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For headlamps with a centre not more than 850mm from the ground, the beam
image horizontal cut-off is not between the horizontal 0,5% and 2% lines, i.e. the red
tolerance band.
For headlamps with a centre more than 850mm from the ground, the beam image horizontal
cut-off is not between the horizontal 1,25% and 2,75% lines, i.e. the blue tolerance band.
The beam image “break point” is:
To the right of the 0% vertical line or
To the left of the vertical 2% line
(NOTE 1)
The above information is based on the criteria published in the MOT Inspection
Manual which is an HMSO publication and is available from most bookshops. Always refer to
the current edition for any amendments or changes to current legislation.