Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport

Extend CBT validity and maximum engine size to 250cc

Closed 2,904 signatures

What the petition asks

The Government should allow riders who have completed Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) 5 years to pass their full moped or motorcycle test, instead of the current maximum of 2 years. CBT should also allow you to drive a moped or motorcycle with an engine size up to 250cc.
Small engine 125cc motorcycles don't always have the power to overtake, putting the motorcyclist in a dangerous position due to no fault of their own. These changes could improve road safety for new motorcycle riders.

Timeline

5 Feb 2021 Petition opened for signatures
5 Aug 2021 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 2,904
Status Closed
Department Department for Transport
Opened 5 Feb 2021
Closed 5 Aug 2021

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.