Missouri Code of State Regulations
Title 11 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Division 50 - Missouri State Highway Patrol
Chapter 2 - Motor Vehicle Inspection
Section 11 CSR 50-2.180 - Lighting Equipment

Universal Citation: 11 MO Code of State Regs 50-2.180

Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 18, September 16, 2024

PURPOSE: This rule describes the procedures and standards for the inspection of lighting equipment. The inspection of lighting equipment is a requirement of section 307.365, RSMo.

(1) Headlights. Every motor vehicle, other than a motorcycle, shall be equipped with one (1) of the following types of headlighting systems which shall exhibit light substantially white in color (see headlight chart).

(A) Approved Headlamp Systems.
1. 177-mm diameter, 2D1 both upper and lower beam.

2. 146-mm diameter, 1C1 upper beam, 2C1 lower beam.

3. 142 X 200-mm rectangular, 2B1 both upper and lower beam.

4. 100 X 165-mm rectangular, 1A1 and 1G1 upper beam, 2A1 and 2G1 lower beam and 2E1 and 2H1 both upper and lower beam.

5. 92 X 150-mm rectangular, UF upper beam, LF lower beam.

6. Replacement bulb headlamp.
A. 9004, 9007 replacement bulb, both upper and lower beam.

B. 9005 and 9006 together, upper and lower beam.

C. 9005 and 9006 in separate headlamps, upper and lower beam, respectively.

7. Headlights shall be mounted one (1) or two (2) on each side, depending upon application, at the same level.

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(2) Beam Indicator. Every motor vehicle equipped with multiple beam headlights shall be equipped with a beam indicator which shall be lighted only when the high beam is in use.

(3) Taillights. All motor vehicles, except motorcycles, shall be equipped with at least two (2) taillights, mounted on the rear of the vehicle at the same level with at least one (1) on each side, not less than fifteen inches (15") or more than seventy-two inches (72") above the ground. These lights shall exhibit a plainly visible red light.

(4) Reflectors. Every 1966 and later model vehicle, except a motorcycle, must be equipped with two (2) red reflectors. A reflector may be in combination with the tail-light and must be mounted on the rear, one (1) on each side, at a height not to exceed sixty inches (60") nor less than fifteen inches (15") above the surface upon which the vehicle stands.

(5) Inspect Vehicles for Proper Lighting Equipment. Do not inspect side marker lights, parking lights, four (4)-way flashers, backup lights, interior lights, license plate light or clearance lights.

(6) Reject vehicle if:

(A) Not equipped with the required lights or reflector;

(B) A light or reflector is obstructed;

(C) A required light fails to function properly;

(D) A light, reflector or electrical switch is not securely mounted;

(E) A light or reflector shows color contrary to law;

(F) Wiring or electrical connectors are defective;

(G) A lens is missing, incorrectly installed, repaired with tape or broken to the extent that moisture or contamination could enter the reflective area or light socket;

(H) High beam indicator does not function properly;

(I) Physical damage is present that would obviously cause a headlight beam to be either above or below horizontal or to the left or right of vertical; or

(J) A taillight or reflector is not mounted in the prescribed area.

*Original authority: 307.360, RSMo 1967, amended 1971, 1973, 1979.

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