Here’s what you need to know before you spend your money:
🛴 Privately owned e-scooters are illegal on UK roads, pavements, and cycle lanes. 📜 They’re classed as motor vehicles under the Road Traffic Act 1988, which means they need a licence and insurance. Because insurance isn’t available, riding them on public land is against the law and could result in prosecution.
✅ The only legal use:
On private land with the landowner's permission.
✅ Rental schemes:
Government-backed trials in certain areas are the only way to ride e-scooters legally on public roads.
⚠️ What happens if you ignore the rules? 🚔 Your e-scooter could be seized and destroyed 💸 Fines up to £300 and penalty points—or even a driving ban
🔥 Safety warning:
Cheap e-scooters and e-bikes with poor-quality batteries have caused house fires. 🏠🔥 Always buy from reputable retailers and check for CE or UKCA marks.
👮 Police forces across the UK are stepping up enforcement this festive season to tackle illegal use and related crime. Don’t let your gift turn into a costly mistake!
