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Your legal obligations as a driver and keeper of a vehicle

As a driver or keeper of a vehicle you have certain duties and obligations which must be met before driving or keeping a vehicle on the road. You must also tell the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) of any changes to your personal or vehicle details.

Before you drive or ride

To drive or ride a vehicle or motorcycle you must:

hold the appropriate driving licence for the vehicle being driven
meet driver minimum age requirements
meet the legal eyesight standards

As a learner driver you must:

be supervised by a qualified driver (not if riding a motorcycle)
display L plates

Before taking the vehicle on the road

The vehicle must:

be registered with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
have a valid vehicle tax disc
hold a current test certificate (if this is required)

You must:

have the minimum of third party insurance which covers your use of the vehicle

Tell DVLA of changes

You must tell the DVLA if you:

change your address and or name
make any alterations to your vehicle
sell your vehicle
develop or have a medical condition

Driving larger vehicles or buses

There are higher eyesight and medical standards which must be met when driving larger vehicles. You must also notify the DVLA if you have any convictions relating to your driving conduct or if you have convictions not relating to driving if you are the holder of a passenger carrying vehicle.

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