The timetable
| When | Medical |
|---|---|
| When you apply | The first medical, to the DVLA Group 2 standard |
| Age 50 | Age-related medical |
| Age 56 | Age-related medical |
| Age 62 | Age-related medical |
| Age 65, then every year | Age-related medical |
Private hire drivers start earlier, at 45. TfL's web page mentions a medical for applicants over 45 whose last one was more than three years ago; its policy gives the 50, 56, 62 and 65 timetable for licensed taxi drivers.
If you miss one
A licensed driver who does not provide an age-related medical within 21 days of a reminder faces having their licence revoked.
Sources
- TfL, Taxi and private hire driver policy, version 6.0, 1 September 2026, sections 4.19.2 and 4.19.7
From the guide: How to become a London taxi driver