Can modified lights pass the annual inspection?
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Modified lights can pass the annual inspection if they meet national requirements. The following conditions must be satisfied to comply with national standards: 1. The brightness of the lights must be within the legal limits—low beams should not be less than 1050 lumens, high beams not less than 1450 lumens, and the illumination intensity during driving should be no less than 15,000 CD and no more than 120,000 CD, with a color temperature not exceeding 6000K. 2. The color of the lights must not be altered. 3. The angle of the lights must also be correct. 4. Xenon and LED lights must be equipped with lenses. 5. Angel eyes and demon eyes will definitely fail the annual inspection, and if caught by traffic police, they may also result in penalties.
I had my car lights modified with LED bulbs, originally intending to enhance brightness for better visibility at night. However, I ran into trouble during last year's annual inspection because the color temperature was too high and exceeded the standard. The technician said national regulations only allow white or yellow light, and the ones I installed were too blue, making it impossible to pass. Later, I learned that light modifications must comply with GB standards, including beam height and scattering angle, to avoid affecting others. I went to a professional shop to readjust the lens position before the issue was resolved. I recommend checking regulations or consulting experts before modifying lights—don't just go for looks, safety and compliance are most important. Looking back now, compliant modifications are actually more reliable.
