What does the taxi or private hire vehicle assessment involve?
The standard of the hackney carriage (taxi) or private hire vehicle assessment is set at a level suitable for a full driving licence holder. It is therefore higher than that of the learner driver test. On the L test, a learner is allowed 15 minor driving faults whereas on the taxi driving test only 9 minor driving faults are permitted. Local authorities will not grant a new licence until the Taxi Test Assessment has been passed, therefore, it is in the interests of the Taxi drivers to take some professional training prior to taking the test. The practical assessment The practical assessment will last for about 35 to 40 minutes. You will be assessed on are your awareness, anticipation and planning skills, your ability to drive at a safe and legal speed, and passenger safety and comfort. Also you will be assessed on your ability to do manoeuvres safely such as making U turns, and an exercise that involves reversing. The examiner will also ask you a few questions on the Highway Code and a
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