LostKiwi
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From pagec1:Hi,
I have just exported my 2009 CLC 200 CDI to France and would like to register it there.
The headlights are halogen (these ones : https://www.onlinecarparts.co.uk/magneti-marelli-1853180.html).
Do I need to change them completely in order to comply with French MOT standards ? (apologies if the question has been asked previously!)
Thanks
Sophie
"Model 172 and 204.9 with halogens are adjusted using the range controller (must be checked with headlamp aimer)
Model 204.0/2 as of YoM 11/1 and model 204.3 with halogen headlamps, no headlamp adjustment is necessary!"
The acid test is when you shine low beam against a wall the beam pattern must not 'kick' up to the left at all.
If it does you will need to change the headlights.