Drivers warned they face £1k fine for failing to declare any of these 7 changes

DRIVERS who fail to declare seven changes risk a £1,000 fine – don’t be caught out.

Motorists have been told withholding crucial information from the DVLA could result in bank-breaking penalties this summer.

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Now motoring experts at Quotezone.co.uk have named seven things vehicle owners must declare to authorities.

To avoid forking out the eye-watering fine, take into consideration the following.

Car modifications

Drivers need to update certain changes made to their vehicle on a V5C registration and send off evidence.

Changes made to your vehicle, such as chassis or body shell modifications, number plate adaptations, or changes to the vehicle’s colour must be disclosed to the DVLA.

If the car is deemed not to be roadworthy, a court summon or fine may be imposed.

Disclose driver details

If the registered owner of a motor is alleged to have committed an offence, that individual must provide the details of who was behind the wheel at the time of the crime.

Failure to do so will sting the owner with six points and a fine of up to £1,000.

Changes to eyesight

Those contending with eyesight impairments such as cataracts or glaucoma likewise must inform the DVLA.

Motorists must be able to read a number plate at 20 metres, rules state.

Those who fail to do so could risk a fine of up to £1,000 and 3 penalty points on their license if caught on the road.

Others may have their license revoked by cops if they are believed to be a safety risk to other drivers.

Medical conditions

Those who don’t declare a medical condition could likewise be set back £1,000.

The DVLA has an extensive list of over 110 conditions that can affect driving, so scan through the list to see if you fall victim to any of them.

A change to name or gender

Not informing the DVLA of a legal name or gender change could land drivers a £1,000 fine.

Drivers are urged to send off their old license and any supporting documents to ensure everything is up to date.

If a vehicle is not in use or off road

Any keeper of a vehicle which is not going to be in use for a long period of time should declare it as SORN.

This way, they won’t have to pay for it – though it must be kept in a private garage or driveway.

If the motor is caught on public roads for any other reason than for a booked MOT or testing appointment, a prosecution and devastating £2500 fee may follow.

Change of address

Permanent or temporary, the DVLA must be informed of any address changes so they can always reach the vehicle owner – and can be modified online.

Drivers can be fined up to £1,000 if they do not tell DVLA of an address change. 

Greg Wilson, Founder and CEO of Quotezone.co.uk said: “Motorists should always keep the UK’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency up to date with any changes. 

“There are a few things that car owners must tell the DVLA, and anyone that doesn’t risks a huge fine, or even being taken to court.

“It is easy to think some of these details, like a change of address, are insignificant and therefore forget to notify them, but there could be serious and expensive consequences.

“If you are registered as the official keeper of a car, you have the responsibility for official communications with the police, the DVLA and your insurer.

“If you need to check if you need to get in touch with the DVLA to notify them of anything, go to their website.”

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