5AExceptions to application of Heavy Vehicle Standards

5A Exceptions to application of Heavy Vehicle Standards

(1) A requirement of the Heavy Vehicle Standards does not apply to a vehicle, or combination of vehicles, used only on a railway or tramway. (2) A requirement in Parts 2 to 9 (inclusive) of the Heavy Vehicle Standards does not apply to a vehicle if: (a) the requirement is inconsistent with a requirement of a second or third edition ADR applying to the vehicle; and (b) the vehicle complies with the requirement mentioned in paragraph (a). (3) A requirement in Parts 2 to 9 (inclusive) of the Heavy Vehicle Standards does not apply to a vehicle if: (a) the vehicle does not comply with a requirement of an ADR; and (b) despite the non‑compliance, approval has been given, under section 10 of the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989, to place identification plates on vehicles of that type; and (c) the vehicle complies with the approval conditions (if any); and (d) the requirement of the Heavy Vehicle Standards corresponds to the requirement of the ADR.