What does a D4 medical involve?
In summary. The D4 driver’s medical is conducted for those looking to obtain a license to drive a PCV, HGV or LGV. The medical includes a sight test which is conducted at an opticians free of charge. A registered GP conducts the interview and physical examination afterwards.
What is a D4 medical test?
The D4 medical form is a form obtained from the DVLA which you give to the doctor examining you. They will complete the form stating whether or not you are fit and well to drive a LGV or PCV vehicle.
How long is D4 medical valid for?
4 months
The D4 is valid for a period of 4 months from the date the doctor and optician or optometrist signs and dates it. The eyesight examination must be undertaken using the prescription currently worn for driving.
Can my GP fill in a D4?
Any Doctor who holds full registration with the GMC (General Medical Council) and is licensed to practise medicine in the UK can complete the DVLA D4 Driver Medical. This can be your own GP or a private firm like D4Drivers whose Doctors specialise in D4 medicals.
What happens if I fail my HGV medical?
You Can Fail In HGV terms, it’s known as a ‘disqualification’, and the doctor can note you down as disqualified if you post a significant or serious safety risk behind the wheel of a heavy goods vehicle. A few possible reasons for disqualification include: Mental disorders. Visual impairment.
Who needs a D4 medical?
You will need to get the D4 Medical Examination Report filled in by a doctor if you apply for a driving licence for a vehicle between 3.5 and 7.5 tonne, small or medium lorry or full sized lorry (HGV & LGV) (C, C1+E or C+E).
Can I still drive while waiting for new licence?
No. You must wait for DVLA to reissue you with a new driving licence before you can start driving again.
Can I get a D4 form from post office?
The D4 medical form can be downloaded from our website quickly and easily or you can order your D2 and D4 medical form pack from the DVLA. You can obtain a D4 form from some post offices but we advise against this as they may stock older versions of the form which DVLA may no longer accept.
Can you print off a D4 form?
The D4 form can be downloaded and printed on your own printer.
Can you fail a D4 medical?
Free Re-testing For Drivers Who ‘Fail’ Their Medical. We are now offering free retesting for drivers ‘failing’ their D4 medical due to blood pressure problems. From 1st June, D4Drivers is going live with FREE retesting for people who ‘fail’ their medical due to high blood pressure.
Can I drive while waiting for my medical licence renewal?
Where can I get a D4 medical?
This can be your own GP or a private firm like D4Drivers whose Doctors specialise in D4 medicals. Additionally EU registered Doctors can complete the D4 medical for drivers who have the medical completed outside the UK. We strongly advise booking your medical with a reputable provider with doctors experienced in completing driver medicals.
Why choose d4drivers for your driver medical?
D4Drivers supply the £55 PCV medical to bus drivers nationwide. Most councils accept medicals from all registered Doctors due to the time and expense of waiting for your own GP. Check your council’s rules then book your medical with D4Drivers. Our Doctors complete driver medicals in 80+ locations nationwide.
How much is a PCV medical at d4 drivers?
Driver Medicals Book your driver medical with D4Drivers at a choice of 85 locations across the UK, with appointments available on evenings and weekends to suit you. Over 5000 drivers a month trust us to provide their HGV/PCV medical all for just £55 including the mandatory eye test.
Who can complete a DVLA D4 driver medical?
Who can complete a DVLA D4 Driver Medical? Any Doctor who holds full registration with the GMC (General Medical Council) and is licensed to practise medicine in the UK can complete the DVLA D4 Driver Medical. This can be your own GP or a private firm like D4Drivers whose Doctors specialise in D4 medicals.