Helping you get your LGV and HGV licence
Obtaining a provisional LGV licence is a minefield of paperwork, forms, photos, more forms, proofs of identity… and did we mention forms?
We know how daunting the paperwork can be. Lucky for you, we've been organising people's provisional licence applications since 1978, so we're used to dealing with the red tape.
Stockport LGV Training Centre are here to make the entire LGV licence application as easy as possible.
Which licence is right for you?
We will always discuss with you which licence is best suited to you. Some people know exactly what they need. However, a lot of people aren’t aware of what each licence represents and, in the long term, which licence will suit them best.
Example situation
The licences that can be obtained from the age of 18 have all changed since November 2021 as you can now proceed straight to CE without taking tests in the C1/C. This may be the best route for some customers but not everyone needs the CE licence and so the C1 or C may be a more sensible option. We take the time to discuss the options available, and to discuss what you want the licence for your personal experience and your expectations. We will then explain the options you have there is no pressure for quick or immediate decisions. We want you to make the right choice for you.
About your licence
Since 8th June 2015, the paper counterpart of your licence no longer exists. The counterpart of your licence held all the information regarding the provisional entitlements you have i.e. the vehicles you can drive on L plates. It also provided information regarding any offences and penalties on your licence. In order to find this information now, you have to go online, whether you are training with us, hiring a car here or abroad, or looking for driving jobs where they need to see your driving licence.
LGV Licence Classifications
Car Licence pre 01/01/1997
People who have passed their car tests before this date can drive:
B – car up to 3.5T
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November 2021
The government changed the licence so that everyone once they have passed their car licence can drive a car and trailer BE licence.
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BE – car and trailer combined weight up to 7.5T
C1 – LGV up to 7.5T
C1E – LGV up to 7.5T limited weight trailer
You have to go online to https://www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence, put in your National Insurance number, Driving Licence Number and your post code. This will then show you all your details. There is a tab which allows you to share your licence details. You have to create a code, after this you can either save the details, print the details or keep a record of the code created (NB it is case sensitive). This code can be given with the last 8 digits of your licence and those with whom you have shared it will get the relevant licence information.
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Car Licence post 01/01/1997
People who have passed their car tests after this date can drive:
B – car up to 3.5T
LGV licence regulations
Checklist
We can provide you with everything you need to apply for your provisional HGV licence – see our checklist. Prefer to do things yourself? Here’s what you need to know:
What's next?
So now you have seen what licences are available, how do you go about starting off?
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Stage 1 - Medical
Stage 2 - Theory tests learning
Stage 3 - Theory tests and assessment Lesson
Stage 4 - Practical driving tests
Stage 5 - CPC driving tests
Want to train for your LGV and HGV licences? Contact our specialist team at Stockport HGV Training Centre Ltd in Stockport.
0161 480 7551