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Choosing a car or plan for private hire driving can feel overwhelming. We make it simple with honest advice, clear options, and a team of experts on hand - supporting you mile after mile. For quick answers, see our FAQs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Β£99 car reservation fee and what does it cover?

The Β£99 reservation fee secures your chosen car exclusively for 48 hours, so no one else can reserve it while you complete your order.

By reserving online, you lock in the car’s plan, mileage, condition, and price, giving you time to finish the process without any changes or pressure. The rest of your order can then be completed quickly and smoothly.

This reservation option is available online only.

How many miles are included in the Part-time PCO Car Hire plan?

The plan includes 400 miles per week. This is a fixed weekly mileage cap.

If you exceed 400 miles in any week, excess mileage will be charged at the applicable per-mile rate.

If you consistently exceed the mileage cap, our team may recommend switching you to one of our plans with a mileage allowance of 1,000 miles per week, which may work out more cost-effective.

Am I eligible for Part-time PCO Car Hire?

To be eligible for the Part-time PCO Car Hire plan, you need to meet the following criteria:

  • Age: Minimum age of 25 years old (maximum 65 years old).
  • Experience: No prior experience required; new drivers accepted.
  • Driving licence: Must have a UK driving licence for a minimum of 1 year, with a maximum of 6 penalty points.
  • Insurance: Maximum 2 fault accidents in the last 3 years (no claimed history may be required).
  • Convictions: No major driving offences (this is reviewed as part of your application).
  • Private Hire Vehicle (PHV) licence: Must already hold a valid TfL PHV licence and be registered with at least one licensed operator in London.

Please note, our team will also ask you about your average weekly mileage and hours on the road to make sure this is the right plan for you.
 

What if I have points on my licence?

Normally we can accept up to 6 points on your licence, however, certain convictions such as IN10’s cannot be accepted onto our scheme.

We recommend that private hire drivers call us before visiting if they have any major convictions.

Premium PCO cars – Tesla Model Y, 3, VW ID.BUZZ , Hyundai Ioniq and Kia EV6 – require maximum 3 points.

Can my friend, family or partner drive my private hire car?

Only you are allowed to drive the private hire car under the contract. Under no circumstances can anybody else drive your PCO car.

How long does it last for?

The initial PCO Car Hire plan contract is a fixed 8 week contract.

What is the minimum rental contract?

4 weeks. After that, you can return the car at any point with one week’s notice.

Excess Mileage Charges

Mileage Cap 48,000 miles/year = 1000 miles/week + up to 8 weeks Holiday.

Excess mileage costs Β£0.20p per mile that you’ve gone above the cap each week.

Is the Β£99 reservation fee part of my down payment for Rent to Buy?

Yes. The Β£99 reservation fee is not an extra cost - it is deducted from your overall down payment.

For example, if your standard down payment is Β£250 and you’ve already paid the Β£99 reservation fee online, you’ll only need to pay the remaining Β£151 when you sign your contract.

Can I switch to the Part-time PCO Car Hire plan?

If your hours have reduced and you are consistently under 400 miles per week, you may be eligible to move to our Part-time PCO Car Hire plan (subject to qualification and approval).

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