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7.5-Tonne Truck Licence Age Requirements UK: Minimum Age and Medical Rules Explained
Minimum age for a 7.5-tonne truck licence in the UK is 18. Explains C1 automatic entitlement (pre-1997), D4 medical requirements by age, and C1+E towing rules.
What is the minimum age to drive a 7.5-tonne truck in the UK? This guide explains the C1 licence age requirements, automatic entitlement for pre-1997 licence holders, and the medical rules that apply at different ages.
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