Joint taxi safety operation in Derby sees five licensed vehicles suspended
- Perry Richardson
- Sep 30
- 1 min read
A taxi licensing operation carried out in Derby has led to five vehicles being suspended after safety defects were discovered.
The joint checks were conducted by Derbyshire Roads Policing Unit (RPU) motorcycle officers alongside Derby City Council’s licensing team. Officers reported that the majority of taxis inspected were found to be in good condition and compliant with regulations.
However, five taxi plates were immediately suspended due to defects. The most serious issue identified was a tyre showing just 0.5mm of tread depth, well below the legal minimum requirement. Immediate PG9 prohibitions were issued where necessary.
The operation was part of routine compliance checks aimed at ensuring the safety of passengers and maintaining standards across the licensed fleet in Derby.
A Derbyshire RPU Bikers spokesperson said: “Taxi licensing operation alongside Derby City Council.
“Majority of taxis found in good order. Sadly 5 taxi plates immediately suspended for defects found during checks.
“Worst being a tyre measuring 0.5mm tread depth. Immediate pg9 prohibitions issued where appropriate.”
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