How much is a black cab licence?

Non-refundable licence application fee – £120. Grant of licence fee – £180.

How long does a taxi operators licence last?

5 years
Each licence has a fee and lasts for 5 years. You can be prosecuted if you receive payment for taking bookings or supply drivers for hire without an operator’s licence.

How long does it take to get a taxi licence UK?

The taxi driver knowledge test To drive a taxi in London, you’ll need to pass The Knowledge. The Knowledge involves learning the quickest routes within a six-mile radius of Charing Cross, and on average takes three to four years to learn.

Are taxis exempt from MOT?

The legal requirement is that all taxis should be subject to an MOT test or its equivalent once a year. For PHVs the requirement is for an annual test after the vehicle is three years old. The MOT test on vehicles first used after 31 March 1987 includes checking of all seat belts.

Can you check if a car has been used as a taxi?

How can I tell if I’m buying an ex taxi then? At the time of writing, HPI Check do not offer any sort of ex-taxi check with any of their packages. The short answer is, the only way to tell for sure, is to purchase a special “ex taxi check”.

What is a PHV Licence?

Any vehicle that seats up to eight passengers and is available for hire with a driver requires a private hire vehicle (PHV) licence. It is the responsibility of the vehicle owner to apply for a licence.

What is a valid private hire Licence?

The PCO Licence, also known as the Private Hire Driver Licence, allows you to work as a minicab driver or chauffer, including working as an Uber driver. The PCO licence is valid for 3 years and is issued by the PCO (Public Carriage Office), who are part of Transport for London (TfL).

How much do Uber drivers earn UK?

Uber drivers make roughly around £15 per hour, so on an average working week, working around 40 hours a week, you could earn around £565 per week. Uber have stated that workers will earn at least the same as the National Average wage, which currently stands at £8.91 per hour for people aged 23 and over.

How much do London cabbies earn?

The average taxi driver in the UK earns between £20,000 to £30,000 per year. The average rate of pay per hour for a UK-based taxi driver is between £9 to £15 per hour, with rates often going into the range of £18-£25 during certain periods, such as bank holidays and Saturday evenings.

Can you drive a taxi in East Lothian?

If you are granted a licence, this covers you to drive East Lothian taxis and private hire cars. The licence lasts for one year and it is your responsibility to make sure you apply for a renewal before the expiry date. If you want a car to be used as a taxi or private hire car then you need to apply for a vehicle operator’s licence.

Do you need a licence to drive in West Lothian?

West Lothian Council operates a licensing scheme for taxis and private hire cars and their drivers. This scheme is administered by the Council’s Licensing Team. The Licensing Team are able to provide general guidance on the scheme but cannot assist you to complete your application form or provide legal advice on whether a licence is required.

Do you need a licence to drive a taxi?

All taxis have signs on their roof which are illuminated when they are available for hire. Private hire cars must be booked in advance and they are required to display signage indicating this. Drivers of both taxis and private hire cars require to be licensed by the council following a thorough vetting process.

Which is the cheapest taxi from Heathrow to West Lothian?

West Lothian To UK Airport Fare List: UK Airport To West Lothian Taxis Saloon MPV Minivan Heathrow To West Lothian Taxi £426 £433 £639 Gatwick To West Lothian Taxi £463 £470 £694.5 Luton To West Lothian Taxi £401 £408 £579 Stansted To West Lothian Taxi £410 £417 £592.5