This is because of changes made by the government that requires all private hire drivers to have a licence for their vehicle to be able to pick up passengers in London. Therefore, this testing procedure will ensure that all drivers will be safe for passengers and other road users. What are the requirements?
The requirements of this assessment are that you will need to carry a valid PHV licence. In addition to that, you will need to have had an eye test done as well. This eye test will check for cataracts, seru glaucoma, and macular degeneration.
You will be tested on driving skills, including the ability to read maps, how well you can control the vehicle while you drive, your reaction time, and your ability to drive in traffic and stop safely at red lights or junctions.
This means that you have to sit in front of a driving instructor who will ask questions about your driving skills, and you will have to demonstrate how well you perform on these tests. How do I get my PHV license?
After you have passed all the above tests, the licensing department will issue you with a provisional PHV licence. You will need to go for another test on your driving skills and then you can get your PHV licence.