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DVLA £1,000 warning to million drivers who passed their test before 2017
The agency said around 3% of UK drivers are using expired photocard licences that can bring fines of up to £1,000.
- The DVLA warned on Tuesday that over 1 million motorists currently drive with expired photocard licences, risking a £1,000 fine under UK law.
- Photocard licences must be renewed every 10 years to ensure photographs remain realistic likenesses. Failing to return an expired licence violates the Road Traffic Act and can result in fines.
- Applications cost £14 via the official website and process within five days. Postal renewals cost £17, though Third party websites charge additional fees for convenience.
- A BigWantsYourCar spokesman warned that driving with an invalid licence "leaves motorists exposed to fines and even invalidates their insurance." Financial and legal consequences compound the risk.
- Jervis added that renewing online is efficient, stating, "We all have our part to play in making sure our roads are safe for the benefit of all travellers.
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