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Mini Bus Driving

  • 21-04-2009 5:59pm
    #1
    cue
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 564 ✭✭✭


    Hey there. I have been driving a mercedes sprinter crew cab for the last ten years carrying passengers and I am looking into applying for the mini bus driving test. I have a few questions. I imagine there are some points regarding safety for vehicles carrying more than 8 passengers but other than that is there much difference in the driving, so would I need lessons? Where do I apply for the test and how much does it cost? I have looked on the net already but cannot find any straightforward answers so all info would be appreciated.


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  • #2
    Wishbone Ash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 25,041 ✭✭✭✭Wishbone Ash


    You'll have to apply for, and pass a theory test first. Then you may apply for a category D1 Learner Permit. You may then apply to any test centre. (The 6 month rule does not apply).

    If you want to kill two birds with the one stone, go straight for the D test (large bus) which is permitted if you have a B Driving Licence. (And category D theory test and Learner Permit obviously). That's what I did so I'm afraid that, although I drive large buses regularly, I've no experience with mini-buses.


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