Can modified headlights pass the annual inspection?
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Yes, it can pass. The annual inspection checks the luminous flux value of the headlights. As long as the modified headlights fall within the acceptable range of luminous flux values, it will not affect the annual inspection. Here is some relevant information about the annual inspection: 1. Definition of vehicle annual inspection: Vehicle annual inspection refers to a mandatory test for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates. It is equivalent to an annual health check for the vehicle according to the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety." 2. Purpose of vehicle annual inspection: The annual inspection helps to promptly eliminate potential safety hazards in vehicles, encourages better maintenance, and reduces the occurrence of traffic accidents. 3. Regulations for annual inspection: Relevant regulations for vehicle annual inspections are specified in documents such as the "Road Traffic Safety Law Implementation Regulations." Before the inspection, some preparatory work is required (such as understanding relevant information, online appointments, procedures, and vehicle-related issues) to ensure a smooth and successful inspection. There are initial and regular inspections, as well as some related policies.
Last time I helped a friend modify his car lights, it got stuck during the annual inspection. Later I learned there are tricks to it. The law states that the color temperature must not exceed 6000K, so those bluish lights are absolutely not allowed. Brightness is also important - for example, replacing 55W halogen bulbs with 100W xenon lights can easily cause overexposure, triggering alarms when the inspection device checks them. The most crucial factor is the light beam height. I've seen cases where people adjusted their modified lights to point skyward - while it illuminated road signs nicely, it also blinded oncoming drivers. It's best to keep the original factory assembly when modifying lights, so you can switch back if it fails inspection. Trying modified lenses might be an option - I know several car modification enthusiasts who use those headlights with cutoff lines, which both improve illumination and avoid dazzling other drivers.
