Laws of Motoring Southend-on-Sea
Here you'll find an extensive guide to the laws that affect you as a motorist. This includes a look at the rules of the road, the documentation that you must have in order to drive, and more.
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Exhaust System & Emissions Southend-on-Sea
The exhaust system must be complete, secure, silence effectively and be without serious leaks. Also, the vehicle must meet the requirement for exhaust emission depending on its age and fuel type.
Steering & Suspension Southend-on-Sea
Although fixing steering and suspension problems is something best left to the experts, there are a few things you can do to check your car's condition. Ask yourself the following questions
General Areas Southend-on-Sea
There are a number of general areas that will be tested during your car's MOT; it will be well worth your while to check these yourself before sending your vehicle in for its test.
Endorsements, Penalty Points & Disqualification Southend-on-Sea
If you receive penalty points on your licence, they will remain there for a specific length of time, depending on the type of offence committed. In general, endorsements will remain on your licence for four years from the date of offence, however that is not always that case.
Tyres & Wheels Southend-on-Sea
Although tyres are a common reason for failure, it is easy to check them and bring them up to standard before the MOT test. Read the following article to learn how to measure the safety of your tyres and wheels.
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Applying for a Driving Licence Southend-on-Sea
Before you can learn to drive a car, moped or motorbike, you must apply for a provisional driving licence. To apply for a licence, you will need to send in a D1 application form, along with confirmation of your identity and a colour passport-style photograph.
Changing Your Licence Details Southend-on-Sea
If you have changed your name or address, it is essential to inform DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) immediately; failure to do so is a criminal offence and could result in a £1,000 fine. The following article will teach you all about how to update or change your licence.
Endorsement Offence Codes Southend-on-Sea
The following table details the number of penalty points that a court may impose for a range of offences. It is worth bearing in mind however, that some of the offences listed below may also incur a disqualification.
Endorsements, Penalty Points & Disqualification Southend-on-Sea
If you receive penalty points on your licence, they will remain there for a specific length of time, depending on the type of offence committed. In general, endorsements will remain on your licence for four years from the date of offence, however that is not always that case.
Exhaust System & Emissions Southend-on-Sea
The exhaust system must be complete, secure, silence effectively and be without serious leaks. Also, the vehicle must meet the requirement for exhaust emission depending on its age and fuel type.
General Areas Southend-on-Sea
There are a number of general areas that will be tested during your car's MOT; it will be well worth your while to check these yourself before sending your vehicle in for its test.
International Drivers Permit Southend-on-Sea
An International Driving Permit (IDP) is an internationally recognised document that allows you to drive a private motor vehicle overseas when accompanied by a valid UK driving licence. The IDP is recognised around the world and is printed in 10 languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Russian and Arabic.
Lighting Equipment Southend-on-Sea
When it comes to the lighting for your car, there are many tests that must be passed. Read this article to learn about the different lighting equipment that needs to be tested.
Medical Rules for Drivers Southend-on-Sea
If you suffer from a medical condition or disability that may affect your driving, the law states that you must inform the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) immediately. This includes any condition or disability that has become worse since your licence was issued, or any new condition or disability that has developed.
New Drivers & Penalty Points Southend-on-Sea
In 1995, the Government introduced the Road Traffic (New Drivers) Act as an initiative to reduce casualties among newly qualified drivers. The Act relates to drivers who are still in their probationary period (i.e within two years of passing their test), nd states that any new driver incurring six or more penalty points within that period will have their licence revoked.
Removing Expired Endorsements Southend-on-Sea
If you decide that you want to remove expired endorsements from your driving licence, then you will need to apply to the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) using a D1 application form, and pay a fee of £19.00. Keep reading to learn all about how to remove expired endorsements.
Renewing Your Licence After Disqualification Southend-on-Sea
Once your period of disqualification is over, you can apply to the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) for the return of your driving licence. They will also remove any expired endorsements that are on your licence. You will need to pay a fee of £50 for this service; however, if you were disqualified for certain drink driving offences you will need to pay a total of £75 to cover the cost of the medical enquiries that the DVLA will need to make
Replacing Your Licence Southend-on-Sea
If your driving licence if it has been lost, stolen, defaced or destroyed then you should apply for a replacement as soon as possible. If your licence has been stolen, you must also inform the police immediately.
Steering & Suspension Southend-on-Sea
Although fixing steering and suspension problems is something best left to the experts, there are a few things you can do to check your car's condition. Ask yourself the following questions
Taking Your Vehicle Off the Road Southend-on-Sea
If you decide to take your car off the public road, you must inform DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency), by making a SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) declaration. You can declare SORN in a number of ways, which are discussed in this article.
Tax Disc Exemptions Southend-on-Sea
Although all vehicles that are kept or used on a public road in the UK must display a valid tax disc, some vehicles are exempt from paying a fee for the disc. This article addresses those that are exempt from the tax disc.
Tax Discs Southend-on-Sea
Every vehicle in the UK must display a valid tax disc, unless the DVLA has been notified that the car has been taken off the road using a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN). The rate of tax payable varies on the car's engine size and CO 2 emission figures and can range from £0 to £215.
Taxing Your Vehicle Southend-on-Sea
The date on which you can apply for a new tax disc depends on when the vehicle tax expires or has expired. If your vehicle tax has not yet expired, you can apply for a new disc from the 15th day of the month in which the existing disc is due to expire.
The MOT Certificate Southend-on-Sea
During 2005 and 2006, the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) introduced a new computerised system for MOTs. All testing stations now record MOT results on a secure central database that also holds vehicle information and details of authorised examiners and testers.
Tyres & Wheels Southend-on-Sea
Although tyres are a common reason for failure, it is easy to check them and bring them up to standard before the MOT test. Read the following article to learn how to measure the safety of your tyres and wheels.
When to MOT Your Car Southend-on-Sea
Every vehicle in the UK needs to be tested each year to ensure that it meets the minimum road safety and environmental standards. The vehicle's first MOT is required on the third anniversary of its first registration.
Your Licence at 70 Southend-on-Sea
When you reach 70, your driving licence entitlement will expire. If you intend to continue driving, then you must apply to the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) to renew your entitlement.