Can I ride a 50cc scooter with a full car licence?
If you passed your test before 2001 and have a full car license you can ride up to a 50cc scooter without taking a test, unless you are otherwise prohibited. If you passed your test after this date you would need to apply to the DVLA for a provisional bike license and complete a CBT. To ride up to a 125cc bike you need at least to have a valid CBT certificate (these last for 2 years), and you are prohibited from riding with passengers. Many of our dealers also offer this service, so please check out the “Find a Dealer” section of our website. Please be aware that this is a guide only and is subject to legal change, so please refer to your driving licenses and the regulating authority the DVLA at all times.
If you passed your test before 2001 and have a full car license you can ride up to a 50cc scooter without taking a test, unless you are otherwise prohibited. If you passed your test after this date you would need to complete a CBT, however your licence will not need to be updated. To ride up to a 125cc bike you need at least to have a valid CBT certificate (these last for 2 years), and you are prohibited from riding with passengers. Many of our dealers also offer this service, so please check out the “Find a Dealer” section of our website. Please be aware that this is a guide only and is subject to legal change, so please refer to your driving licenses and the regulating authority the DVLA at all times.
