S.L. 65.18 Art. 82Motoring schools and approved driving instructors licensedpriorto1 August 2002.

(1) Motoring schools in operation prior to the 1 August 2002 shall be required to undergo the formalities indicated in regulation 63 for record purposes only as they shall be considered st to be authorised operators in terms of regulation 58 with effect from 1st August 2002.

(2) Approved driving instructors who have obtained their instructor’s licence prior to 1st August 2002 will not be required to undergo the examination referred to in regulations 73 and 74, but they will be required to attend the course of instruction mentioned in regulation 73. FIRST SCHEDULE

(Regulations 3, 4, 9, 70)

Categories of Vehicle for licensing purposes

Category Class of Vehicle AM Mopeds Light quadricycles Electric Kickscooter A1 (a) Motorcycles with a cylinder capacity not exceeding centimetres, of a power not exceeding 11 kW and with a power/weight exceeding 0.1 kW/kg.

(b) Motor tricycles with a power not exceeding 15 kW. A2 Motorcycles of a power not exceeding 35 kW and with a power/weight not exceeding 0.2 kW/kg and not derived from a vehicle of more power. A (a) Motorcycles.

(b) Motor tricycles with a power exceeding 15 kW. B1 Quadricycles B Motor vehicles with a maximum authorised mass not exceeding thousand and five-hundred (3,500) kg and designed and constructed carriage of no more than eight (8) passengers in addition to the vehicles in this category may be combined with a trailer having authorised mass which does not exceed seven-hundred and fifty (750) Without prejudice to the provisions of type-approval rules concerned, motor vehicles in this category may be combined with maximum authorised mass exceeding seven-hundred and fifty (750) that the maximum authorised mass of a vehicle combined with a exceed four-thousand, two-hundred and fifty (4,250) kg. Where combined with a trailer exceeds three-thousand and five-hundred shall be driven only after a driver has passed a test of skills and accordance with Annex V of the Directive. Alternatively fuelled vehicles, as referred to in Article 2 Directive 96/53/EC with a maximum authorized mass above three-thousand five-hundred (3,500) kg but not exceeding four-thousand, two-hundred (4,250) kg for the transport of goods operating without a trailer category B driving licence which was issued at least two (2) provided that the mass in excess of three-thousand and five-hundred due exclusively to the excess of mass of the propulsion system in propulsion system of a vehicle of the same dimensions, which is conventional internal combustion engine with positive ignition ignition, and provided that the cargo capacity is not increased in same vehicle. Motor tricycles with a power exceeding fifteen (15) kW provided holder of the licence is at least twenty-one (21) years old. Motorcycles or tricycles listed under Code 111 in the Seventh provided the holder had undergone a training course of ten (10) by a licensed motoring school as prescribed by the Authority and with a certificate at the end of the said course. The holder shall not while driving the motorcycle or tricycle. Without prejudice to the provisions of type-approval rules for the vehicles concerned, combination of vehicles consisting of a tractor vehicle in category B a trailer or semi-trailer where the maximum authorised mass of the trailer or semi-trailer does not exceed 3,500 kg. Motor vehicles other than those in categories D1 or D, the maximum authorised mass of which exceeds 3,500 kg, but does not exceed 7,500 kg, and which are designed and constructed for the carriage of no more than eight passengers in addition to the driver; motor vehicles in this category may be combined with a trailer having a maximum authorised mass not exceeding 750

(a) Without prejudice to the provisions of type-approval rules for the vehicles concerned, combinations of vehicles where the tractor vehicle is in category C1 and its trailer or semi-trailer has a maximum authorised mass of over kg provided that the authorised mass of the combination does not exceed 12,000 kg.

(b) Without prejudice to the provisions of type-approval rules for the vehicles concerned, combinations of vehicles where the tractor vehicle is in category B and its trailer or semi-trailer has an authorised mass of over 3,500 kg, provided that the authorised mass of the combination does not exceed 12,000 kg. Motor vehicles other than those in categories D1 or D, whose maximum authorised mass is over 3,500 kg and which are designed and constructed for the carriage of no more than eight passengers in addition to the driver. Motor vehicles in this category may be combined with a trailer having a maximum authorised mass which does not exceed 750 kg. Without prejudice to the provisions of type-approval rules for the vehicles concerned, combinations of vehicles where the tractor vehicle is in category C its trailer or semi-trailer has a maximum authorised mass of over 750 kg. Motor vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of no more than 16 passengers in addition to the driver and with a maximum length not exceeding 8 metres. Motor vehicles in this category may be combined with a trailer having a maximum authorised mass not exceeding 750 kg. Without prejudice to the provisions of type-approval rules for the vehicles concerned, combinations of vehicles where the tractor vehicle is in category D1 its trailer has a maximum authorised mass of over 750 kg. Motor vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of more than eight passengers in addition to the driver; motor vehicles which may be driven with a category D licence may be combined with a trailer having a maximum authorised which does not exceed 750 kg. Without prejudice to the provisions of type-approval rules for the vehicles concerned, combinations of vehicles where the tractor vehicle is in category D its trailer has a maximum authorised mass of over 750 kg. Agricultural tractors on roads in Malta only licences which before the 19th January, 2013, were in category -A+ shall be changed to category A, shall be changed to category A2, and shall be changed to category D1 19th January, 2013:

Provided that persons who before the 19th January, 2013, held a category f may continue to drive motor vehicles which can carry up to eighteen until their category F licence expires: Provided also that such holders of a category f driving licence shall be exempt payment of fees in respect of the theory and practical tests if they apply to add or DE to their driving licence. SECOND SCHEDULE

(Regulations 4, 39)

Minimum ages for holding or obtaining a driving licence

(a) Subject to paragraph (b), the minimum ages for obtaining driving licence shall be the following:

Column 1 Column 2 Category Age in years AM 16 – Electric Kickscooters

18 – Mopeds

18 – Light quadricycles A1 18 A2 20 A (in respect of motorcycles) 22 (where applicant has experience on A2)

24 (where applicant does years’ experience on A2) A (in respect of motor tricycles 21 with a power exceeding 15kW) B1, B, BE 18 C1, C1E 18 C, CE 21 D1, D1E 21 D, DE 24 g 18

(b) Where a person holds a certificate of professional competence the provisions of Part IV of these regulations, the minimum age for holding the relative driving licence shall be as follows:

Column 1 Column 2 Category Age in years C1, C1E 18 C, CE 19 D1, D1E 21 D, DE 21 THIRD SCHEDULE

(Regulation 26)

Minimum technical requirements for vehicles used in the tests of skills and behaviour

Minimum technical requirements Category A1 motorcycle without sidecar, with a power rating not exceeding 11 kW and with a power to weight ratio not exceeding 0.1 kW/ kg, and capable of a speed of at least 90 km/h. If the motorcycle is powered by an internal combustion engine, the 3 cylinder capacity of the engine shall be at least 115 cm . If the motorcycle is powered by an electric motor, the power to weight ratio of the vehicle shall be at least 0.08 kW/kg. Motorcycle without sidecar, with a power rating of at least 20 kW but not exceeding 35 kW and with a power to weight ratio not exceeding 0.2 kW/ kg. If the motorcycle is powered by an internal combustion engine, the cubic 3 capacity of the engine shall be at least 250 cm If the motorcycle is powered by an electric motor, the power to weight ratio of the vehicle shall be at least 0.15 kW/kg. Until the 31st December, 2018, motorcycle without sidecar, whose unladen mass is below 180 kg, and with a power rating of at least 40 kW and below 50 kW. As from the 1st January, 2019 motorcycle without sidecar, whose unladen mass is more than 175 kg, with a power rating of at least 50 kW. If the motorcycle is powered by an internal combustion engine, the cubic 3 capacity of the engine shall be at least 595 cm . If the motorcycle is powered by an electric motor, the power to weight ratio of the vehicle shall be at least 0.25 kW/kg. A four-wheeled category B vehicle capable of a speed of at least 100 km/ h. A combination, made up of a category B test vehicle and a trailer with a maximum authorised mass of at least 1,000 kg, capable of a speed of at least 100 km/h, which does not fall within category B; the cargo compartment of the trailer shall consist of a closed box body which is at least as wide and as high as the motor vehicle; the closed box body may also be slightly less wide than the motor vehicle provided that the view to the rear is only possible by use of the external rear-view mirrors of the motor vehicle; the trailer shall be presented with a minimum of 800 kg real total mass. A motor-powered quadricycle capable of a speed of at least 60 km/h. C A category C vehicle with a maximum authorised mass of kg, a length of at least 8m, a width of at least 2.4 m and capable of at least 80 km/h; fitted with anti-lock brakes, equipped transmission system providing for a manual selection of driver and recording equipment as defined by Regulation (EEC) 85; the cargo compartment shall consist of a closed box body least as wide and as high as the cab; the vehicle shall be presented minimum of 10,000 kg real total mass. CE Either an articulated vehicle or a combination of a category and a trailer of at least 7.5 m in length; both the articulated combination shall have a maximum authorised mass of at least a length of at least 14 m and a width of at least 2.4 m, shall speed of at least 80 km/h, fitted with anti-lock brakes, equipped transmission system providing for a manual selection of driver and with recording equipment as defined by Regulation 3821/85; the cargo compartment shall consist of a closed box is at least as wide and as high as the cab; both the articulated the combination shall be presented with a minimum of 15,000 mass. C1 A category C1 vehicle with a maximum authorised mass of kg, with a length of at least 5m and capable of a speed of at fitted with anti-lock brakes and equipped with recording defined by Regulation (EEC) No 3821/85; the cargo compartment consist of a closed box body which is at least as wide and cab. C1E A combination made up of a category C1 test vehicle and maximum authorised mass of at least 1,250 kg; this combination at least 8m in length and capable of a speed of at least 80 compartment of the trailer shall consist of a closed box body least as wide and as high as the cab; the closed box body slightly less wide than the cab provided that the view to possible by use of the external rear-view mirrors of the motor trailer shall be presented with a minimum of 800 kg real total D A category D vehicle with a length of at least 10m, a width 2.40m and capable of a speed of at least 80 km/h; fitted brakes and equipped with recording equipment as defined

(EEC) No 3821/85. DE A combination made up of a category D test vehicle and maximum authorised mass of at least 1,250 kg, a width of and capable of a speed of at least 80 km/h; the cargo compartment trailer shall consist of a closed box body which is at least 2m high; the trailer shall be presented with a minimum of 800 mass. D1 A category D1 vehicle with a maximum authorised mass of kg, with a length of at least 5m and capable of a speed of at fitted with anti-lock brakes and equipped with recording defined by Regulation (EEC) No 3821/85. D1E A combination made up of a category D1 test vehicle and maximum authorised mass of at least 1,250 kg and capable least 80 km/h; the cargo compartment of the trailer shall closed box body which is at least 2m wide and 2m high; the presented with a minimum of 800 kg real total mass. g Agricultural tractor as defined in regulation 2, and roadworthy condition, that is having clean lights, windows FOURTH SCHEDULE

(Regulation 17)

Section A The Theory Test Driving Examiner shall make sure that the applicant has the required the subjects listed. applicant for a licence in one category who already holds a licence in a category will be exempted from the common provisions of this Schedule. Content of the test concerning all vehicle categories

Questions will be asked on each of the points listed below:

Road traffic regulations in particular as regards road signs, marking and signals, rights of way and speed limits. The driver

(i) importance of alertness and of attitude to other road users;

(ii) perception, judgement and decision-taking, especially reaction time, as well as changes in driving behaviour due to the influence of alcohol, drugs and medicinal products, state of mind and fatigue.

The road

(i) the most important principles concerning the observance of a safe distance between vehicles, braking distances and road holding under various weather and road conditions;

(ii) driving risk factors related to various road conditions, in particular as they change with the weather and the time of day or night;

(iii) characteristics of various types of road and the related statutory requirements;

(iv) safe driving in road tunnels.

Other road users

(i) specific risk factors related to the lack of experience of other road users and the most vulnerable categories of users such as children, pedestrians, cyclists and people whose mobility is reduced;

(ii) risks involved in the movement and driving of various types of vehicles and of the different fields of view of their drivers.

General rules and regulations and other matters

(i) rules concerning the administrative documents required for the use of vehicles;

(ii) general rules specifying how the driver must behave in the event of an accident (setting warning device and raising the alarm) and the measures which he can take to assist road accident victims where necessary;

(iii) safety factors relating to the vehicle, the load and persons

(f) Precautions necessary when alighting from the vehicle

(g) Mechanical aspects with a bearing on road safety; applicants able to detect the most common faults, in particular in suspension and braking systems, tyres, lights and direction reflectors, rear-view mirrors, windscreen and wipers, system, seat-belts and the audible warning device

(h) Vehicle safety equipment and, in particular, the use of seat-belts, restraints and child safety equipment

(i) Rules regarding vehicle use in relation to the environment use of audible warning devices, moderate fuel consumption, of pollutant emissions, etc.).

SECTION B

Specific provisions concerning categories A, A2 and A1