Understanding D4 Driver Medical
A D4 driver medical is a required health check for individuals applying for or renewing a Group 2 licence, which includes HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle), LGV (Large Goods Vehicle), and PCV (Passenger Carrying Vehicle) drivers. The assessment ensures you are medically fit to drive professionally and safely on the road.
What is a D4 Driver Medical?
A D4 driver medical is a examination that whereby a doctor assesses your overall health and ability to drive commercial vehicles. It includes:
Vision test
Blood pressure check
Review of your medical history
Checks for conditions like diabetes, neurological disorders, and cardiac health
What to Expect from a D4 Driver Medical Service
When you attend a D4 medical appointment, the process typically includes:
Initial consultation to gather medical history
Eyesight test with or without corrective lenses
Blood pressure measurement and general health screening
Guidance on any follow-up if further information or testing is needed
Who Conducts This Service?
A D4 driver medical can be conducted by:
GPs (General Practitioners)
Private doctors
Who Might Need This Service?
You will need a D4 driver medical if you are:
Applying for a first-time Group 2 licence
Renewing your HGV, LGV, or PCV licence (usually every 5 years after age 45)
Applying for a taxi licence, depending on local authority regulations
Returning to professional driving after a health-related suspension
Types of D4 Driver Medical
While the D4 medical follows a standard DVLA format, some providers may offer:
Standard D4 medicals for HGV, LGV, and PCV
Taxi driver medicals (if required by local councils)
Enhanced medicals for drivers with ongoing conditions (e.g., diabetes, epilepsy)
Mobile or on-site medicals for employers or depots
