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What are the MoT rules on changing halogen headlights to LEDs?

If I change halogen headlights to LEDs will they pass the MoT testing?

Asked on 7 December 2021 by brancxy

Answered by Sarah Tooze
The DVSA says that vehicles with converted halogen headlamp units first used on or after 1 April 1986 will continue to fail the MoT. See full guidance here: www.gov.uk/government/publications/special-notice-...s

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