IELTS older than 2 years - for HSMP to Tier 1 application

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Hi
I'm planning to switch from 1+3 to Tier 1 next month.
My IELTS is older than 2 years as I had to do it when i did my PLAB test.
I understood that under the previous rule the expired IELTS certificate (older than 2 year) was accepted from existing HSMP applicant as a proof of english. and I knew many people got their visa through this route.

The question is : Under the new (Tier 1 ) rule, will the expired IELTS be accepted from people who are currently under HSMP visa ? or do I have to retake the IELTS AGAIN !!! after living in this country for 6 years Now !!!!?
I have read the rules and it doesn't stat that the IELTS should not be more than 2 years . it just says pass english test.!!

Thank you for your help

C