Can a car with replaced LED headlights pass the annual inspection?

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MariaAnn
09/04/25 8:17am
As long as the replaced LED headlights meet national requirements, they can pass the annual inspection. The relevant requirements are as follows: 1. Light color and brightness: The replaced bulbs must not exceed 6500K, otherwise the annual inspection equipment cannot detect the light. The replaced bulbs must be properly adjusted in height and alignment, with a central focusing point. The equipment tests the brightness at the center point, so scattered light will not pass the inspection. 2. LED bulb installation issues: The bulb position and rear cover distance vary for each car. Current LED bulbs come with either fans or aluminum heat dissipation strips. Choose LED bulbs that can be properly installed in your car; otherwise, the rear cover may not fit tightly, leading to water and dust ingress, which can quickly damage the bulbs and even affect the car's wiring and assembly. 3. LED bulb brands: It is advisable to choose well-known brands because LED bulbs have high requirements for heat dissipation and lamp beads. Poor heat dissipation can cause rapid light attenuation and burn out the lamp core quickly. Choosing bulbs from reputable brands ensures quality and performance.
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