HGV/LGV Medical Only £45, Eye Test included

Health Drive is located at the Flexspace offices on Manchester road, BL3 2NZ, opposite the EG garage. Car park is available on site. Please call to arrange a booking.

If you are looking to drive heavy goods vehicle (HGVs) you need to complete a HGV medical.  This is to ensure you meet the HGV medical standards that are required to promote safe driving. Below list what is involved in a HGV medical examination.

During the HGV medical examination, a doctor will review your medical history. The doctor will discuss any conditions you may have, any medication you are taking and any surgeries you have had in the past. If you are diabetic, this includes checking your blood sugar is controlled.

The HGV medical examination will also test your vision to ensure you meet the required standards. The doctor will perform a quick test to ensure you meet these standards. Ensure you take with you any glasses or contact lenses you wear to help you drive. 

A general physical assessment will made during the HGV medical examination. This includes taking blood pressure, checking mobility so ensure you are physical fit to handle the demand of driving a large vehicle.

The doctor will further perform a mental health during the HGV medical which involves checking for epilepsy and any other cognitive impairment.

Following passing your HGV medical, you can apply for HGV licence or renew you current one.

At Health drive we know that time and cost are very important to HGV drivers. That’s why we made our HGV medicals only £45 and made appointments available on the weekends and in the evenings.

If you are looking to drive large goods vehicle (LGVs) you need to complete a LGV medical.  This is to ensure you meet the LGV medical standards that are required to promote safe driving. Below list what is involved in a LGV medical examination.

During the LGV medical examination, a doctor will review your medical history. The doctor will discuss any conditions you may have, any medication you are taking and any surgeries you have had in the past. If you are diabetic, this includes checking your blood sugar is controlled.

The LGV medical examination will also test your vision to ensure you meet the required standards. The doctor will perform a quick test to ensure you meet these standards. Ensure you take with you any glasses or contact lenses you wear to help you drive. 

A general physical assessment will made during the LGV medical examination. This includes taking blood pressure, checking mobility so ensure you are physical fit to handle the demand of driving a large vehicle.

The doctor will further perform a mental health during the LGV medical which involves checking for epilepsy and any other cognitive impairment.

Following passing your LGV medical, you can apply for LGV licence or renew you current one.

At Health drive we know that time and cost are very important to LGV drivers. That’s why we made our LGV medicals only £45 and made appointments available on the weekends and in the evenings.

The medical takes around 15 minutes to complete.

D4 medical form, Photo ID (passport, driving license, utility bill), driving glass or contact lenses (if worn), a list of medication if taken any, Medical summary