It gives you the B+E entitlement, enabling you to tow a trailer up to a combined maximum weight of 8.25 tonnes. Category B allows a maximum of 3.5 tonnes, which is insufficient for most horse trailers.

The test costs from £115.

The cost of training varies around the country and according to how many hours you need — most packages involve two to three days of training with the test on the final day.

The trailer needs to be a certain weight for the test (the trailer must carry at least 600kg and the combined weight of the trailer and load must be at least 800kg), so it’s advisable to use your instructor’s car and trailer.

That varies with ability and experience. With SmartLearner we strive to make sure we get pupils up to pass standard as safely and quickly as possible. We ensure that we teach you everything you need to know from how to uncouple and recouple your trailer to the dreaded reversing manoeuvre. We also provide a trailer and car for your test.

You’ll be asked vehicle safety questions, to carry out a safety check on the trailer, and to pass the registration plate reading eyesight test.

You’ll then be asked to reverse the car and trailer into a loading bay marked out with cones.

You’ll be asked to uncouple and recouple your trailer and car.

Out on the road, you’ll drive on a variety of roads, including a 10-minute independent drive, and be asked to pull in and away again safely.

You’re allowed up to 15 minor  and no major faults.

The advised number of hours according to the DVLA are 12-15 Hours. If you’re already experienced in towing a trailer we advise the 5-hour package as a refresher.

The blocks are non-refundable.

We currently teach all across the West Midlands. To find out if we cover your area by calling us on today on 0800 118 2001.

The vehicle that you use our car the model may vary depending on location. It is possible to use your own vehicle, and this can be negotiated with the instructor.