Driving Flashcards
What is the minimum age for driving a car or motor cycle?
17 years old
What must you have before you are allowed to drive on public roads?
A driving license
How do you get a driving license in the UK?
You must pass a driving test
What does the UK driving test comprise?
A knowledge test + A practical test
What is the minimum age for driving a moped?
16 years old
Can you drive large vehicles with a standard driving license?
No - there are other age requirements and special tests for driving large vehicles
Does the driving license need to be renewed?
Not until you turn 70. After that the license is valid 3 years at a time.
What do newly qualified drivers have to display in Northern Ireland?
An “R” (restricted driver) plate
How long do you have to keep the “R” plate on for in Northern Ireland?
1 year after passing the test
For which countries is a valid driving license also valid in the UK with no time restrictions?
Licenses issued by EU Countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway
If your driving license isn’t from one of the countries where a valid driving license carries no time restrictions, how long before you need to sit the UK driving test?
12 months
What does DVLA stand for?
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
With which agency must your car or motor cycle be registered with?
The DVLA
How frequently do you need to pay for Vehicle tax?
Annually
Is Vehicle tax transferred to the new owner when you sell?
No - the new owner needs to take out vehicle tax.
