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DRIVING TESTS!
- Thread starter JoeJohno1
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I am type 1 very well controlled always in the green lol
Inka
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Who told you @JoeJohno1 ? Why do you have to do this test? What’s the test called?
Kernow-Debra
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@JoeJohno1 do you mean an extended test after a driving ban?
I did a driving assessment because of neuropathy in my feet. It was not really a test all (no three point turns etc) I just drove around with a couple of assessors in the car. It was very easy and well conducted. Nothing to worry about at all.
Hi no it’s because I have type1 I was told
Inka
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No, you just fillin a medical form normally. You don’t do an extra test.
How long have you had Type 1?
Leadinglights
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It is not clear from what you have said whether it is your first licence as you are learning to drive or renewal of a medically restricted licence or if you are applying for HGV or PSV licence as there may be more stringent testing for that.
There are rules about informing the DVLA about being on insulin or some other medications but I see nothing about the driving test itself being different or needing to have another test if you already have a licence.
It is an assessment its not a test
Inka
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Hi @JoeJohno1 I hope the replies have reassured you. Do tell us a little more about your diagnosis 🙂
Lucyr
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Did you give any answers on the form you fill in that would make them request this test? Who told you that it’s a very hard test?
Pumper_Sue
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Who told you this?
I agree its important to know the source of this (incorrect) information.
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There isn’t a requirement for any additional test to drive with diabetes @JoeJohno1 - but your license will be renewed much more frequently (currently every 3 years), and your fitness to drive will be assessed by your Dr every 3 years. You fill in a form sent by the DVLA, and your case gets looked at. As long as you are still hypo aware, and there are no concerns from your Dr, your license is renewed.
This page gives some information
Driving and diabetes
For most people with diabetes, driving isn’t a problem, and they can hold a driving licence and carry on driving. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about diabetes and driving. "As someone with diabetes, it's really important that I'm aware of the rules around driving in the UK" - Mim...
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