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I sent my passport to the DVLA to get my licence back over three weeks ago (after a ban). I can't phone the DVLA due to coronavirus. I need it for work. What do I do?
Is there any further news from DVLA regarding licence renewals for 70 year olds' photo licence? I am still unable to obtain a photo. My birthday is 6 June, which is getting ever nearer. I first wrote to...
It is now 10 weeks since I bought my new car. It was taxed online at the dealers. The form for the V5C was sent off, I have the green part. I had brief contact with the DVLA over the phone as I want to...
My car's insurance policy ends shortly and I want to know if I can let it lapse for a few months until more is known regarding the usage of vehicles under lockdown.
I have friend who has a mild form of glaucoma. Having reported it to DVLA, he was asked to get a test at an optician from a list advised by DVLA. He was told that he would hear from DVLA in two to three...
How would one protect the batteries in a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) during a prolonged period off the road, three to six months - for example? Is there a suitable battery protection device such as the ones...
How do you think covid-19 will affect the used vehicle market once lockdown is eased?
I have a 2019 Skoda Karoq auto, which I am not using due to the current coronavirus lockdown. It seems I cannot park it without the handbrake turning itself on. I've checked the manual but there appears...
I have a Toyota Corolla and I'm trying to find out if it's possible to park up without the electronic handbrake engaging. With current lockdown in place, it's parked up in my garage for longer periods...
The DVLA call centre isn't open due to Covid 19. I posted my V5C application two weeks ago. The website now says no paper applications until further notice. Will my application be processed?
 

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