Disabled or damaged lighting

Disabled or damaged lighting is one of the topics in the Driving maneuvers block of the Spanish DGT theory. Overtaking, changes of direction, stopping, parking, lighting and warnings. Understanding this section well helps you answer the theory-exam questions on this topic with confidence.

In simple terms, this point of the DGT theory establishes that if, due to the corresponding lighting becoming unusable or irreparably damaged en route, you have to drive with lower intensity lighting, you must reduce your speed to a level that allows the vehicle to stop within the illuminated area.

Manoeuvres are tested with practical cases; remember the correct order: observe, signal and only then carry out the manoeuvre.

📜 Reference legal text — Article 107

If, due to the corresponding lighting becoming unusable or irreparably damaged en route, you have to drive with lower intensity lighting, you must reduce your speed to a level that allows the vehicle to stop within the illuminated area.

🔗 Read the official text on the BOE (Spanish General Traffic Regulations)

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is disabled or damaged lighting?
Disabled or damaged lighting is a DGT theory topic within the «Driving maneuvers» block, governed by Artículo 107 of the Spanish General Traffic Regulations. Above you will find a simple explanation and the reference legal text.
Does this topic appear in the DGT theory exam?
Yes. Every section of the General Traffic Regulations can appear in the theory exam. To practise with real questions, go to the TraficoTest platform.
Where is it regulated (Article 107)?
This content comes from Article 107 of the Spanish traffic regulations. You can read the official text on the BOE.

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