The B+E test is based on the LGV driving test and consists of the following requirements:
- The ability to carry out safety checks on your vehicle and trailer
- The reversing exercise
- The braking exercise
- The drive
- Uncoupling and recoupling
Do you qualify?
If you passed your driving test after the 1st January 1997 (including re-tests) you must pass a practical category B+E test to tow a trailer which exceeds 750kg on a vehicle weighing 3,500kg; or vehicle and trailer/caravan/hourse box combination over 3,500kg.
Even if you have a pre-1997 driving license we strongly recommend our training courses for your safety and peace of mind.
The standard 'B' license will allow you to tow a combination (vehicle and trailer) with a Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) which does not exceed 3,500kg providing that the MAM of the trailer does not exceed the unladen mass of the towing vehicle.
For example:-
If the MAM of the trailer is over 750kg you need to take the test if the following weight combinations apply:
- Either: The combined MAM of the car and trailer exceeds 3500kg (3.5 tonnes)
- Or: The MAM of the trailer is greater than the unladen weight of the towing vehicle