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Do You Need a Licence to Tow a Trailer? UK Rules Explained [2026]
Do you need a licence to tow a trailer in the UK? Rules for pre-1997 grandfather rights, post-1997 limits, the 2021 BE test abolition.
Do you need a licence to tow a trailer in the UK? It depends on when you passed your test and the weight of your setup. This guide explains the rules for pre-1997, post-1997, and post-2021 drivers.
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