My model of MX-5 is: MK2.5 (02 plate) I’m based near: Essex I’m looking for technical help or recommendations on: Dim dipped headlights Hi, I was driving my NB MX-5 in the dark for the first time last night and noticed my dipped headlights are not very good. They may as well not be there to be ho…

The first thing I would look at is how the headlight adjustment is set, if it is on zero try it on 1,2 or 3. Next I’d check the condition of headlights. If they are foggy there are plenty of youtube vids showing how to clean them. I use mild sandpapers and an autoglym product and polish with a high …

Check the bulbs! :slight_smile:

[image] Art_Tidesco: The first thing I would look at is how the headlight adjustment is set, if it is on zero try it on 1,2 or 3. As Art_Tidesco alludes to, some NBFLs, but not all, have a headlight aim adjust roller in the cabin, somewhere near the gear stick from memory. If fitted, thi…

I’ll elaborate on this by advising to check the installation of the bulbs (as well as the operation obviously) and ensure that they are fitted correctly. A bulb that’s fitted, for example upside down or not correctly located in it’s lamp unit can cause a massive reduction in light output.

Slip some high-output LED “bulbs” in it. The correct way around

Owen might want to read this before he does :wink: [image] L.E.D legislation Electrics & ICE Now I might have this wrong and apologies if I have for wasting everybody’s time, I have been told that they have brought out or maybe bringing out new legislation wh…

Yes, I have looked into LEDs but I’d rather keep it legal if I can.

I’ve had LEDs in main and dipped beam for at least 4 MOTs to absolutely zero issues. But if you wanted to be belt & braces safe, keep the original/normal bulbs in the boot. It’s much like mini numberplates. Sure, you CAN get tugged for them, but typically that isn’t the reason you’ll be getting tu…

Mk2.5 dipped beams

Technical Area Electrics & ICE

Art_Tidesco 3 February 2026 12:10 7

Owen might want to read this before he does

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