Category: Others > Doctors

Doctors can use green flashing lights (and sometimes blue) on their vehicles to attend emergencies.

YT71 HLD NHS Harrogate and District Kia Sportage

YT71 HLD NHS Harrogate and District Kia SportageYT71 HLD NHS Harrogate and District Kia Sportage
YT71 HLD
DETAILS
OrganisationNHS Harrogate and District
Make and ModelKia Sportage
UseGP out-of-hours service
First RegisteredSeptember 2021 to February 2022 in Sheffield
Notes

GP out of Hours Service car. Note the signage is magnetic so it can be easily removed. Sometimes doctor's cars are the target for thefts of medicines.

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Photograph DateFebruary 2024

MD68 OEL Medvivo Skoda Octavia

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MD68 OEL
DETAILS
OrganisationMedvivo
Make and ModelSkoda Octavia
UseDoctors out-of-hours car
BaseKeynsham Urgent Care Centre
First RegisteredSeptember 2018 to February 2019 in Manchester
Notes

This Skoda estate is a doctors out-of-hours car operated by Medvivo at their Keynsham Urgent Care Centre covering the Bath & Northeast Somerset area

WN69 PKZ BrisDoc Honda CRV

WN69 PKZ BrisDoc Honda CRVWN69 PKZ BrisDoc Honda CRV
WN69 PKZ
DETAILS
OrganisationBrisDoc
Make and ModelHonda CRV
First RegisteredSeptember 2019 to February 2020 in Bristol
Notes

This car is one of four replacements for the Out of Hours Doctors cars for BrisDoc in Bristol. Four more cars are due to come into service in early 2020. Due to the change in contract in providing Out Of hours provision, SevernSide integrated Urgent Care Service was formed and gone into partnership with the 111 service. This model of care is the new standard of Urgent Care within the NHS 999/111 service and will become operational across the UK in the coming year allowing Doctors, Nurses & Paramedics to attend home visits. The Cars still have green lights to allow a clinician to attend urgent medical care when required. Also there are alley lights on the bar light to aid the clinician and driver to find house numbers at night.

PJ04 CVN Land Rover Defender

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PJ04 CVN
DETAILS
Make and ModelLand Rover Defender
UseLifeboat
First RegisteredMarch to August 2004 in Preston
Notes

This vehicles has green flashing lights fitted for a doctor's vehicle as well as lifeboat crew stickers showing

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Photograph DateMarch 2018

LR08 BFZ BASICS Seat Altea

LR08 BFZ BASICS Seat AlteaLR08 BFZ BASICS Seat Altea
LR08 BFZ
DETAILS
OrganisationBASICS
Make and ModelSEAT Altea
First RegisteredMarch to August 2008 in Borehamwood (formerly Stanmore)
Notes

BASICS Seat Altea Also carrying the badge of the Sandpiper Trust

WU64 JVC, WN13 BVG BrisDoc Skoda, Kia

WU64 JVC, WN13 BVG BrisDoc Skoda, KiaWU64 JVC, WN13 BVG BrisDoc Skoda, Kia
WU64 JVCWN13 BVG
DETAILS
OrganisationBrisDoc
Make and ModelSkoda, Kia
BaseBristol
First RegisteredSeptember 2014 to February 2015 in Bristol; March to August 2013 in Bristol
Notes

BrisDoc Skoda and Kia used by BrisDoc out of hours doctors service based in Bristol

GF12 BYJ NHS Mercedes Benz A160

GF12 BYJ NHS Mercedes Benz A160GF12 BYJ NHS Mercedes Benz A160
GF12 BYJ
DETAILS
OrganisationNHS
Make and ModelMercedes Benz A160
First RegisteredMarch to August 2012 in Maidstone
Notes

Barts Health NHS Trust Mercedes Benz A160 Doctor / Ambulance car

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Photograph DateFebruary 2015

This silver Bentley Continental is being used as a doctor car at a motorsport event. It …

This silver Bentley Continental is being used as a doctor car at a motorsport event. It ...
DETAILS
OrganisationBentley
Make and ModelBentley Continental
Notes

This silver Bentley Continental is being used as a doctor car at a motorsport event. It carries a suction-mounted blue light bar on the roof. The car can quickly be converted back to normal and sold by Bentley who were supporting the event.

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Photograph DateJune 2013

YK10 AEL Honda CRV

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YK10 AEL
DETAILS
Make and ModelHonda CRV
First RegisteredMarch to August 2010 in Leeds
Notes

A Honda CRV that is used by out of hours doctors for routine and emergency work. It has green flashing lights fitted. A close up look at the wording on the side.

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Photograph DateJuly 2013

NJ13 OSO Subaru

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NJ13 OSO
DETAILS
Make and ModelSubaru WRX
BaseAberdeen Royal Infirmary
Powertrain2.5 litre
First RegisteredMarch to August 2013 in Newcastle
Notes

A Subaru WRX doctor car. It is the 2.5 litre turbocharged model that provides 300 bhp, 300 lb ft of torque and a 0-62 mph time of 5.2 seconds. Also shown is another view of the car showing the green and blue flashing lights. It is used in the NHS Grampian area. Here is a shot of the car out and about. It is based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.

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Photograph DateJune 2013

WU60 ZFG Out Of Hours GP Care Skoda Yeti

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WU60 ZFG
DETAILS
OrganisationOut Of Hours GP Care
Make and ModelSkoda Yeti
BaseRoyal United Hospital, Bath
First RegisteredSeptember 2010 to February 2011 in Bristol
Notes

A Skoda Yeti operated by Out Of Hours GP Care for B&NES. This vehicle is based at the Royal United Hospital, Bath. Also shown is the rear view of the Yeti.

X999 PML MARS (Mercia Accident Rescue Service) Land Rover Discovery 4

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X999 PML
DETAILS
OrganisationMARS (Mercia Accident Rescue Service)
Make and ModelLand Rover Discovery 4
Notes

A Land Rover Discovery 4 SDV6 GS in black that is used by MARS (Mercia Accident Rescue Service). It carries a personalised plate of 999 and the company's initials. Also shown is the side view of the Land Rover showing the MARS logo and supported by Prometheus Medical Ltd. Also shown is the rear view of the Land Rover that covers Hertfordshire and Worcestershire.

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Photograph DateAugust 2012

LR06 ZHY Nissan Micra

LR06 ZHY Nissan MicraLR06 ZHY Nissan Micra
LR06 ZHY
DETAILS
Make and ModelNissan Micra
First RegisteredMarch to August 2006 in Borehamwood (formerly Stanmore)
Notes

This mint green Nissan Micra is used by a private doctor service in London. Also shown is the rear view of the Micra showing the company advertising.

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Photograph DateJuly 2012

This red Massey-Ferguson 240 is used as an emergency doctor vehicle on the …

This red Massey-Ferguson 240 is used as an emergency doctor vehicle on the ...This red Massey-Ferguson 240 is used as an emergency doctor vehicle on the ...This red Massey-Ferguson 240 is used as an emergency doctor vehicle on the ...
DETAILS
Make and ModelMassey Ferguson 240
UsePatient transportation
Notes

This red Massey-Ferguson 240 is used as an emergency doctor vehicle on the small Channel Island of Sark. Notice the 'doctor' sign on the sun visor and the LED flashing lights on the windscreen. The rear plate reads 'doctor' as it is normal to have the owner's name shown in place of any official registration plate system on the island. The red box is the patient transportation system! It consists of one seat and a storage box. It is lifted off the ground when the tractor is in motion. The cab only has one seat so this bespoke box is essential to transport patients. Here is the vehicle in use on a misty day showing the red and blue flashing lights.

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Photograph DateMay 2012

RO11 YJG This Porsche Cayenne is the vehicle used to support the British …

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RO11 YJG
DETAILS
Make and ModelPorsche Cayenne
First RegisteredMarch to August 2011 in Reading
Notes

This Porsche Cayenne is the vehicle used to support the British Touring Car Championship for 2011. It is an updated model from the previous year and is supplied by Porsche for the events. It carries its true registration plates when on the public road. Prior to setting out for the day, the paramedic alters the flash patterns on the light bar by touching the centre with a magnetic aerial.

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Photograph DateJune 2011

YK10 AEO, YK10 AJO Honda

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YK10 AEOYK10 AJO
DETAILS
Make and ModelHonda CR-V
First RegisteredMarch to August 2010 in Leeds; March to August 2010 in Leeds
Notes

A pair of Honda CRVs used for emergency doctor work. They carry a simple yellow stripe down the side and green flashing lights on the roof and front grille. Also shown is a closer view of AJO. Also shown is a closer view of AEO. Also shown is the rear view, with the wording that is the only clue to the vehicles’ use.

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Photograph DateAugust 2010

BV09 FYN NHS Ford Mondeo

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BV09 FYN
DETAILS
OrganisationNHS
Make and ModelFord Mondeo
First RegisteredMarch to August 2009 in Birmingham
Notes

This is a Ford Mondeo estate that is used by Serco to provide out-of-hours emergency doctors to the NHS in Cornwall. Also shown is the rear view, with the high visibility markings.

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Photograph DateMay 2011

RK10 YHU Honda Accord

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RK10 YHU
DETAILS
Make and ModelHonda Accord
First RegisteredMarch to August 2010 in Reading
Notes

Doctors and other medics at Silverstone race circuit use this temporarily marked-up Honda Accord as a medical car. The magnetic signs and blue lights can easily be removed. Also shown is the rear view of the Accord.

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Photograph DateJuly 2010

This Mercedes Benz C63 AMG estate is used in Formula One races …

This Mercedes Benz C63 AMG estate is used in Formula One races ...
DETAILS
Make and ModelMercedes Benz C63
Powertrain6.3-litre
Notes

This Mercedes Benz C63 AMG estate is used in Formula One races around the world as the medical car. It is driven by Dr Jacques Tropenat and also carries FIA's chief medical delegate, Dr Gary Hartstein and medical equipment. The 6.3-litre V8 car has been described as the fastest ambulance on the planet and Mercedes have improved it over the road-going version. It is shown on a demonstration run with two photographers hanging out of it.

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Photograph DateJuly 2010

This golf kart has been adapted to be used by doctors supporting …

This golf kart has been adapted to be used by doctors supporting ...This golf kart has been adapted to be used by doctors supporting ...
Notes

This golf kart has been adapted to be used by doctors supporting the British Touring Car Championship races around the UK. It has a BTCC badge on the front and a green strobing beacon on the roof. It is only used to drive around the paddock, not on public roads, and therefore in unregistered, carrying “doctor” signs in place of registration plates. The rear view of this unusual electric four-seater left-hand drive kart.

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Photograph DateJune 2010

This Porsche Cayenne Turbo is used as an emergency …

This Porsche Cayenne Turbo is used as an emergency ...This Porsche Cayenne Turbo is used as an emergency ...
DETAILS
Make and ModelPorsche Cayenne
Notes

This Porsche Cayenne Turbo is used as an emergency medical support vehicle for the British Touring Cars Championship. It is seen following the cars on the first lap when the chance of accidents is greatest. It also caries out this role in all of the support races. A doctor, a surgeon and a paramedic are driven by an experienced racing driver. In previous years, this car was fitted with green flashing lights, but since 2009 has had blue lights fitted for use on-track.

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Photograph DateJune 2010

NL09 DTF Skoda Fabia

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NL09 DTF
DETAILS
Make and ModelSkoda Fabia
Body ColourSilver
First RegisteredMarch to August 2009 in Newcastle
Notes

This silver Skoda Fabia is used by the Northern Doctors Urgent Care service. It is used to provide out of hours GP coverage in the North East of England. The rear view, showing the full-width green light bar.

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Photograph DateMay 2010

FY58 WWR BASICS Nissan X-trail

FY58 WWR BASICS Nissan X-trail
FY58 WWR
DETAILS
OrganisationBASICS
Make and ModelNissan X-trail
First RegisteredSeptember 2008 to February 2009 in Lincoln
Notes

This is a minimally liveried Nissan X-trail that is used by BASICS doctors and nurses.

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Photograph DateNovember 2009

BJ07 MVS BASICS Subaru Forester

BJ07 MVS BASICS Subaru Forester
BJ07 MVS
DETAILS
OrganisationBASICS
Make and ModelSubaru Forester
First RegisteredMarch to August 2007 in Birmingham
Notes

This is a Subaru Forester that is used by Hampshire BASICS doctors. It is carrying "Trauma Team" wording on the bonnet and is fitted with a half-width light bar.

AY55 WCK Toyota

AY55 WCK Toyota
AY55 WCK
DETAILS
Make and ModelToyota RAV4
Body ColourSilver
First RegisteredSeptember 2005 to February 2006 in Ipswich
Notes

This is an emergency doctor's car supplied by Ipswich Toyota. It is a silver Toyota RAV4. Notice the small piece of green and yellow striping added to the front wings and the racy bonnet air scoop.

RJ58 KTL Honda Civic

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RJ58 KTL
DETAILS
Make and ModelHonda Civic
Body ColourRed
First RegisteredSeptember 2008 to February 2009 in Reading
Notes

This is a red Honda Civic that is used as a doctor car in support of the Tour of Britain cycle race. The sign on the windscreen says 'race doctor'. It is fitted with a magnetically mounted green rotating beacon on the roof and various race sponsors down the sides. The rear view of the Civic.

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Photograph DateSeptember 2009

WU55 NDX Renault Megane

WU55 NDX Renault Megane
WU55 NDX
DETAILS
Make and ModelRenault Megane
First RegisteredSeptember 2005 to February 2006 in Bristol
Notes

This photograph shows a Renault Megane estate decked out in doctors colours. The bonnet has had a large yellow graphic added to increase the cars conspicuity and a green light bar has been fitted to the roof rails.

YK57 CYX Honda CR-V

YK57 CYX Honda CR-V
YK57 CYX
DETAILS
Make and ModelHonda CR-V
First RegisteredSeptember 2007 to February 2008 in Leeds
Notes

This is a Honda CR-V that is used by Hull PCT out-of-hours doctor service.

EA08 TLZ Skoda Octavia vrs

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EA08 TLZ
DETAILS
Make and ModelSkoda Octavia vrs
First RegisteredMarch to August 2008 in Chelmsford
Notes

This Skoda Octavia vrs is a 2008 addition to London HEMS's fleet. It is the first vehicle to carry prominent advertising for sponsor Saints Transport. It is fitted with a blue/green roof light bar, dashboard flasher unit and leds behind the grille. The rear view of the Skoda. "Not in use" signs can be seen as the vehicle awaits being made operational.

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Photograph DateAugust 2008

FH55 OWJ BrisDoc Volkswagen Sharan

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FH55 OWJ
DETAILS
OrganisationBrisDoc
Make and ModelVolkswagen Sharan
First RegisteredSeptember 2005 to February 2006 in Nottingham
Notes

This is a VW Sharan TDI which is also operated by BrisDoc which operates within the South of Bristol. The rear view of the VW Sharan MPV.

WV54 TUJ BrisDoc Peugeot 307

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WV54 TUJ
DETAILS
OrganisationBrisDoc
Make and ModelPeugeot 307
First RegisteredSeptember 2004 to February 2005 in Bristol
Notes

This is a Peugeot 307 HDI estate operated by BrisDoc (Bristol doctors on call) out of hours service. It is decked out with ambulance-style green and yellow battenburg markings and a yellow bonnet. A full-width green light bar is also attached to the roof rails.

L700 SPS Skoda Octavia

L700 SPS Skoda Octavia
L700 SPS
DETAILS
Make and ModelSkoda Octavia
First RegisteredAugust 1993 to July 1994 in Aberdeen for Lerwick
Notes

An overhead view of one of the HEMS Skoda Octavia's. Notice the 'H05' roof markings, enabling the vehicle to be easily identified from above.

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Photograph DateAugust 2007

ET06 VGE Skoda Octavia VRS

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ET06 VGE
DETAILS
Make and ModelSkoda Octavia VRS
UseAir ambulance
First RegisteredMarch to August 2006 in Chelmsford
Notes

This is a Skoda Octavia VRS that is used by the HEMS doctors in London. It is used in addition to the air ambulance to get highly trained doctors to serious medical incidents in the capital. The vehicle is sponsored by D&G cars. The rear view of the Octavia. You can see the NHS logo, London Ambulance Service logo as well as subtle adverts for the sponsoring company.

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Photograph DateJune 2007

L700 SPS Skoda Octavia VRS

L700 SPS Skoda Octavia VRS
L700 SPS
DETAILS
Make and ModelSkoda Octavia VRS
Notes

This is another Skoda Octavia VRS that is sponsored by SP Services. The car has the sponsors logo on all sides and also carries the personalised registration plate 'SPS'. If you look closely at the grille, you can see cut-outs for the repeating flashing lights.

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Photograph DateJune 2007

M4 UGR BASICS Volvo V70

M4 UGR BASICS Volvo V70
M4 UGR
DETAILS
OrganisationBASICS
Make and ModelVolvo V70
First RegisteredAugust 1994 to July 1995 in Newcastle upon Tyne for Durham
Notes

This Volvo V70 is used as a doctor's emergency car. It carries full-height ambulance battenburg markings on the sides and is fitted with small blue flashing lights around the bodywork. It also can be fitted with a full width green and blue light bar onto the roof rails. It is used by a BASICS doctor in Suffolk.

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Photograph DateJune 2007