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Hey everyone, I recently upgraded the original OEM halogen headlamps on my 2016 Audi A3 2.0TDI Sport (8V) Saloon (pre-facelift) to the new headlamps with LED lights, Bi-xenon main beams, and those fancy dynamic indicators. An experienced auto electrician did the install, and the new lights look absolutely stunning. However, I jumped into this without doing as much research as I usually would, and now I have a few questions I hope you can help with: MOT Issues: I've read that converting halogen headlamp unit bulbs (H4/H7) to HID or LED bulbs can cause MOT issues, but I can't find much info about replacing the entire headlamp unit itself. Will I run into any problems with my MOT (due at the end of Sept)? Headlamp Washers: I've heard that cars with LED headlamps require headlamp washers. My car has the cutouts, but I can't seem to get the headlamp washers to work (tried following some YouTube tutorials) or they may not have them at all (and Audi just left those cutouts in there). I'm hesitant to pry them open and risk breaking something. Any advice? Insurance: Do I need to inform my insurer about the headlamp upgrade? I’m concerned that not doing so might void or affect my insurance - oh and I also replaced my tail lights while I was at it, so the same goes with that. I usually do a ton of research before anything major on my car (or in life haha), but I got a bit carried away with these amazing lights—they really make the car look awesome! Any thoughts or advice from those who have done similar upgrades or know more about this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

I jet wash the car to find out later on my front right dip head light, right fog light, right rear indicator, front right indicator and the left rear side light isn't working. Any ideas what the story is here?

I have got a 2011 Audi A3 (8P) S-Line 1.6L it's come standard with Halogen headlamps but I'm wondering if there is a xenon/Led upgraded headlamp unit that I can get that fits safely and is compatible with the car? Any advice and/or links would be helpful and appreciated. Thanks in advance

Hello I've looked everywhere but cannot find a new replacement headlight for my 2009 AUDI Q5 3.0 TDI quattro. The original part ID is 8R0 998 029 A - but that will cost around £750 from Audi! Surely there is another cheaper option that will be compatible? Please help... Thank you Jason

Afternoon, I have a headlight bulb (xenon/HID type) that has failed on my B7 S4 cabriolet. I have found a good few guides on how to change them, but what bulbs do people recommend and where is best to buy from. There are various cheap versions on Ebay and Amazon, but perhaps i should stay away from those! Any pointers appreciated Thanks

how do you access the drv bulb (ps19w) i can just about get the round cover off the headlight unit, but its not in there. garage job ?????

Hi. The rear level sensor for my headlamps has broken. I have a new one from Audi but just wondering if anyone knows what tools etc are needed to change this over.