License Requirements

License Rules Made Clear for Every Driver

Whether you’re starting on two wheels or operating HGVs, understanding UK driving license categories is essential.

This guide covers each category, minimum age, and the types of vehicles you’re permitted to drive. It includes both current and legacy classifications—keeping you fully informed at every stage of your driving career.
Use it to check which roles you’re qualified for and what additional training or certification may be required.

Complete Guide to UK Driving Licence Types and Requirements

AM – Moped

Minimum Age: 16
What You Can Drive: Mopeds ≤ 50cc, up to 28 mph
Notes: Requires CBT, theory & practical tests

A1 – Light Motorcycle

Minimum Age: 17
What You Can Drive: Motorcycles ≤ 125cc and ≤ 11kW
Notes: CBT + tests

A2 – Medium Motorcycle

Minimum Age: 19
What You Can Drive: Motorcycles ≤ 35kW
Notes: Direct or progressive access

A – Unlimited Motorcycle

Minimum Age: 24 (or 21 via access route)
What You Can Drive: Any motorcycle
Notes: Full licence after experience or progression route

B – Car & Light Van

Minimum Age: 17
What You Can Drive: Cars ≤ 3,500kg & trailers ≤ 750kg (or combined total ≤ 3,500kg)
Notes: Most common licence

B+E – Car + Larger Trailer

Minimum Age: N/A
What You Can Drive: Car with trailer > 750kg
Notes: No longer required as of Dec 2021; retained if passed before 1997

C1 – Light Lorry

Minimum Age: 18
What You Can Drive: Vehicles 3,500–7,500kg with trailers ≤ 750kg
Notes: Medical & Driver CPC required for commercial use

C1+E – Light Lorry + Trailer

Minimum Age: 18
What You Can Drive: C1 vehicle with trailer > 750kg, combined up to 12,000kg
Notes: Requires C1 licence, additional tests, medical, and Driver CPC for work

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