DVLA Archives

Advice

How to declare SORN and take your car off the road for winter

Motoring Research team - November 27, 2024 0

Planning to tuck away your classic car over winter? Here's how to make a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) and save money on car tax.

Advice

How to change the address on your driving licence

Motoring Research team - May 16, 2024 0

Moving house? You must contact the DVLA to change the address on your driving licence. We explain the process.

Advice

What to do if you lose your driving licence

Motoring Research team - March 13, 2023 0

If you have lost your UK driving licence, you can apply for a new one online. It's a simple process – and a replacement licence costs £20.

Car News

Driving test bookings delayed at 9 in 10 UK centres

John Redfern - January 30, 2023 0

New research by the AA highlights that learner drivers face booking delays at the vast majority of driving test centres across the UK.

Car News

Highway Code gains new section for self-driving vehicles

John Redfern - July 5, 2022 0

The updated Highway Code has a new section that clarifies who is responsible for a self-driving car when in use on the road.

Advice

How to assign a private number plate online

John Redfern - November 19, 2021 0

Adding a private number plate to your car is a simple process using the DVLA’s online form. Here's what you need to know.

Car News

Less than half of drivers know eyesight rules

John Redfern - September 20, 2021 0

New DVLA research has found less than half of drivers know they must be capable of reading a car number plate from 20 metres away.

Car News

Police can now instantly access DVLA driver photos to speed up roadside checks

Richard Aucock - July 15, 2021 0

Police forces across the UK have rolled out new technology that provides instant access to the DVLA driver photo database, saving time for both offers and motorists

Car News

New rules for classic cars with black and silver number plates

John Redfern - January 16, 2021 0

Changes for owners of historic vehicles came into effect on 1 January 2021, restricting the use of black and silver number plates.

Car News

DVLA warns motorists about online scams

Richard Aucock - January 4, 2021 0

There has been a dramatic rise in the number of motorists reporting DVLA scams. The organisation reveals the latest tricks to watch for.