You can appeal or challenge DVLA decisions relating to: the refusal or revocation of a driving licence on medical grounds, penalties for not notifying the DVLA of a medical condition, vehicle registration and SORN disputes, penalty charge notices for unlicensed vehicles, and licensing fee disputes. Each type of decision has a different appeals process, which LetterDeck navigates automatically.

Yes. Under the Road Traffic Act 1988 (s.92), you are legally required to notify the DVLA of any medical condition that affects your fitness to drive. The DVLA can then revoke or restrict your licence after obtaining medical evidence. However, their decisions can be wrong — particularly where a condition is well controlled. You have the right to appeal a revocation to a Magistrates Court within 21 days.

Driving while disqualified or without a valid licence is a serious criminal offence under the Road Traffic Act 1988, carrying up to six months' imprisonment and an unlimited fine. If you believe a revocation is wrong, appeal it through the proper channels rather than driving unlicensed.

The strongest evidence for a DVLA medical appeal is a letter from your GP or specialist confirming that your condition is stable and well-controlled, and that in their clinical opinion you are fit to drive. Specialist assessments and DVLA-approved driving assessments (from centres like the Forum of Mobility Centres) can also be very persuasive.