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Can you carry passengers on a mobility scooter?

In the UK, it is generally not permitted to carry passengers on a mobility scooter.

According to the Department for Transport's guidance, mobility scooters are designed for use by one person only. The user should be the only occupant of the vehicle, and it is not intended or suitable for carrying passengers.

The regulation regarding carrying passengers on mobility scooters in the UK is primarily focused on safety considerations. Mobility scooters are designed with specific weight capacities and features to ensure the safety and stability of the user.

The main reason for this restriction is that mobility scooters are designed and constructed to carry a specific weight capacity, and adding additional passengers could compromise their stability and safety.

Furthermore, mobility scooters are not equipped with features such as passenger seating, seat belts, or adequate space for multiple occupants. Carrying passengers on a mobility scooter can significantly affect its balance and stability.

Mobility scooters are designed and tested to operate safely with a single occupant, taking into account factors such as weight distribution and manoeuvrability. Adding an extra person can exceed the weight limit and compromise the scooter's ability to maintain balance, potentially leading to accidents or instability.

Additionally, mobility scooters are not equipped with the necessary features to safely accommodate passengers. They lack additional seating, seat belts, footrests, or handholds for additional occupants. These features are essential to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers during transit.

To further emphasize safety, the Department for Transport's guidance on mobility scooters specifies that they should not be used on roads, except when there is no pavement, or when crossing a road.

Mobility scooters are primarily intended for use on footpaths, pedestrian areas, and other designated spaces for pedestrians.

While there may be situations where it may seem convenient to carry a passenger on a mobility scooter, it is generally advised against due to safety concerns. It is always important to prioritize the well-being and safety of both the user and potential pedestrians.

Book your mobility scooter hire in Huddersfield today!

We take the stress out of hiring a mobility scooter; whether it’s for home, a holiday, visiting relatives, a short or long stay away, an event you are attending or recovering from an injury.

If you are looking for a short-term hire or a long-term hire we can provide a mobility scooter to meet your needs. You can hire a mobility scooter weekly, monthly or longer. We offer an extensive range of mobility scooters including: car boot mobility scooter hire, 4mph mobility scooter hire, 8mph mobility scooter hire, and folding mobility scooter hire.

You do not need to be registered disabled to hire a mobility scooter. You do not need a driving licence or to be a registered blue badge holder. You can use a mobility scooter if you have trouble walking because of an injury, a physical disability or a medical condition. Please see our affordable mobility scooter hire Huddersfield prices.

If you are unsure as to which mobility scooter model would best suit your needs you can call us FREE on 0800 170 1276 for expert advice. Our team of friendly, helpful staff are on hand to answer any questions you might have and to provide assistance. You can also see our mobility scooter information page and our mobility scooter hire FAQ`s page.

Coco Mobility Hire supply private customers, care and residential homes, health professionals, occupational therapists, medical specialists, case managers, insurance companies, schools, colleges, councils, event companies, NHS and private medial hospitals, airports and airlines and many more….

Fast mobility scooter delivery to Huddersfield!

Coco Mobility offer fast delivery complete with a free onsite scooter demonstration. Your mobility scooters battery will be fully charged and ready to use straight away! Our uniformed technicians deliver directly to your location in or around Huddersfield, West Yorkshire.

We deliver our mobility scooters to all areas of Huddersfield including: Almondbury, Batley, Birdsedge, Brighouse, Brockholes, Cawthorne, Emley, Farnley Tyas, Golcar & Scapegoat Hill, Gomersal, Hartshead, Hartshead Moor, Helme, Hepworth, High Flatts, Hightown, Holmbridge, Ingbirchworth, Lindley, Linthwaite, Marsden, Meltham, Netherthong and Upper and Lower Denby.

Alternatively Collect From Our Mobility Equipment Hire Shop!

You can collect a mobility scooter hire model directly from our mobility equipment hire shop in Sheffield. All our car boot mobility models and folding models can be quickly dismantled or folded to be transported in the boot of a vehicle.

PLEASE NOTE: Our large 4mph Envoy 4 model and all our 8 MPH mobility scooters are fixed (they do not dismantle), large and heavy and cannot be transported in the majority of vehicles. Ensure that the vehicle you plan to use for transportation has sufficient space and capacity to accommodate the large 4mph or 8 mph mobility scooter, such as a van or specially adapted vehicle.

For all mobility scooter collections we will require two forms of identification (one photo ID - driving licence or passport) and one showing your name and address (utility bill, bank statement, council tax bill etc) In addition we will require a £150.00 cash deposit which will be reimbursed once the mobility scooter has been returned.

Mobility Scooter Try Before You Buy!

Hiring a mobility scooter is also a great option if you are considering purchasing a new scooter.

You can use our try before you buy scheme to hire a scooter before committing to buying.

You are more than welcome to visit our mobility showroom and try out a range of different scooters before you either hire or purchase.

Coco Mobility offer a large range of brand-new mobility scooters for personal use. We hire the majority of the different types of scooter models we sell and can give great advice on which one would best suit your needs.

We offer an extensive range of new scooters at competitive prices including: car boot, 4mph pavement, 8mph road legal, and folding mobility scooters.