The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) this week issued a reminder about a key validity rule, encouraging drivers to act before time runs out. The organisation took to social media platform X to share its alert.

In a post yesterday, the DVLA said: "10 years can fly by when you’re having fun! Remember to renew your driving licence every 10 years, then the journey can go on! This pit stop is quick and easy, go to https://www.gov.uk/renew-driving-licence ."

On its 'renew your driving licence' page, the DVLA makes it clear that legally, "you must renew a photocard licence every 10 years."

However, if you're unsure when your existing licence was first issued or last updated, there's no need to worry. Any motorists who need to renew will "receive a reminder before your current licen

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