mhutch Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 can anybody clear up the rules on towing a trailer? weights , suspension, brakes etc and if new drivers are required to sit an extra test ? (***Mod Edit - Moved to Consumer Advice & Resources***) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooter Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/DriverLicensing/CaravansTrailersCommercialVehicles/DG_4022564 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiddles Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I would of thought that anybody (new driver or not) would of had the common sense to check with the relevant authorities first before getting a trailer, after all you never know who's hiding around the corner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 as i have learned the hard way indeed tiddles, the grass is full of snakes, i had better check out the legislation i'm not sure of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostrider Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I would of thought that anybody (new driver or not) would of had the common sense to check with the relevant authorities first before getting a trailer, !*$& the relevant authorities. When was the last time there was any problem with someone towing a trailer around here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooter Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 ^ there was an accident not long ago when someone tried to avoid a wheel which came loose from a trailer and someone said the person towing trailer didn't have the licence to tow such a trailer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shetlandpeat Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 It all depends on when you passed your test as to if you take a seperate test. Weights, 750kg unbraked.Over that, brakes on trailer req. The total weight of the trailer also depends on the vehicle train weight, that will be in the documentation with the vehicle, some have the info on a palte stuck to the vehicle. But, check out the link supplied. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Theres plenty thats poor wi a trailer n i'm no that brilliant wi one myself , but we all hae to cringe if a wreck towing a wreck starts reversing in a car park or in among houses, especially if its commercial wi no commercial insurance. Besides , am no that sure my trailer needs brakes or no, it has suspension n proper lights, but am regularly grassed for the most pityfull things and want to keep it right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spinner72 Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I would of thought that anybody (new driver or not) would of had the common sense to check with the relevant authorities first before getting a trailer, after all you never know who's hiding around the corner! Though I know you meant well and it seems like sensible advice, it is sometimes best to do your own research (like the link supplied) as unfortunatelty some members of the "relevant authorities" are less than up to date with current legislation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 there is only 1 relevant authority, and the link appears to clearly point out all newly passed drivers need an extra test to tow a trailer ? does it not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiddles Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I would of thought that anybody (new driver or not) would of had the common sense to check with the relevant authorities first before getting a trailer, !*$& the relevant authorities. When was the last time there was any problem with someone towing a trailer around here. lol, depends on whos doing the towing!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 I would of thought that anybody (new driver or not) would of had the common sense to check with the relevant authorities first before getting a trailer, !*$& the relevant authorities. When was the last time there was any problem with someone towing a trailer around here. lol, depends on whos doing the towing!!! that is my fear , two wrecks coupled together in the hands of a clown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Car driving licence first obtained since 1 January 1997Drivers who passed a car test on or after 1 January 1997 are required to pass an additional driving test in order to gain entitlement to category B+E and all larger vehicles. In addition to the new driving tests, drivers of vehicles which fall within subcategories C1, C1+E, D1 and D1+E also have to meet higher medical standards. B+E is a car n trailer ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shetlandpeat Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Theres plenty thats poor wi a trailer n i'm no that brilliant wi one myself , but we all hae to cringe if a wreck towing a wreck starts reversing in a car park or in among houses, especially if its commercial wi no commercial insurance. Besides , am no that sure my trailer needs brakes or no, it has suspension n proper lights, but am regularly grassed for the most pityfull things and want to keep it right The size will tell you, If there are no brakes, the total weight must not exceed http://www.ribs4u.co.uk/accessories/new-snipe-750kg-swing-beam-roller-trailer/ http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://www.tractorpool.co.uk/media/4492/1344492/1135941/Westfalia-Pkw-Anh%C3%A4nger,-750-kg,-ungebremst-1135941.jpg%3Fheight%3D600%26width%3D800%26quality%3D80&imgrefurl=http://www.tractorpool.co.uk/details/Car-trailer/Westfalia-PkwAnhaenger,-750-kg,-ungebremst/1344492&h=600&w=800&sz=79&tbnid=fLzBOesEi3Lc8M:&tbnh=107&tbnw=143&prev=/search%3Fq%3D750%2Bkg%26tbm%3Disch%26tbo%3Du&zoom=1&q=750+kg&hl=en&usg=__RlACGiy6uIxGVEj_Act0IRkRIWc=&sa=X&ei=i92cTcaPJJOFhQeV8bzfBg&ved=0CCoQ9QEwAjgU http://www.discount-towing.co.uk/category/7422-Trailer_Suspension_Units The first two images on the last link are the sorta suspension arms on a 750kg trailer, but, no brakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch Posted April 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 Theres plenty thats poor wi a trailer n i'm no that brilliant wi one myself , but we all hae to cringe if a wreck towing a wreck starts reversing in a car park or in among houses, especially if its commercial wi no commercial insurance. Besides , am no that sure my trailer needs brakes or no, it has suspension n proper lights, but am regularly grassed for the most pityfull things and want to keep it right The size will tell you, If there are no brakes, the total weight must not exceed http://www.ribs4u.co.uk/accessories/new-snipe-750kg-swing-beam-roller-trailer/ http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://www.tractorpool.co.uk/media/4492/1344492/1135941/Westfalia-Pkw-Anh%C3%A4nger,-750-kg,-ungebremst-1135941.jpg%3Fheight%3D600%26width%3D800%26quality%3D80&imgrefurl=http://www.tractorpool.co.uk/details/Car-trailer/Westfalia-PkwAnhaenger,-750-kg,-ungebremst/1344492&h=600&w=800&sz=79&tbnid=fLzBOesEi3Lc8M:&tbnh=107&tbnw=143&prev=/search%3Fq%3D750%2Bkg%26tbm%3Disch%26tbo%3Du&zoom=1&q=750+kg&hl=en&usg=__RlACGiy6uIxGVEj_Act0IRkRIWc=&sa=X&ei=i92cTcaPJJOFhQeV8bzfBg&ved=0CCoQ9QEwAjgU http://www.discount-towing.co.uk/category/7422-Trailer_Suspension_Units The first two images on the last link are the sorta suspension arms on a 750kg trailer, but, no brakes. thanks, i shall have it to a weighbridge on my return, the only other concearn is insurance but ive checked that on my policy and as i'm not using it for paid work it doesnt need to be commercial Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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