Headlights

[AdamMGEV]

that’s what I used for mine.

And they fit the MG5? I've never changed anything on a car. Thanks

 

[nayake]

And they fit the MG5? I've never changed anything on a car. Thanks

I’m not sure of MG5, oh boy it’s a 10 min job

 

[ApRhy5]

Lovemyev is right, it does depend what you're used to. the lights aren't as good as many current cars but are probably a lot better than the ones I started with 30-40 years ago. Trouble is we've got used to better lights and it's hard to go backwards. The MG5 lights are similar to my wife's 2018 Zoe but I will probably change when they fail. I'll also change the Zoe lights when they fail. Given that we are going into the lighter nights I won't rush though - I'll just aim to get both done before the winter.

 

[terrybailey]

Hi All
am about to change bulbs headlight which of following is OK
Osram H3 Night breaker Laser 12v 55W 150% Generation2 (pair)
Osram HB3/9005 Night Breaker Laser 12V 60W Next generation 150%

and possibly no
Osram DS3 Night Breaker Laser XENARC 200%

Your thoughts would be welcome
Kind Regards
Terry Bailey

 

[NellieEV]

Hi All
am about to change bulbs headlight which of following is OK
Osram H3 Night breaker Laser 12v 55W 150% Generation2 (pair)
Osram HB3/9005 Night Breaker Laser 12V 60W Next generation 150%

and possibly no
Osram DS3 Night Breaker Laser XENARC 200%

Your thoughts would be welcome
Kind Regards
Terry Bailey

I don’t think H3 will fit. No idea about DS. HB3/9005 is the bulb base type that you need.

 

[nayake]

Hi All
am about to change bulbs headlight which of following is OK
Osram H3 Night breaker Laser 12v 55W 150% Generation2 (pair)
Osram HB3/9005 Night Breaker Laser 12V 60W Next generation 150%

and possibly no
Osram DS3 Night Breaker Laser XENARC 200%

Your thoughts would be welcome
Kind Regards
Terry Bailey

Osram HB3/9005 Night Breaker Laser 12V 60W Next generation 150%

Is what you need to replace them with, I’d not recommend other two.
Cheers

 

[Iain]

Anyone else have a problem with the dazzling effect from large road signs when very bright upgraded bulbs are used?
Obviously not a problem with standard MG headlamps but I have had to switch to dipped beams on works car when approaching large reflective signs.

 

[Cocijo]

Yes - I’ve had this. Not on my MG but on other cars with bright headlamps.

 

[NellieEV]

Anyone else have a problem with the dazzling effect from large road signs when very bright upgraded bulbs are used?
Obviously not a problem with standard MG headlamps but I have had to switch to dipped beams on works car when approaching large reflective signs.

Would suggest that the lights are not adjusted properly.

 

[AdamMGEV]

Would suggest that the lights are not adjusted properly.

Imagine the poor buggers driving toward you.

 

[Cocijo]

I think Iain is referring to main beam reflecting off some road signs. That’s certainly what my response was talking about.

 

[Jocko]

I think Iain is referring to main beam reflecting off some road signs. That’s certainly what my response was talking about.

I even find this with the poor lights on my old Jazz.

 

[Jonhklee]

Brighter the bulb shorter the life.... I’m sticking with stick bulbs for easy life..... will see whether I need to change it next winter

 

[AdamMGEV]

Before I got my MG5 I was worried and nearly bough them based on people's concerns. Personally I think they're fine, I can't see any problem with them... or can see... as they're bright enough

 

[Kithmo]

Before I got my MG5 I was worried and nearly bough them based on people's concerns. Personally I think they're fine, I can't see any problem with them... or can see... as they're bright enough

They're better than the standard ZS HB3LL bubs, LL meaning Long Life, so duller (lower temperature burning) filament.

 

[Iain]

I think Iain is referring to main beam reflecting off some road signs. That’s certainly what my response was talking about.

Thanks Cocijo, that is exactly what I mean.

 

[Iain]

Would suggest that the lights are not adjusted properly.

No, I can assure you the lights are correctly adjusted.

 

[Iain]

Imagine the poor buggers driving toward you.

The “poor buggers“ driving towards me would not have a problem as my headlights would be dipped before they dazzled them!!!