Bannut,

I'm totally confused now. Having looked at again the exclusions mentioned in the Picture section of the ebay notification states:

"That’s why we’re making changes to improve pictures on listings in 2013. We’re announcing our new picture standards now to allow you as much time as possible to revise your listings where necessary. From autumn 2013, the new standards will apply to all listings, except those in the Vehicle Parts & Accessories and Tickets categories"

And even in the FAQ's after it, this is reiterated, where did you find the exceptions you quoted ?