UK Statutory Instrument
1999
United Kingdom
Motor Vehicles (Driving Licences) Regulations 1999
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Schedules
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B. The driver
C. The road
F. Road and vehicle safety
G. Vehicle construction and maintenance
D. Other road users
E. General rules and regulations and other matters
F. Road and vehicle safety
B. The driver
C. The road
D. Other road users
E. General rules and regulations and other matters
Perception, judgement and decision-making, including especially reaction time and changes...
Driving risk factors related to various road conditions, with particular...
Vehicle safety equipment, including in particular the use of seat-belts...
Lubrication and antifreeze protection.
Risks involved in the movement and driving of various types...
General rules specifying how the driver must behave in the...
The use of protective outfits such as gloves, boots and...
Perception, judgement and decision-making, including especially reaction time and changes...
Driving risk factors related to various road conditions as they...
Risks involved in the movement and driving of various types...
Rules of behaviour in the event of an accident, measures...
Characteristics of various types of road and the related statutory...
The visibility of motor cycle riders to other road users....
Safety factors relating to the vehicle, its load and persons...
Precautions necessary when alighting from the vehicle.
Characteristics of various types of road and the related statutory...
Rules on vehicle weights and dimensions and speed limiters.
Precautions necessary when alighting from the vehicle.
Principles of the types, operation, main parts, connection, use and...
Safe driving in road tunnels.
Safe driving in road tunnels.
Safe driving in road tunnels.
Rules on driving hours and rest periods as defined in...
The driver’s responsibility in respect of the carriage of passengers,...
The principles of the construction, fitting, care and correct use...
Vehicle and transport documents required for the national and international...
Precautions to be taken during the removal and replacement of...
The principles of the types, operation, main parts, connection, use...
Methods of locating the cause of breakdowns.
Preventive maintenance and necessary running repairs.
C. Preparation to drive
Approach and cross junctions.
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Approach and cross junctions.
Turn right and left at junctions or to leave the...
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Turn right and left at junctions or to leave the...
Where the opportunity arises— (a) Pass oncoming vehicles, including in...
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Where the opportunity arises— (a) Pass oncoming vehicles, including in...
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D. Technical control of the vehicle
E. Behaviour in traffic
Carry out manoeuvres involving the use of reverse gear (except...
Indicate intended actions at appropriate times by giving appropriate signals...
B. Vehicle Safety Checks
C. Preparation to drive
D. Technical control of the vehicle
E. Behaviour in traffic
Adjust crash helmet.
Accelerate to a suitable speed while maintaining a straight course,...
Communicate with other road users using the authorised means.
Indicate intended actions at appropriate times by giving appropriate signals...
Act correctly and promptly on all signals given by traffic...
In the case of a test for a licence authorising...
Adjust rear view mirrors, head restraint and seat belt.
Accelerate to a suitable speed while maintaining a straight course,...
Communicate with other road users using the authorised means.
Adjust speed to negotiate left or right turns at junctions,...
React appropriately in actual risk situations.
Act correctly and promptly on all signals given by traffic...
Drive the vehicle backwards and cause it to face in...
The components are: tyres, steering, brakes, lights, reflectors, direction indicators,...
Check that the doors are closed.
Adjust speed to negotiate left or right turns at junctions,...
React appropriately in actual risk situations.
Lean over to turn.
Comply with road traffic regulations and the instructions of the...
Brake accurately to stop where directed, if need be by...
Comply with road traffic regulations and the instructions of the...
Keep balance at various speeds.
Move off from the kerb or a parking space.
Either— (a) perform one or more of the following manoeuvres—...
Move off from the kerb or a parking space.
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Drive with the vehicle correctly positioned on the road, adjusting...
Drive with the vehicle correctly positioned on the road, adjusting...
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Keep the right distance between vehicles.
Keep the right distance between vehicles.
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Change lanes.
Change lanes.
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Pass parked or stationary vehicles and obstacles.
Pass parked or stationary vehicles and obstacles.
Eyesight
Technical control of the vehicle
Behaviour in traffic
Vehicle safety checks
Alighting from vehicle
The person conducting the test must be satisfied as to...
The person conducting the test must be satisfied as to...
In the case of candidates taking a test for a...
In the case of candidates taking a test for a...
In the case of candidates taking a test for a...
In the case of candidates taking a test for a...
(A) Introduction
(D) Practical on road training
(E) Practical on road riding
Trainees' eyesight must be tested. Trainees must be able to...
Trainees must understand the following:— — the need to be...
Upon application being made by an approved training body for...
Trainees must be aware of:— — the effect on a...
Trainees must also repeat the following exercises in normal road...
(B) Practical on site training
(C) Practical on site riding
Certificate of passing a theory test
Date of test....................
It is hereby certified that [Name of candidate] has been...
Theory Test Centre [Number or location of centre].
Statement of failure to pass a theory test
Date of test....................
[Name of candidate] has been examined and has FAILED to...
Theory Test Centre [Number or location of centre].
Certificate of passing the [extended*] test of competence to drive
Date of test....................
Test Centre....................
I certify that [Name of candidate] has been examined and...
Whether vehicle fitted with automatic transmission....................Y/N.
Whether vehicle modified/other restrictions....................
Signature of examiner....................
Signature of candidate....................
*Words in italics to be omitted where inapplicable.
Statement of failure to pass the practical test/test of competence to drive
Name of candidate....................
Category/ies of vehicle....................
Driver Number....................
Date of test....................
The candidate named herein has been examined and has FAILED...
*Words in italics to be omitted where inapplicable.
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A. Road traffic regulations
G. Environmental matters
The specified matters are set out in sections A to...
The specified matters are set out in sections A to...
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Citation and commencement
B. The driver
Revocation and saving
Perception, judgement and decision-making, including especially reaction time and changes...
Interpretation
Meaning of “theory test”
Characteristics of various types of road and the related statutory...
Classification of vehicles
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Classes for which licences may be granted
Competence to drive classes of vehicle: general
Competence to drive classes of vehicle: special cases
Competence to drive classes of vehicle: dual purpose vehicles
Minimum ages for holding or obtaining licences
Applications for the grant of licences: general
Eligibility to apply for provisional licence
Restrictions on the grant of large goods and passenger-carrying vehicle driver’s licences
Restrictions on the grant of provisional licences to drive motor bicycles
Fees for licences
Duration of provisional licences authorising the driving of motor bicycles
Restrictions on provisional licences: two-wheeled vehicles
Conditions attached to provisional licences
Meaning of “qualified driver"
Conditions attached to provisional licences: holders of driving permits other than licences granted under Part III of the Traffic Act
Full licences and provisional entitlement
Signatures on licences
Lost or defaced licences
Exchangeable licences
Prohibition on holding more than one licence
Interpretation of Part III
Persons by whom safe road use test may be conducted
(1) The Secretary of State shall, on request, supply (by...
Persons by whom theory tests may be conducted
(1) The Secretary of State shall, on request, supply (by...
Persons by whom manoeuvres tests, large vehicle off road manoeuvres tests, practical tests and unitary tests may be conducted
Revocation of authority to conduct tests
(1) The Secretary of State may revoke—
Applications for safe road use tests
Applications for theory tests: applicants in person
Applications for theory tests: motor bicycle instructors
Applications for theory tests: large vehicle instructors
Applications for theory tests: motor car instructors
Eligibility to reapply for theory test
Fees for theory tests
Applications for manoeuvres tests, large vehicle off road manoeuvres tests, practical tests and unitary tests: applicants in person
Applications for manoeuvres or practical tests: motor bicycle instructors
Applications for large vehicle off road manoeuvres tests or practical tests: large vehicle instructors
Applications for large vehicle off road manoeuvres tests conducted by large vehicle off road manoeuvres test examiners: large vehicle instructors
Eligibility to reapply for manoeuvres tests, large vehicle off road manoeuvres tests, practical tests or unitary tests
Fees in respect of manoeuvres tests, large vehicle off road manoeuvres tests, practical tests or unitary tests
Cancellation of tests
Test vehicles
Further requirements at tests
Examiner’s right to refuse to conduct test
Nature of tests other than extended tests
(1) Where a test is required to be conducted in...
Content of the tests
Passing the test
Nature of extended driving tests
Exemption from theory test
Entitlement upon passing a test other than an appropriate driving test
Entitlement upon passing a test other than an appropriate driving test: category A
Entitlement upon passing a test other than an appropriate driving test: category AM
Upgrading of entitlements by virtue of passing second test
Entitlement upon passing an appropriate driving test
Results of safe road use test and validity of certificates
Evidence of result of theory test : vehicles other than category C or D
Evidence of result of theory test: category C and D
Large vehicle theory test pass certificates
Evidence of the result of manoeuvres test, large vehicle off road manoeuvres test, practical test or unitary test
Part III of the Traffic Act: Prescribed classes of goods and passenger-carrying vehicle
Part IV of the Traffic Act: prescribed classes of large goods and passenger—carrying vehicle
Exempted goods vehicles and military vehicles
Correspondences
Part IV of the Traffic Act: dual purpose vehicles
Large goods vehicle drivers' licences granted to persons under the age of 21
Large goods vehicle drivers’ licences and LGV Community licences: obligatory revocation or withdrawal and disqualification
Holders of licences who are disqualified by order of a court
Removal of disqualification
Provision of approved training courses
Nature and conduct of training courses
Certified Instructors
Temporary certified instructors
Persons authorised as assistant instructors
Withdrawal of approval to provide training courses or to act as instructo r
Cessation of conduct of training
Approved training courses conducted by certified direct access instructors
Certified direct access instructors
Temporary certified direct access instructors
Eligibility to undertake approved training course
Ratio of trainees to instructors
Evidence of successful completion of course
Approved training courses before 19th January 2013
Exemptions from Part V
Review of Part V
Licence groups
Disabilities prescribed in respect of Group 1 and 2 licences
Disabilities prescribed in respect of Group 1 licences
Disabilities prescribed in respect of Group 2 licences
Disabilities requiring medical investigation: High Risk Offenders
Examination by an officer of the Secretary of State
Effect of change in classification of vehicles for licensing purposes
Saving in respect of entitlement to Group M
Saving in respect of entitlement to former category N
Saving in respect of entitlement to drive mobile project vehicles
Saving in respect of former category and sub-category
Persons who become resident in Great Britain
Modification of regulation 80: Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme: first scenario
Modification of regulation 80: Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme: second scenario
Modification of regulation 80: Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme: third scenario
Modification of regulation 80: Ukraine Extension Scheme: first scenario
Modification of regulation 80: Ukraine Extension Scheme: second scenario
Modification of regulation 80: Ukraine Family Scheme: first scenario
Modification of regulation 80: Ukraine Family Scheme: second scenario
Modification of regulation 80 and further enactments relating to licences in respect of certain licences issued in EEA States
Interpretation (regulations 80ZA to 80AF)
Service personnel
Northern Ireland licences
Statement of date of birth
Review
Enforcement and responsible bodies
The regulators that administer or enforce this legislation.
DVSA
PrimaryDriver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Regulates drivers, vehicles, and operators in UK road transport. Issues operator licences for goods vehicles (HGVs) and PSVs. Enforces roadworthiness and driver …
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Maintains registers of drivers and vehicles in Great Britain. Issues driving licences and vehicle registration documents. Collects vehicle excise duty. Businesses operating …
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