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Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 January 2013 on the approval and market surveillance of two- or three-wheel vehicles and quadricycles (Text with EEA relevance)

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ANNEX IU.K.

Vehicle classification

CategoryCategory nameCommon classification criteria
L1e-L7eAll L-category vehicles
(1)

length ≤ 4 000 mm or ≤ 3 000 mm for a L6e-B vehicle or ≤ 3 700 mm for a L7e-C vehicle, and

(2)

width ≤ 2 000 mm, or ≤ 1 000 mm for a L1e vehicle, or ≤ 1 500 mm for a L6e-B or a L7e-C vehicle and

(3)

height ≤ 2 500 mm and

CategoryCategory nameCommon classification criteria
L1eLight two-wheel powered vehicle
(4)

two wheels and powered by a propulsion as listed under Article 4(3) and

(5)

engine capacity ≤ 50 cm3 if a PI internal combustion engine forms part of the vehicle’s propulsion configuration and

(6)

maximum design vehicle speed ≤ 45 km/h and

(7)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 4 000 W and

(8)
maximum mass

=

technically permissible mass declared by the manufacturer and

Sub-categoriesSubcategory nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L1e-APowered cycle
(9)

cycles designed to pedal equipped with an auxiliary propulsion with the primary aim to aid pedalling and

(10)

output of auxiliary propulsion is cut off at a vehicle speed ≤ 25 km/h and

(11)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 1 000 W and

(12)

a powered three- or four-wheel cycle complying with supplemental specific sub-classification criteria (9) to (11) is classified as being technically equivalent to a two-wheel L1e-A vehicle.

L1e-BTwo-wheel moped
(9)

any other vehicle of the L1e category that cannot be classified according to the criteria (9) to (12) of a L1e-A vehicle.

CategoryCategory nameCommon classification criteria
L2eThree-wheel moped
(4)

three wheels and powered by a propulsion as listed under Article 4(3) and

(5)

engine capacity ≤ 50 cm3 if a PI internal combustion engine or engine capacity ≤ 500 cm3 if a CI combustion engine forms part of the vehicle’s propulsion configuration and

(6)

maximum design vehicle speed ≤ 45 km/h and

(7)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 4 000 W and

(8)

mass in running order ≤ 270 kg and

(9)

equipped with a maximum of two seating positions, including the seating position for the driver and

Sub-categoriesSubcategory nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L2e-PThree-wheel moped for passenger transport
(10)

L2e vehicle other than those complying with the specific classification criteria for a L2e-U vehicle.

L2e-UThree-wheel moped for utility purposes
(10)

exclusively designed for the carriage of goods with an open or enclosed, virtually even and horizontal loading bed that meets the following criteria:

(a)

or

(b)

an equivalent loading bed area as defined above in order to install machines and/or equipment and

(c)

designed with a loading bed area which is clearly separated by a rigid partition from the area reserved for the vehicle occupants and

(d)

the loading bed area shall be able to carry a minimum volume represented by a 600 mm cube.

CategoryCategory nameCommon classification criteria
L3e (2)Two-wheel motorcycle
(4)

two wheels and powered by propulsion as listed under Article 4(3) and

(5)
maximum mass

=

technically permissible mass declared by the manufacturer and

(6)

two-wheel vehicle that cannot be classified as category L1e.

Sub-categoriesSubcategory nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L3e-A1Low-performance motorcycle
(7)

engine capacity ≤ 125 cm3 and

(8)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 11 kW and

(9)

power (1)/weight ratio ≤ 0,1 kW/kg.

L3e-A2Medium-performance motorcycle
(7)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 35 kW and

(8)

power (1)/weight ratio ≤ 0,2 kW/kg and

(9)

not derived from a vehicle equipped with an engine of more than double its power (1) and

(10)

L3e vehicle that cannot be classified under supplemental sub-classification criteria (7), (8) and (9) of a L3e-A1 vehicle.

L3e-A3High-performance motorcycle
(7)

any other L3e vehicle that cannot be classified according to the classification criteria of a L3e-A1 or L3e-A2 vehicle.

Sub-sub-categoriesSub-Subcategory nameSub-Sub-classification criteria in addition to the sub-classification criteria of L3e-A1, L3e-A2 or L3e-A3 vehicles

L3e-AxE

(x = 1, 2 or 3)

Enduro motorcycles
(a)

seat height ≥ 900 mm and

(b)

ground clearance ≥ 310 mm and

(c)

overall gear ratio in highest gear (primary gear ratio × secondary gear ratio in the highest speed × final drive ratio) ≥ 6,0 and

(d)

mass in running order plus the mass of the propulsion battery in case of electric or hybrid electric propulsion ≤ 140 kg and

(e)

no seating position for a passenger.

L3e-AxT

(x = 1, 2 or 3)

Trial motorcycles
(a)

seat height ≤ 700 mm and

(b)

ground clearance ≥ 280 mm and

(c)

fuel tank capacity ≤ 4 litres and

(d)

overall gear ratio in highest gear (primary gear ratio × secondary gear ratio in the highest speed × final drive ratio) ≥ 7,5 and

(e)

mass in running order ≤ 100 kg and

(f)

no seating position for a passenger.

CategoryCategory nameCommon classification criteria
L4eTwo-wheel motorcycle with side-car
(4)

base powered vehicle complying with the classification and subclassification criteria for a L3e vehicle and

(5)

base powered vehicle equipped with one side-car and

(6)

with a maximum of four seating positions including the driver on the motorcycle with side car and

(7)

a maximum of two seating positions for passengers in the side car and

(8)
maximum mass

=

technically permissible mass declared by the manufacturer.

CategoryCategory nameCommon classification criteria
L5ePowered tricycle
(4)

three wheels and powered by a propulsion as listed under Article 4(3) and

(5)

mass in running order ≤ 1 000 kg and

(6)

three-wheel vehicle that cannot be classified as a L2e vehicle and

Sub-categoriesSubcategory nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L5e-ATricycle
(7)

L5e vehicle other than those complying with the specific classification criteria for a L5e-B vehicle and

(8)

with a maximum of five seating positions, including the seating position of the driver.

L5e-BCommercial tricycle
(7)

designed as a utility vehicle and characterised by an enclosed driving and passenger compartment accessible by maximum three sides and

(8)

equipped with a maximum of two seating positions, including the seating position for the driver and

(9)

exclusively designed for the carriage of goods with an open or enclosed, virtually even and horizontal loading bed that meets the following criteria:

(a)

or

(b)

an equivalent loading bed area as defined above designed to install machines and/or equipment and

(c)

designed with a loading bed area which is clearly separated by a rigid partition from the area reserved for the vehicle occupants and

(d)

the loading bed area shall be able to carry a minimum volume represented by a 600 mm cube.

CategoryCategory nameCommon classification criteria
L6eLight quadricycle
(4)

four wheels and powered by a propulsion as listed under Article 4(3) and

(5)

maximum design vehicle speed ≤ 45 km/h and

(6)

the mass in running order ≤ 425 kg and

(7)

engine capacity ≤ 50 cm3 if a PI engine or engine capacity ≤ 500 cm3 if a CI engine forms part of the vehicle’s propulsion configuration and

(8)

equipped with a maximum of two seating positions, including the seating position for the driver and

Sub-categoriesSubcategory nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L6e-ALight on-road quad
(9)

L6e vehicle not complying with the specific classification criteria for a L6e-B vehicle and

(10)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 4 000 W.

L6e-BLight quadri-mobile
(9)

enclosed driving and passenger compartment accessible by maximum three sides and

(10)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 6 000 W and

Sub-sub-categoriesSub-subcategory nameSub-sub-classification criteria in addition to the sub-classification criteria of a L6e-B vehicle
L6e-BPLight quadri-mobile for passenger transport
(11)

L6e-B vehicle mainly designed for passenger transport and

(12)

L6e-B vehicle other than those complying with the specific classification criterion for a L6e-BU vehicle.

L6e-BULight quadri-mobile for utility purposes
(11)

exclusively designed for the carriage of goods with an open or enclosed, virtually even and horizontal loading bed that meets the following criteria:

(a)

or

(b)

an equivalent loading bed area as defined above in order to install machines and/or equipment and

(c)

designed with a loading bed area which is clearly separated by a rigid partition from the area reserved for the vehicle occupants and

(d)

the loading bed area shall be able to carry a minimum volume represented by a 600 mm cube.

CategoryCategory nameCommon classification criteria
L7eHeavy quadricycle
(4)

four wheels and powered by a propulsion as listed under Article 4(3) and

(5)

mass in running order:

(a)

≤ 450 kg for transport of passengers;

(b)

≤ 600 kg for transport of goods.

and

(6)

L7e vehicle that cannot be classified as a L6e vehicle and

Sub-categoriesSubcategory nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L7e-AHeavy on-road quad
(7)

L7e vehicle not complying with the specific classification criteria for a L7e-B or a L7e-C vehicle and

(8)

vehicle designed for the transport of passengers only and

(9)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 15 kW and

Sub-Sub categoriesSub-Sub category nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L7e-A1A1 heavy on-road quad
(10)

maximum two straddle seating positions, including the seating position for the rider and

(11)

handlebar to steer.

L7e-A2A2 heavy on-road quad
(10)

L7e-A vehicle not complying with the specific classification criteria for a L7e-A1 vehicle and

(11)

maximum two non-straddle seating positions, including the seating position for the driver.

Sub-categorySubcategory nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L7e-BHeavy all terrain quad
(7)

L7e vehicle not complying with the specific classification criteria for a L7e-C vehicle and

(8)

ground clearance ≥180 mm and

Sub-Sub categoriesSub-Sub category nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L7e-B1All terrain quad
(9)

maximum two straddle seating positions, including the seating position for the rider and

(10)

equipped with a handlebar to steer and

(11)

maximum design vehicle speed ≤ 90 km/h and

(12)

wheelbase to ground clearance ratio ≤ 6.

L7e-B2Side-by-side buggy
(9)

L7e-B vehicle other than a L7e-B1 vehicle and

(10)

maximum three non-straddle seats of which two positioned side-by-side, including the seating position for the driver and

(11)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 15 kW and

(12)

wheelbase to ground clearance ratio ≤ 8.

Sub-categorySubcategory nameSupplemental sub-classification criteria
L7e-CHeavy quadri-mobile
(7)

L7e vehicle not complying with the specific classification criteria for a L7e-B vehicle and

(8)

maximum continuous rated or net power (1) ≤ 15 kW and

(9)

maximum design vehicle speed ≤ 90 km/h and

(10)

enclosed driving and passenger compartment accessible via maximum three sides and

Sub-sub-categoriesSub-subcategory nameSub-sub-classification criteria in addition to the sub-classification criteria of a L7e-C vehicle
L7e-CPHeavy quadri-mobile for passenger transport
(11)

L7e-C vehicle not complying with the specific classification criteria for a L7e-CU vehicle and

(12)

maximum four non-straddle seats, including the seating position for the driver.

L7e-CUHeavy quadri-mobile for utility purposes
(11)

exclusively designed for the carriage of goods with an open or enclosed, virtually even and horizontal loading bed that meets the following criteria:

(a)

or

(b)

an equivalent loading bed area as defined above designed to install machines and/or equipment and

(c)

designed with a loading bed area which is clearly separated by a rigid partition from the area reserved for the vehicle occupants and

(d)

the loading bed area shall be able to carry a minimum volume represented by a 600 mm cube and

(12)

maximum two non-straddle seats, including the seating position for the driver.

NB: refer to the end of Annex VIII for an overview of the notes to the Annexes.U.K.

ANNEX IIU.K.

Exhaustive list of requirements for the purposes of EU vehicle type-approval (3)

NoArticleSubjectRegulatory act referenceVehicle Categories
L1e-AL1e-BL2eL3eL4eL5e-AL5e-BL6e-AL6e-BL7e-AL7e-BL7e-C
AENVIRONMENTAL AND PROPULSION PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
123 & 24environmental test procedures related to exhaust emissions, evaporative emissions, greenhouse gas emissions, fuel consumption and reference fuelsXXXXXXXXXXXX
2maximum design vehicle speed, maximum torque, maximum continuous total engine power of propulsionXXXXXXXXXXXX
3test procedures related to soundXXXXXXXXXXXX
NoArticleSubjectRegulatory act referenceVehicle Categories
L1e-AL1e-BL2eL3eL4eL5e-AL5e-BL6e-AL6e-BL7e-A1L7e-A2L7e-B1L7e-B2L7e-C
BVEHICLE FUNCTIONAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
122audible warning devicesXXXXXXXXXXXXX
2braking, including anti-lock and combined brake systemsXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
3electrical safetyXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
4manufacturer declaration requirements regarding endurance testing of functional safety systems, parts and equipmentXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
5front and rear protective structuresIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIF
6glazing, windscreen wipers and washers, defrosting and demisting devicesIFIFIFIFIFXIFXIFIFIFIFX
7driver-operated controls including identification of controls, tell-tales and indicatorsXXXXXXXXXXXXX
8installation of lighting and light signalling devices, including automatic switching-on of lightingXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
9rearward visibilityXXXXXXXXXXXXX
10rollover protective structure (ROPS)X
11safety belt anchorages and safety beltsIFXIFIFIFXXX
12seating position (saddles and seats)XXXXXXXXXXXXXX
13steer-ability, cornering properties and turn-abilityXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
14installation of tyresXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
15vehicle maximum speed limitation plate and location on vehicleIFIFIFIFIFIFXXIF
16vehicle occupant protection, including interior fittings, head restraint and vehicle doorsIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIF
17maximum continuous rated or net power and/or vehicle speed limitation by designXXXIFIFXXXXXXX
18vehicle structure integrityXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
NoArticleSubjectRegulatory act referenceVehicle Categories
L1e-AL1e-BL2eL3eL4eL5e-AL5e-BL6e-AL6e-BL7e-A1L7e-A2L7e-B1L7e-B2L7e-C
[X1C1 VEHICLE CONSTRUCTION AND GENERAL TYPE-APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS]
120anti-tampering measuresXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
225arrangements for type-approval proceduresXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
333conformity of production requirementsXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
418coupling devices and attachmentsIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIF
518devices to prevent unauthorised useXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
618electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)XXXXXXXXXXXXXX
718external projectionsXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
818fuel storageIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIFIF
918load platformsIFXIFIFIFIF
1018masses and dimensionsXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
1121on-board diagnosticsXXXX [F1X] [F1X]XXXXX
1218passenger handholds and footrestsXIFIFIFIFIFXIFIFIFIF
1318registration plate spaceXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
1418repair and maintenance informationXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
1518standsXXX
C2REQUIREMENTS OF TECHNICAL SERVICES
1665performance standards and assessment of technical services

NB: refer to the end of Annex VIII for an overview of the notes to the Annexes.U.K.

ANNEX IIIU.K.

Limits for small series

Vehicle (Sub-)categoryVehicle (Sub-)category nameSmall series(units for each type made available on the market, registered and entered into service per year)
L1e-APowered cycle50
L1e-BTwo-wheel moped
L2eThree-wheel moped
L3eTwo-wheel motorcycle75
L4eTwo-wheel motorcycle with side-car150
L5e-ATricycle75
L5e-BCommercial tricycle150
L6e-ALight on-road quad30
L6e-BLight quadri-mobile150
L7e-AHeavy on-road quad30
L7e-BHeavy all terrain quad50
L7e-CHeavy quadri-mobile150

ANNEX IVU.K.

Timetable for the application of this Regulation in respect of type-approval

PointDescription(Sub-)categoryNew types of vehicles obligatoryExisting types of vehicles obligatoryLast date of registration of compliant vehicles
1.Application of delegated act on environmental and propulsion performance requirements, items as listed in Annex II (A)
1.1.Test type I, tailpipe emission test after cold start
1.1.1.Test cycle
1.1.1.1.Test type I, ECE R 47 test cycleL1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.201831.12.2020
1.1.1.2.Test type I, ECE R 40 (with extra urban driving cycle if applicable)L5e-B, L7e-B, L7e-C1.1.20161.1.201731.12.2020
1.1.1.3.Test type I, WMTC, stage 2L3e, L4e, L5e-A, L7e-A1.1.20161.1.201731.12.2020
1.1.1.4.Test type I, revised WMTC based test cycleL1e-L7e1.1.20201.1.2021
1.1.2.Test type I, tailpipe emission limits
[F21.1.2.1. Euro 4: Annex VI A1 L1e, L2e, L6e 1.1.2017 1.1.2018 31.12.2020 ; for L2e-U and L6e-B: 31.12.2024
1.1.2.2. Euro 4: Annex VI A1 L3e, L4e, L5e, L7e 1.1.2016 1.1.2017 31.12.2020 ; for L3e-AxE and L3e-AxT 31.12.2024
1.1.2.3. Euro 5: Annex VI A2 L1e-L7e

1.1.2020 ;

for L2e-U, L3e-AxE, L3e-AxT and L6e-B: 1.1.2024

1.1.2021 ;

for L2e-U, L3e-AxE, L3e-AxT and L6e-B: 1.1.2025

]
1.2.Test type II, emissions test at (increased) idle/free acceleration
1.2.1.Test type II, emissions test at (increased) idle/free accelerationL1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.2018
1.2.2.Test type II, emissions test at (increased) idle/free accelerationL3e, L4e, L5e, L7e1.1.20161.1.2017
1.3.Test type III, zero crankcase gas emissions
1.3.1.Test type III, zero crankcase gas emissionsL1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.2018
1.3.2.Test type III, zero crankcase gas emissionsL3e, L4e, L5e, L7e1.1.20161.1.2017
1.4.Test type IV, evaporative emissions
1.4.1.Fuel tank permeability testL1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.2017
1.4.2.Fuel tank permeability testL3e, L4e, L5e, L7e1.1.20161.1.2016
1.4.3.SHED test procedureL3e, L4e, L5e-A, L7e-A1.1.20161.1.2017
1.4.4.SHED test procedureL6e-A1.1.20171.1.2018
1.4.5.SHED test limits, Annex VI (C1)L3e, L4e, L5e-A, L7e-A1.1.20161.1.201731.12.2020
1.4.6.SHED test limits, Annex VI (C1)L6e-A1.1.20171.1.201831.12.2020
1.4.7.SHED test or fuel permeation test, pending study results referred to in Article 23(4) and (5)L1e-A, L1e-B, L2e, L5e-B, L6e-B, L7e-B, L7e-C1.1.20201.1.2021
1.4.8.SHED test limits, Annex VI (C2), pending study results referred to in Article 23(4) and (5)L1e-L7e1.1.20201.1.2021
1.5.Test type V, durability testing (3)
1.5.1.Euro 4 durability mileage, Annexes VII (A) and (B)L1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.201831.12.2020
1.5.2.Euro 4 durability mileage, Annexes VII (A) and (B)L3e, L4e, L5e, L7e1.1.20161.1.201731.12.2020
1.5.3.Euro 5, durability mileage, Annexes VII (A) and (B)L1e-L7e1.1.20201.1.2021
1.6.A test type VI has not been attributed
1.7.Test type VII, greenhouse gas emissions/fuel or energy consumption determination and reporting
1.7.1.Test type VII, greenhouse gas emissions/fuel or energy consumption determination and reportingL1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.2018
1.7.2.Test type VII, greenhouse gas emissions/fuel or energy consumption determination and reportingL3e, L4e, L5e, L7e1.1.20161.1.2017
1.8.Test type VIII, OBD environmental test
[F21.8.1. OBD stage I functional requirements L3e, L4e, L5e-A, L7e-A 1.1.2016 1.1.2017 31.12.2020
OBD stage I environmental test procedure (test type VIII)
OBD stage I environmental test thresholds, Annex VI (B1)
1.8.2. OBD stage I functional requirements including any operating mode which significantly reduces engine torque L3e, L4e, L5e, L7e 1.1.2020 1.1.2021 31.12.2024
OBD stage I environmental test procedure (test type VIII)
OBD stage I environmental test thresholds, Annex VI (B1)
1.8.3. OBD stage I functional requirements including any operating mode which significantly reduces engine torque L3e, L4e, L5e, L7e 1.1.2024 1.1.2025
OBD stage I environmental test procedure (test type VIII)
OBD stage I environmental test thresholds, Annex VI (B2)]
[F31.8.4. OBD stage II functional requirements with the exception of catalyst monitoring L3e (except L3e-AxE and L3e-AxT), L4e, L5e-A, L7e-A 1.1.2020 1.1.2021 31.12.2024
OBD stage II environmental test procedures (test type VIII)
OBD stage II environmental test thresholds, Annex VI (B1)
1.8.5. OBD stage II functional requirements, L3e (except L3e-AxE and L3e-AxT), L4e, L5e-A, L7e-A 1.1.2024 1.1.2025
OBD stage II environmental test procedures (test type VIII),
OBD stage II environmental test thresholds, Annex VI (B2)]
1.9.Test type IX, sound level (3)
[F21.9.1. Sound level test procedure and limit values Annex VI (D) L1e, L2e, L6e 1.1.2017 1.1.2018
1.9.2. Sound level test procedure and limit values ( 3 ), Annex VI (D) L3e, L4e, L5e, L7e 1.1.2016 1.1.2017 ]
1.9.3.UNECE regulations Nos 9, 41, 63, 92 and limits of Annex VI (D)L1e-L7e
[F21.9.4. UNECE regulations Nos 9, 41, 63, 92 and associated new limit values proposed by the Commission L1e-L7e ]
1.10.Propulsion performance tests and requirements regarding maximum design vehicle speed, maximum torque, maximum continuous rated or net power and maximum peak power
1.10.1.Propulsion performance tests and requirementsL1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.2018
1.10.2.Propulsion performance tests and requirementsL3e, L4e, L5e, L7e1.1.20161.1.2017
2.Application of delegated act on vehicle functional safety requirements, items as listed in Annex II (B) (3)
2.1.Application of delegated act on vehicle functional safety requirements, items as listed in Annex II (B) (3)L1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.2018
2.2.Application of delegated act on vehicle functional safety requirements, items as listed in Annex II (B) (3)L3e, L4e, L5e, L7e1.1.20161.1.2017
2.3.Annex VIII, enhanced safety features (3)
2.3.1.Automatic switching-on of lightingL1e-L7e1.1.20161.1.2016
2.3.2.Safe cornering device (differential or equivalent)L1e-L7e1.1.20161.1.2017
2.3.3.Advanced Brake Systems, obligatory fittingL3e1.1.20161.1.2017
3.Application of delegated act on vehicle construction requirements, items as listed in [X1Annex II (C1) ( 3 )]
3.1.Application of delegated act on vehicle construction requirements, items as listed in [X1Annex II (C1) ( 3 )]L1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.2018
3.2.Application of delegated act on vehicle construction requirements, items as listed in [X1Annex II (C1)( 3 )]L3e, L4e, L5e, L7e1.1.20161.1.2017
4.Application of implementing act on administrative requirements
4.1.Application of implementing act on administrative requirementsL1e, L2e, L6e1.1.20171.1.2018
4.2.Application of implementing act on administrative requirementsL3e, L4e, L5e, L7e1.1.20161.1.2017

NB: refer to the end of Annex VIII for an overview of the notes to the annexes.U.K.

ANNEX VU.K.

[F4(A) [X1Environmental performance test procedures and requirements] U.K.

L-category vehicles may be type-approved only if they comply with the following [X1environmental performance requirements] :

Test type Description Requirements: limit values Subclassification criteria in addition to Article 2 and Annex I Requirements: test procedures
I Tailpipe emissions after cold start Annex VI (A) Point 4.3 of Annex II to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014 Annex II to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014
II
  • PI or Hybrid (5) equipped with PI: emissions at idling and increased idling speed

  • CI or Hybrid with CI engine: free acceleration test

Directive 2009/40/EC (6) Point 4.3 of Annex II to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014 Annex III to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014
III Emissions of crankcase gases Zero emission, closed crankcase. Crankcase emissions shall not be discharged directly into the ambient atmosphere from any vehicle throughout its useful life. Point 3.2 of Annex XI to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014 Annex IV to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014
IV Evaporative emissions Annex VI (C) Point 3.2 of Annex XI to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014 Annex V to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014
V Durability of pollution control devices Annexes VI and VII

SRC-LeCV: point 2 of Appendix 1 to Annex VI to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014

USA EPA AMA: point 2.1 of Appendix 2 to Annex VI to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014

Annex VI to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014
VI A test-type VI has not been attributed Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
VII CO 2 emissions, fuel and/or electric energy consumption and electric range Measurement and reporting, no limit value for type- approval purposes Point 4.3 of Annex II to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014 Annex VII to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014
VIII OBD environmental tests Annex VI (B) Point 4.3 of Annex II to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014 Annex VIII to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014
IX Sound level Annex VI (D) When UNECE regulations Nos 9, 41, 63 or 92 replace the EU proprietary requirements set out in the delegated act on environmental and propulsion performance requirements, the (sub-) classification criteria laid down in those UNECE regulations (Annex 6) shall be selected with reference to test type IX sound level tests. Annex IX to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 134/2014.]

(B)Application of environmental performance test requirements for approval and extensionsU.K.

Vehicle with PI engines including hybridsVehicles with CI engines including hybridsPure electric vehicle or vehicle propelled with compressed air (CA)Hydrogen Fuel cell vehicle
[X1Mono-fuel]Bi-fuelFlex-fuelFlex-fuelMono-fuel
[X1Petrol (E5)]LPGNG/BiomethaneH2Petrol (E5)Petrol (E5)Petrol (E5)Petrol (E5)NG/BiomethaneDiesel (B5)Diesel (B5)
LPGNG/BiomethaneH2Ethanol (E85)H2NGBiodiesel
Type I test (19)YesYesYesYes

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(B5 only)

YesNoNo
[F2Type I test ( 19 ) Particulate mass (Euro 5 only)]YesNoNoNo

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

No

Yes

(B5 only)

YesNo/Yes for CANo
Type II test (19), including smoke opacity for CI onlyYesYesYesYes

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(NG/biomethane only)

Yes

(B5 only)

YesNoNo
Type III test (19)YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesNoNo
Type IV test (19)YesNoNoNo

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

NoNoNoNoNo
Type V test (19)YesYesYesYes

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(NG/biomethane only)

Yes

(B5 only)

YesNoNo
Type VII test (19)YesYesYesYes

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

(both fuels)

Yes

Yes

(only energy consumption)

Yes

(only fuel consumption)

Type VIII test (19)YesYesYesYes

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(petrol only)

Yes

(NG/biomethane only)

Yes

(B5 only)

YesNoNo
Type IX test (19)YesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYes

[X1No (20)

Yes for CA]

[X1No (20)]

NB: refer to the end of Annex VIII for an overview of the notes to the annexes.U.K.

ANNEX VIU.K.Pollutant emission limit values, OBD thresholds and sound-level limit values for type-approval and conformity of production

(A)Tailpipe emission limits after cold startU.K.

(A1)

Euro 4

Vehicle categoryVehicle category namePropulsion classEuro levelMass of carbon monoxide(CO)Mass of total hydrocarbons(THC)Mass of oxides of nitrogen(NOx)Mass of particulate matter(PM)Test cycle
L1 (mg/km)L2 (mg/km)L3 (mg/km)L4 (mg/km)
L1e-APowered cyclePI/CI/HybridEuro 456010070ECE R47
L1e-BTwo-wheel mopedPI/CI/HybridEuro 41 000630170ECE R47
L2eThree-wheel mopedPI/CI/HybridEuro 41 900730170ECE R47

L3e

L4e (7)

L5e-A

L7e-A

  • Two-wheel motorcycles with and without side-car

  • Tricycle

  • Heavy on-road quad

PI/PI Hybrid, vmax < 130 km/hEuro 41 14038070WMTC, stage 2
PI/PI Hybrid, vmax ≥ 130 km/hEuro 41 14017090WMTC, stage 2
CI/CI HybridEuro 41 00010030080 (8)WMTC, stage 2
L5e-BCommercial tricyclePI/PI HybridEuro 42 000550250ECE R40
CI/CI HybridEuro 41 00010055080 (8)ECE R40

L6e-A

L6e-B

Light on-road quad

Light quadrimobile

PI/PI HybridEuro 41 900730170ECE R47
CI/CI HybridEuro 41 00010055080 (8)ECE R47

L7e-B

L7e-C

Heavy all terrain quad

Heavy quadrimobile

PI/PI HybridEuro 42 000550250ECE R40
CI/CI HybridEuro 41 00010055080 (8)ECE R40

(A2)

Euro 5

Vehicle categoryVehicle category namePropulsion classEuro Level (4)Mass of carbon monoxide(CO)Mass of total hydrocarbons(THC)Mass of Non-methane hydrocarbons(NMHC)Mass of oxides of nitrogen(NOx)Mass of particulate matter(PM)Test cycle
L1 (mg/km)L2A (mg/km)L2B (mg/km)L3 (mg/km)L4 (mg/km)
L1e-APowered cyclePI/CI/HybridEuro 550010068604,5 (9)Revised WMTC (10)
L1e-B-L7eAll other L-category vehiclesPI/ PI HybridEuro 51 00010068604,5 (9)Revised WMTC
CI/CI Hybrid50010068904,5Revised WMTC

(B)On-board diagnostics emission thresholdsU.K.

(B1)

Euro 4, OBD stage I

Vehicle categoryVehicle category namePropulsion classEuro levelMass of carbon monoxide(CO)Mass of total hydrocarbons(THC)Mass of oxides of nitrogen(NOx)Test cycle
OT1 (mg/km)OT2 (mg/km)OT3 (mg/km)
[ F1 ]

L3e (5)

L4e (7)

L5e-A

L7e-A

  • Two-wheel motorcycle with and without side-car

  • Tricycle

  • Heavy on-road quad

PI/PI Hybrid vmax < 130 km/hEuro 42 1701 400350WMTC, stage 2
PI/PI Hybrid vmax ≥ 130 km/h2 170630450WMTC, stage 2
CI/CI Hybrid2 170630900WMTC, stage 2

(B2)

Euro 5, OBD stage I and OBD stage II (4)

Vehicle categoryVehicle category namePropulsion classEuro levelMass of carbon monoxide(CO)Mass of Non-methane hydrocarbons(NMHC)Mass of oxides of nitrogen(NOx)Mass of particulate matter(PM)Test cycle
OT1 (mg/km)OT2 (mg/km)OT3 (mg/km)OT4 (mg/km)
[F2L3e, L4e, L5e, L7e] [F2All L category vehicles except category L1e, L2e and L6e]PI/PI HybridEuro 51 90025030050Revised WMTC
CI/CI HybridEuro 51 90032054050Revised WMTC

(C)Evaporative emission limitsU.K.

(C1)

Euro 4

Vehicle categoryVehicle category namePropulsion classEuro levelMass of total hydrocarbons (THC)(mg/test)Test cycle

L3e

L4e (7)

Two-wheel motorcycle (13) with and without side-carPI (11)Euro 42 000SHED
L5e-ATricyclePI (11)Euro 4
L6e-ALight on-road quadPI (11)Euro 4
L7e-AHeavy on-road quadPI (11)Euro 4

(C2)

Euro 5

Vehicle Class (12)Vehicle category namePropulsion ClassEuro levelPermeation test(mg/m2/day)Mass of total hydrocarbons (THC) in SHED test(mg/test)
Fuel tankFuel tubingVehicle
L1e-APowered cyclePI (11)Euro 51 50015 0001 500
L1e-BTwo-wheel mopedEuro 51 50015 0001 500
L2eThree-wheel mopedEuro 51 50015 0001 500

L3e

L4e (7)

Two-wheel motorcycle with and without side-carEuro 51 500
L5e-ATricycleEuro 51 500
L5e-BCommercial tricycleEuro 51 50015 0001 500
L6e-ALight on-road quadEuro 51 500
L6e-BLight quadri-mobileEuro 51 50015 0001 500
L7e-AHeavy on-road quadEuro 51 500
L7e-.BAll terrain quadEuro 51 50015 0001 500
L7e-CHeavy quadri-mobileEuro 51 50015 0001 500

(D)Sound-level limits — Euro 4 and Euro 5U.K.

Vehicle categoryVehicle category nameEuro 4 sound level (14)(dB(A))Euro 4 test procedure (16)Euro 5 sound level (15)(dB(A))Euro 5 test procedure
L1e-APowered cycle [X163]Delegated act/UNECE regulation No 63UNECE regulation No 63
L1e-BTwo-wheel moped vmax ≤ 25 km/h66
Two-wheel moped vmax ≤ 45 km/h71
L2eThree-wheel moped76Delegated act/UNECE regulation No 9UNECE regulation No 9
L3e

Two-wheel motorcycle

Engine capacity ≤ 80 cm3

75Delegated act/UNECE regulation No 41UNECE regulation No 41

Two-wheel motorcycle

80 cm3 < Engine capacity ≤ 175 cm3

77

Two-wheel motorcycle

Engine capacity > 175 cm3

80
L4eTwo-wheel motorcycle with side-car80 [X2Delegated act/UNECE regulation No 9] [X2UNECE regulation No 9]
L5e-ATricycle80Delegated act/UNECE regulation No 9UNECE regulation No 9
L5e-BCommercial tricycle80
L6e-ALight on-road quad80Delegated act/[X1UNECE regulation No 9] [X1UNECE regulation No 9]
L6e-BLight quadrimobile80Delegated act/UNECE regulation No 9UNECE regulation No 9
L7e-AHeavy on-road quad80
L7e-BHeavy all terrain quad80
L7e-CHeavy quadrimobile80

NB: refer to the end of Annex VIII for an overview of the notes to the annexes.U.K.

ANNEX VIIU.K. Durability of pollution control devices

(A)Durability mileage of L-category vehiclesU.K.

Vehicle categoryVehicle category nameEuro 4 durability mileage (km) and Euro 5 durability mileage (4) (km)
L1e-A
Powered cycle
5 500
L3e-AxT (x = 1, 2 or 3)
Two-wheel Trial motorcycle
L1e-B
Two-wheel moped
11 000
L2e
Three-wheel moped
L3e-AxE (x = 1, 2 or 3)
Two-wheel Enduro motorcycle
L6e-A
Light on-road quad
L7e-B
Heavy all terrain quad
L3e
Two-wheel motorcycle, with and without side-car
20 000
L4e (7)(vmax < 130 km/h)
L5e
Tricycle
L6e-B
Light quadri-mobile
L7e-C
Heavy quadri-mobile
L3eTwo-wheel motorcycle, with and without side-car35 000
L4e (7)(vmax ≥ 130 km/h)
L7e-AHeavy on-road quad

(B)Deterioration Factors (DF)U.K.

Vehicle categoryVehicle category nameEuro 4DF (-)DF (-)Euro 5DF+(4) (-)
COHCNOxPMCOTHCNMHCNOxPM (17) (4)
PICI (18)PICIPICICI
L1e-L7eAll1,31,21,21,11,31,31,11,31,11,31,11,0

NB: refer to the end of Annex VIII for an overview of the notes to the annexes.U.K.

ANNEX VIIIU.K.

[X1Enhanced functional safety requirements (21)]

TopicRequirements
Mandatory fitting of advanced brake systems
(a)

new motorcycles(22) of the L3e-A1 subcategory which are made available on the market, registered and entering into service are to be equipped with either an anti-lock or a combined brake system or both types of advanced brake systems, at the choice of the vehicle manufacturer;

(b)

new motorcycles of subcategories L3e-A2 and L3e-A3 which are made available on the market, registered and entering into service to be equipped with an anti-lock brake system.

Exemption:

L3e-AxE (x = 1, 2 or 3, two-wheel Enduro motorcycles) and L3e-AxT (x = 1, 2 or 3, two-wheel Trial motorcycles) are exempted from the obligatory fitting of advanced brake systems.

Safe cornering on hard-surfaced roadsL-category vehicles are to be constructed such that each of the wheels can rotate at different speeds at all times in order to allow safe cornering on hard-surfaced roads. If a vehicle is equipped with a lockable differential, it must be designed to be normally unlocked.
Improvement of vehicle and rider visibility by automatic switching-on of lighting

In order to improve their visibility, L-category vehicles are to be equipped with the following:

(a)

for L1e vehicles: lighting and light-signalling devices in compliance with UNECE regulation No 74 Rev. 2, which requires the lighting system to be turned on automatically;

(b)

for L3e vehicles: at the choice of the vehicle manufacturer, either lighting and light-signalling devices in compliance with UNECE regulation No 53 Rev. 2 and its amendments 1 and 2, or dedicated day-time running lights (DRL) complying with UNECE regulation No 87 Rev. 2 and its amendments 1 and 2;

(c)

for all other subcategories of L-category vehicles: a lighting system automatically turning on or at the choice of the manufacturer, dedicated day-time running lights that automatically switch on(23).

(Annex II (B) 3) Electrical SafetyVehicles of category L, with respect to the electric power train when equipped with one or more traction motor(s) operated by electric power and not permanently connected to the grid, as well as their high voltage components and systems which are galvanically connected to the high voltage bus of the electric power train, shall be designed so as to avoid any risk to electrical safety, in using relevant requirements of UNECE regulation No 100 and ISO 13063.
(Annex II (B) 4) Requirements on manufacturer declaration requirements regarding endurance testing of functional safety critical systems, parts and equipment

The vehicle manufacturer shall declare that vehicles produced in conformity with Article 22(2), shall be able to withstand normal use as intended for at least the distance travelled as specified below, within five years after first registration.

The distance shall be 1,5 times the distance as specified in Annex VII in direct relation to the vehicle category in question and the emission stage (i.e. Euro level) according to which the vehicle is to be type-approved, however, the required distance shall not exceed 60 000 km for any vehicle category.

(Annex II (B) 5) Requirements on front and rear protective structures

Vehicles of category L, with respect to their front and rear structures, shall be designed to avoid pointed or sharp parts or projections which are directed outwards and which are likely to catch on or significantly increase the severity of injuries or chance of lacerations to vulnerable road users in case of a collision.

This is applicable both for front and rear structure of the vehicle.

(Annex II (B) 10) Safety belt anchorages and safety beltsMandatory requirements for safety belt anchorages and the installation of safety belts on vehicles of categories L2e, L5e, L6e and L7e fitted with body work.
(Annex II (B) 15) Requirements concerning vehicle occupant protection including interior fittings and vehicle doors

Vehicles of category L2e, L5e, L6e and L7e which are fitted with bodywork shall be designed to avoid any pointed or sharp parts or projections which are likely to significantly increase the severity of injuries to the driver and the passengers.

Vehicles fitted with doors shall be designed to ensure that these doors are constructed with relevant latches and hinges.

(Annex II (B) 17) Requirements on vehicle structure integrityThe vehicle manufacturer shall declare that in case of a recall due to a serious safety risk, specific analysis of vehicle structures, components and/or parts by means of engineering calculations, virtual testing methods and/or structural testing will be made available immediately to the approval authority and the Commission upon request. Vehicle type-approval shall not be granted if there is reason to doubt that the vehicle manufacturer is able to provide such analysis.

NB: refer to the end of Annex VIII for an overview of the notes to the annexes.U.K.

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