J Coates (HGV Services) Ltd Reviews 

I recently completed my HGV training with J Coates and passed my test last Friday on my second attempt. I cannot thank the team enough for the support they gave me throughout.
Liam was my main instructor during the practical side and I genuinely could not have asked for better. I spent a lot of time training with him and he made a massive difference, not just in terms of skills but also confidence. He explains things in a way that really sticks and some of the things he taught me were absolutely invaluable when it came to test day. By the end of it, it did not just feel like training with an instructor, it felt like I had made a mate. I would happily meet him for a drink.
Austin mainly helped me with my CPC and reversing test. I did not spend as much time with him, but he made every session enjoyable. Constant dad jokes in his strong Brummie accent kept things light, which actually helped take the pressure off and made learning easier.
Overall, a great experience from start to finish. I highly recommend! I really appreciate everyone involved for helping me get through it and pass.

Thanks again guys :D

A massive thank you to Simon for his help in training me to pass my D1 and everyone else at J Coates over the 5 days and 3 tests I went for and passed!
Thanks for a relaxed, friendly approach and for all your patience! Simon you are a diamond. Thank you

Well done and many thanks to Chris and Paul who shared the teaching on my CPC on-line course yesterday.
They both have a professional, but relaxed style, and with their extensive knowledge and experience of commercial driving, were able to give clear answers to the questions asked by the delegates.
The day was enjoyable and with quizzes and anecdotal examples of real incidents, passed very quickly.

CPC course Drivers Well Being.
Well structured course professionally delivered by Chris.
Useful real life information especially the section covering medical emergency situations.

A very good day which was really interesting and Chris delivered the training excellently.

Chris made a boring date more interesting and very knowledgeable

Had Chris for a a health & Safety CPC. Very good and professional, made it feel comfortable and not boring

He is very informed and professional

Passed my c1+e today, I’ve had 3 different instructors this week John, Liam , Simon all very professional and train you to pass first time! Got me through first time with a clean sheet! Couldn’t recommend enough!

Pass my test today all thanks to Liam! He’s a great guy! Brilliant instructor honestly couldn’t ask for a better instructor! Hope your company knows how good you are Liam! He keeps you calm haves a laugh but also tell you how it is. Thank you so much for getting me through my test. All the best from Tyler.

Big thanks to Simon at J Coates Leicester for the Minibus Training. Passed first time. Really appreciated all the support - Professional, friendly and patient.

Liam is a credit to the company and an excellent trainer.

He is clear, concise and calm.

He certainly trained me to above the standard I needed to be to pass the practical on road test first time.

Appreciated.

An excellent company to be associated with. I had a brilliant experience with J Coates. From start to finish, CEO to Trainers and Assessors. There is a well trained and very experienced team to call upon. Special mention to Tristan, Chris and Lewis in St Albans.

I did it!! 💪 big thank you for you all guys especially to Liam ! I definitely recommend this company. All the best guys.

Another awesome training session by Chris

I highly recommend this driving school. They have a great team. Driving and learning with them is a pure pleasure. The language barrier wasn't a problem at all. Liam helped me gain confidence and manage my pre-test anxiety, and he explained everything thoroughly. Two of my friends also passed their driving tests with this school. I wholeheartedly recommend them.

Big big thanks to Liam top bloke would highly recommend.

I recently completed a CAT C+E crash course and couldn’t be happier with the experience. Coming into it with zero prior HGV driving experience, I was naturally a bit nervous, but my instructor Liam made all the difference.

Liam was an excellent instructor from start to finish. He was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to helping me succeed. What really stood out was how willing he was to put the time in for me—making sure I fully understood everything and felt confident behind the wheel.

Top job mate and thanks again

Have just completed day 1 of 5 of CPC training with Chris. Has made what has been an otherwise quite mentally laborious process a lot easier

Chris delivered a comprehensive and engaging course

Comprehensive course with plenty of opportunities to ask questions.