DVLA Group 2 medical for private hire licence applicants
Do you need a medical for a Wolverhampton private hire licence? A complete guide to the DVLA medical requirements for taxi and private hire drivers in Wolverhampton in 2026.
Wolverhampton City Council requires most private hire licence applicants to meet DVLA Group 2 medical standards. If you are under 45, you may be able to self-certify. Over 45, a DVLA D4 medical from a GP is usually required. Wolverhampton follows DVLANI guidance.
A DVLA D4 medical (for taxi and private hire) at a GP surgery typically costs £80-£150 in the West Midlands area. Some GPs in Wolverhampton offer competitive rates for this common service.
Yes — certain medical conditions, medications or vision impairments can result in a failed medical for DVLA Group 2 standards. Common reasons include uncontrolled diabetes, epilepsy, certain heart conditions and vision below the required standard. A failed medical means you cannot currently hold a Wolverhampton private hire licence.
Wolverhampton City Council requires most private hire licence applicants to meet DVLA Group 2 medical standards. If you are under 45, you may be able to self-certify. Over 45, a DVLA D4 medical from a GP is usually required. Wolverhampton follows DVLANI guidance.
A DVLA D4 medical (for taxi and private hire) at a GP surgery typically costs £80-£150 in the West Midlands area. Some GPs in Wolverhampton offer competitive rates for this common service.
Yes — certain medical conditions, medications or vision impairments can result in a failed medical for DVLA Group 2 standards. Common reasons include uncontrolled diabetes, epilepsy, certain heart conditions and vision below the required standard. A failed medical means you cannot currently hold a Wolverhampton private hire licence.
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