Motorists could be ‘driving illegally’ due to this rule (Image: Getty)
UK motorists could be “driving illegally” and risk fines and penalty points for breaking a simple rule, experts have warned. Failing to report a medical condition or a disability to the may
while behind the wheel and could require motorists to take a break from the roads. However, threatened with the loss of freedoms, busy individuals may simply ignore their condition and try and keep it quiet to retain their . The law states drivers “must inform the DVLA” of a “notifiable” medical condition if it is getting worse. Simply ignoring a problem means any driving licences will not reflect their current condition, something that could come with consequences.
Motorists must update their details with any medical conditions or disabilities (Image: Getty)
Matt Fieldhouse, Group Managing Director and Accessible Car Expert at urged road users to never play games with licences over fears of being caught out.
Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, he said: “It is essential that motorists are honest when it comes to disclosing their medical conditions or disabilities with the DVLA, at all times.
“As the government website defines it, you must inform the DVLA if you have a licence and you either develop a ‘notifiable’ medical condition or disability, or your condition/disability has got worse since you got your licence.
“Since the DVLA legally requires those with medical conditions/disabilities to disclose them, it may get to a point where you are driving illegally if your driving licence isn’t updated to reflect these conditions.
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“For some, this may end up with a £1,000 fine and six points on your licence.
“Being honest with the DVLA is critical because not only does it make the roads safer for all users, but it also is the first step for motorists to look at adaptations that can be put in place to allow them to drive freely and independently.”
Notifiable conditions such as heart conditions, epilepsy, or strokes.
However, these such as diabetes and sleep apnoea.
Motorists can inform the DVLA of any condition by finding the relevant form and posting it back.
There are different forms for various conditions and disabilities with GOV.UK urging individuals to contact the DVLA if they are unsure what needs to be filled out.
added: “You could be fined up to £1,000 if you do not tell DVLA about a condition that might affect your ability to drive safely. You could also be prosecuted if you have an accident.”