Laws of Motoring
In this section, you'll find an extensive guide to the laws that affect you as a motorist. This includes a look at the rules of the road as found in the Highway Code, along with the documentation that you must have in order to drive, such as a drivers licence, tax disc, insurance and vehicle registration certificate (V5C). There's also information on what happens if you get onto the wrong side of the law, with advice on endorsements, penalty points and disqualification.
In this Section on InterSites:
The Highway Code
A look at the essential guide for all road users.
Vehicle Registration Certificate
Everything you need to know about the V5C (logbook), including advice on how to apply for a replacement document and how to inform DVLA of any changes to your personal or vehicle details.
MOT
Your step-by-step guide to putting your car through its MOT (Ministry of Transport) test, including the basic pre-MOT checks that can help to prevent your car from failing.
Road Tax
A comprehensive look at the Vehicle Excise Licence (vehicle tax disc) - from checking which tax band your vehicle belongs in, to how you can renew your disc.
Insurance
Find out how you can protect your car against the unexpected.
Traffic Accidents
Your essential guide to what to do if you're unlucky enough to be involved in a car accident, along with some tips on making an insurance claim.
Driver Licensing
A rundown of what you need to do in order to apply for a driving licence, along with advice on changing your details and renewing your licence at 70.
Endorsements and Disqualifications
If you're convicted of a motoring offence, find out the range of penalties that you might receive - from points on your licence to an outright ban.
