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Passat - failed NCT due to blurred headlight

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  • 25-08-2016 11:26pm
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    jrar
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    Hi, anyone got any tips for remedying the above ?

    The lenses on my 2003 Passat have got very grey/scratchy and last week for the first time it meant I failed the NCT during the headlight alignment test.

    Tester suggested sandpaper - told him I'd already treated the exterior with sandpaper, and also with a vinegar mix to try to cut through any residual fine dirt. He also suggested using a buffer as used by panel beaters but I guess he's referring to trying it possibly from the inside of the lens ?

    Anyone had this problem, and recommend a solution ? I have to book a re-test so I need to address the issue (fully) within the next week or two max.

    Thanks


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    jca
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    You can buy lens cleaning kits on ebay etc but it would probably be easier to try and source a good condition used light from a breakers.


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    damon5
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    jca wrote: »
    You can buy lens cleaning kits on ebay etc but it would probably be easier to try and source a good condition used light from a breakers.

    Have the same problem every year on one spurios headlight and have used the likes of JIF as a semi abrasive to cut through it too,some have said they have results with smokers toothpaste or the likes of Tcut too,passed every time...


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    fancy pigeon
    Registered Users Posts: 4,863 ✭✭✭fancy pigeon


    damon5 wrote: »
    Have the same problem every year on one spurios headlight and have used the likes of JIF as a semi abrasive to cut through it too,some have said they have results with smokers toothpaste or the likes of Tcut too,passed every time...

    See here


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    savagethegoat
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    I was going to say toothpaste too, but it may be too late if you have sandpapered the glass already


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    nd
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    What grit sandpaper did you use?

    Start at maybe 300 - 600, then say 800, then 1200, then 1500, then 2000.

    Then polish with toothpaste/t cut ect.


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