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Taxi Medical in Mountain Ash / Abercynon
TY Antur Enterprise House, Navigation Park, Abercynon, Mountain Ash CF45 4SN
£95· 10 minutesSame-day certificate★5.0· 41 reviews in Mountain Ash / AbercynonGMC-registered doctors
Our Mountain Ash clinic operates from TY Antur Enterprise House at Navigation Park in Abercynon, a modern business park at the confluence of the Cynon and Taff valleys. The clinic is positioned at the junction of the A4059 and A472, making it central to the Valleys communities that depend on professional driving — Mountain Ash, Aberdare, Pontypridd, Merthyr Tydfil, Hirwaun, and Treorchy are all within 25 minutes. Abercynon rail station on the Valleys line from Cardiff Central is an 8-minute walk from Navigation Park, and parking is available on-site. The Mountain Ash clinic runs Saturday mornings and serves a community where many drivers find the trip to Cardiff or Swansea inconvenient. Our GMC-registered doctor brings the same thorough, GMC-registered examination process to the Valleys that has earned SWDM 5.0 stars across all its locations. Drivers from Rhondda Cynon Taf and Merthyr Tydfil councils can use this clinic for taxi and private-hire licensing medicals, and HGV and LGV medicals start from £55.
Why Choose SWDM in Mountain Ash / Abercynon?
Our Medical Team
GMC-registered, DVLA-approved examiner
Our GMC-registered doctors are experienced DVLA-approved examiners at South Wales Driver Medicals. They have performed thousands of DVLA D4 medicals for HGV, PCV, LGV, and taxi drivers, and are known by patients for being thorough, unhurried, and putting people at ease.
"Very nice doctor. Friendly, chatty and efficient. Will recommend to other drivers at work."
Erika H. · Mountain-ash
"Driver medical completed. The Dr was excellent, informative and professional. Very highly recommended. Good service a..."
Andy M. · Mountain-ash
How to Find Us in Mountain Ash / Abercynon
Parking
Parking is available on-site at Navigation Park.
Public Transport
Abercynon rail station (Valleys line from Cardiff Central) is an 8-minute walk from the clinic at Navigation Park. Stagecoach X5 and route 100 serve Abercynon with stops on the A4059, a short walk from the business park.
Nearby Landmarks
- Abercynon Roundabout (A4059/A472 junction) — 2 minutes by car
- Navigation Park business park entrance — on-site
- Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 15 minutes by car
Serving Drivers From Across Mountain Ash / Abercynon
Our Mountain Ash clinic at Navigation Park serves drivers from across the Valleys including Mountain Ash, Aberdare, Pontypridd, Merthyr Tydfil, Hirwaun, and Treorchy. The A4059 and A472 junction at Abercynon makes the clinic central to the Cynon, Rhondda, and Taff valleys.
Mountain AshAberdarePontypriddMerthyr TydfilHirwaunTreorchy
About Your Taxi Medical
Taxi and private hire drivers must meet Group 2 medical standards — significantly more stringent than ordinary car driving requirements. These enhanced standards reflect the responsibility of transporting fare-paying passengers and the extended hours typical of professional taxi work. Our taxi medical examinations are carried out by GMC-registered doctors from £95.
Group 2 Medical Standards
Group 2 standards recognise that taxi drivers spend considerably more time on the road than average motorists, often working 10–12 hour shifts in demanding urban environments. The assessment covers your physical fitness, sensory function, and overall health to ensure you can safely carry passengers throughout your working day.
What to Bring
- Your council medical form (varies by council — check with your licensing authority)
- Your current driving licence (photocard)
- Glasses or contact lenses if you wear them
- A list of any medications you currently take
- Confirmation of any medical conditions and their treatment
Taxi & Private Hire Licensing in Mountain Ash / Abercynon
Rhondda Cynon Taf CBC accepts our medical for taxi and private-hire licensing. Merthyr Tydfil drivers can also use the Mountain Ash clinic.
Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough CouncilMerthyr Tydfil
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Mountain Ash clinic?
We are at TY Antur Enterprise House, Navigation Park, Abercynon, Mountain Ash CF45 4SN. Navigation Park is a business park just off the A4059, near the Abercynon roundabout.
How do I get to the Mountain Ash clinic by train?
Abercynon rail station on the Valleys line from Cardiff Central is an 8-minute walk from the clinic at Navigation Park. Trains run regularly throughout the day.
Which councils accept the SWDM Mountain Ash clinic taxi medical?
Rhondda Cynon Taf CBC and Merthyr Tydfil both accept the SWDM medical for taxi and private-hire licensing.
What's the difference between a taxi medical and a regular driving medical?
Taxi medicals follow Group 2 standards, which are more stringent than regular car driving medicals. They include enhanced vision tests, stricter cardiovascular requirements, and more detailed neurological assessments due to the responsibility of carrying fare-paying passengers.
How often do taxi drivers need medical examinations?
Generally every 3 years for drivers under 45, every 5 years for ages 45-64, and annually for drivers over 65. Some councils may have different requirements, so check with your local licensing authority.
Can I use this medical for both hackney carriage and private hire licences?
Yes, the same Group 2 medical certificate is typically accepted for both hackney carriage (black cab) and private hire vehicle licensing, though individual councils may have specific requirements.
What happens if I have diabetes?
Diabetic drivers can hold taxi licences if their condition is well-controlled. You'll need additional documentation from your GP or diabetes specialist, and may require more frequent medical reviews.
Do I need different medicals for different council areas?
The medical certificate is generally transferable between councils, but each licensing authority may have specific requirements or forms. Check with your target council before booking.
What if I wear glasses or contact lenses?
This is usually acceptable provided your vision meets the required standards with correction. Bring your glasses or contact lenses to the examination, and ensure you have a spare pair available while driving.
Other Services at Our Mountain Ash / Abercynon Clinic
All available at TY Antur Enterprise House, Navigation Park, Abercynon, Mountain Ash CF45 4SN.
Driver Medical (HGV / LGV / PCV / D4)
10 minutes
D4 Medical
10 minutes
LGV Medical
10 minutes
PCV Medical
10 minutes
Airside Medical
10 minutes
General Medical
10 minutes
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