← Lessons 20-Mechanical Conditions - Plating and Testing
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1. INTRODUCTION 2. VEHICLES SUBJECT TO TEST 3. MANUFACTURERS' PLATES 4. TYPE APPROVAL 5. DfT PLATING PROCEDURE 6. ANNUAL EXAMINATION 7. Quick Exam Numbers / Facts – Memorise These 8. Final Memory Checklist

3. MANUFACTURERS' PLATES

  • Motor vehicles and trailers must also have a manufacturer’s plate containing particulars required by the C & U Regulations.
  • For motor vehicles, the plate includes the manufacturer name, vehicle type, engine type and power, chassis/serial number (VIN), number of axles, maximum permitted weight on each axle, maximum gross weight, and maximum train weight.
  • For trailers and semi-trailers, the relevant information is shown with the vehicle and engine details omitted.
  • Trailer and semi-trailer plates must additionally show the year of manufacture.
  • The manufacturer’s plate is metal, fitted at manufacture, and usually attached to the chassis or inside the driver’s cab.