E-Scooters - Know the Law

Hello all, 

We are trying to reiterate our point that E-Scooters are illegal. 

E-scooters are classified as Personal Light Electric Vehicles (PLEVs), so they are treated as motor vehicles and subject to the same legal requirements , such as: MOT, Licensing, Tax and Insurance.

E-Scooters can be seized under Section 165A of the Road Traffic Act 1988 which allows the Police to seize any motor vehicle being used on a road which does not have the required documentation, which includes a driving licence for that class of vehicle. Once seized by the Police it can be disposed of in accordance with force policy. 

We understand that buying an e-scooter can be tempting, especially as you can get them from many popular retailers. However the current law is clear - you can buy one but you can’t ride it on a UK public road, cycle path or pavement. The only place an e-scooter can be used is on private land.

If you know anyone with an E-Scooter or are planning on buying one please be aware of the legal restrictions for them. 

Thank you, 

PCSO Nicklin