Question 1981 · Bus theory test
What is the minimum age at which a driver who holds a valid driver CPC card can drive a 53-seater bus or coach?
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Correct answer
21 years.
Official explanation
To avoid breaching the law it is essential to know and comply with all the licencing requirements. Whilst the general minimum age for driving a large bus or coach is 24 years, a driver may obtain a driving licence for Category D at the age of 21 if he/she also holds a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
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