Convict Edd Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Can a front passenger window be considered cosmetic? If not, what category would you put it in? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert_Baehr Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 From: The Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986 1 Windscreens and other windows wholly or partly on either side of the driver's seat fitted to motor vehicles first used on or after 1st April 1985. (Shall be made of) Specified safety glass (1980). 2 Windscreens and other windows wholly or partly on either side of the driver's seat fitted to a motor vehicles first used before 1st April 1985. (Shall be made of) Specified safety glass, or specified safety glass (1980). 3 All other windows. (Shall be made of) Specified safety glass, specified safety glass (1980), or safety glazing. Presumably if the window isn't made of the correct material (because it is missing or damaged) then the vehicle does not comply with the regs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convict Edd Posted August 2, 2012 Author Share Posted August 2, 2012 So supposing i have a car thats on hp and the windows stop working. Wont go up at all. That wouldnt be a cosmetic problem then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodStar Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Doubt it. Sounds like an electrical or mechanical fault. It's certainly not cosmetic- chipped paint, dented bumper, scratches etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convict Edd Posted August 3, 2012 Author Share Posted August 3, 2012 Ive just spoken to the hp company and they say "its cosmetic because it enhances the appearance of the vehicle, its is NOt structural, not for security or safety either":confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeadingNorth Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I think the relevant point here might be that you are not legally required to have a passenger-side window at all; just that if there is one it must be made of the correct quality of glass. That it doesn't go up and down will not make the car legally unfit to drive. If it's stuck in the down position it will make the car very unpleasant to drive, in cold weather... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodStar Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Ive just spoken to the hp company and they say "its cosmetic because it enhances the appearance of the vehicle, its is NOt structural, not for security or safety either":confused: On that logic you'd better hope the engine doesnt pack in because that must be cosmetic as well Seriously, if they are trying to wriggle out of a repair tell them you'll get trading standards view on the matter. Of course it all depends on the wording of the agreement you signed. Also, if the window doesnt go up is that not a security issue? If it doesnt go down is it not a safety issue (so you can escape in the event of an accident). WHo are the HP company? See if anybody on here has had dealings with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrannyGranny Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 If its stuck down surely it would pose a security risk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeadingNorth Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 If its stuck down surely it would pose a security risk! Not really no, since it isn't legally required to be there at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodStar Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Not really no, since it isn't legally required to be there at all. Locks arent legally required but if they broke it would be a security issue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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