Uk towing laws

thexav

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What are the laws in the Uk about towing things with a car?

Are there licence restrictions?
Do lower speed limits apply?
Does the trailer need to be braked and have lights?
Do you have to display a number plate on the trailer?
 
Can only reply with Aussie rules
1 Yes
2 No
3 Brakes, yes if over 750kg GTM .Lights yes brake,tail & indicators.
4 yes
Laws vary in different states re L & P plate drivers re towing and being towed
 
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To tow I’m sure you need ‘BE’ on your licence. It’ll be on the back of your licence with a date next to it.

As for speed you are restricted to 50mph on single carriage road and 60mph on dual carriageway.

I believe the size of the trailer makes a difference with the brakes and they do have to have lights and your number plate displayed!

I hope this has helped!
 
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