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Directive 2007/46/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 September 2007 establishing a framework for the approval of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles (Framework Directive) (Text with EEA relevance) (repealed)

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[F1PART I U.K. COMPLETE AND COMPLETED VEHICLES

MODEL A1 — SIDE 1 COMPLETE VEHICLES U.K.

EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY

Side 1 U.K.

The undersigned [… ( Full name and position )] hereby certifies that the vehicle:

0.1.

Make (Trade name of manufacturer): …

0.2.

Type: …

Variant ( a ): …

Version ( a ): …

0.2.1.

Commercial name: …

0.4.

Vehicle category: …

0.5.

Name and address of manufacturer: …

0.6.

Location and method of attachment of the statutory plates: …

Location of the vehicle identification number: …

0.9.

Name and address of the manufacturer’s representative (if any): …

0.10.

Vehicle identification number: …

conforms in all respects to the type described in approval (… type-approval number including extension number ) issued on (… date of issue ) and

can be permanently registered in Member States having right/left ( b ) hand traffic and using metric/imperial ( c ) units for the speedometer ( d ).

(Place) (Date): … (Signature): …

MODEL A2 — SIDE 1 COMPLETE VEHICLES TYPE-APPROVED IN SMALL SERIES U.K. [Year] [Sequential number] U.K.

EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY

Side 1 U.K.

The undersigned [… ( Full name and position )] hereby certifies that the vehicle:

0.1.

Make (Trade name of manufacturer): …

0.2.

Type: …

Variant ( a ): …

Version ( a ): …

0.2.1.

Commercial name: …

0.4.

Vehicle category: …

0.5.

Name and address of manufacturer: …

0.6.

Location and method of attachment of the statutory plates: …

Location of the vehicle identification number: …

0.9.

Name and address of the manufacturer’s representative (if any): …

0.10.

Vehicle identification number: …

conforms in all respects to the type described in approval (… type-approval number including extension number ) issued on (… date of issue ) and

can be permanently registered in Member States having right/left ( b ) hand traffic and using metric/imperial ( c ) units for the speedometer ( d ).

(Place) (Date): … (Signature): …

MODEL B — SIDE 1 COMPLETED VEHICLES U.K.

EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY

Side 1 U.K.

The undersigned [… ( Full name and position )] hereby certifies that the vehicle:

0.1.

Make (Trade name of the manufacturer): …

0.2.

Type: …

Variant ( a ): …

Version ( a ): …

0.2.1.

Commercial name: …

0.4.

Vehicle category: …

0.5.

Name and address of the manufacturer: …

0.6.

Location and method of attachment of the statutory plates: …

Location of the vehicle identification number: …

0.9.

Name and address of the manufacturer’s representative (if any): …

0.10.

Vehicle identification number: …

(a)

has been completed and altered ( 1 ) as follows: … and

(b)

conforms in all respects to the type described in approval (… type-approval number including extension number ) issued on (… date of issue ) and

(c)

can be permanently registered in Member States having right/left ( b ) hand traffic and using metric/imperial ( c ) units for the speedometer ( d ).

(Place) (Date): … (Signature): …

Attachments: Certificate of conformity delivered at each previous stage.

SIDE 2 VEHICLE CATEGORY M 1 U.K. (complete and completed vehicles) U.K.

Side 2 U.K.
General construction characteristics U.K.
1. Number of axles: … and wheels: … U.K.
3. Powered axles (number, position, interconnection): … … U.K.
Main dimensions U.K.
4. Wheelbase ( e ): … mm U.K.
4.1.

Axle spacing:

  • 1-2: … mm

  • 2-3: … mm

  • 3-4: … mm

5. Length: … mm U.K.
6. Width: … mm U.K.
7. Height: … mm U.K.
Masses U.K.
13. Mass of the vehicle in running order: … kg ( f ) U.K.
16. Technically permissible maximum masses U.K.
16.1.

Technically permissible maximum laden mass: … kg

16.2.

Technically permissible mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.4.

Technically permissible maximum mass of the combination: … kg

18. Technically permissible maximum towable mass in case of: U.K.
18.1.

Drawbar trailer: … kg

18.3.

Centre-axle trailer: … kg

18.4.

Unbraked trailer: … kg

19. Technically permissible maximum static vertical mass at the coupling point: … kg U.K.
Power plant U.K.
20. Manufacturer of the engine: … U.K.
21. Engine code as marked on the engine: … U.K.
22. Working principle: … U.K.
23. Pure electric: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
23.1.

Hybrid [electric] vehicle: yes/no ( 1 )

24. Number and arrangement of cylinders: … U.K.
25. Engine capacity: … cm 3 U.K.
26. Fuel: Diesel/petrol/LPG/NG — Biomethane/Ethanol/Biodiesel/Hydrogen ( 1 ) U.K.
26.1.

Mono fuel/Bi fuel/Flex fuel ( 1 )

27. Maximum net power ( g ): … kW at … min -1 or maximum continuous rated power (electric motor) … kW ( 1 ) U.K.
Maximum speed U.K.
29. Maximum speed: … km/h U.K.
Axles and suspension U.K.
30. Axle(s) track: U.K.
1.

… mm

2.

… mm

3.

… mm

35. Tyre/wheel combination ( h ): … U.K.
Brakes U.K.
36. Trailer brake connections mechanical/electric/pneumatic/hydraulic ( 1 ) U.K.
Bodywork U.K.
38. Code for bodywork ( i ): … U.K.
40. Colour of vehicle ( j ): … U.K.
41. Number and configuration of doors: … U.K.
42. Number of seating positions (including the driver) ( k ): … U.K.
42.1.

Seat(s) designated for use only when the vehicle is stationary: …

42.3.

Number of wheelchair user accessible position: …

Environmental performances U.K.
46. Sound level U.K.

Stationary: … dB(A) at engine speed: … min -1

Drive-by: … dB(A)

47. Exhaust emission level ( l ): Euro … U.K.
48. Exhaust emissions ( m ): U.K.

Number of the base regulatory act and latest amending regulatory act applicable: …

1.1.

test procedure: Type I or ESC ( 1 )

  • CO: …

  • HC: …

  • NO x : …

  • HC + NO x : …

  • Particulates: …

Smoke opacity (ELR): … (m -1 )

1.2.

test procedure: Type I (Euro 5 or 6 ( 1 ))

  • CO: …

  • THC: …

  • NMHC: …

  • NO x : …

  • THC + NO x : …

  • Particulates (mass): …

  • Particles (number): …

2.

test procedure: ETC (if applicable)

  • CO: …

  • NO x : …

  • NMHC: …

  • THC: …

  • CH 4 : …

  • Particulates: …

48.1.

Smoke corrected absorption coefficient: … (m -1 )

49. CO 2 emissions/fuel consumption/electric energy consumption ( m ): U.K.
1.

all power train except pure electric vehicles

CO 2 emissions Fuel consumption
Urban conditions: … g/km … l/100 km/m 3 /100 km ( 1 )
Extra-urban conditions: … g/km … l/100 km/m 3 /100 km ( 1 )
Combined: … g/km … l/100 km/m 3 /100 km ( 1 )
Weighted, combined … g/km … l/100 km
2.

pure electric vehicles and OVC hybrid electric vehicles

Electric energy consumption (weighted, combined ( 1 ))

… Wh/km

Electric range

… km

Miscellaneous U.K.
51. For special purpose vehicles: designation in accordance with Annex II Section 5: … U.K.
52. Remarks ( n ): … U.K.

SIDE 2 VEHICLE CATEGORY M 2 U.K. (complete and completed vehicles) U.K.

Side 2 U.K.
General construction characteristics U.K.
1. Number of axles: … and wheels: … U.K.
1.1.

Number and position of axles with twin wheels: …

2. Steered axles (number, position): … U.K.
3. Powered axles (number, position, interconnection): … … U.K.
Main dimensions U.K.
4. Wheelbase ( e ): … mm U.K.
4.1.

Axle spacing:

  • 1-2: … mm

  • 2-3: … mm

  • 3-4: … mm

5. Length: … mm U.K.
6. Width: … mm U.K.
7. Height: … mm U.K.
9. Distance between the front end of the vehicle and the centre of the coupling device: … mm U.K.
12. Rear overhang: … mm U.K.
Masses U.K.
13. Mass of the vehicle in running order: … kg ( f ) U.K.
13.1.

Distribution of this mass amongst the axles:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16. Technically permissible maximum masses U.K.
16.1.

Technically permissible maximum laden mass: … kg

16.2.

Technically permissible mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.3.

Technically permissible mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.4.

Technically permissible maximum mass of the combination: … kg

17. Intended registration/in service maximum permissible masses in national/international traffic ( 1 )( o ) U.K.
17.1.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: … kg

17.2.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

17.3.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

17.4.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible mass of the combination: … kg

18. Technically permissible maximum towable mass in case of: U.K.
18.1.

Drawbar trailer: … kg

18.3.

Centre-axle trailer: … kg

18.4.

Unbraked trailer: … kg

19. Technically permissible maximum static mass at the coupling point: … kg U.K.
Power plant U.K.
20. Manufacturer of the engine: … U.K.
21. Engine code as marked on the engine: … U.K.
22. Working principle: … U.K.
23. Pure electric: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
23.1.

Hybrid [electric] vehicle: yes/no ( 1 )

24. Number and arrangement of cylinders: … U.K.
25. Engine capacity: … cm 3 U.K.
26. Fuel: Diesel/petrol/LPG/NG — Biomethane/Ethanol/Biodiesel/Hydrogen ( 1 ) U.K.
26.1.

Mono fuel/Bi fuel/Flex fuel ( 1 )

27. Maximum net power ( g ): … kW at … min -1 or maximum continuous rated power (electric motor) … kW ( 1 ) U.K.
28. Gearbox (type): … U.K.
Maximum speed U.K.
29. Maximum speed: … km/h U.K.
Axles and suspension U.K.
30. Axle(s) track: U.K.
1.

… mm

2.

… mm

3.

… mm

33. Drive axle(s) fitted with air suspension or equivalent: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
35. Tyre/wheel combination ( h ): … U.K.
Brakes U.K.
36. Trailer brake connections mechanical/electric/pneumatic/hydraulic ( 1 ) U.K.
37. Pressure in feed line for trailer braking system: … bar U.K.
Bodywork U.K.
38. Code for bodywork ( i ): … U.K.
39. Class of vehicle: class I/Class II/Class III/Class A/Class B ( 1 ) U.K.
41. Number and configuration of doors: … U.K.
42. Number of seating positions (including the driver) ( k ): … U.K.
42.1.

Seat(s) designated for use only when the vehicle is stationary: …

42.3.

Number of wheelchair user accessible position: …

43. Number of standing places: … U.K.
Coupling device U.K.
44. Approval number or approval mark of coupling device (if fitted): … U.K.
45.1. Characteristics values ( 1 ): D: …/ V: …/ S: …/ U: … U.K.
Environmental performances U.K.
46. Sound level U.K.

Stationary: … dB(A) at engine speed: … min -1

Drive-by: … dB(A)

47. Exhaust emission level ( l ): Euro … U.K.
48. Exhaust emissions ( m ): U.K.

Number of the base regulatory act and latest amending regulatory act applicable: …

1.1.

test procedure: Type I or ESC ( 1 )

  • CO: …

  • HC: …

  • NO x : …

  • HC + NO x : …

  • Particulates: …

Smoke opacity (ELR): … (m -1 )

1.2.

test procedure: Type I (Euro 5 or 6 ( 1 ))

  • CO: …

  • THC: …

  • NMHC: …

  • NO x : …

  • THC + NO x : …

  • Particulates (mass): …

  • Particles (number): …

2.

test procedure: ETC (if applicable)

  • CO: …

  • NO x : …

  • NMHC: …

  • THC: …

  • CH 4 : …

  • Particulates: …

48.1.

Smoke corrected absorption coefficient: … (m -1 )

Miscellaneous U.K.
51. For special purpose vehicles: designation in accordance with Annex II Section 5: … U.K.
52. Remarks ( n ): … U.K.

SIDE 2 VEHICLE CATEGORY M 3 U.K. (complete and completed vehicles) U.K.

Side 2 U.K.
General construction characteristics U.K.
1. Number of axles: … and wheels: … U.K.
1.1.

Number and position of axles with twin wheels: …

2. Steered axles (number, position): … U.K.
3. Powered axles (number, position, interconnection): … … U.K.
Main dimensions U.K.
4. Wheelbase ( e ): … mm U.K.
4.1.

Axle spacing:

  • 1-2: … mm

  • 2-3: … mm

  • 3-4: … mm

5. Length: … mm U.K.
6. Width: … mm U.K.
7. Height: … mm U.K.
9. Distance between the front end of the vehicle and the centre of the coupling device: … mm U.K.
12. Rear overhang: … mm U.K.
Masses U.K.
13. Mass of the vehicle in running order: … kg ( f ) U.K.
13.1.

Distribution of this mass amongst the axles:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16. Technically permissible maximum masses U.K.
16.1.

Technically permissible maximum laden mass: … kg

16.2.

Technically permissible mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.3.

Technically permissible mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.4.

Technically permissible maximum mass of the combination: … kg

17. Intended registration/in service maximum permissible masses in national/international traffic ( 1 )( o ) U.K.
17.1.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: … kg

17.2.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

17.3.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

17.4.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible mass of the combination: … kg

18. Technically permissible maximum towable mass in case of: U.K.
18.1.

Drawbar trailer: … kg

18.3.

Centre-axle trailer: … kg

18.4.

Unbraked trailer: … kg

19. Technically permissible maximum static mass at the coupling point: … kg U.K.
Power plant U.K.
20. Manufacturer of the engine: … U.K.
21. Engine code as marked on the engine: … U.K.
22. Working principle: … U.K.
23. Pure electric: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
23.1.

Hybrid [electric] vehicle: yes/no ( 1 )

24. Number and arrangement of cylinders: … U.K.
25. Engine capacity: … cm 3 U.K.
26. Fuel: Diesel/petrol/LPG/NG — Biomethane/Ethanol/Biodiesel/Hydrogen ( 1 ) U.K.
26.1.

Mono fuel/Bi fuel/Flex fuel ( 1 )

27. Maximum net power ( g ): … kW at … min -1 or maximum continuous rated power (electric motor) … kW ( 1 ) U.K.
28. Gearbox (type): … U.K.
Maximum speed U.K.
29. Maximum speed: … km/h U.K.
Axles and suspension U.K.
30.1. Track of each steered axle: … mm U.K.
30.2. Track of all other axles: … mm U.K.
32. Position of loadable axle(s): … U.K.
33. Drive axle(s) fitted with air suspension or equivalent: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
35. Tyre/wheel combination ( h ): … U.K.
Brakes U.K.
36. Trailer brake connections mechanical/electric/pneumatic/hydraulic ( 1 ) U.K.
37. Pressure in feed line for trailer braking system: … bar U.K.
Bodywork U.K.
38. Code for bodywork ( i ): … U.K.
39. Class of vehicle: class I/Class II/Class III/Class A/Class B ( 1 ) U.K.
41. Number and configuration of doors: … U.K.
42. Number of seating positions (including the driver) ( k ): … U.K.
42.1.

Seat(s) designated for use only when the vehicle is stationary: …

42.2.

Number of passenger seating positions: … (lower deck) … (upper deck) (including the driver)

42.3.

Number of wheelchair user accessible position: …

43. Number of standing places: … U.K.
Coupling device U.K.
44. Approval number or approval mark of coupling device (if fitted): … U.K.
45.1. Characteristics values ( 1 ): D: …/ V: …/ S: …/ U: … U.K.
Environmental performances U.K.
46. Sound level U.K.

Stationary: … dB(A) at engine speed: … min -1

Drive-by: … dB(A)

47. Exhaust emission level ( l ): Euro … U.K.
48. Exhaust emissions ( m ): U.K.

Number of the base regulatory act and latest amending regulatory act applicable: …

1.

test procedure: Type I or ESC ( 1 )

  • CO: …

  • HC: …

  • NO x : …

  • HC + NO x : …

  • Particulates: …

Smoke opacity (ELR): … (m -1 )

2.

test procedure: ETC (if applicable)

  • CO: …

  • NO x : …

  • NMHC: …

  • THC: …

  • CH 4 : …

  • Particulates: …

48.1.

Smoke corrected absorption coefficient: … (m -1 )

Miscellaneous U.K.
51. For special purpose vehicles: designation in accordance with Annex II Section 5: … U.K.
52. Remarks ( n ): … U.K.

SIDE 2 VEHICLE CATEGORY N 1 U.K. (complete and completed vehicles) U.K.

Side 2 U.K.
General construction characteristics U.K.
1. Number of axles: … and wheels: … U.K.
1.1.

Number and position of axles with twin wheels: …

3. Powered axles (number, position, interconnection): … … U.K.
Main dimensions U.K.
4. Wheelbase ( e ): … mm U.K.
4.1.

Axle spacing:

  • 1-2: … mm

  • 2-3: … mm

  • 3-4: … mm

5. Length: … mm U.K.
6. Width: … mm U.K.
7. Height: … mm U.K.
8. Fifth wheel lead for semi-trailer towing vehicle (maximum and minimum): … mm U.K.
9. Distance between the front end of the vehicle and the centre of the coupling device: … mm U.K.
11. Length of the loading area: … mm U.K.
Masses U.K.
13. Mass of the vehicle in running order: … kg ( f ) U.K.
13.1.

Distribution of this mass amongst the axles:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

16. Technically permissible maximum masses U.K.
16.1.

Technically permissible maximum laden mass: … kg

16.2.

Technically permissible mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.4.

Technically permissible maximum mass of the combination: … kg

18. Technically permissible maximum towable mass in case of: U.K.
18.1.

Drawbar trailer: … kg

18.2.

Semi-trailer: … kg

18.3.

Centre-axle trailer: … kg

18.4.

Unbraked trailer: … kg

19. Technically permissible maximum static mass at the coupling point: … kg U.K.
Power plant U.K.
20. Manufacturer of the engine: … U.K.
21. Engine code as marked on the engine: … U.K.
22. Working principle: … U.K.
23. Pure electric: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
23.1.

Hybrid [electric] vehicle: yes/no ( 1 )

24. Number and arrangement of cylinders: … U.K.
25. Engine capacity: … cm 3 U.K.
26. Fuel: Diesel/petrol/LPG/NG — Biomethane/Ethanol/Biodiesel/Hydrogen ( 1 ) U.K.
26.1.

Mono fuel/Bi fuel/Flex fuel ( 1 )

27. Maximum net power ( g ): … kW at … min -1 or maximum continuous rated power (electric motor) … kW ( 1 ) U.K.
28. Gearbox (type): … U.K.
Maximum speed U.K.
29. Maximum speed: … km/h U.K.
Axles and suspension U.K.
30. Axle(s) track: U.K.
1.

… mm

2.

… mm

3.

… mm

35. Tyre/wheel combination ( h ): … U.K.
Brakes U.K.
36. Trailer brake connections mechanical/electric/pneumatic/hydraulic ( 1 ) U.K.
37. Pressure in feed line for trailer braking system: … bar U.K.
Bodywork U.K.
38. Code for bodywork ( i ): … U.K.
40. Colour of vehicle ( j ): … U.K.
41. Number and configuration of doors: … U.K.
42. Number of seating positions (including the driver) ( k ): … U.K.
Coupling device U.K.
44. Approval number or approval mark of coupling device (if fitted): … U.K.
45.1. Characteristics values ( 1 ): D: …/ V: …/ S: …/ U: … U.K.
Environmental performances U.K.
46. Sound level U.K.

Stationary: … dB(A) at engine speed: … min -1

Drive-by: … dB(A)

47. Exhaust emission level ( l ): Euro … U.K.
48. Exhaust emissions ( m ): U.K.

Number of the base regulatory act and latest amending regulatory act applicable: …

1.1.

test procedure: Type I or ESC ( 1 )

  • CO: …

  • HC: …

  • NO x : …

  • HC + NO x : …

  • Particulates: …

Smoke opacity (ELR): … (m -1 )

1.2.

test procedure: Type I (Euro 5 or 6 ( 1 ))

  • CO: …

  • THC: …

  • NMHC: …

  • NO x : …

  • THC + NO x : …

  • Particulates (mass): …

  • Particles (number): …

2.

test procedure: ETC (if applicable)

  • CO: …

  • NO x : …

  • NMHC: …

  • THC: …

  • CH 4 : …

  • Particulates: …

48.1.

Smoke corrected absorption coefficient: … (m -1 )

49. CO 2 emissions/fuel consumption/electric energy consumption ( m ): U.K.
1.

all power train except pure electric vehicles

CO 2 emissions Fuel consumption
Urban conditions: … g/km … l/100 km/m 3 /100 km ( 1 )
Extra-urban conditions: … g/km … l/100 km/m 3 /100 km ( 1 )
Combined: … g/km … l/100 km/m 3 /100 km ( 1 )
Weighted, combined … g/km … l/100 km
2.

pure electric vehicles and OVC hybrid electric vehicles

Electric energy consumption (weighted, combined ( 1 ))

… Wh/km

Electric range

… km

Miscellaneous U.K.
50. Type-approved according to the design requirements for transporting dangerous goods: yes/class(es): …/no ( l ): U.K.
51. For special purpose vehicles: designation in accordance with Annex II Section 5: … U.K.
52. Remarks ( n ): … U.K.

SIDE 2 VEHICLE CATEGORY N 2 U.K. (complete and completed vehicles) U.K.

Side 2 U.K.
General construction characteristics U.K.
1. Number of axles: … and wheels: … U.K.
1.1.

Number and position of axles with twin wheels: …

2. Steered axles (number, position): … U.K.
3. Powered axles (number, position, interconnection): … … U.K.
Main dimensions U.K.
4. Wheelbase ( e ): … mm U.K.
4.1.

Axle spacing:

  • 1-2: … mm

  • 2-3: … mm

  • 3-4: … mm

5. Length: … mm U.K.
6. Width: … mm U.K.
8. Fifth wheel lead for semi-trailer towing vehicle (maximum and minimum): … mm U.K.
9. Distance between the front end of the vehicle and the centre of the coupling device: … mm U.K.
11. Length of the loading area: … mm U.K.
12. Rear overhang: … mm U.K.
Masses U.K.
13. Mass of the vehicle in running order: … kg ( f ) U.K.
13.1.

Distribution of this mass amongst the axles:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

16. Technically permissible maximum masses U.K.
16.1.

Technically permissible maximum laden mass: … kg

16.2.

Technically permissible mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.3.

Technically permissible mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.4.

Technically permissible maximum mass of the combination: … kg

17. Intended registration/in service maximum permissible masses in national/international traffic ( 1 )( o ) U.K.
17.1.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: … kg

17.2.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

17.3.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

17.4.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible mass of the combination: … kg

18. Technically permissible maximum towable mass in case of: U.K.
18.1.

Drawbar trailer: … kg

18.2.

Semi-trailer: … kg

18.3.

Centre-axle trailer: … kg

18.4.

Unbraked trailer: … kg

19. Technically permissible maximum static mass at the coupling point: … kg U.K.
Power plant U.K.
20. Manufacturer of the engine: … U.K.
21. Engine code as marked on the engine: … U.K.
22. Working principle: … U.K.
23. Pure electric: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
23.1.

Hybrid [electric] vehicle: yes/no ( 1 )

24. Number and arrangement of cylinders: … U.K.
25. Engine capacity: … cm 3 U.K.
26. Fuel: Diesel/petrol/LPG/NG — Biomethane/Ethanol/Biodiesel/Hydrogen ( 1 ) U.K.
26.1.

Mono fuel/Bi fuel/Flex fuel ( 1 )

27. Maximum net power ( g ): … kW at … min -1 or maximum continuous rated power (electric motor) … kW ( 1 ) U.K.
28. Gearbox (type): … U.K.
Maximum speed U.K.
29. Maximum speed: … km/h U.K.
Axles and suspension U.K.
31. Position of retractable axle(s): … U.K.
32. Position of loadable axle(s): … U.K.
33. Drive axle(s) fitted with air suspension or equivalent: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
35. Tyre/wheel combination ( h ): … U.K.
Brakes U.K.
36. Trailer brake connections mechanical/electric/pneumatic/hydraulic ( 1 ) U.K.
37. Pressure in feed line for trailer braking system: … bar U.K.
Bodywork U.K.
38. Code for bodywork ( i ): … U.K.
41. Number and configuration of doors: … U.K.
42. Number of seating positions (including the driver) ( k ): … U.K.
Coupling device U.K.
44. Approval number or approval mark of coupling device (if fitted): … U.K.
45.1. Characteristics values ( 1 ): D: …/ V: …/ S: …/ U: … U.K.
Environmental performances U.K.
46. Sound level U.K.

Stationary: … dB(A) at engine speed: … min -1

Drive-by: … dB(A)

47. Exhaust emission level ( l ): Euro … U.K.
48. Exhaust emissions ( m ): U.K.

Number of the base regulatory act and latest amending regulatory act applicable: …

1.1.

test procedure: Type I or ESC ( 1 )

  • CO: …

  • HC: …

  • NO x : …

  • HC + NO x : …

  • Particulates: …

Smoke opacity (ELR): … (m -1 )

1.2.

test procedure: Type I (Euro 5 or 6 ( 1 ))

  • CO: …

  • THC: …

  • NMHC: …

  • NO x : …

  • THC + NO x : …

  • Particulates (mass): …

  • Particles (number): …

2.

test procedure: ETC (if applicable)

  • CO: …

  • NO x : …

  • NMHC: …

  • THC: …

  • CH 4 : …

  • Particulates: …

48.1.

Smoke corrected absorption coefficient: … (m -1 )

Miscellaneous U.K.
50. Type-approved according to the design requirements for transporting dangerous goods: yes/class(es): …/no ( l ): U.K.
51. For special purpose vehicles: designation in accordance with Annex II Section 5: … U.K.
52. Remarks ( n ): … U.K.

SIDE 2 VEHICLE CATEGORY N 3 U.K. (complete and completed vehicles) U.K.

Side 2 U.K.
General construction characteristics U.K.
1. Number of axles: … and wheels: … U.K.
1.1.

Number and position of axles with twin wheels: …

2. Steered axles (number, position): … U.K.
3. Powered axles (number, position, interconnection): … … U.K.
Main dimensions U.K.
4. Wheelbase ( e ): … mm U.K.
4.1.

Axle spacing:

  • 1-2: … mm

  • 2-3: … mm

  • 3-4: … mm

5. Length: … mm U.K.
6. Width: … mm U.K.
8. Fifth wheel lead for semi-trailer towing vehicle (maximum and minimum): … mm U.K.
9. Distance between the front end of the vehicle and the centre of the coupling device: … mm U.K.
11. Length of the loading area: … mm U.K.
12. Rear overhang: … mm U.K.
Masses U.K.
13. Mass of the vehicle in running order: … kg ( f ) U.K.
13.1.

Distribution of this mass amongst the axles:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

16. Technically permissible maximum masses U.K.
16.1.

Technically permissible maximum laden mass: … kg

16.2.

Technically permissible mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.3.

Technically permissible mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.4.

Technically permissible maximum mass of the combination: … kg

17. Intended registration/in service maximum permissible masses in national/international traffic ( 1 )( o ) U.K.
17.1.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: … kg

17.2.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

17.3.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

17.4.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible mass of the combination: … kg

18. Technically permissible maximum towable mass in case of: U.K.
18.1.

Drawbar trailer: … kg

18.2.

Semi-trailer: … kg

18.3.

Centre-axle trailer: … kg

18.4.

Unbraked trailer: … kg

19. Technically permissible maximum static mass at the coupling point: … kg U.K.
Power plant U.K.
20. Manufacturer of the engine: … U.K.
21. Engine code as marked on the engine: … U.K.
22. Working principle: … U.K.
23. Pure electric: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
23.1.

Hybrid [electric] vehicle: yes/no ( 1 )

24. Number and arrangement of cylinders: … U.K.
25. Engine capacity: … cm 3 U.K.
26. Fuel: Diesel/petrol/LPG/NG — Biomethane/Ethanol/Biodiesel/Hydrogen ( 1 ) U.K.
26.1.

Mono fuel/Bi fuel/Flex fuel ( 1 )

27. Maximum net power ( g ): … kW at … min -1 or maximum continuous rated power (electric motor) … kW ( 1 ) U.K.
28. Gearbox (type): … U.K.
Maximum speed U.K.
29. Maximum speed: … km/h U.K.
Axles and suspension U.K.
31. Position of retractable axle(s): … U.K.
32. Position of loadable axle(s): … U.K.
33. Drive axle(s) fitted with air suspension or equivalent: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
35. Tyre/wheel combination ( h ): … U.K.
Brakes U.K.
36. Trailer brake connections mechanical/electric/pneumatic/hydraulic ( 1 ) U.K.
37. Pressure in feed line for trailer braking system: … bar U.K.
Bodywork U.K.
38. Code for bodywork ( i ): … U.K.
41. Number and configuration of doors: … U.K.
42. Number of seating positions (including the driver) ( k ): … U.K.
Coupling device U.K.
44. Approval number or approval mark of coupling device (if fitted): … U.K.
45.1. Characteristics values ( 1 ): D: …/ V: …/ S: …/ U: … U.K.
Environmental performances U.K.
46. Sound level U.K.

Stationary: … dB(A) at engine speed: … min -1

Drive-by: … dB(A)

47. Exhaust emission level ( l ): Euro … U.K.
48. Exhaust emissions ( m ): U.K.

Number of the base regulatory act and latest amending regulatory act applicable: …

1.

test procedure: Type I or ESC ( 1 )

  • CO: …

  • HC: …

  • NO x : …

  • HC + NO x : …

  • Particulates: …

Smoke opacity (ELR): … (m -1 )

2.

test procedure: ETC (if applicable)

  • CO: …

  • NO x : …

  • NMHC: …

  • THC: …

  • CH 4 : …

  • Particulates: …

48.1.

Smoke corrected absorption coefficient: … (m -1 )

Miscellaneous U.K.
50. Type-approved according to the design requirements for transporting dangerous goods: yes/class(es): …/no ( l ): U.K.
51. For special purpose vehicles: designation in accordance with Annex II Section 5: … U.K.
52. Remarks ( n ): … U.K.

SIDE 2 VEHICLE CATEGORIES O 1 AND O 2 U.K. (complete and completed vehicles) U.K.

Side 2 U.K.
General construction characteristics U.K.
1. Number of axles: … and wheels: … U.K.
1.1.

Number and position of axles with twin wheels: …

Main dimensions U.K.
4. Wheelbase ( e ): … mm U.K.
4.1.

Axle spacing:

  • 1-2: … mm

  • 2-3: … mm

  • 3-4: … mm

5. Length: … mm U.K.
6. Width: … mm U.K.
7. Height: … mm U.K.
10. Distance between the centre of the coupling device and the rear end of the vehicle: … mm U.K.
11. Length of the loading area: … mm U.K.
12. Rear overhang: … mm U.K.
Masses U.K.
13. Mass of the vehicle in running order: … kg ( f ) U.K.
13.1.

Distribution of this mass amongst the axles:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

16. Technically permissible maximum masses U.K.
16.1.

Technically permissible maximum laden mass: … kg

16.2.

Technically permissible mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.3.

Technically permissible mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

19. Technically permissible maximum static mass on the coupling point of a semi-trailer or centre-axle trailer: … kg U.K.
Maximum speed U.K.
29. Maximum speed: … km/h U.K.
Axles and suspension U.K.
30.1. Track of each steered axle: … mm U.K.
30.2. Track of all other axles: … mm U.K.
31. Position of retractable axle(s): … U.K.
32. Position of loadable axle(s): … U.K.
34. Axle(s) fitted with air suspension or equivalent: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
35. Tyre/wheel combination ( h ): … U.K.
Brakes U.K.
36. Trailer brake connections mechanical/electric/pneumatic/hydraulic ( 1 ) U.K.
Bodywork U.K.
38. Code for bodywork ( i ): … U.K.
Coupling device U.K.
44. Approval number or approval mark of coupling device (if fitted): … U.K.
45.1. Characteristics values ( 1 ): D: …/ V: …/ S: …/ U: … U.K.
Miscellaneous U.K.
50. Type-approved according to the design requirements for transporting dangerous goods: yes/class(es): …/no ( l ): U.K.
51. For special purpose vehicles: designation in accordance with Annex II Section 5: … U.K.
52. Remarks ( n ): … U.K.

SIDE 2 VEHICLE CATEGORIES O 3 AND O 4 U.K. (complete and completed vehicles) U.K.

Side 2 U.K.
General construction characteristics U.K.
1. Number of axles: … and wheels: … U.K.
1.1.

Number and position of axles with twin wheels: …

2. Steered axles (number, position): … U.K.
Main dimensions U.K.
4. Wheelbase ( e ): … mm U.K.
4.1.

Axle spacing:

  • 1-2: … mm

  • 2-3: … mm

  • 3-4: … mm

5. Length: … mm U.K.
6. Width: … mm U.K.
7. Height: … mm U.K.
10. Distance between the centre of the coupling device and the rear end of the vehicle: … mm U.K.
11. Length of the loading area: … mm U.K.
12. Rear overhang: … mm U.K.
Masses U.K.
13. Mass of the vehicle in running order: … kg ( f ) U.K.
13.1.

Distribution of this mass amongst the axles:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

16. Technically permissible maximum masses U.K.
16.1.

Technically permissible maximum laden mass: … kg

16.2.

Technically permissible mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

16.3.

Technically permissible mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg etc.

17. Intended registration/in service maximum permissible masses in national/international traffic ( 1 )( o ) U.K.
17.1.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: … kg

17.2.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

17.3.

Intended registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass on each axle group:

1.

… kg

2.

… kg

3.

… kg

19. Technically permissible maximum static mass on the coupling point of a semi-trailer or centre-axle trailer: … kg U.K.
Maximum speed U.K.
29. Maximum speed: … km/h U.K.
Axles and suspension U.K.
31. Position of retractable axle(s): … U.K.
32. Position of loadable axle(s): … U.K.
34. Axle(s) fitted with air suspension or equivalent: yes/no ( 1 ) U.K.
35. Tyre/wheel combination ( h ): … U.K.
Brakes U.K.
36. Trailer brake connections mechanical/electric/pneumatic/hydraulic ( 1 ) U.K.
Bodywork U.K.
38. Code for bodywork ( i ): … U.K.
Coupling device U.K.
44. Approval number or approval mark of coupling device (if fitted): … U.K.
45.1. Characteristics values ( 1 ): D: …/ V: …/ S: …/ U: … U.K.
Miscellaneous U.K.
50. Type-approved according to the design requirements for transporting dangerous goods: yes/class(es): …/no ( l ): U.K.
51. For special purpose vehicles: designation in accordance with Annex II Section 5: … U.K.
52. Remarks ( n ): …] U.K.

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