essential documents Flashcards
What does a vehicle registration certificate contain details of
The vehicle, including make, model, engine size and year of registration.
The registered keeper
What must you tell the DVLA about
When you change:
Your vehicle, your name, your permanent address
What is an SO R.N.
A way of not paying road tax, if your vehicle is not going to be used on public roads. This lasts until your tax, sell or scrap your vehicle.
You must tell the licensing authority if
your health is likely to affect your driving or your eyesight does not meet the required standard.
How long is the probation period after you passed your practical test
2 yrs
What type of insurance must you have
at least third party insurance.
This covers injury to others or damage to other’s property/vehicle
When do you need to show your insurance certificate
If you’re taxing your vehicle or a police officer asks you for it
What is the fine for no insurance
Unlimited
What is the fine if you do not register for road tax
fixed penalty fine of £100, court prosecution and a fine of up to £1000, having the vehicle clamped seized and destroyed
MOT certificates are valid for
One year. Only when car is over three years old
What type of vehicles do not need an MOT
Trailers and caravans
If your vehicle does not have an MOT certificate
You will not be able to renew your vehicle tax, your insurance may be invalid, you could be prosecuted
The only time you can drive your car without an MOT certificate is
When you’re driving to or from an appointment at an MOT Centre or to have MOT repairs carried out
what should you remove from your car before leaving it unattended
vehicle registration document
what’s the nearest you may park to a junction
10 metres
