Documents Flashcards

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What must you do before you can legally drive?

A

Check your vehicle tax has been paid on your vehicle

Valid driving licence/vehicle insurance

Valid MOT certificate

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What do you need to tax your vehicle?

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A valid MOT certificate (if needed) and appropriate current insurance documentation

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3
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What is the V5C?

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The Vehicle Registration CertificateW

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What does the V5C contain?

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The vehicle (inc. make, model and engine size)

The registered keeper

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5
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When should you notify the licencing authority?

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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

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What do you need to pay vehicle tax on?

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All vehicles used or kept on public roads (unless the vehicle’s exempt)

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When don’t you need to pay vehicle tax?

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If you’re not going yo use your vehicle on public roads, as long as you inform the DVSA in advance (SORN)

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8
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Define SORN?

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Statutory Off-Road Notification

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9
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When does SORN end?

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When you tax, sell or scrap your vehicle

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10
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What do learners need before driving on public roads?

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A provisional drivers licence

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When should you inform the licencing authority?

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If your health is likely to affect your driving

Your eyesight doesn’t meet the required standard

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12
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What type of insurance do you need before driving on public roads?

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Third-Party insurance

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13
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What does third-person insurance cover?

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Injury to another person

Damage to someone else’s property

Damage to other vehicles

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14
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What is the penalty to driving without insurance?

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An unlimited fine and possible disqualification

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15
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When do you need your insurance certificate?

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If you’re taxing your vehicle, or if a police officer asks

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16
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What do you do if you haven’t yet received your insurance certificate, but your vehicle is insured?

A

You’ll be issued with a temporary cover note until you receive your insurance certificate

17
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What should you do if you want to drive someone else’s car?

A

Make sure it’s insured for your use

18
Q

Under which factors is your insurance generally lower?

A

If you’re over 25

Complete the Pass Plus Scheme (not in Northern Ireland)

19
Q

What does an excess policy on your insurance mean?

A

If your insurance policy has an excess of £100, it means you pay the first £100 of any claim or damage to your car

20
Q

What is the Plus Pass scheme about?

A

Helps newly qualified drivers widen their driving experiences and improve their basic skills

May also help lessen their insurance costs

21
Q

When should cars get MOT?

A

They first get one when they’re 3 yrs old (4 in N.Ireland)

22
Q

What doesn’t need an MOT?

A

Trailers/Caravans, but they need to be kept in good condition

23
Q

How long does your MOT last?

24
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When don’t you need an MOT?

A

when you’re driving to an MOT appointment

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What happens if you don't have an MOT when you need one?
Can't renew your vehicle tax Could invalidate your insurance
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When are you exempt from MOT?
Some older vehicles are exempt, but if it's still used, it should be in roadworthy condition
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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
28
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
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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
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What happens to points on your provisional?
They get transferred to your licence once you pass