Older drivers must complete vital DVLA form 'or face criminal record'

Drivers born before 1954 must complete a vital form or risk a CRIMINAL RECORD. Drivers must renew their driving licences when they turn age 70 - every three years - under strict rules from the DVLA, which is responsible for motoring licences.

Quotezone explained in a warning to road users, drivers and motorists: “If you are not waiting on a renewal and are simply driving without a valid licence in the UK, it can result in six penalty points and a fine of up to but not exceeding £1,000.

“You can expect to receive a reminder from the DVLA, or DVA in Northern Ireland, to your last registered address on file in the run-up to your renewal date.” According to Quotezone, it is drivers' “legal responsibility” to make sure a driving licence is up to date at all times.

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Licences are normally valid until 70 years of age (the ’til 70 licence) unless restricted to a shorter duration for medical reasons. There is no upper age limit to licensing, but after 70 renewal is required every 3 years, according to the DVLA.

A person in receipt of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can hold a driving licence from 16 years of age. (A person can’t apply for PIP until their 16th birthday), the DVLA has warned DWP benefit claimants.

Applicants and licence holders have a legal duty to notify DVLA of any injury or illness that would have a likely impact on safe driving ability (except some short-term conditions that are unlikely to continue beyond 3 months, as set out in this guide).

And motorists must also respond fully and accurately to any requests for information from either DVLA or healthcare professionals and must also comply with the requirements of the issued licence, including any periodic medical reviews indicated by DVLA.