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Thinking of retro-fitting LED replacement headlamp bulbs into your vehicle?

A new MOT rule means you can fit ECE approved bulbs legally for the first time. Your vehicle will then pass its MOT. Previously, LED bulb conversions in halogen headlamps have been rejected at MOT test because no approval existed for these applications.

ECE approved LEDr bulbs can now be fitted as long as they are accompanied by an approval sticker.

You must follow the guidelines provided with the bulb at the point of sale.

The sticker must include all the references shown in the image, though the design may be different, depending on the manufacturer.

The new rule applies to class 3 (tricycles), class 4 (cars), class 5 and 7 (vans) vehicles

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Curious about what happens during a driving test? Here's what to expect on test day.

An eyesight check 👀
You'll read a number plate from 20 metres away or 20.5 metres if it's an old-style plate.

'Show me, tell me' vehicle safety questions 💭
You'll answer 2 questions about vehicle safety. The 'tell me' question comes before you start driving and the 'show me' question while you're on the move.

General driving ability ✅
You'll drive on a variety of roads, but not on motorways, including 20 to 35 minutes of independent driving, following either a sat nav, traffic signs, or both.

Reversing your vehicle 🚗
You'll be asked to do one of the following: parallel park, park in a bay, or pull up on the right and reverse 2 car lengths. Your examiner will let you know which one.

Knowing what's coming can make test day feel a lot less daunting.

Familiarise yourself with the test: https://ow.ly/p52350ZP1l7

Booking your driving test? 🚘

Head to gov.uk/guidance/driving-test-appointments-release-dates-and-finding-earlier-tests to find out when driving test appointments are released, when to search for earlier tests, and how long people wait to take the test.

🏠 Moved home? You must update your:

➡ driving licence
➡ vehicle log book (V5C)
➡ Direct Debit for vehicle tax
➡ private number plate documents

www.gov.uk/tell-dvla-changed-address

Looking to start driving lessons? 🚗

Learning to drive is exciting but knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. Luckily GOV.UK makes it easy to find DVSA approved driving instructors – just enter your postcode to see who's near you. ✅

Please note, approved driving instructors choose whether to join this service, so not everyone will be listed. 🔍

Start your learning to drive journey today: https://ow.ly/fXzu50ZP0I5

It's National Online learning day! 🎓

There are many online resources to help with your driving theory test 💻

The DVSA revision app has everything you need — practice questions, hazard perception and more ✅

Happy revising 👉 https://t.co/0RDiDfKFwP