Revision question · Band 3 driving test, disabilities, law

What's the minimum driving age for a person receiving the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment?

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15 years

16 years

17 years

21 years

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A 16 year old may drive a car if they're in receipt of the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment. However, if the enhanced rate is withdrawn, the normal minimum age for driving a car (17 years old) will then apply.

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Driving age and enhanced mobility benefitReviewed guidance summary · The age-16 exception depends on the qualifying enhanced mobility benefit, not disability generally.

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