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Official DVLA and police protocol launched for drivers hit by wrongful fines and cloned number plates. Here is how to cancel penalty charge notices.

Police and DVLA launch new system to help drivers overturn rogue driving fines

Experts have warned that not updating your address with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) can lead to hefty penalties.

Experts have warned that not updating your address with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) can lead to hefty penalties.

York drivers face £1,000 fines if they don't alert DVLA of this one change

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DLVA) issued an alert to older drivers on social media.

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DLVA) issued an alert to older drivers on social media.

DVLA warning to over 70s as they risk not being allowed to drive

Models from Toyota, Ford and Nissan were among the most stolen UK car models for the first six months of 2026

Models from Toyota, Ford and Nissan were among the most stolen UK car models for the first six months of 2026

UK's top 10 stolen car models in 2026 revealed with more than 1,300 vehicles taken

Failing to notify the DVLA of this change can result not only in a hefty fine

Failing to notify the DVLA of this change can result not only in a hefty fine

Little-known DVLA rule could see UK drivers fined £1,000 for simple mistake

Latest figures show almost 20,000 customers called DVLA’s contact centre to report fraudulent activity.

Latest figures show almost 20,000 customers called DVLA’s contact centre to report fraudulent activity.

DVLA warning to UK drivers following surge in driving licence and vehicle scams

Drivers in the UK over the age of 70 could soon be forced to take mandatory eye tests.

Drivers in the UK over the age of 70 could soon be forced to take mandatory eye tests.

33,000 licences revoked by DVLA due to common condition - 'red flags' to watch for

Failure to tax your car can result in escalating fines, up to £2,500, and could see your vehicle clamped.

Failure to tax your car can result in escalating fines, up to £2,500, and could see your vehicle clamped.

DVLA clamping warning to UK drivers as more than 56,000 clamped in 2025

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a fine of up to £1,000

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a fine of up to £1,000

Warning as drivers who passed their test before 2017 face £1,000 fines next year

Older drivers are being reminded to renew their driving licence online with DVLA for free if they’re 70 or over – or will be 70 in the next 90 days.

Older drivers are being reminded to renew their driving licence online with DVLA for free if they’re 70 or over – or will be 70 in the next 90 days.

Highway Code: DVLA warning for drivers aged 70 and over to reapply for licence

Make sure the DVLA is informed of your health condition if needed

Make sure the DVLA is informed of your health condition if needed

5 surprising health conditions motorists must tell the DVLA about

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

DVLA number plate fine warning ahead of change coming next week

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

DVLA issues fresh warning to all drivers over 70 who risk £1,000 fines

DVLA: Drivers with high blood pressure 'could be fined £1,000 and prosecuted’

Motorists who ignore DVLA requirements could face fines of up to £1,000, with additional penalties ranging from three to six points on their licence

Motorists who ignore DVLA requirements could face fines of up to £1,000, with additional penalties ranging from three to six points on their licence

More than 1 million drivers risking £1,000 fine over little known DVLA rule

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

DVLA issues £1,000 fine warning to all drivers over 70

The DVLA advises people to renew their licence on its official website as it is the quickest and cheapest method

The DVLA advises people to renew their licence on its official website as it is the quickest and cheapest method

Drivers warned of £1,000 DVLA fines and penalty points if they do not act

New rules from HMRC will see petrol and diesel car owners facing increased costs March 1 2025, while electric cars benefit from lower rates.

New rules from HMRC will see petrol and diesel car owners facing increased costs March 1 2025, while electric cars benefit from lower rates.

HMRC rule changes for petrol and diesel drivers from this week

No-one likes to receive a parking ticket, and it seems that a rule change may mean that the DVLA will stop sharing driver details with private parking firms

No-one likes to receive a parking ticket, and it seems that a rule change may mean that the DVLA will stop sharing driver details with private parking firms

Private parking fines could be stopped by DVLA in new rule change

Digital driving licences stored in a new government app on smartphones that can be used to prove a person’s age are to be made launched this year

Digital driving licences stored in a new government app on smartphones that can be used to prove a person’s age are to be made launched this year

New digital driving licences to be launched this year as part of government app

Motorists in the UK are being urged to make sure their driving licences have not expired

Motorists in the UK are being urged to make sure their driving licences have not expired

Drivers who passed before 2015 at risk of £1,000 DVLA fine - how to avoid

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the DVLA is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and can be punished with a £1,000 fine

DVLA £1,000 fine warning as drivers aged over 70 risk losing their licence

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

DVLA issues number plate warning to UK drivers - how to avoid £1,000 fines

This is the full list of medical conditions you may need to tell the DVLA about

This is the full list of medical conditions you may need to tell the DVLA about

Drivers risk £1,000 fine if they don’t tell DVLA about these medical conditions

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Drivers who passed their test before 2014 urged to make crucial check or risk fine

Fraudsters are imitating the DVLA to try and convince drivers to hand over their personal details

Fraudsters are imitating the DVLA to try and convince drivers to hand over their personal details

DVLA warning to drivers over car tax scam - what to look out for

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988

UK drivers warned of £1,000 fine for overlooked licence detail

The DVLA's eyesight changes will require those with specific visual impairments to report their conditions to the driving authority.

The DVLA's eyesight changes will require those with specific visual impairments to report their conditions to the driving authority.

The eye test you need to pass to drive safely ahead of DVLA's eyesight changes

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

You could be fined £1,000 if you passed your driving test before 2014

The DVLA advises people to renew on its official website as it is the quickest and cheapest method.

The DVLA advises people to renew on its official website as it is the quickest and cheapest method.

Drivers urged to check their licence immediately to avoid £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

DVLA £1,000 fine warning to anyone who passed their test before 2014

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

York drivers warned of £1,000 number plate fine ahead of change next week

York is one of many centres around the country that has no tests available right now. (PA)

York is one of many centres around the country that has no tests available right now. (PA)

No driving tests available for learners at York centre amid major backlog

A tax text scam is just one of a few scams that drivers have fallen for in the past. (PA)

A tax text scam is just one of a few scams that drivers have fallen for in the past. (PA)

DVLA issue warning of 5 scams that could cost drivers up to £5,000

DVLA data has revealed the most stolen cars in the UK during 2021. Picture: NQ staff

DVLA data has revealed the most stolen cars in the UK during 2021. Picture: NQ staff

Top 10 most stolen cars in the UK 2021 - see the list

The list of companies most used in text scams includes the likes of Royal Mail, Tesco, Amazon, Sky and Boots.

The list of companies most used in text scams includes the likes of Royal Mail, Tesco, Amazon, Sky and Boots.

Top 20 companies impersonated by scammers - how to protect yourself

DVLA issue urgent scam warning to UK drivers and anyone booking their test. (PA/Canva)

DVLA issue urgent scam warning to UK drivers and anyone booking their test. (PA/Canva)

DVLA issue urgent scam warning to UK drivers and anyone booking their test

The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers in the UK

The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers in the UK

DVLA issues warning to everyone with a driving licence in the UK