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I have recently realized how important mobility scooters are for people with physical problems. A friend of mine bought one recently and it has really increased her mobility.
Of course just like any other road going vehicle you need to use your mobility scooter responsible so I did some research and came across some interesting information,


There are three types of mobility vehicles.

Class 1 - class 1 which is only for manual wheelchairs - not powered

Class 2 - electric wheelchairs and scooters for use on pavements. Class 2 wheelchairs and mobility scooters  with a maximum speed of 4 miles ( 6.4 km) per hour and a maximum  weight without the user of 113.4 kilograms . Class 2 mobility scooters and wheelchairs  must by law have an effective braking system, lights for driving in the dark and reflectors .

Class 3 - powered wheelchairs and scooters, for use on roads/highways with a maximum speed of 8 miles (or 12.8 kilometers) per hour. Class 3 vehicles must have the ability to slow down to 4 miles per hour when traveling on pavements.

The following also applies to  Class 3 mobility scooters and wheelchairs

    * a maximum  weight without user  of 150 kilograms (330 pounds)   

    * a device to limit its speed to 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) per hour

    * an effective braking system

    * front and rear lights and reflectors

    *  indicators which are able to operate as a hazard warning signal

    * a hooter - a horn to warn other road users

    * a rear view mirror

   
                             
It is legal to use class 2 or class 3 mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs on footpaths, pavements,  and in shopping centres at a maximum speed of 4 mph.

Class 3 vehicles can be used on most roads at a maximum speed of 8 mph. They should not be used on cycle paths nor in pedestrian areas.

Class 3 vehicles cannot be driven or used on motor ways nor are they recommended for use on dual carriage way with a speed limit of 60 kilometers per hour.

If you do use a Class 3 disabled vehicle on a dual carriage way it must be fitted with a flashing amber light which must be fixed to the scooter.

A user of a class 3 vehicle must be at least 14 years old.

To use your scooter or wheelchair safely you must not be under the influence of alcohol drugs, or medication which may affect your driving ability.