A taxi medical is a medical evaluation a taxi driver must undergo to verify fitness. Before a licence is granted, you must prove you are physically well enough to operate a vehicle. If you operate a private hire car or hackney carriage, then you must get a medical assessment according to council requirements. 

The purpose of this exam is to ensure the safety of the driver and other road users. Therefore, you must pass your medical to meet DVLA standards. Motor Medicals is a leading provider of taxi driver medical assessments in the UK. Check the list of councils that have approved our driver medicals.

The Need for a Health Check

Besides medical evaluations for licence requirements, taxi drivers need regular checkups to make certain they are in good health. When you are responsible for other people’s safety, you can’t afford to be reckless with your health. A comprehensive physical examination can detect health issues and decrease the risk of emergencies. 

Some conditions that could prevent you from getting a taxi licence include heart problems, diabetes, head injuries, progressive degenerative illnesses and epilepsy. Certain medications can also cause you to fail your medical. Apart from your physical well-being, your mental health matters as well.

What to Expect from the Medical

Our GMC registered doctors conduct taxi medicals depending on your licence requirements. A typical evaluation takes 20 minutes or less. However, this duration changes with individuals. During the assessment, the physician will check for high blood pressure to ensure it’s normal. The doctor administers a urine test to check for alcohol, drugs and diabetes. 

Vision assessments are other requirements of driver medicals. An evaluation of your medical history is necessary when applying for a private hire taxi licence. Note that past medical conditions might necessitate additional tests. If you pass the assessment, the physician will complete the D4 medical report.

Why Choose Us

Motor Medicals has 55 clinics nationwide, making it easy for taxi drivers to book medicals at their convenience. The advantage we offer over family GPs is availability. You can book your medical test for private hire licence application whenever you want. We accept weekend and short-notice bookings. Hence, you don’t need to wait two weeks to book an appointment. 

Our booking portal allows you to schedule your medical online. Alternatively, you can call. Motor Medicals has great rates, with a taxi/private hire medical costing £53. Remember to check what to carry to the appointment. Taxi licence renewal requirements vary across councils, so, confirm with the relevant authorities.

Contact us for cost-friendly and expert taxi driver medical services from GMC-approved doctors.

Taxi Medical

Accepted by the following councils

(Councils in bold and underlined text require the driver to obtain a medical summary from their GP which will need to be reviewed by our doctor in clinic.)

  • Ashfield District Council
  • Barrow in Furness Council 
  • Blackburn with Darwen Council
  • Blackpool Council
  • Bradford Council
  • Bury Council
  • Cheshire West and Chester Council
  • Coventry Council
  • Dudley Council
  • Fylde Council
  • High Peak Council
  • Knowsley Council
  • Leeds City Council
  • Liverpool Council
  • Manchester City Council
  • North Warwickshire Council
  • Nuneaton & Bedworth Council
  • Oadby & Wigston District Council
  • Oldham City Council
  • Preston City Council
  • Rochdale City Council
  • Rotherham Council
  • Salford City Council
  • Sefton Council
  • Sheffield council
  • Shropshire Council
  • Solihull Metropolitan Council
  • South Ribble Council
  • St Helen’s Council
  • Stoke On Trent Council
  • Tameside Council
  • Telford & Wrekin Council
  • Trafford Council
  • Warrington Borough Council
  • Wigan Council
  • Wirral Council
  • Wolverhampton City Council

1) Driving license or Passport

2) Bank statement or utility bill for proof of address

3) A list of any medications that you take (if applicable)

4) Your glasses or contact lenses (if worn)

5) Taxi Medical form (We may have spares. Please call us on 0161 241 9622 to confirm this).

6) Medical Summay (if required)

We have over 20 locations up and down the country running twice a week. To find your nearest clinic, please visit the locations tab below: Clinic Location

A taxi medical is a medical evaluation a taxi driver must undergo to verify fitness. Before a licence is granted, you must prove you are physically well enough to operate a vehicle. If you operate a private hire car or hackney carriage, then you must get a medical assessment according to council requirements. 

The purpose of this exam is to ensure the safety of the driver and other road users. Therefore, you must pass your medical to meet DVLA standards. Motor Medicals is a leading provider of taxi driver medical assessments in the UK. Check the list of councils that have approved our driver medicals.

The Need for a Health Check

Besides medical evaluations for licence requirements, taxi drivers need regular checkups to make certain they are in good health. When you are responsible for other people’s safety, you can’t afford to be reckless with your health. A comprehensive physical examination can detect health issues and decrease the risk of emergencies. 

Some conditions that could prevent you from getting a taxi licence include heart problems, diabetes, head injuries, progressive degenerative illnesses and epilepsy. Certain medications can also cause you to fail your medical. Apart from your physical well-being, your mental health matters as well.

What to Expect from the Medical

Our GMC registered doctors conduct taxi medicals depending on your licence requirements. A typical evaluation takes 20 minutes or less. However, this duration changes with individuals. During the assessment, the physician will check for high blood pressure to ensure it’s normal. The doctor administers a urine test to check for alcohol, drugs and diabetes. 

Vision assessments are other requirements of driver medicals. An evaluation of your medical history is necessary when applying for a private hire taxi licence. Note that past medical conditions might necessitate additional tests. If you pass the assessment, the physician will complete the D4 medical report.

Why Choose Us

Motor Medicals has 55 clinics nationwide, making it easy for taxi drivers to book medicals at their convenience. The advantage we offer over family GPs is availability. You can book your medical test for private hire licence application whenever you want. We accept weekend and short-notice bookings. Hence, you don’t need to wait two weeks to book an appointment. 

Our booking portal allows you to schedule your medical online. Alternatively, you can call. Motor Medicals has great rates, with a taxi/private hire medical costing £53. Remember to check what to carry to the appointment. Taxi licence renewal requirements vary across councils, so, confirm with the relevant authorities.

Contact us for cost-friendly and expert taxi driver medical services from GMC-approved doctors.

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Jim Shakoor
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I absolutely love the staff at Motor Medicals. They was very respectful at all times. They are a very approachable company and would definitely recommend them. Medical completed in 15 mins
Sheila Owen
Highly recommend
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The service provided was excellent. A family member was in urgent need of a medical and Motor Medicals were able to fit me in the next weekend. Everything and everyone was professional and caring. Time was taken to fill in forms and requirements and made sure we understand the process. Definitely would recommend motor medicals
Clive Keele
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The doctor who I saw was very professional and made me feel quite comfortable and was great overall. License came back today, no issues.
Paul Stone
I’m so grateful to be seen in so quick
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I’m so grateful to be seen in so quick! During covid it was almost impossible to see my GP. Excellent service! Thank you to the motor medical team for all your help and advice. Very appreciated.
Dominik karaski
Easy and helpful
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Needed a quick medical assessment. Found this company via Facebook. Was sceptical at first, but they were very professional and I was seen within a couple of days. Doctor was very knowledgeable and helped a lot.
Matthew Steele
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An absolutely excellent service with friendly staff, who provided a high standard experience from start to finish and made me feel at ease every step of the way. Would highly recommend to all without a doubt.
Tony Roberts
More people should hear about motor medicals.
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I Had my HGV Medical and it went really well. I am super happy. Motor Medicals doctor was professional and l would definitely recommend. He explained how it works to me. And the price is also very good compared going to my GP who would charge me £130.00!! More people should hear about Motor Medicals!
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