Motorists born in this year warned they could have 'driving assessed'

Richard Guttridge
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Motorists born in a certain year may have to have their driving ability assessed in 2025. The rules apply to older drivers renewing their licences who have declared a health condition or disability.

Everyone turning 70 this year - born in 1955 - will have to renew their driving licence under DVLA rules, regardless of when it was last updated. Once someone reaches the age of 70, they have to renew their licence every three years.

Older drivers are kept under closer scrutiny as they are more likely to develop health conditions which could make them a risk on the roads. They must declare any conditions or other health information when completing their renewal forms.

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Those who disclose health conditions may have to be assessed to check they are safe to continue driving. The charity Age UK explained: "If you want to continue, you just need to renew your licence. You'll need to renew it every three years after that. Renewal is free of charge.

"You don't have to retake your driving test at 70, but you do have to make a health declaration when renewing your licence. And if you have a health condition or disability, you may have to have your driving ability assessed. The DVLA should send you a D46P application form 90 days before your 70th birthday.

"Don’t forget to apply for any extra categories of vehicle covered on your old licence if you still want to be able to drive them. There might be extra costs for these but if you don’t apply for these extra categories you’ll only be able to drive a car in future.

"If your licence expires and you don't apply for a new one, you won't legally be allowed to drive."

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