Do I still need my counterpart driving licence?
The DVLA scrapped the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence in June 2015, for anyone with a licence issued after 1998 – it now has no legal status and can be safely binned. You used to need the paper part to detail any penalty points. Now, they’re stored in an online system.
Do you need paper counterpart driving test?
Taking your theory or driving test From 8 June 2015, you don’t need to take your paper counterpart with you when you go for your theory or driving test, but you must still take your photocard, or your old-style paper licence.
Is a paper licence still valid?
Some paper licences are still valid as of the date of publication, December 2021, but not all of them. If your paper licence was issued before March 31, 2000, and, as outlined above, all of the information on your paper licence is still correct, then it will usually remain valid until you turn 70.
What is a DVLA counterpart check code?
The DVLA check code is the online counterpart of the photo card driving licence. The code is used to access the DVLA database to check driving licence information, and it allows you to share your licence information with employers or car hire companies.
Do DVLA still issue paper counterparts?
From today (8 June 2015), the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence is being replaced by an online service. Now, when the driver chooses to share it, those organisations will be able to see completely accurate information direct from DVLA ‘s records.
Is form D740 still valid?
From 08 June 2015, the DVLA will stop issuing the paper counterpart (D740) with UK drivers licences. Instead, drivers will only be issued with the photocard driving licence. If you have a photocard licence, the DVLA recommend that the paper counterpart is destroyed after this date.
Can I do a driving test without an instructor?
Yes, it is possible to pass the driving test without taking any professional driving lessons, though the likelihood of passing will be significantly lower than a test candidate who has lessons from a professional driving instructor. You see, it’s not just about driving the car.
What does 4b mean on driving licence?
expiry
Date of licence issue (4a), expiry (4b), issuing authority (4) The date shown in 4a is the date the photocard was issued. 4b shows the date the driving licence expires. The authority that issued the licence is shown in 4c.
Can I drive if my photocard has expired?
What if your photocard licence has already expired? Renewing late won’t automatically result in a fine. However, if your licence has expired, you shouldn’t drive until the DVLA has received your renewal application.
How do I find out when I passed my HGV test?
The good news is it should be pretty easy to find out. For most people, it’ll be simply a case of looking on the back of your photocard driving licence. Check column 10 – this should tell you the date you passed. The same column will also tell you what kind of vehicles you’re qualified to drive.