Passenger Carrying Vehicle Training D1 (minibus)

Provisional PCV Category D1 Driving Licence: The first step is to complete DVLA form D2, this is the application form for a provisional category D1 photocard driving licence entitlement.

Next you need to book a PCV medical examination with a doctor. The doctor will need to complete DVLA form D4. You should then send off both parts of your category B (car) licence, D2 and D4 forms to the DVLA in Swansea . DVLA D2 and D4 forms are available from our office or the DVLA.

Booking your Theory Test: When you have received your PCV provisional driving licence back from the DVLA you are then able to book your theory test.
Your PCV theory test can be booked by telephoning 0870 0101372, please ensure you have your driving licence details along with a credit/debit or switch card available to make a payment of £32.00 for the theory test fee. Alternatively theory tests can be booked on-line at www.dsa.gov.uk.
The theory test is not just about the highway code, it covers all topics ranging from vehicle weights and dimensions, drivers' hours, the carriage of passengers, hazard perception, environmental issues plus other matters relating to passenger carrying vehicles. Mock theory tests can be found HERE.

As a guide, on average most car drivers require four to five days PCV category D1 training in order to reach test standard. If you passed your car test before January 1997 and have experience in driving vehicles up to 7.5 tonne the course duration may be reduced to just three or four days.
The practical training course will cover all aspects required by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) Syllabus. Items covered will include vehicle safety check questions, driving on urban & rural roads, procedures at bus stops, dual carriageways & motorways, also off-road reversing and braking exercises.

After passing the PCV D1 practical test candidates will then be able to proceed to PCV D1+E driver training (minibus towing trailer). Please note this licence is mandatory if the maximum authorised mass of the trailer being towed is greater than 750kgs.

Provisional PCV Category D Driving Licence: The first step to complete DVLA form D2, this is the application form for a provisional category D photocard driving licence entitlement.
Next you need to book a PCV medical examination with a doctor. The doctor will complete DVLA form D4. You should then send off both parts of your category B (car) licence, D2 and D4 forms to the DVLA in Swansea . DVLA D2 and D4 forms are available from our office or from the DVLA.
The theory test is not just about the highway code, it covers all topics ranging from vehicle weights and dimensions, drivers' hours, the carriage of passengers, hazard perception, environmental issues plus other matters relating to passenger carrying vehicles. Mock theory tests can be found Here.

The practical training course will cover all aspects required by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) Syllabus. Items covered will include vehicle safety check questions, driving on urban & rural roads, procedures at bus stops, dual carriageways & motorways, also off-road reversing and braking exercises.
As a guide, on average most car drivers require five days PCV category D training in order to reach test standard. If you passed your car test before January 1997 and have experience in driving vehicles up to 7.5 tonne the course duration may be reduced to just four days.