DVLA gives update to all drivers with new change to document access (2025)

The DVLA has announced a change to its services with a new update set to simplify the process of accessing vital information

The DVLA has unveiled a revamped service in a bid to make motoring admin tasks easier for drivers. Announced on X, previously known as Twitter, the update is set to centralise all the information and paperwork that motorists need.

The government body announced: "You can now view your driving licence and vehicle information in one place! Set up your Driver and vehicles account on http://GOV.UK today. It’s free, quick and secure: http://gov.uk/dvla/account"

By creating a driver and vehicles account on Gov.UK, drivers will be able to deal with many life admin tasks in one place, whether it's renewing their driving licence or checking when their vehicle tax needs to be paid.

The tasks that can be carried out on the new page include:

• view your driving record, for example vehicles you can drive
• check your penalty points or disqualifications
• add and view details of your vehicles - including when the MOT expires
• check the tax rates for your vehicles
• set up vehicle tax reminders by email and SMS - if you pay tax every 6 or 12 months
• choose to stop getting vehicle tax reminders by post
• renew your photocard driving licence
• view a photo of your driving licence (you’ll need a valid photocard driving licence)
• create a licence ‘check code’ to share your driving record with someone, for example a car hire company
• view your Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) and tachograph information, if you have these

Registering for this service requires a driving licence issued in England, Scotland or Wales, or having a vehicle log book (V5C) with your name in the registration.

The change comes ahead of the rollout of digital driving licences set for summer 2025, which will also see motorists get an easy way to carry their licence with the introduction of the Gov.UK wallet.

This innovative system will allow drivers to digitally carry essential credentials such as their driving licence on their smartphones, also allowing the verification of age when purchasing restricted items without the physical card.

In a joint statement, several government agencies announced: "The GOV.UK Wallet will allow users to securely store government-issued documents on their phone and use them easily when needed.

"The technology will make use of security features that are built into modern smart phones, including facial recognition checks similar to those used when people pay using a digital bank card. It means that digital documents will be more secure, even if a device is lost."

Science Secretary Peter Kyle explained the positives of the new scheme: "For people who choose to use GOV.UK Wallet, they will find it easier to prove they're entitled to benefits or check their age when buying alcohol or DIY equipment, with more security and trust than ever before."

He added: "Crucially, it also opens huge opportunities to make interacting with public services much easier by putting people in control of their own data."

The Gov.UK Wallet is set to be launched on iOS and Android devices later this year.