Scooter & Wheelchair Registration

What is the new legislation?

As from January 2007 it is now a legal requirement for all class 3 Mobility vehicles that are used on the public highways to be registered and display a Road fund license (Tax disc). Class 3 vehicles must also have full lights and indicators and be able to be restricted to 4mph for use on pavements.

What is a Class 3 Vehicle?

A Class 3 vehicle is any Mobility vehicle that is capable of travelling over 4 mph (6.4 kph).

How do I register mine?

Simply fill in a V55/4 application form for new scooters or a V55/5 for used ones. These are available from your local DVLA office and return it to them along with documented evidence that the vehicle is new/used (including frame/serial number) You will then be issued with a Nil duty tax disc which must be displayed on the vehicle. You will also need to provide 2 forms of documentation confirming your name and address (one from each of the lists below)

Documentation confirming your name:

• Current DVLA paper driving licence
• UK/EU or foreign passport
• Marriage certificate
• Decree nisi/absolute
• Birth certificate

Documentation confirming your address:

• Utility Bill – gas, electricity, water, landline phone
• Bank/Building Society statement
• Medical Card
• Council tax bill for current year

Where do I get the V55/4 or V55/5 form?

Both forms are available from your local DVLA office but most good dealers will supply you with the relevant form when you are purchasing a new scooter from them. Details on how to fill in the form are available to download from the DVLA website - www.dvla.gov.uk

My Scooter is only capable of travelling at speeds up to 4 mph. Can I use it on the public highway?

Class 2 scooter (4mph) scooters are not supposed to be used on the road. They are designed for pavement use only.