Mobility Scooters and Powered Wheelchairs: The Rules for Pavements and Roads

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About Course

A mobility scooter or powered wheelchair can open up shops, parks and visits to friends. But there are rules about where you can go, how fast, and what your vehicle must have. This course explains the GOV.UK rules on class 2 and class 3 vehicles, using pavements and roads, eyesight, registration and insurance, with practical safety tips.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course gives general information for older people and their families, written from published official guidance. It is not legal or financial advice. Rules can change, so check the official websites listed in the course.

© 2026 Tutwoo UK Limited. This course was created in-house by Tutwoo and is our original work. It is for your own learning only: please do not copy, share, record or resell it.

What Will You Learn?

  • Tell the difference between class 2 and class 3 vehicles
  • Know where you can and cannot drive, and the speed limits
  • Understand the eyesight check, DVLA registration and insurance rules
  • Use pavements and roads safely and considerately

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Who can use one, and the two classes
  • Pavements, roads and eyesight
  • Registration, insurance and staying safe

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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