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Northern City Accessible Cars (demonstration record)

Invented example of a licensed private hire fleet with wheelchair accessible vehicles, used to show how a taxi record is structured.

Status: Unverified demonstration record. Last reviewed 1 July 2026.

This is a demonstration record showing how an accessible transport entry is structured. It does not describe a real operator, and the contact details shown must not be used.

Where it operates

Type of transport
Wheelchair accessible taxis and private hire
Nation
England
Area served
Greater Manchester
Licensing or funding authority
Manchester City Council
Postcode areas
M, SK, OL
Operating hours
24 hours, every day
Advance booking
Same-day bookings usually possible; wheelchair accessible vehicles are best booked 24 hours ahead.

Accessibility, as stated

"Not stated" means the operator has not published this information. Please ask them directly, and always confirm measurements against your own wheelchair or scooter.

Wheelchair accessible vehicle available
Yes, stated by the operator — 12 wheelchair accessible vehicles in a fleet of 90
Ramp
Yes, stated by the operator
Powered lift
No, stated by the operator
Passenger can stay in their wheelchair
Yes, stated by the operator
Suitable for powered wheelchairs
Yes, stated by the operator
Bariatric capability
Not stated — ask when you book
Carries mobility scooters
Not stated — ask when you book
Assistance dogs carried
Yes, stated by the operator
Companion or carer can travel
Yes, stated by the operator
  • Ramp is rear-loading with a maximum ramp load stated by the operator.
  • Drivers are trained in wheelchair restraint use.

Booking and payment

Booking methods

  • Phone
  • App
  • Online booking form

Payment methods

  • Card in vehicle
  • Cash
  • Account
  • Contactless

Contact details

Before you book, it is worth working through our questions to ask before booking. Spotted something wrong or out of date? Tell us and we will check it.

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