Taxi Testing Manual - Lights

2.6 Lights

Reverse lamps

Reverse should be fitted as per manufacturers specification

Method of Inspection

• Check that a reverse lamp
  • Is working
  • That lamps are illuminated when vehicle is in reverse gear
  • Does not flicker when tapped lightly

Reason for Rejection

• A reverse lamp
  • Is missing, does not emit a steady white light or emit a light other than white whilst in reverse gear
  • Incomplete, not in good working order or not visible from a reasonable distance
  • Is insecure, obscured or not facing to the rear
  • Flickers when tapped lightly by hand
  • Adversely affected by the operation of any other lamp

All lamps

Method of Inspection

• All fitted lamps must work correctly

Reason for Rejection

• A fitted lamp not working correctly or not complying with terms above above