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For those in the UK that have converted their standard headlight bulbs to LED, up until 21/3/21 it would appear these would have created an automatic MOT failure. I hence suspect that any such vehicle could possibly have been deemed unroadworthy in the event of an insurance claim.
The good news however is that from 22/3/21 these may now be legal if installed in a car manufactured prior to 1/4/86. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/special-notice-01-21-headlamp-conversions/mot-special-notice-01-21-headlamp-conversions
I currently have standard bulbs, but have seen a few Lagondas with LED headlamps retrofitted. If the above is correct (and would suggest that anyone with an interest confirms it for themselves)…. I may well consider now taking the plunge with LED’s. Any feedback on the effectiveness of LED bulbs from those using them would hence be appreciated.An acquaintance fitted some to his Riley, a 1949 RMA. He had great difficulty getting a good focus and beam pattern, but eventually succeeded. So, worthwhile but perhaps don’t expect to simply fit and drive!
LaurenceI am certainly intending to convert the brake lights, tail lights, side lights and indicators to LED they are so much more noticeable in daylight conditions. However, I rarely use my 16/80 at night and would prefer to keep the headlamps as original. I may be strange but I dislike the look of the LED bulbs because they look odd in the P80 headlamps.
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