LGV & PCV Driving Assessments - Helping You Get Back on the Road Safely and Confidently!

June 24, 2025

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If you’re a lorry or bus driver looking to return to the road after illness, injury, or a break in driving, Herts Ability is here to support you every step of the way!

We’re proud to now offer LGV and PCV driving assessments, in partnership with the expert team at MK Driver Training - specialists in vocational driving and DVSA Approved Driving Instructors.

Who Is the Assessment For?

If you hold a driving licence for any of the following vehicle categories, we can assess your current ability to drive safely and legally:

🚛 LGV Categories:

C1, C, C+E

🚌 PCV Categories:

D1, D

Please note: Your assessment will begin with a car driving assessment if you're booking a full vocational assessment. This helps us ensure a safe starting point.

How the Assessment Works

1. Start with a Car Assessment

You’ll begin with a standard car driving assessment conducted by our experienced team. To proceed, you’ll need to meet the following criteria:

✅ Meet DVSA eyesight requirements

✅ No significant cognitive concerns

✅ Reasonable physical ability

✅ No major driving faults

2. Progress to the Vocational Vehicle

If you meet the necessary standards in your car assessment, you’ll move on to the next phase with MK Driver Training, which includes:

A DVSA-endorsed reversing exercise
A coupling/uncoupling task (if required)
A one-hour on-road assessment in an LGV or PCV vehicle

Bringing It All Together

Your vocational driving assessment is combined with your initial car assessment to give us a complete picture of your capabilities. This holistic approach ensures that any recommendations we make are both fair and focused on helping you drive safely and confidently.

Whether you're returning to work or simply need to confirm your fitness to drive larger vehicles, this is a supportive and professional service designed with your safety and success in mind.