Legislation introduced in January 1997 (which changed the name HGV, Heavy Goods Vehicles, to LGV, Large Goods Vehicles) states that any person wishing to become an LGV driver that only holds a full car driving licence must:

  • Be 21 years of age
  • Have a medical checkup
  • Apply to Swansea for a Provisional Licence
  • Take and pass the Theory Test
  • Pass the Driving Test in a Rigid Vehicle Licence (LGV Category C) before progressing on to an Articulated Vehicle Licence (LGV Category C and E)

The above does not apply to those who already have a Full LGV Licence (Category C) and wish to upgrade to an Articulated LGV Licence (Category C and E). An application to Swansea is required to have this entitlement included on the licence.

Applying for a Provisional Licence

To obtain a provisional class C licence, you must apply to the DVLA by:

  • Completing the form D2 (available in the Information Pack from DVLA)
  • Enclosing a prescribed Medical Examination certificate (D4) provided by your GP (we can arrange for such an examination by a GP should you prefer)
    This medical has to be paid for and typically costs in the region of £25 with an associated GP
  • The provisional licence application is now free. This has to be posted to the DVLA with the above.

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