DVLA medicals for HGV drivers Bristol & South Wales

D4 drivers medical examinations

Clinics in Bristol and Chepstow

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£100 pay-as-you-go; discounts for groups

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How to prepare for your DVLA D4 examination

If you are in South Wales, we have a D4 driver medical near you

  • Download the D4 Medical Examination Report Form for HGV/LGV Drivers ›

    Read the Notes and coplete the grey sections (page 1 and 8) of the D4 Form

  • Bring ID, glassess and prescriptions

    Please bring two identification documents, current prescription and driving glasses with prescription (if applicable).

  • Do note attend if you are unwell

    Please do not attend if you have a new cough, fever, or runny nose.

What to expect during your medical

The appointment will take approximately 20 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, check your blood pressure, weight and height, examine your eyesight, undertake a brief examination, and complete your D4 DVLA form.

You will need to post the completed D4 form to the DVLA, who will make the decision about your driving licence. If required, they may need to consult your GP or a specialist.

When will you need your D4 Driver Medical?

  • Before the first application for Group 2 (HGV/LGV) licence

  • Every 5 years between the ages of 45 and 65

  • Annually after the age of 65

HGV drivers with medical problems

Your responsibilities as a HGV/LGV driver

Being fit to drive to DVLA Group 2 standard means that your physical and mental health allows you to control your HGV/LGV safely at all times. Medical fitness is crucial because of the vehicle size and weight and the long hours you spend driving. This is why the medical standards for HGV/LGV drivers are stricter than those for car drivers (Group 1).

Some conditions affect your fitness to LGV/HGV to DVLA Group 2 standard. Learn more about common medical conditions and fitness to work as a lorry driver:

Our Guide: DVLA medical standards for LGV/HGV drivers – Guide for Managers and Drivers

Open the medical guide for drivers here

You must tell DVLA if you have a ‘notifiable condition’ using the GOV.UK website.

✱ Diabetes (or taking insulin)

✱ Syncope (fainting)

✱ Heart condition (including atrial fibrillation and pacemakers)

✱ Sleep apnoea

✱ Epilepsy

✱ Stroke

✱ Glaucoma

If you have questions, contact your GP or occupational health.

What if you are not fit to drive?

Occupational health support

If you are unfit to drive, your manager may refer you for an occupational health assessment to determine if you may be fit for non-driving work.

Our occupational health physician would review your health, treatment, prognosis, driving, and other job demands and give your management OH advice. If available, we may assess your fitness for adjusted, for example, non-safety-critical duties.

For example, a driver with unstable diabetes may be fit for non-driving work, e.g., lighter logistical or administrative duties, CCTV monitoring, or quality assurance while waiting for the DVLA decision to restore their driving licence.

Or a driver with substantial, long-term impairment after a stroke may be a candidate for redeployment or ill-health retirement.

Your manager may consider our advice. If you are protected by the disability provisions of the Equality Act 2010, the employer will need to consider the adjustments and decide if they are reasonable.

Your manager may book your Occupational Health Assessment here.

Useful information about D4 medicals

DVLA medical standards for LGV/HGV drivers: Guide for Managers and Drivers by WorkAble OH: Learn more about common medical conditions and fitness to drive to DVLA Group 2 standard.

DVLA A-Z Guide about medical conditions.

DVLA D4 Form for Drivers

FAQs: Pre-Placement Health Checks for UK Employers

When will I need a D4 medical examination?

  • When applying for or renewing a Group 2 (HGV/LGV) driving licence.
  • Every 5 years from age 45 and annually from age 65.
  • At DVLA’s request and if you have certain medical conditions.

How can I book a D4 medical in Bristol or Newport?

You may use our booking page

What do I need to bring to my D4 HGV/LGV medical exam in Bristol?

  1. Two forms of identification (e.g., driver’s license and a recent bill)
  2. Your prescriptions and driving glasses prescriptions if applicable.
  3. Completed D4 Medical Examination Form (please complete the grey sections).

What happens if I have a medical condition? Do I still need a D4 Medical?

You must tell DVLA if you have a ‘notifiable condition’ using the GOV.UK website. You may read our Medical Conditions and LGV/HGV Driving Guide.

The examining doctor will tell you if you are fit to drive under the DVLA guidelines and complete the D4 form. If your condition requires further information, DVLA may contact your GP or specialist.

If you have questions, get in touch

How do I book a D4 driver medical in Bristol?

You can book online, call us (07383496232) or e-mail us ([email protected]).

What is the cost of D4 medical in Bristol?

The D4 medical costs £100.

Appointments are available in 1-2 days. Click here to book your D4 Medical

What conditions do I need to report to the DVLA?

ou must tell DVLA if you have a ‘notifiable condition’ using the GOV.UK website. This applies to diabetes, syncope (fainting), heart conditions, sleep apnoea, epilepsy, stroke, glaucoma.

Learn more from our OH Library: Medical Conditions and LGV/HGV Driving Guide

If you have questions, get in touch.

How do I report a medical condition to the DVLA?

Check if your condition needs reporting at DVLA, or contact DVLA.