How to apply for a Hackney carriage or private hire drivers licence
Knowledge tests
The test is taken by both Hackney carriage and private hire driver applicants and is required to ensure that legal requirements are met. The cost of the test is included as part of the application fee.
A driver must show how they will take a passenger to their destination by the shortest possible route. Also, a knowledge of the Highway Code and numeracy is important. The use of maps or mobile phones while you are taking the test is not allowed.
Questions will include a selection of routes between various points within the district and locations of places of entertainment, refreshment and domestic addresses.
Local geography - an example question and answer
Please write down directions for the following journeys ensuring that you are using the shortest possible route.
Question
Go from Hinckley Railway Station (Southfield Road) to Sketchley Grange Hotel (Sketchley Lane, Burbage)
Answer
- From Hinckley Railway Station turn left onto Hawley Road and go straight on towards the traffic lights
- Turn left at this junction, go under the train bridge and straight on. Go forward at box junction and carry on up the hill
- Carry on forward to the mini roundabout and turn right and take the third exit into Herald Way
- Take the first right into Sketchley Lane. Carry straight on. The hotel is on the left at the bottom of the road
If you fail the test
You can retake the test after two weeks, but we will only allow two more attempts before refusing your application. You will not be able to re-apply for a period of six months.
Last updated: 20/03/2024 12:22
