Window Tints

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uktotty

March 12, 2008, 00:04 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by uktotty
I remember a while ago a guy had a black MR2 with window tints and everyone had a screaming fit and told him they were dangerous etc.
Well this week one of my work colleagues got nicked for window tints, seems the police were pulling over every car on that road that day with window tints and running the light test.
He got fined £30 and if they were 10% darker he would have endorsements too.
So let this be a warning it seems the police are having a clamp down at the moment.

Liz

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March 12, 2008, 00:31 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Liz
In your force area probably - they all run different initiatives at different times - Essex just had a clamp down on the heinous crime of dodgy numberplates - that could mean you getting your plate taken away from you, not physically - but you get reported to DVLA and they can revoke your right to use that plate despite the fact that you have paid for it  s:shock: :shock: s:shock:  .

I remember Essex doing a clamp down operation years ago - they set up near Southend seafront and caught the cars coming into town to croooooze for the night - the chavs spent the evening picking their tints off before they were allowed to move anywhere.
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DannyN

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March 12, 2008, 09:40 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by DannyN
My boseses brother got done for window tints in his 4x4 chelsea tractor (its a landcruiser I think).
The trouble is that its stock from the factory   s:shock: :shock: s:shock:  

Still got done tho - 30 quid fine
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uktotty

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March 12, 2008, 09:46 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by uktotty
Quote from: "Liz"In your force area probably - they all run different initiatives at different times - Essex just had a clamp down on the heinous crime of dodgy numberplates - that could mean you getting your plate taken away from you, not physically - but you get reported to DVLA and they can revoke your right to use that plate despite the fact that you have paid for it  s:shock: :shock: s:shock:  .

I remember Essex doing a clamp down operation years ago - they set up near Southend seafront and caught the cars coming into town to croooooze for the night - the chavs spent the evening picking their tints off before they were allowed to move anywhere.

Have to agree with that, I got pulled the other day for mine and he told me that very story. !  s:( :( s:(

Liz

#4
March 12, 2008, 10:18 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Liz
So have you put a legal one on now then!?  s:wink: :wink: s:wink:
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aaronjb

#5
March 12, 2008, 10:18 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by aaronjb
Quote from: "DannyN"My boseses brother got done for window tints in his 4x4 chelsea tractor (its a landcruiser I think).
The trouble is that its stock from the factory   s:shock: :shock: s:shock:  

Still got done though - 30 quid fine

That's just... ridiculous.  I'd be tempted to fight the fine on the basis that the vehicle must have passed European regulations, therefore they cannot make it 'illegal' in this country (there are similar regs on HIDs if memory serves - some implimentations are technically not legal according to the Construction & Use regs in the UK, but as they are E-marked and European type-approved, the UK can't do squat).. drag it to court and make sure the copper has to appear in court.

But I'm just mean like that.
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Chris_h

#6
March 12, 2008, 11:45 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Chris_h
I think not having the tints is the best solution!

It would put me off buying a used car, I wouldnt want to be considered as a 'tints man'. As for you Russ, who would be able to amire your shirt if you tinted up?

With regards to standard kit and failing police inspection, I was under the impression standard fit from new tints were only applied to the rear passenger windows and rear window - which can be as black as they like.
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uktotty

#7
March 12, 2008, 12:28 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by uktotty
No tints for me mate, dont want to dull down the shirts, although I am sure some of you may wish I did.
I have the rear windows of the 4x4 tinted due to kids, dogs, stolen goods etc  s:) :) s:)

damonlaw88

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March 13, 2008, 01:17 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by damonlaw88
Quote from: "Chris_h"I think not having the tints is the best solution!

It would put me off buying a used car, I wouldnt want to be considered as a 'tints man'. As for you Russ, who would be able to amire your shirt if you tinted up?

With regards to standard kit and failing police inspection, I was under the impression standard fit from new tints were only applied to the rear passenger windows and rear window - which can be as black as they like.

I totally agree with you. Its not worth the hassle of getting pulled over.
Had tints before thought it looked "cool" at first but then it just got annoying having to put the window down at night to come out a junction.
If its a sunny day just wear sun glasses lol Problem solved  s:lol: :lol: s:lol:
Like they say on Dragon's Den. I'm sorry but its a no from me so I'm out lol
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alancdavis

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March 13, 2008, 17:10 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by alancdavis
Glad to see the Police are so concerned to make the roads safer,,,,,lets face it tints on windows and what can be more dangerous than a number plate with the letters wrong shape and even worse the gap between letters incorrect.     s:twisted: :twisted: s:twisted:

Come on plod,,,get a life,,,,,,,,,  s:x :x s:x
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uktotty

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March 13, 2008, 18:08 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by uktotty
Touched a nerve Alan?  s:roll: :roll: s:roll:

Chris_h

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March 13, 2008, 18:21 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Chris_h
How do you fancy yellow seats Russ?
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alancdavis

#12
March 13, 2008, 18:36 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by alancdavis
Quote from: "uktotty"Touched a nerve Alan?  s:roll: :roll: s:roll:

Yes,,,,,,,,,,I was recently pulled over ( blue lights and 2 tones ) by a fat plod who was no doubt trying to impress his young companion

Quote,,, "I dont like the look of your number plate."

The apprentice then spend time with a tape rule and sadly confirmed to him it was ok and legal

Basicly a boared traffic cop with nothing better to do..  s:evil: :evil: s:evil:
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alancdavis

#13
March 13, 2008, 18:36 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by alancdavis
Quote from: "uktotty"Touched a nerve Alan?  s:roll: :roll: s:roll:

Yes,,,,,,,,,,I was recently pulled over ( blue lights and 2 tones ) by a fat plod who was no doubt trying to impress his young companion

Quote,,, "I dont like the look of your number plate."

The apprentice then spend time with a tape rule and sadly confirmed to him it was ok and legal

Basicly a boared traffic cop with nothing better to do..  s:evil: :evil: s:evil:
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alancdavis

#14
March 13, 2008, 18:36 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by alancdavis
Quote from: "uktotty"Touched a nerve Alan?  s:roll: :roll: s:roll:

Yes,,,,,,,,,,I was recently pulled over ( blue lights and 2 tones ) by a fat plod who was no doubt trying to impress his young companion

Quote,,, "I dont like the look of your number plate."

The apprentice then spend time with a tape rule and sadly confirmed to him it was ok and legal

Basicly a boared traffic cop with nothing better to do..  s:evil: :evil: s:evil:
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alancdavis

#15
March 13, 2008, 18:37 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by alancdavis
What happend here,,,,3 posts  ?????
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Chris_h

#16
March 13, 2008, 18:39 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Chris_h
Quote from: "alancdavis"What happend here,,,,3 posts  ?????

That'll be venting your anger Alan   s:D :D s:D
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alancdavis

#17
March 13, 2008, 18:51 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by alancdavis
What are the rules regarding window tints,,,I have ben thinking of having the Mondeo done   s:oops: :oops: s:oops:
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Anonymous

#18
March 19, 2008, 19:33 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Anonymous
ANY tint on the front windows is illegal end of.

Anonymous

#19
March 19, 2008, 19:42 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Anonymous
No it's not. Max allowed is 30%, or to put it another way 70% of the light must be allowed through.

*EDIT* Although I agree with your (presumed) sentiment that any tinting on the front three bits of glass is just bloody stupid, it's just not illegal.  s;) ;) s;)

alancdavis

#20
March 19, 2008, 20:31 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by alancdavis
How about side windows,,,same 70% rule ?
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Anonymous

#21
March 19, 2008, 20:53 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Anonymous
Side, as in rear windows? They can be tinted to 100% if you like, it's only windscreens and front windows that have restrictions.

Anonymous

#22
March 20, 2008, 23:24 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Anonymous
i have mine tinted to light smoke, i wanted them darker but thought it was just stupid as i do still want to be able to see out!!
and as for number plates, i get pulled over all the time for having slighty out of shape letters but i didnt  believe the policeman when he told me he could get it taken off me!! is this really true??

ps. sorry for essay

Anonymous

#23
March 21, 2008, 00:09 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Anonymous
It's true. And having any kind of tints on a car that's got as low visibility as the MR2 (or pretty much any convertible) is [nice_mode]not very clever at all IMHO.[/nice_mode]


And welcome to the Club.  s8) 8) s8)

Liz

#24
March 21, 2008, 06:28 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Liz
Quote from: "smithy"i have mine tinted to light smoke, i wanted them darker but thought it was just stupid as i do still want to be able to see out!!
and as for number plates, i get pulled over all the time for having slighty out of shape letters but i didnt  believe the policeman when he told me he could get it taken off me!! is this really true??

ps. sorry for essay

Why would he lie??  s:shock: :shock: s:shock:   Yes it is true - they can report you to the DVLA and they can take away your right to use the plate -  welcome to the club BTW!  s:D :D s:D
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