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 you still use D740 to change address?

Conversation. Hi, you can use your counterpart licence (D740) to update your address, send to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1BN.

What does 4b mean on driving licence?

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4b shows the date the driving licence expires. The authority that issued the licence is shown in 4c.

What is the driver number?

This is a 16-character number that’s unique to you. It appears on your photocard driving licence underneath the licence’s expiry date. It starts with the first five letters from your surname.

Do I still need a paper counterpart driving licence?

What to do with your paper counterpart. The paper counterpart to a driving licence has had no legal status since 8 June 2015. You should destroy yours if you have one, but keep your photocard driving licence.

Can I still drive with expired photo licence?

The expiry date of your photocard licence is shown on the front of the photocard at section 4b. If your licence has expired, you should not drive until you have applied to renew the licence.

Can you drive while your licence is being renewed?

The DVLA says if your licence expires while it is processing your renewal application, you should be able to continue driving as long as you meet certain conditions, including only driving vehicles you were entitled to drive on your previous licence, not being told by a doctor or optician that you shouldn’t drive, and …

What does 122 mean on driving licence?

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122 – valid on successful completion: Basic Moped Training Course. This does not apply to trial e-scooters. 125 – tricycles only (for licences issued before 29 June 2014)

When did Red driving licences stop?

The old manual system was, therefore, increasingly unfit for purpose. So, in 1973, licensing was computerised. Out were the old red booklets—in were new green paper licences. Then, in 1976, full driving licences became valid until a driver’s 70th birthday, ending the need to renew every three years.

What does 79 mean on driving licence?

79 – restricted to vehicles in conformity with the specifications stated in brackets on your licence.