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Last Updated: 16/05/2012

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency


The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency is an Executive Agency of the Department for Transport (DfT).

DVLA service disruption

On Saturday 19 May 2012 a scheduled system upgrade means DVLA will not be able to access driver records. DVLA will only be able to offer general advice over the telephone. DVLA apologise for any inconvenience caused. 

Information on DVLA service availability

Important information for digital tachograph (driver and company card) holders

DVLA has identified a malfunctioning issue with a number of digital tachograph cards issued between 24 March 2007 and 31 August 2008. Not all cards issued during this period are affected and some continue to work until they expire. To find out more on how this could affect you, follow the link below.

Information for tachograph holders

Changes to the eyesight standards for all drivers

From 1 May 2012 changes have been made to the eyesight standards for group one (cars, motorcycles) and group two (lorry and bus) drivers. To find out more, follow the link below.

Changes to the vision standards 

 

Driver information

View driver information about driving licences, learning to drive, entitlement to drive, endorsements/disqualifications, driving abroad and what to do when you have changed your address and/or name.

Vehicle information

View vehicle information register, tax your car or apply for a refund, number plates and registration marks (including personalised registration numbers), importing/exporting vehicles, fighting vehicle crime and consumer advice on buying a used vehicle.

Medical information

View medical information how to tell us of a medical condition, information for medical professions and At a Glance guide to the medical standards.









This is the official website of the DVLA.