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What is a Class 2 mobility scooter?

Class 2 are mechanically propelled (usually electric) powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters, limited to a top speed of 4 mph and made for use on the pavement. Class 3 are mobility scooters capable of up to 8 mph and may be used on roads (but not motorways) at up to 8 mph and on pavements at up to 4 mph. ...

What are the different types of mobility scooters & wheelchairs?

There are three Classes of Mobility Scooters and Wheelchairs. Class 1 are Manual wheelchairs where you use your arms to move the chair, or you are pushed by another person. Class 2 are Mobility Scooters and electric wheelchairs these have a speed limit of 4 mph (6 km/h) and are designed to be used on pavements. ...

Do mobility scooters need to be registered?

Class 1 wheelchairs and Class 2 mechanically propelled wheelchairs and mobility scooters do not need to be registered. However, Class 3 (8 mph) mobility scooters, if to be used on public highways which includes both roads AND pavements, however infrequently, MUST be registered with DVLA and have road tax (although at Nil Duty). ...

What is a Class 3 mobility scooter & electric wheelchair?

Class 3 Mobility Scooters and Electric Wheelchairs are those with an upper speed limit of 8 mph (12 km/h) and must not weigh over 150KG. When driving over 4mph these can legally be driven on the road. Mobility Scooters and Electric Wheelchairs MUST NOT travel faster than 4 mph (6 km/h) on pavements or in pedestrian areas. ...

Can mobility scooters and powerchairs be used on road?

Government guidance on using mobility scooters and powerchairs states that only class 3 “invalid carriages” may be used on road. This contradicts the Use of Invalid Carriages on Highways Regulations and Highway Code rule 42. We consider it likely that this government guidance is incorrect. ...

What are the road rules for mobility scooters?

Many new mobility scooter users may be unaware of the road rules for mobility scooters. Firstly, they are categorised by law as a type of vehicle and as such are subject to certain rules. The type of mobility scooter or powered wheelchair you need will depend on where you want to use it and/or how far you need to travel. ...