In accordance with Directive 2014/45/EU, in order to facilitate the periodic roadworthiness testing of motor vehicles and their trailers, the Commission should adopt implementing acts defining the set of technical information necessary for the items to be tested and on the use of the recommended test methods.

Annex I to Directive 2014/45/EU sets out the items to be tested as a minimum, the minimum standards to be used and the recommended test methods.

In order to facilitate the periodic roadworthiness testing of motor vehicles and their trailers the Commission should also adopt detailed rules concerning the data format and the procedures for accessing the relevant technical information.

Member States may exclude from the roadworthiness test two- or three-wheel vehicles – vehicle categories L3e, L4e, L5e and L7e with an engine displacement of more than 125 cm³ — if effective alternative road safety measures have been put in place. However, with a view to facilitating the introduction and harmonisation of the roadworthiness testing of such vehicles, a set of information should be also defined for guidance.

Manufacturers should be provided with sufficient time to implement the online solutions needed to make the technical information available to testing centres and to relevant competent authorities.

The measures provided for in this Regulation are adopted in accordance with the opinion of the Committee set up by Article 19(1) of Directive 2014/45/EU,