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Towing
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Towing a Trailer or CaravanThe laws surrounding towing are complicated, and the aim of this article is to explain and make clear what you can and cannot tow on your license. What Can I TowPre 1997 LicenseIf you passed your driving test before 1 Jan 1997 you can tow a trailer if the vehicle and trailer combination is up to 8.25 tonnes MAM (Maximum Authorised Mass), or a minibus with a trailer of up to 750kg MAM. Post 1997 LicenseUnless you have (B+E, C1 + E, D1+E) or similar on your license you are limited to the following: With a vehicle up to 3.5 tonnes and with 8 or less passenger seats:
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MAM and ULW can be found on plates attached to the car and trailer (often under the bonnet and near the hitch, respectively). Speed LimitsThe speed limits when towing are different to when driving a car:
(Unless signs direct otherwise) Lighting and Registration PlatesThe back of the trailer must have the following:
The number place should also be illuminated The lights should be checked before every journey. |
















