Speedometer


Information Method of Inspection Reason for Rejection
This inspection applies to Class 5 vehicles first used on or after 01 October 1937.

A Tachograph is an acceptable alternative to a speedometer providing it satisfies the requirements of this inspection.

1. Check that a speedometer is fitted

2. Check the condition of the speedometer.












3. Check that the speedometer can be illuminated

1. Speedometer not fitted.

2. Speedometer not complete or clearly inoperative, or dial glass broken or missing.

Note: It is not a Reason for Rejection if the dial glass is cracked, providing:

• there is no possibility of misreading the speedometer or
• there is no possibility fouling of the indicator needle or
• the cracked glass does not create a safety hazard.

3. The speedometer cannot be illuminated



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