Essential Documents

For how long is an MOT certificate normally valid?

• Three years after the date it was issued

• One year after the date it was issued

• 30,000 miles

• 10,000 miles

What is a cover note?

• A document issued before you receive your MOT certificate

• A document issued before you receive your registration document

• A document issued before you receive your insurance certificate

• A document issued before you receive your driving licence

You've just passed your practical test. You don't hold a full licence in another category. Within two years you get six penalty points on your licence. What will you have to do?

• Retake only your theory test

• Retake only your practical test

• Retake your theory and practical tests

• Reapply for your full licence immediately

For how long is a Statutory Off-Road Notification (SORN) valid?

• Until the vehicle is repaired or modified

• Until the vehicle is insured and MOT'd

• Until the vehicle is taxed, sold or scrapped

• Until the vehicle is used on the road

What is a Statutory Off-Road Notification (SORN)?

• Information kept by the police about the owner of a vehicle

• Information held by insurance companies to check a vehicle is insured

• A notification to tell DVSA that a vehicle doesn't have a current MOT

• A notification to tell DVLA that a vehicle isn't being used on the road

What's the maximum fine for driving without insurance?

• £5000

• £1000

• £500

• Unlimited

Who's legally responsible for ensuring that a vehicle registration certificate (V5C) is updated?

• The vehicle manufacturer

• The registered vehicle keeper

• The licensing authority

• Your insurance company

In which of these circumstances must you show your insurance certificate?

• When buying or selling a vehicle

• When having an MOT inspection

• When making a SORN

• When a police officer asks you for it

Which of these is needed before you can legally use a vehicle on the road?

• A valid driving licence

• Proof of your identity

• Breakdown cover

• A vehicle handbook

What must you have when you apply to renew your vehicle excise licence?

• Valid insurance

• The vehicle's chassis number

• A valid driving licence

• The handbook