Drivers told to check driving licences to see what they cab drive

It varies depending on when you got your licence

Drivers are being urged by experts to check the back of their driving licence to check they are properly qualified to get behind the wheel of their chosen vehicle. After motorists pass their driving test it only qualifies them to drive certain vehicles and additional tests may be required if they want to drive other types, experts from Quotezone.co.uk have warned.

Those who passed their test before 1997 are automatically qualified to drive a much wider range of vehicles than those who sat their driving test after this date. Founder of Quotezone.co.uk, Greg Wilson, has said: ‘’There are many different types of vehicles, and it is important for drivers to know what they are legally allowed to drive so that they avoid penalties and ensure their motor insurance is valid.

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