New MOT Rules Come Into Force for Four Types of Vehicles Today

New MOT rules come into force for four types of vehicles today

Drivers will need to make sure they display a special sticker

New MOT test changes launching tomorrow could have huge impact on drivers

Significant MOT changes have been announced that will tighten rules around car headlights, which could "revolutionise the bulb market".Under new rules being rolled out tomorrow (October 14, 2026), MOT testers must accept ECE-approved LED replacement (LEDr) bulbs in compatible halogen headlamp units.The change will apply to Class 3, 4, 5 and 7 vehicles with existing halogen headlamp units that have been fitted with ECE-approved LED replacement bu…

New MOT rules allow approved LED headlight upgrades for taxis

Taxi and private hire vehicle operators across Great Britain can use certain approved LED replacement headlamp bulbs under MOT rules taking effect from today. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) set out the change in MOT Special Notice 05-26, issued on 13 October. It applies to ECE-approved LED replacements fitted to compatible halogen headlamp units in Class 3, 4, 5 and 7 vehicles. Class 4 includes taxis and private hire vehicles car…