Documents Flashcards
What must you do before you can legally drive?
Check your vehicle tax has been paid on your vehicle
Valid driving licence/vehicle insurance
Valid MOT certificate
What do you need to tax your vehicle?
A valid MOT certificate (if needed) and appropriate current insurance documentation
What is the V5C?
The Vehicle Registration CertificateW
What does the V5C contain?
The vehicle (inc. make, model and engine size)
The registered keeper
When should you notify the licencing authority?
When you change your vehicle. your name or permanent address
When you buy a second-hand vehicle, to inform them of the change in ownership
What do you need to pay vehicle tax on?
All vehicles used or kept on public roads (unless the vehicle’s exempt)
When don’t you need to pay vehicle tax?
If you’re not going yo use your vehicle on public roads, as long as you inform the DVSA in advance (SORN)
Define SORN?
Statutory Off-Road Notification
When does SORN end?
When you tax, sell or scrap your vehicle
What do learners need before driving on public roads?
A provisional drivers licence
When should you inform the licencing authority?
If your health is likely to affect your driving
Your eyesight doesn’t meet the required standard
What type of insurance do you need before driving on public roads?
Third-Party insurance
What does third-person insurance cover?
Injury to another person
Damage to someone else’s property
Damage to other vehicles
What is the penalty to driving without insurance?
An unlimited fine and possible disqualification
When do you need your insurance certificate?
If you’re taxing your vehicle, or if a police officer asks
What do you do if you haven’t yet received your insurance certificate, but your vehicle is insured?
You’ll be issued with a temporary cover note until you receive your insurance certificate
What should you do if you want to drive someone else’s car?
Make sure it’s insured for your use
Under which factors is your insurance generally lower?
If you’re over 25
Complete the Pass Plus Scheme (not in Northern Ireland)
What does an excess policy on your insurance mean?
If your insurance policy has an excess of £100, it means you pay the first £100 of any claim or damage to your car
What is the Plus Pass scheme about?
Helps newly qualified drivers widen their driving experiences and improve their basic skills
May also help lessen their insurance costs
When should cars get MOT?
They first get one when they’re 3 yrs old (4 in N.Ireland)
What doesn’t need an MOT?
Trailers/Caravans, but they need to be kept in good condition
How long does your MOT last?
1 yr
When don’t you need an MOT?
when you’re driving to an MOT appointment
What happens if you don’t have an MOT when you need one?
Can’t renew your vehicle tax
Could invalidate your insurance
When are you exempt from MOT?
Some older vehicles are exempt, but if it’s still used, it should be in roadworthy condition
What happens if the police ask to see my documents and I don’t have them with me?
You can produce them at a police station within 7 days
If I want to get some practise while I’m learning to drive, who can accompany me?
The accompanying person MUST be 21 yrs old and have held (and still hold) a valid licence
I’ve heard I’m on probation for two years after I’ve passed my test. What does this mean?
If you get 6 or more points within the first two yrs, you’ll lose your licence and have to reapply for a provisional + retake your theory and practical
What happens to points on your provisional?
They get transferred to your licence once you pass
