Taxi Driver Medicals
Taxi driver & private hire medicals generally use the D4 form, designed for drivers of HGVs and buses. It can be downloaded below. Additional forms are required by individual local authorities and details are provided in the main text below.
If you want to drive a taxi, private hire vehicle (PHV), or Uber-style minicab, you’ll need to pass a taxi driver medical to prove you’re fit to carry passengers safely. Local councils regulate taxi licensing, and each authority sets its own medical requirements. However, most follow DVLA Group 2 medical standards—the same as HGV and bus drivers. The individual forms required by each local authority are linked below. If you require some other area, then please download and bring with you the completed form.
The assessment typically includes checks on your vision, heart health, blood pressure, diabetes, epilepsy, and any history of neurological or mental health conditions. If you’re applying for a PCO (Public Carriage Office) licence with Transport for London (TfL), you must complete a TfL Private Hire Medical. The required medical form is usually provided by the local authority, and it must be completed by a registered GP or private medical examiner.
Many councils require regular medical renewals, often every 3-5 years until age 65, then annually. If you have a medical condition such as diabetes or a heart condition, you may need additional tests to ensure you’re fit to drive. It’s important to check your local authority’s specific requirements, as these can vary across the UK.