What is the law on Quads on the road UK?

Answer 1

In the UK, a Quad bike can be used on the road as long as it:

• has met the standards outlined by the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986 and is approved by DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) to be used on the road, and
• is registered with the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licencing Agency), and
• has a current MOT (if the bike is more than 3 years old), and
• has the appropriate VED (Tax) (If relevant).

In addition to the above, the rider must have:

• a full car driving licence (or a B1 category licence if issued before Jan 1997), and
• (at least) third party insurance.

Because Quad bikes are typically designed for off road use, most will not meet the safety standards to allow them to be used on the road.

It is worth noting that a 'Quad Bike' is a classification given by the government to define a certain group of vehicles. A 'Light Quadricycle', which is similar in appearance, is a different classification of vehicle and different rules will apply.