Drivers are urged to stay on top of updating their licence in order to avoid fines
Drivers have been urged to pay £14 now in order to avoid a £1,000 fine due to out-of-date driving licences.
If you don't renew your photocard licence, you risk facing a fine of up to £1,000. It's easy to forget, but a quick check now could save you a fine according to advice by Martin Lewis, as MyLondon reports.The Money Saving Expert explained that while there are a few dates printed on the photocard, the one you need is the photo expiry date printed on section 4b. The process is similar, whether you're renewing a driving licence or replacing a lost or stolen one.
Alternatively, anyone can get forms from most post offices, or order them from the DVLA website. You can also do it in person at selected post offices. The Post Office charges an extra £4.50 to take your photo on top of the £17 fee, but the £21.50 total also includes posting off your application. Though the photocard needs to be renewed every 10 years, driving licences are generally valid until you are 70, after which it needs renewing every three years. If you only need to update your address or name, or are over 70 and renewing it, this is free. There is no limit to the number of times you can update your name and address for free.
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