The cars you can drive at 16 - pictures

The Aixam Crossover features a 400cc diesel engine - and it goes without saying that it doesn't come with four-wheel drive.

The Renault Twizy 45 never went on sale in the UK, but European 16-year-olds could drive one on the road.

Don't be fooled by the GTO badge - this little Aixam still only has a top speed of 28mph.

Aixam has been making tiny cars like this for years - although make sure you check the car's details before buying one, as older models might not comply with today's legislation.

The Microcar M.GO is not available for 16-year-old drivers, but it's available to buy in the UK. One for those who are feeling young at heart, perhaps.

The Ligier Be-Up will be a rare sight - it's not on sale any more, and the top speed is too high for 16-year-olds to drive it. But it shows the kind of cars that Ligier once procuded - and some of their models were fit for the youngest