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Five weeks ago I had a total hip replacement and would like to know the rules governing when I can resume driving? I’ve searched online and asked a doctor and physiotherapist but no one seems to be sure....
My BSA was registered in October 1979. When does it become eligible for historic status as far as DVLA is concerned? Their website suggests they have only got up to January 1979.
I have an old car in the shed that has not run for 20 years and would like to sell the number plate which has some value. How can I do this?
I have a BSA C15 that was last taxed in 1987 and is not on a SORN. How do I sell the plate?
Can the DVLA legally clamp an untaxed and SORN-less car parked on private land?
I have to renew my licence which will take up to three weeks - meanwhile, can I drive to Germany?
I am looking to sell my car but cannot find the V5C logbook. What is the procedure for getting a new one and will this delay the sale?
Because of my age, 72, I am restricted to towing a small trailer (gross weight 750kg). How can I upgrade my driving licence to tow a bigger trailer, say 2500kg? Also, I have a tractor - does the trailer...
I have been offered a 1982 Renault 4 GTL but it has no paperwork. The car is in Spain on UK-plates. Can I somehow get new papers for this car so I can use it in Spain? The owner lives in London and can't...
My car number has been cloned - I have notified the Met Police and been given a crime reference number - the vehicle was picked up when it entered a bus lane in London. I have also notified the DVLA. I...