
- PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE HOW TO
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If you're not able to upload the documents, visit any Stockport library or local advice centre. If you do not submit all the required documents, there may be a delay in your application. These documents must be uploaded with your application.
new keepers supplement from the V5 green slip. a bill of sale, if bought privately, from the old owner of the vehicle showing the name, address, phone number and signature of both the old and new owners. a receipt on headed paper, or a hand written receipt clearly showing the stamp of the garage the vehicle was bought from. If you do not have the vehicle V5 log book, you'll also need: evidence of individual vehicle approval from the DVLA if the vehicle has been modified. utility bill or bank statement issued within the last 3 months showing your current name and address. You can use this form to apply for a new private hire vehicle licence in Stockport. You can pay through our online system using a debit or credit card.Apply for a new private hire vehicle licence If you need a plate holder bracket too these cost an extra £10. If you lose the licence plate from your vehicle let us know as soon as possible so we can send a replacement. Pay for your application Loss of a licence plate Private Hire Vehicle Licence: New, renewal or change of vehicleĭiscount for low emission vehicle or wheelchair accessible vehicle Hackney Carriage Vehicle Licence: New, renewal or change of vehicle You can pay these fees online using a debit or credit card once you've submitted your application to us. There are a number of costs involved in licensing a vehicle for use as a taxi or for private hire. PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE HOW TO
Details of how to renew are in the application pack which can be downloaded from this page. We will send you a reminder 2 months before your vehicle renewal is due. There is no charge for this but you will need to book a virtual appointment so we can process the form. You will need to complete and send a transfer of ownership form to us. You need to do this within 14 days of buying the vehicle If you sell a licensed vehicle you must let us know, including details of the new owner. If you buy a licensed vehicle you must also let us know. Forms can be downloaded from this page and submitted to us with copies of any supporting documentation by email.
the vehicle application is supported by an Auto-Engineer Report stating it is in exceptional condition.Īpart from these details the process is the same as for a newer vehicle. for private hire - it must be either a fully wheelchair accessible vehicle or have CO2 emissions (as detailed on the V5 Log Book) are no higher than 120. for Hackney carriages - it is a fully wheelchair accessible vehicle. To licence a vehicle older than 5-years-old you will need to show: If you have any issues accessing the application forms or documents, please email us for assistance. You can book by email at: application forms and documents can be downloaded from this page and submitted to us with copies of any supporting documentation by email. You will then need to book a virtual appointment for us to process your application - you do not need to attend this appointment in person.
You will need to book a compliance test with our MOT team and pay the fee for your licence through our online system.
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This means licensed vehicles must be able to carry the passenger whilst in a wheelchair. The full standards and criteria for vehicles licensed by us can be found in the vehicle application pack in the related documents section of this page. We will not licence vehicles which have been marked as an insurance write off. Vehicles being licensed for the first time must be under 5 years of age as stated in the V5 log book.
PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE LICENSE
How to license a vehicle for the first time We regularly carry out check to make sure licensed vehicles are safe, and meet high standards visually and mechanically.
PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE DRIVER
You must have the right licence for your vehicle before you use it for this type of work.Īs well as a vehicle licence you need to be licensed as a driver (by the same council the vehicle is licensed by) and if you work for a private hire company they must have an operator licence. There are two types of annual vehicle licence in Ashfield - for Hackney carriages (taxis) and for private hire vehicles.