning.

(b) Warning device shows system
malfunction.
(c) Wheel speed sensors missing or
damaged
(d) Wirings damaged
(e) Other components missing or
damaged
1.7.
Electronic brake
system (EBS)
Visual inspection of warning device.
(a) Warning device malfunctioning.

(b) Warning device shows system
malfunction.
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2. STEERING
2.1.
Mechanical condition
2.1.1.
Steering
condition
gear
With the vehicle over a pit or on a hoist and with the

road wheels off the ground or on turn tables, rotate
the steering wheel from lock to lock. Visual inspection
of the operation of the steering gear.
(a) Roughness in operation of gear.

(b) Sector shaft twisted or splines
worn.
(c) Excessive wear in sector shaft.
(d) Excessive movement of sector
shaft.
(e) Leaking.
2.1.2.
Steering
gear
casing
attachment
With vehicle on a pit or hoist and the weight of the

vehicle road wheels on the ground, rotate steering/
handle bar wheel clock-wise and anticlockwise or
using a specially adapted wheel play detector. Visual
inspection of the attachment of gear casing to chassis.
(a) Steering gear casing not properly

attached.
(b) Elongated fixing holes in chassis.
(c) Missing or fractured fixing bolts.
(d) Steering gear casing fractured.
2.1.3.
Steering linkage
condition

road wheel on ground, rock steering wheel clockwise
and anti-clockwise or using a specially adapted wheel
play detector. Visual inspection of steering
components for wear, fractures and security.
(a) Relative movement between

components which should be
fixed.
(b) Excessive wear at joints.
(c) Fractures or deformation of any
component.
(d) Absence of locking devices.
(e) Misalignment of components
(e.g. track rod or drag link).
(f) Inappropriate repair or modifi
cation.
(g) Dust cover missing, damaged or
severely deteriorated.
2.1.4.
2.1.5.
Steering linkage
operation
Power steering

road wheels on ground and the engine running (power
steering), rotate steering wheel from lock to lock.
Visual inspection of movement of linkages.
Check steering system for leaks and hydraulic fluid
reservoir level (if visible). With the road wheels on
ground and with the engine running, check that the
power steering system is operating.
(a) Moving steering linkage fouling

a fixed part of chassis.
(b) Steering stops not operating or
missing.
(a) Fluid leak.
(b) Insufficient fluid.
(c) Mechanism not working.
(d) Mechanism fractured or insecure.
(e) Misalignment
components.
or
fouling
of
(f) Inappropriate repair or modifi

cation.
(g) Cables/hoses damaged,
sively corroded.
2.2.
Steering wheel, column and handle bar
2.2.1.
Steering wheel/
handle
bar
condition
With the road wheels on the ground, rock steering

wheel from side to side at right angles to column
and apply slight downward and upward pressure.
Visual inspection of play.
exces-
(a) Relative movement between

steering wheel and column indi
cating looseness.
(b) Absence of retaining device on
steering wheel hub
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(c) Fracture or looseness of steering

wheel hub, rim or spokes
2.2.2.
Steering
column/yokes
and forks
With the vehicle over a pit or on a hoist and the mass

of the vehicle on the ground, push and pull the
steering wheel in line with column, push steering
wheel/handle bar in various directions at right angles
to the column/forks. Visual inspection of play, and
condition of flexible couplings or universal joints.
(a) Excessive movement of centre of

steering wheel up or down.
(b) Excessive movement of top of
column radially from axis of
column.
(c) Deteriorated flexible coupling.
(d) Attachment defective.
(e) inappropriate repair or modifi
cation
2.3.
Steering play
With the vehicle over a pit or on a hoist, the mass of

the vehicle on the road-wheels, the engine running for
vehicles with power steering and with the road wheels
in the straight-ahead position, lightly turn the steering
wheel clockwise and anti-clockwise as far as possible
without moving the road wheels. Visual inspection of
free movement.
Free play in steering excessive (for

example movement of a point on
the rim exceeding one fifth of the
diameter of the steering wheel or
not in accordance with the
requirements (a).
2.4.
Wheel
alignment (X) (b)
Check alignment of steered wheels with suitable

equipment.
Alignment not in accordance with

vehicle manufacturers data or
requirements (a).
2.5.
Trailer steered
axle turntable
Visual inspection or using a specially adapted wheel

play detector
(a) Component damaged or cracked.

(b) Excessive play.
(c) Attachment defective.
2.6.
Electronic
Power Steering
(EPS)
Visual inspection and consistency check between the

angle of the steering wheel and the angle of the wheels
when switching on/off the engine
(a) EPS Malfunction Indicator Lamp

(MIL) indicates any kind of
failure of the system.
(b) Inconsistency between the angle
of the steering wheel and the
angle of the wheels.
(c) power assistance not working
3. VISIBILITY
3.1.
Field of vision
Visual inspection from driving seat.
Obstruction within drivers field of

view that materially affects his view
in front or to the sides.
3.2.
Condition
glass
Visual inspection.
(a) Cracked or discoloured glass or

transparent panel (if permitted).
of
(b) Glass or transparent panel

(including reflecting or tinted
film) that does not comply
with specifications in the
requirements (a) (XX) (c),
(c) Glass or transparent panel in
unacceptable condition.
3.3.
Rear-view
mirrors
devices
or
Visual inspection.
(a) Mirror or device missing or not

fitted
according
to
the
requirements (a).
(b) Mirror or device inoperative,
damaged, loose or insecure.
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Windscreen
wipers
Visual inspection and by operation.
3.5.
Windscreen
washers
Washers not operating adequately.
3.6
Demisting
system (X) (b)
System inoperative or obviously

defective.
(a) Wipers not operating or missing

(b) Wiper
blade
missing
obviously defective.
or
4. LAMPS, REFLECTORS AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

4.1.
Headlamps
4.1.1.
Condition
operation
and
(a) Defective or missing light/light

source.
(b) Defective or missing projection
system (reflector and lens).
(c) Lamp not securely attached.
4.1.2.
Alignment
Determine the horizontal aim of each headlamp on

dipped beam using a headlamp aiming device or a
screen.
Aim of a headlamp not within limits

laid down in the requirements (a).
4.1.3.
Switching
(a) Switch does not operate

accordance
with
requirements (a) (Number
headlamps illuminated at
same time)
(b) Function of
impaired.
4.1.4.
Compliance
with
requirements (a).
control
in
the
of
the
device
(a) Lamp, emitted colour, position

or intensity not in accordance
with the requirements (a).
(b) Products on lens or light source
which obviously reduce light
intensity or change emitted
colour.
(c) Light source and lamp not
compatible
Levelling devices
(where
mandatory)
Visual inspection and by operation if possible.
4.1.6.
Headlamp
cleaning device
(where
mandatory)
Visual inspection and by operation if possible.
4.2.
Front and rear position lamps, side marker lamps and end outline marker lamps
4.2.1.
Condition
operation
4.1.5.
and
(a) Device not operating.

(b) Manual device cannot
operated from drivers seat.
Device not operating.
(a) Defective light source.

(b) Defective lens.
be
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Method
Switching
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reasons for failure
(a) Switch does not operate in

accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
(b) Function of
impaired.
4.2.3.
Compliance
with
requirements (a).
control
device

(b) Products on lens or light source
which reduce light intensity or
change emitted colour.
4.3.
Stop Lamps
4.3.1.
Condition
operation
and

(b) Defective lens.
4.3.2.
Switching
(a) Switch does not operate in

accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
(b) Function of
impaired.
4.3.3.
Compliance
with
requirements (a).
4.4.
Direction indicator and hazard warning lamps
4.4.1.
Condition
operation
and
control
device
Lamp, emitted colour, position or

intensity not in accordance with
the requirements (a).

(b) Defective lens.
(c) Lamp not securely attached
4.4.2.
Switching
Switch does not operate in

accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
4.4.3.
Compliance
with
requirements (a).
Lamp, emitted colour, position or

intensity not in accordance with
4.4.4.
Flashing
frequency
Rate of flashing not in accordance

4.5.
Front and rear fog lamps
4.5.1.
Condition
operation
and

(b) Defective lens.
4.5.2.
Alignment
(X) (b)
by operation and using a headlamp aiming device
Front fog lamp out of horizontal

alignment when the light pattern
has cut-off line
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Method
reasons for failure
4.5.3.
Switching

accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
4.5.4.
Compliance
with
requirements (a).

with the requirements (a)
(b) System does not operate in
accordance
with
the
requirements (a)
4.6.
Reversing lamps
4.6.1.
Condition
operation
and

(b) Defective lens.
4.6.2.
Compliance
with
requirements (a)

(b) System does not operate in
accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
4.6.3.
Switching
4.7.
Rear registration plate lamp
4.7.1.
Condition
operation
and

accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
(a) Lamp throwing direct light to

the rear.
(b) Defective light source.
System does not operate in

accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
4.7.2.
Compliance
with
requirements (a)
4.8.
Retro-reflectors, conspicuity (retro reflecting) markings and rear marker plates
4.8.1.
Condition
Visual inspection.
(a) Reflecting equipment defective

or damaged.
(b) Reflector not securely attached.
Visual inspection.
4.8.2.
Compliance
with
requirements (a)
4.9.
Tell-tales mandatory for lighting equipment
4.9.1.
Condition
operation
4.9.2.
Compliance
with
requirements (a)
and
Device, reflected colour or position

not in accordance with the
requirements (a).
Not operating.
Not in accordance
requirements (a).
with
the
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Electrical
connections
between towing
vehicle
and
trailer or semitrailer
Visual inspection: if possible examine the electrical

continuity of the connection.
Electrical wiring
Visual inspection with vehicle over a pit or on a hoist,

including inside the engine compartment in some
cases.
reasons for failure
(a) Fixed components not securely

attached.
(b) Damaged or deteriorated insu
lation.
(c) Trailer or towing vehicle elec
trical connections not func
tioning correctly.
(a) Wiring
insecure
adequately secured.
or
not
(b) Wiring deteriorated

(c) Damaged or deteriorated insu
lation.
4.12.
Non obligatory
lamps
and
retro-reflectors
(X) (b)
(a) A lamp/retro-reflector fitted not

in
accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
(b) Lamp
operation
not
accordance
with
requirements (a).
in
the
(c) Lamp/retro-reflector not securely

attached.
4.13.
Battery(ies)
Visual inspection.
(a) Insecure.
(b) Leaking.
(c) Defective switch (if required).
(d) Defective fuses (if required).
(e) inappropriate
required)
ventilation
(if
5. AXLES, WHEELS, TYRES AND SUSPENSION
5.1.
Axles
5.1.1.
Axles
5.1.2.
Stub axles
Visual inspection with vehicle over a pit or on a hoist.

Wheel play detectors may be used and are recom
mended for vehicles over 3,5 tonnes gross vehicle
mass (GVM).

mended for vehicles over 3,5 tonnes GVM. Apply a
vertical or lateral force to each wheel and note the
amount of movement between the axle beam and
stub axle.
(a) Axle fractured or deformed.

(b) Insecure fixing to vehicle.
(c) Inappropriate repair or modifi
cation.
(a) Stub axle fractured.

(b) Excessive wear in the swivel pin
and/or bushes.
(c) Excessive movement between
stub axle and axle beam.
(d) Stub axle pin loose in axle.
5.1.3.
Wheel bearings
Visual inspection with the vehicle over a pit or on a

hoist. Wheel play detectors may be used and are
recommended for vehicles over 3,5 tonnes GVM.
Rock the wheel or apply a lateral force to each
wheel and note the amount of upward movement of
the wheel relative to the stub axle.
(a) Excessive
bearing.
play
(b) Wheel bearing

jammed.
in
wheel
too
tight,
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5.2.
Wheels and tyres
5.2.1.
Road wheel hub
Visual inspection.
8.7.2010
reasons for failure
(a) Any wheel nuts or studs missing

or loose.
(b) Hub worn or damaged
5.2.2.
Visual inspection of both sides of each wheel with

vehicle over a pit or on a hoist.
Wheels
(a) Any fracture or welding defect

(b) Tyre retaining rings not properly
fitted.
(c) Wheel badly distorted or worn.
(d) Wheel size or type not in
accordance
with
the
requirements (a) and effecting
road safety
5.2.3.
Visual inspection of the entire tyre by either rotating

the road wheel with it off the ground and the vehicle
over a pit or on a hoist, or by rolling the vehicle
backwards and forwards over a pit.
Tyres
(a) Tyre size, load capacity, approval

mark or speed rating not in
accordance
with
the
requirements (a) and effecting
road safety
(b) Tyres on same axle or on twin
wheels of different sizes.
(c) Tyres on same axle of different
construction (radial/cross-ply).
(d) Any serious damage or cut to
tyre.
(e) Tyre tread depth not in
accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
(f) Tyre rubbing
components.
against
other
(g) Re-grooved
tyres
not
in
accordance with requirements (a).
(h) air pressure monitoring system
malfunctioning or obviously
inoperative
5.3.
Suspension system
5.3.1.
Springs
stabilizer
and

mended for vehicles over 3,5 tonnes GVM.
(a) Insecure attachment of springs

to chassis or axle.
(b) A damaged or fractured spring
component.
(c) spring missing
(d) inappropriate repair or modifi
cation
5.3.2.
Shock absorbers
Visual inspection with vehicle over a pit or on a hoist

or using special equipment, if available.
(a) Insecure attachment of shock

absorbers to chassis or axle.
(b) Damaged
shock
absorber
showing signs of severe leakage
or malfunction.
5.3.2.1. efficiency testing

of
damping
(X) (b)
Use special equipment and compare left/right

differences and/or absolute values given by manu
factures
(a) significant difference

left and right
(b) given minimum
reached
between
values
not
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Torque tubes,
radius
arms,
wishbones and
suspension arms
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Method
reasons for failure

(a) Insecure
attachment
of
component to chassis or axle.
(b) A damaged, fractured or
excessively corroded component.
(c) Inappropriate repair or modifi
cation.
5.3.4.
Suspension
joints

(a) Excessive wear in swivel pin and/

or bushes or at suspension
joints.
(b) Dust cover missing or severely
deteriorated.
5.3.5.
Air suspension
Visual inspection
(a) System inoperable.

(b) Any
component
damaged,
modified or deteriorated in a
way that would adversely affect
the functioning of the system
(c) audible system leakage
6. CHASSIS AND CHASSIS ATTACHMENTS

6.1.
Chassis or frame and attachments
6.1.1.
General
condition
a) Fracture or deformation of any

side or cross member.
b) Insecurity of strengthening plates
or fastenings.
c) Excessive corrosion which affects
the rigidity of the assembly.
6.1.2.
Exhaust pipes
and silencers
a) Insecure
system.
or
leaking
exhaust
b) Fumes entering cab or passengers

compartment.
6.1.3.
Fuel tank and

pipes (including
heating
fuel
tank and pipes)
Visual inspection with vehicle over a pit or on a hoist,

use of leak detecting devices in case of LPG/CNG
systems.
(a) Insecure tank or pipes.

(b) Leaking fuel or missing or inef
fective filler cap.
(c) Damaged or chafed pipes.
(d) Fuel stopcock (if required) not
operating correctly.
(e) Fire risk due to
leaking fuel,
fuel
tank
or
exhaust
improperly shielded,
engine
condition,
compartment
(f) LPG/CNG or hydrogen system

not
in
accordance
with
requirements (a).
6.1.4.
Bumpers, lateral
protection and
rear underrun
devices
Visual inspection.
(a) Looseness or damage likely to

cause injury when grazed or
contacted.
(b) Device
obviously
not
compliance
with
requirements (a).
in
the
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6.1.5.
Spare
wheel
carrier (if fitted)
Method
Visual inspection.
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reasons for failure
(a) Carrier not in proper condition

(b) Carrier fractured or insecure.
(c) A spare wheel not securely fixed
in carrier and likely to fall off.
6.1.6.
Coupling
mechanisms
and
towing
equipment
Visual inspection for wear and correct operation with

special attention to any safety device fitted and/or use
of measuring gauge.
(a) Component damaged, defective

or cracked.
(b) Excessive wear in a component.
(c) Attachment defective.
(d) Any safety device missing or not
operating correctly.
(e) Any indicator not working.
(f) Obstruct registration plate or
any lamp (when not in use)
(g) Inappropriate repair or modifi
cation.
6.1.7.
Transmission
Visual inspection.
(a) Loose or missing securing bolts.

(b) Excessive wear in transmission
shaft bearings.
(c) Excessive
joints.
wear
in
universal
(d) Deteriorated flexible couplings.

(e) A damaged or bent shaft.
(f) Bearing housing fractured or
insecure.
(g) Dust cover missing or severely
deteriorated.
(h) Illegal power-train modification
6.1.8.
Engine
mountings
Visual inspection not necessarily on a pit or hoist.
Deteriorated, obviously and severely

damaged, loose or fractured
mountings.
6.1.9.
Engine
performance
Visual inspection
(a) Control unit illegal modified

(b) illegal engine modification
6.2.
Cab and bodywork
6.2.1.
Condition
Visual inspection.
(a) A loose or damaged panel or

part likely to cause injury.
(b) Insecure body pillar.
(c) Permitting entry of engine or
exhaust fumes.
(d) Inappropriate repair or modifi
cation.
6.2.2.
Mounting
Visual inspection over a pit or on a hoist.
(a) Body or cab insecure.

(b) Body/cab obviously not located
squarely on chassis.
(c) Insecure or missing fixing of
body/cab to chassis or cross
members.
(d) Excessive corrosion at fixing
points on integral bodies.
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6.2.3.
Method
Doors and door

catches
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reasons for failure
(a) A door will not open or close

properly.
Visual inspection.
(b) A door likely to open inad

vertently or one that will not
remain closed.
(c) Door, hinges, catches, pillar,
missing, loose or deteriorated.
6.2.4.
Floor
Visual inspection over a pit or on a hoist.
Floor insecure or badly deteriorated
6.2.5.
Drivers seat
Visual inspection.
(a) A loose seat or seat with

defective structure.
(b) Adjustment mechanism
functioning correctly.
6.2.6.
Visual inspection.
Other seats
not
(a) Seats in defective condition or

insecure.
(b) Seats fitted not in accordance
with requirements (a).
6.2.7.
Driving controls
6.2.8.
Cab steps
Visual inspection.
Any control necessary for the safe

operation of the vehicle not func
tioning correctly.
(a) Step or step ring insecure.
(b) Step or ring in a condition likely
to cause injury to users.
6.2.9.
Other interior
and
exterior
fittings
and
equipment
Visual inspection.
(a) Attachment of other fitting or

equipment defective.
(b) Other fitting or equipment not
in
accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
(c) Leaking hydraulic equipment
6.2.10. Mudguards
(wings), spray
suppression
devices
Visual inspection.
(a) Missing, loose or badly corroded.

(b) Insufficient clearance to road
wheel.
(c) Not in accordance with the
requirements (a).
7. OTHER EQUIPMENT
7.1.
Safety-belts/buckles and restraint systems
7.1.1.
Security
safety-belts/
buckles
mounting
of
Condition
safety-belts/
buckles.
of
7.1.2.
Visual inspection.
(a) Anchorage
deteriorated.
point
badly
(b) Anchorage loose
(a) Mandatory safety-belt missing or

not fitted.
(b) Safety-belt damaged.
(c) Safety-belt not in accordance
(d) Safety-belt buckle damaged or
not functioning correctly.
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reasons for failure
(e) Safety-belt retractor damaged or

not functioning correctly.
7.1.3.
Safety belt Load

limiter
Visual inspection
Load limiter obviously missing or

not suitable with the vehicle
7.1.4.
Safety belt Pretensioners
Visual inspection
Pre-tensioner obviously missing or

not suitable with the vehicle
7.1.5.
Airbag
Visual inspection
(a) Airbags obviously missing or

not suitable with the vehicle.
(b) Airbag obviously non operative
7.1.6.
SRS Systems
Visual inspection of MIL
7.2.
Fire extinguisher
(X) (b)
Visual inspection.
Visual
inspection and
by operation
Visual inspection.
Warning
triangle (if required) (X) (b)
Visual inspection.
7.5.
First aid kit. (if

required) (X) (b)
Visual inspection.
Missing, incomplete or
accordance
with
requirements (a).
7.6.
Wheel chocks
(wedges) (if required) (X) (b)
Visual inspection.
Missing or not in good condition.
7.7.
Audible
warning device
7.3.
7.4.
SRS MIL indicates any kind of

failure of the system
(a) Missing.
(b) Not in accordance with the
requirements (a).
(a) Device not functioning to
prevent vehicle being driven.
(b) Defective
or
inadvertently
locking or blocking
(a) Missing or incomplete.
(b) Not in accordance with the
requirements (a).
not
in
the
(a) Not working.

(b) Control insecure.
requirements (a).
7.8.
Speedometer
Visual inspection or by operation during road test or

by electronically means..
(a) Not fitted in accordance with the

requirements (a).
(b) Not operational.
(c) Not
capable
illuminated.
7.9.
Tachograph (if
fitted/required)
Visual inspection.
of
being

requirements (a).
(b) Not operational.
(c) Defective or missing seals.
(d) Calibration
plaque missing,
illegible or out of date.
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reasons for failure
(e) Obvious tampering or manipu

lation.
(f) Size of tyres not compatible
with calibration parameters
7.10.
Speed limitation
device (if fitted/
required)
Visual inspection and by operation if equipment

available.

requirements (a).
(b) Obviously not operational.
(c) Incorrect set speed (if checked)
(d) Defective or missing seals.
(e) Calibration
plaque missing,
illegible or out of date.
(f) size of tyres not compatible with
calibration parameters
7.11.
7.12.
Odometer
if
available (X) (b)
Visual inspection
Electronic
Stability Control
(ESC) if fitted/
required
Visual inspection
(a) obviously manipulated (fraud)

(b) obviously inoperative
(a) Wheel speed sensors missing or

damaged
(b) Wirings damaged
(c) Other components missing or
damaged
(d) Switch damaged or not func
tioning correctly
(e) ESC MIL indicates any kind of
failure of the system
8. NUISANCE
8.1.
Noise
8.1.1.
Noise
suppression
system
Subjective evaluation (unless the inspector considers

that the noise level may be borderline, in which case
a standing noise test using a noise meter may be
conducted)
8.2.
Exhaust emissions
8.2.1.
Petrol engine emissions
8.2.1.1. Exhaust
emissions
control
equipment
Visual inspection
(a) Noise levels in excess of those

permitted in the requirements (a).
(b) Any part of the noise
suppression system loose, likely
to fall off, damaged, incorrectly
fitted, missing or obviously
modified in a way that would
adversely affect the noise levels.
(a) Emission control equipment

fitted by the manufacturer
absent, modified or obviously
defective.
(b) Leaks which would
emission measurements
affect
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Item
8.2.1.2. Gaseous
emissions
8.7.2010
Method
reasons for failure
Measurement using an exhaust gas analyser in

accordance with the requirements (a). Alternatively,
for vehicles equipped with suitable on-board diagnostic
systems, the proper functioning of the emission system
can be checked by appropriate reading of the OBD
device and checks on the proper functioning of the
OBD system in place of emission measurements at
engine idle in accordance with the manufacturers
conditioning
recommendations
and
other
requirements (a).
(a) Either, gaseous emissions exceed

the specific levels given by the
manufacturer;
(b) Or, if this information is not
available, the CO emissions
exceed,
i) for vehicles not controlled by
an advanced emission control
system,
4,5 %, or,
3,5 %,
according to the date of first
registration or use specified
in requirements (a).
ii) for vehicles controlled by an
advanced emission control
system,
at engine idle: 0,5 %,
at high idle: 0,3 %,
or
at engine idle: 0,3 % (6)
at high idle: 0,2 %,
according to the date of first
registration or use specified
in requirements (a).
(c) Lambda outside the range
1 0,03 or not in accordance
with the manufacturers specifi
cation
(d) OBD
readout
indicating
significant malfunction
8.2.2.
Diesel engine emissions
8.2.2.1. Exhaust
emission
control
equipment
Visual inspection
8.2.2.2. Opacity
(a) Exhaust gas opacity to be measured during free

acceleration (no load from idle up to cut-off
speed) with gear lever in neutral and clutch
engaged.
Vehicles registered or
put into service before
1 January 1980 are
exempted from this
requirement
(a) Emission control equipment

fitted by the manufacturer
absent or obviously defective
(b) Leaks which would
emission measurements
(b) Vehicle preconditioning:

1. Vehicles may be tested without preconditioning
although for safety reasons checks should be
made that the engine is warm and in a satis
factory mechanical condition.
2. precondition requirements:
(i) Engine shall be fully warm, for instance the
engine oil temperature measured by a probe
in the oil level dipstick tube to be at least
80 C, or normal operating temperature if
lower, or the engine block temperature
measured by the level of infrared radiation
to be at least an equivalent temperature. If,
owing to vehicle configuration, this
measurement is impractical, the estab
lishment of the engines normal operating
temperature may be made by other means,
affect
(a) For vehicles registered or put

into service for the first time
after the date specified in
requirements (a),
opacity exceeds the level
recorded on the manufacturers
plate on the vehicle;
(b) Where this information is not
available or requirements (a). do
not allow the use of reference
values,
for naturally aspirated engines:
2,5 m-1,
for
turbo-charged
3,0 m-1,
engines:
or, for vehicles identified in

requirements (a).
or
first
registered or put into service
for the first time after the date
specified in requirements (a),
1,5 m-1 (7).
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reasons for failure
for example by the operation of the engine

cooling fan.
(ii) Exhaust system shall be purged by at least three
free acceleration cycles or by an equivalent
method.
(c) Test procedure:
1. Engine and any turbocharger fitted, to be at idle
before the start of each free acceleration cycle.
For heavy-duty diesels, this means waiting for at
least 10 seconds after the release of the throttle.
2. To initiate each free acceleration cycle, the
throttle pedal must be fully depressed quickly
and continuously (in less than one second)
but not violently, so as to obtain maximum
delivery from the injection pump.
3. During each free acceleration cycle, the engine
shall reach cut-off speed or, for vehicles with
automatic transmissions, the speed specified by
the manufacturer or if this data is not available
then two thirds of the cut-off speed, before the
throttle is released. This could be checked, for
instance, by monitoring engine speed or by
allowing a sufficient time to elapse between
initial throttle depression and release, which in
the case of vehicles of category 1 and 2 of
Annex 1, should be at least two seconds.
4. Vehicles shall only be failed if the arithmetic
means of at least the last three free acceleration
cycles are in excess of the limit value. This may
be calculated by ignoring any measurement that
departs significantly from the measured mean,
or the result of any other statistical calculation
that takes account of the scattering of the
measurements. Member States may limit the
number of test cycles.
5. To avoid unnecessary testing, Member States
may fail vehicles which have measured values
significantly in excess of the limit values after
less than three free acceleration cycles or after
the purging cycles. Equally to avoid unnecessary
testing, Member States may pass vehicles which
have measured values significantly below the
limits after less than three free acceleration
cycles or after the purging cycles
8.3.
Electromagnetic interference suppression
Radio-interference (X) (b)
Visual examination.
8.4.
Other items related to the environment
8.4.1.
Fluid leaks
Visual examination
Any
requirements
of
requirements (a) not met.
Any excessive fluid leak likely to

harm the environment or to pose
a safety risk to other road users
9. SUPPLEMENTARY TESTS FOR PASSENGER CARRYING VEHICLES M2, M3

9.1.
Doors
9.1.1.
Entrance
exit doors
and
Visual inspection and by operation
the
(a) Defective operation

(b) Deteriorated condition
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reasons for failure
(c) Defective emergency control

(d) Remote control of doors or
warning devices defective
(e) Not in accordance with the
requirements (a).
9.1.2.
Emergency exits
Visual inspection and by operation (where appropriate)
(a) defective operation

(b) Emergency exits signs missing or
illegible
(c) Missing hammer to break glass
(d) Not
in
accordance
requirements (a).
9.2.
Demisting and
defrosting
system (X) (b)
(a) Not operating correctly

(b) Emission of toxic or exhaust
gases into drivers or passenger
compartment
(c) Defective
compulsory)
9.3.
Ventilation and
heating system
(X) (b)
9.4.
Seats
9.4.1.
Passenger seats
(including seats
for
accom
panying
personnel)
with
defrosting
(if
(a) Defective operation

(b) Emission of toxic or exhaust
gases into drivers or passenger
compartment
Visual inspection
a) Seats in defective condition or

insecure
b) Folding seats (if allowed) not
working automatically
c) Not in accordance with the
requirements (a).
9.4.2.
Drivers
seat
(additional
require-ments)
Visual inspection
a) Defective special devices such as

anti-glare shield or anti-dazzle
screen
b) Protection for driver insecure or
not
in
accordance
with
requirements (a).
9.5.
Interior lighting
and destination
devices (X) (b)
Device defective or not in

accordance with requirements (a).
9.6.
Gangways,
standing areas
Visual inspection
(a) Insecure floor.

(b) Defective rails or grab handles.
requirements (a).
9.7.
Stairs and steps
Visual inspection and by operation (where appropriate)
(a) Deteriorated
condition
or
damaged
(b) Retractable steps not operating

correctly
EN
8.7.2010
Item
Method
L 173/71
reasons for failure
(c) Not
in
accordance
requirements (a).
with
9.8.
Passenger
communication
system (X) (b)
Defective system
9.9.
Notices (X) (b)
Visual inspection.
(a) missing, erroneous or illegible

notice
(b) not
in
accordance
requirements (a).
9.10.
with
Requirements regarding the transport of children. (X) (b)
9.10.1. Doors
Visual inspection
Protection of doors not in

accordance
with
the
requirements (a).
regarding
this
form of transport.
9.10.2. Signalling and

special
equipment
Visual inspection
Signalling or special equipment

absent or not in accordance with
requirements (a).
9.11.
Requirements regarding the transport of disabled persons (X) (b)
9.11.1. Doors,
ramps
and lifts
(a) Defective operation.

(b) Deteriorated condition.
(c) Defective control(s).
(d) Defective warning device(s).
(e) Not in accordance with the
requirements (a).
9.11.2. Wheelchair
fixings
Visual inspection and by operation if appropriate
(a) Defective operation.

(b) Deteriorated condition.
(c) Defective control(s).
(d) Not in accordance with the
requirements (a).
9.11.3. Signalling and

special
equipment
9.12.
Visual inspection
Signalling or special equipment

absent or not in accordance with
requirements (a).
Other special equipment (X) (b)
9.12.1. Installations for

food
prep
aration
Visual inspection
9.12.2. Sanitary
lation
Visual inspection
instal
(a) installation not in accordance

(b) installation damaged to such an
extent that it would be
dangerous to use it.
Installation not in accordance with
L 173/72
EN
Item
9.12.3. Other
devices
(e.g. audiovisual
systems)
Method
Visual inspection
8.7.2010
reasons for failure
Not in accordance
requirements (a).
with
the
(1) Inappropriate repair or modification means a repair or modification that adversely affects the road safety of the vehicle or has a
negative effect on the environment.
(2) 48 % for vehicles not fitted with ABS or type approved before 1 October 1991.
(3) 45 % for vehicles registered after 1988 or from the date specified in requirements whichever is the later.
(4) 43 % for semi-trailers and draw-bar trailers registered after 1988 or from the date in requirements whichever is the later.
(5) 2,2 m/s2 for N1, N2 and N3 vehicles.
(6) Type-approved according to limits in row A or B section 5.3.1.4. of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC as amended by Directive 98/69/
EC or later or first registered or put into service after 1 July 2002.
(7) Type approved according to limits in row B section 5.3.1.4. of Annex I to Directive 70/220/EEC as amended by Directive 98/69/EC or
later; row B1, B2 or C section 6.2.1 of Annex I to Directive 88/77/EEC as amended by Directive 1999/96/EC or later or first registered
or put into service after 1 July 2008.
Notes:
(a) requirements are laid down by type-approval requirements at the date of approval, first registration or first entry into service as well as
retrofitting obligations or national legislation in the country of registration.
(b) (X) Identifies items which are related to the condition of the vehicle and its suitability for use on the road but which are not considered
essential in a periodic inspection
(c) (XX) This reason for failure only applies if testing is required by national legislation.

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8.7.

Official Journal of the European Union

COMMISSION DIRECTIVE 2010/48/EU

To facilitate further harmonisation and for reasons of

Roadworthiness tests should cover all items relevant to

Member States have extended the periodic test

In addition to the items related to safety, security and

To facilitate the functioning of the internal market, and

Further work needs to be done in the field of developing

The measures provided for in this Directive are in

Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European

Having regard to Directive 2009/40/EC of the European

In the interests of road-safety, environmental protection

Standards and methods, as referred to in Art. 6 (1) of

The findings of two projects, Autofore (2) and Idelsy (3)

The current state of vehicle technology requires modern

(1) OJ L 141, 6.6.2009, p. 12.

Official Journal of the European Union

HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:

Done at Brussels, 5 July 2010.

Official Journal of the European Union

Official Journal of the European Union

reasons for failure

0. IDENTIFICATION OF THE VEHICE

(a) Number plate(s) missing or so

(a) Missing or can not be found.

Official Journal of the European Union

reasons for failure

Mechanical condition and operation

Visual inspection of the components while the braking

(a) Pivot too tight.

Note: Vehicles with power-assisted braking systems

Visual inspection of the components while the braking

Visual inspection of the components at normal

Note: Vehicles with power-assisted braking systems

(a) Excessive or insufficient reserve

(c) Anti-slip provision on brake

Malfunctioning or defective gauge or

Visual inspection of the components while the braking

(a) Control cracked, damaged or

(b) Control insecure on valve or

Visual inspection of the components while the braking

(a) Ratchet not holding correctly.

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reasons for failure

Visual inspection of the components while the braking

(a) Valve damaged or excessive air

Disconnect and reconnect braking system coupling

(b) Tap or valve insecure or inad

(a) Tank damaged,

(b) Drain device inoperative.

Visual inspection of the components while the braking

(a) Defective or ineffective servo

(c) Master cylinder insecure.

(g) Incorrect functioning of brake

Visual inspection of the components while the braking

(a) Imminent risk of failure or

Visual inspection of the components while the braking