Taxi/Private Hire Medical - £53
Contact us for cost-friendly and expert taxi driver medical services from GMC-approved doctors.
Local Authorities Contacts:
- Doncaster Council
- North Lincolnshire Council
- Sheffield Council
- Rotherham Council
- East Riding Council
- North East Lincolnshire Council
- West Lindsey Council
- East Lindsey Council
- Newark and Sherwood
- Bassetlaw Council
- North Kesteven Council
- South Kesteven Council
A Taxi Medical
This is a medical evaluation a taxi driver must undergo to verify fitness. Before a licence is granted, you must prove you are physically well enough to operate a vehicle. If you operate a private hire car or hackney carriage, then you must get a medical assessment according to council requirements.
The purpose of this exam is to ensure the safety of the driver and other road users. Therefore, you must pass your medical to meet DVLA standards. Doreen Medicals is a leading provider of taxi driver medical assessments in the UK. Check the list of councils that have approved our driver medicals.
The Need for a Health Check
Besides medical evaluations for licence requirements, taxi drivers need regular check-ups to make certain they are in good health. When you are responsible for other people’s safety, you cannot afford to be reckless with your health. A comprehensive physical examination can detect health issues and decrease the risk of emergencies.
Some conditions that could prevent you from getting a taxi licence include heart problems, diabetes, head injuries, progressive degenerative illnesses, and epilepsy. Certain medications can also cause you to fail your medical. Apart from your physical well-being, your mental health matters as well.
What to Expect from the Medical
Our GMC registered doctors conduct taxi medicals depending on your licence requirements. A typical evaluation takes 20 minutes or less. However, this duration changes with individuals. During the assessment, the physician will check for high blood pressure to ensure it’s normal. The doctor administers a urine test to check for alcohol, drugs and diabetes.
Vision assessments are other requirements of driver medicals. An evaluation of your medical history is necessary when applying for a private hire taxi licence. Note that past medical conditions might necessitate additional tests. If you pass the assessment, the physician will complete the D4 medical report.
Why Choose Us
Doreen Medicals has 5 clinics span over Yorkshire, Humber and Lincolnshire making it easy for taxi drivers to book medicals at their convenience. The advantage we offer is availability and proximity. You can book your medical test for private hire licence application whenever you want. We accept weekend and short-notice bookings. Hence, you don’t need to wait two weeks to book an appointment.
Our booking portal allows you to schedule your medical online. Alternatively, you can call. Doreen Medicals has great rates, with a taxi/private hire medical costing £53. Remember to check what to carry to the appointment. Taxi licence renewal requirements vary across councils, so, confirm with the relevant authorities.
FAQs for Taxi Private Hire Medical
- Photo ID ( Birth certificate, marriage certificate, medical card, driving licence, passport, paid utility bills, bank or building society cards or statements, National Insurance number card, payslip, letter from Benefits Agency, papers from Home Office)
- Your driving glasses/contact lenses & prescription.
- Details of any ongoing medical conditions.
- Prescription medications that you are taking.
- DVLA STANDARD D4 MEDICAL FORM. Please fill in the grey section on page 1 (left hand side) ‘Your details’ and page 8 (consent and declaration) alongwith your name and date of birth at the foot of all other pages on the D4.
The examination will only take around 15 minutes. It includes an eye test, Blood pressure check, physical examination and BMI Check. You will be asked questions about the following topics:
- cardiovascular system including high Blood pressure.
- endocrine system such as diabetes
- musculoskeletal such as back pain.
- neurological such as stroke
- psychiatric such as depression.
- Alcohol and drug history
- vision.
The doctor will complete the form based on your answers, medical history, medications and the results of the examination findings.
We cover Nottingham, Lincoln. Boston, Grimsby, York, Scunthorpe, Doncaster and Hull
The examination will only take around 15-20 minutes. It includes an eye test, Blood pressure check, physical examination and BMI Check. You will be asked questions about the following topics:
cardiovascular system including high Blood pressure.
endocrine system such as diabetes
musculoskeletal such as back pain.
neurological such as stroke
psychiatric such as depression.
Alcohol and drug history
vision.
You may need to provide a Urine Sample for some Councils.
The doctor will complete the form based on your answers, medical history, medications and the results of the examination findings.
- Pay with cash to secure your booking
- Pay on the day is available, (Please ask when booking, Cash Payments on the day are accepted at most clinics).
C Heavy Goods Vehicle HGV over 3500kg trailer limit 750kg D4 Medical Required
C+E Heavy Goods Vehicle HGV over 3500kg with a trailer over 750kg D4 Medical Required
C1 Light goods vehicle between 3500kg MAM and 7500kg MAM D4 Medical Required
C1+E Light goods vehicle between 3500kg MAM and 7500kg MAM with trailer D4 Medical Required
D1 Minibus with up to 16 passenger seats D4 Medical Required
D1+E Minibus with up to 16 passenger seats and trailer D4 Medical Required
D Bus D4 Medical Required
D+E Bus with Heavy trailer D4 Medical Required
The medical examination includes a vision assessment
which must be filled in by a doctor, GP, optician or optometrist.
All Doctors at Doreen Medicals clinic are able fill in both the vision and medical assessment.
Send the filled in D4 (vision and medical assessment) with your application form (D2/D47P) and driving licence to 213 North Street Leeds West Yorkshire LS7 2AA.
If you do not send all the forms together, the processing of your application will be delayed.
The D4 is valid for a period of 4 months from the date Our Doctor signs and dates it.
For anyone who has been banned from driving and wishes to re-apply for their driving license, You may need a HRO Medical (High Risk Offender) medical such as a drink driver medical or drug driver medical. Please request the DVLA to appoint Doreen Medicals limited (if this is within your locality) we offer appointment weekly in our different locations . We are operating as normal for HRO Medicals in line with DVLA GUIDANCE. Call Doreen Medicals today. (+44 7402 986568)
For anyone who has been banned from driving and wishes to re-apply for their driving license, You may need a HRO Medical (High Risk Offender) medical such as a drink driver medical or drug driver medical. Please request the DVLA to appoint Doreen Medicals limited (if this is within your locality) we offer appointment weekly in our different locations . We are operating as normal for HRO Medicals in line with DVLA GUIDANCE. Call Doreen Medicals today. (+44 7402 986568)
