Taxi Testing Manual -Taxi Meter

2.7 Taxi Meter

The taxi meter will be check for security and  accuracy

Method of Inspection

• Check that a taxi meter is fitted, fitted correctly  and is complete
• Check for condition and position
• Check for accuracy with respect to distance and time
• Check taxi meter seals for presence and condition and that they are of the correct type
• Check that the begging light works at the correct time in sequence with the operation of the taxi meter,

Reason for Rejection

• Taxi meter is in anyway defective
• Fitted in a position not approved by the Licensing Authority
• Found to be inaccurate after testing with respect to distance and time
• Seal missing or having been tampered with
• Obscuring the forward vision of the driver
• Any manual method of operating the begging lamp.
• Is in a dangerous position
• Meter is  insecure