Motorists with a common medical condition have been warned that they risk a £1,000 fine (Image: Getty)
Drivers have been urged to let the know immediately if they have a to avoid a significantly higher risk of accidents and a .
Whilst most motorists are confident of their skills behind the wheel, a wide variety of conditions many Brits experience could .
In particular, the vehicle buying service advised drivers who suffer from high blood pressure to let the DVLA know as soon as possible.
They warned: “Failing to inform the DVLA about a medical condition like high blood pressure can lead to a . This condition is important to report because it can suddenly impair your ability to drive safely, putting both you and others at risk.
“The DVLA’s regulations are in place to ensure that all drivers on the road are fit to operate their vehicles.”
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Drivers are still able to get behind the wheel if their blood pressure levels are under 180/110mmHg (Image: Getty)
Sometimes known as hypertension, high blood pressure has a number of symptoms that could affect how a motorist acts when using a vehicle.
In particular, hypertensive attacks could cause serious distractions to a driver, whereas some medications to ease high blood pressure could also have negative side effects.
Whilst it is unlikely that the DVLA will revoke the licence of a motorist who has high blood pressure, drivers may need to visit a doctor to confirm their levels are regularly under 180/110mmHg to stay on the roads.
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Drivers who ignore the warning could face a prosecution and fines of up to £1,000 (Image: Getty)
BigWantsYourCar.com highlighted the easiest way to report high blood pressure to the DVLA is by filling out a VOCH1 form.
They continued: “If you’re diagnosed with high blood pressure, you must stop driving immediately and notify the DVLA by submitting form VOCH1.
“You need to make sure your condition is well-managed before getting back behind the wheel, as driving with untreated high blood pressure can have dangerous consequences.”
In addition to high blood pressure, the DVLA also requires drivers with a much wider range of medical conditions to come forward to prevent causing issues on the roads.
The list, which can be accessed on the Government’s website, features a number of common ailments, including epilepsy, sleep apnea, and heart conditions.
Those that ignore the request could face a number of serous consequences on the road, including a penalty of up to £1,000.