There are some things we all know we need to tell the DVLA about if they are affecting our ability to drive - like sight problems.
But you might not be aware of a number of medical conditions that also require you to inform the DVLA - or potentially face a £1,000 fine.
Motorists could also face potential prosecution if they are involved in a collision caused due to their condition.
Car hire comparison company, Stress Free Car Rental, has listed some of the conditions you must declare that you may not be aware of
Here they are:
Diabetes
You need to tell DVLA if you have diabetes treated by insulin, and your insulin treatments last or will last over three months. This applies if you have gestational diabetes too. You should also let them know if you get disabling hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) or if a medical professional has told you that you’re at risk of developing it.
Vertigo
If you experience dizziness that is sudden, disabling, or recurrent, you must tell the DVLA. This applies to car, motorcycle, bus, coach and lorry drivers.
Sleep apnoea
There are several sleep disorders that you should tell the DVLA about, including confirmed moderate or severe obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS), narcolepsy, cataplexy, and any other condition that has caused excessive sleepiness for at least three months. You should also notify them if you’re taking medication that has caused excessive sleepiness for three months
Labyrinthitis
You must tell DVLA if you have labyrinthitis, which is an inner ear disorder that can cause dizziness, nausea, and loss of hearing.
Heart palpitations
If you regularly have heart palpitations, which are heartbeats that suddenly become more noticeable and may feel like pounding, fluttering, or irregular beating, the DVLA require you to inform them.
Déjà vu
You must tell DVLA if you have seizures or epilepsy that cause déjà vu. Déjà vu is a neurological anomaly related to epileptic electrical discharge in the brain, creating a strong sensation that an event or experience currently being experienced has already been experienced in the past. You should talk to your doctor if you’re not sure if your déjà vu is related to seizures or epilepsy.
A spokesperson for Stress Free Car Rental said: “A few of the conditions we’ve highlighted are obscure, but when you consider their side effects, it’s clear to see why the DVLA need to know.
“If you forget and are involved in an accident as a result of your health condition, it could even lead to prosecution – so it’s really imperative to make sure you’re abiding by the rules. The rules for certain health conditions differ for bus, coach or lorry drivers, so it’s always best to double-check.”
A spokesman for the DVLA said: "Motorists must notify us of any condition that may affect their ability to drive safely. Anyone with concerns about how a medical condition could affect their fitness to drive should speak with a doctor, optician or medical professional involved in their care."
If you suffer from any of the medical conditions listed above, or you think you have any condition which the DVLA may need to be made aware of, you can tell them about it here.
