6mph Scooters

6 MPH Mobility Scooters - You don't need a licence to drive a mobility scooter or powered wheelchair, but you may have to register it with the DVLA.

Mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs come in 2 categories:

• Class 2 - these can't be used on the road (except where there isn't a pavement) and have a maximum speed of 4 mph
• Class 3 - these can be used on the road and have a maximum speed of 4 mph off the road, and 8 mph on the road

6 MPH Mobility Scooters fall into Class 3. Class 3 6 MPH Scooters need to be registered with the DVLA if you intend to use them on the road. You must be 14 or over to drive a Class 3 Scooter.

Eyesight requirements: There is no legal eyesight requirement to drive mobility scooters or powered wheelchairs, but you should be able to read a car's registration number from a distance of 40 feet.

Vehicle tax, registration, and insurance: You do not have to pay vehicle tax for any mobility scooter or powered wheelchair, but you still need to register Class 3 scooters if you intend to use them on the road. There is no legal requirement to have any insurance, though we do put 3 months' worth on every new 6 mph scooter we sell.

To register a Class 3, 6 MPH mobility scooter, complete form V55/4 for new vehicles or V55/1 for used vehicles. You can get the forms from the DVLA's online ordering service. Send the completed form to: DVLA Swansea, SA99 1BE.

Training: If you feel you need some training on your scooter, please contact us to arrange an appointment. Full training is given on all types of scooters.

Contact us today so that we can help and make things 'simple' for you.