Overview

• UK licences run to age 70, after which drivers must renew every three years; driving on an expired licence is illegal and can invalidate insurance.
• Renewal at 70 requires a self-assessed health declaration confirming eyesight meets DVLA rules, with fines of up to £1,000 for failing to comply.
• On renewal, C1 and D1 categories are removed unless drivers submit D2 and D4 forms with a medical, and some higher classes such as C may require a fresh test.
• Losing C1 affects the ability to drive heavier motorhomes between 3,500kg and 7,500kg until medical clearance is obtained to restore the entitlement.
• Online renewal is free, and first-time users must register with an email, three-year address history, a National Insurance number, and a passport number to change the photo.