§ Mr. SoleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport in what circumstances a public service passenger vehicle may remain in service with a defective speedometer or tachograph. [18263]
§ Mr. NorrisIt is an offence to use, cause or permit to be used any vehicle on a road which does not comply with the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986 which include provisions relating to speedometers and recording equipment.
In addition, under European legislation, in the event of a breakdown or faulty operation of a tachograph, the employer must have it repaired by an approved fitter or workshop as soon as circumstances permit or, if the vehicle is unable to return to the premises within one week, en route.