The 10 medical conditions that can lead to your driver's licence being revoked - full list

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Motorists with these medical conditions are at risk of losing their licence (Image: Getty)

Motorists are at risk of losing their driving licence and being banned from the roads if they are suffering from one of 10 medical conditions, according to experts.

Specialists at Quotezone have warned motorists with common issues such as eye conditions, or diabetes run the risk of having their licence immediately revoked by the DVLA.

Road users suffering from heart conditions or motorists vulnerable to seizures and epilepsy are also likely to be banned.

However, less invasive problems such as motorists relying on certain medications or those recovering from operations may also be against the guidelines.

Greg Wilson, founder of car insurance comparison site Quotezone warned individuals had to report any issues to the DVLA as soon as they arise.

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Drivers 'may be unaware' of certain medical conditions (Image: Getty)

He commented: “The DVLA has an extensive list of over 110 conditions that can affect driving, so some motorists may be unaware of all of these conditions or the extent to which they can affect driving ability.

“We found some quite surprising and lesser-known conditions, some of which carry an increased risk and therefore insurance premiums can be higher – or more seriously, some ailments can even result in the driver’s licence being revoked.

“If drivers have been diagnosed with any of these conditions they need to inform both the DVLA and their insurance provider, since having inaccurate details on the insurance policy can void the insurance and leave drivers unprotected.”

Analysis from experts at LeaseLoco earlier this year revealed that almost 650,000 UK drivers (646,972) have had their driving licence revoked for medical concerns since 2014.

A staggering 68,088 licences were taken off drivers in 2023, up from the 65,692 photocards taken from holders in 2022.

Motorists who fail to report any medical condition to the DVLA could be penalised with strict fines for motorists caught not following the rules.

Individuals staying silent about conditions should expect a £1,000 fine and could face more extreme measures if they are involved in a collision.

However, John Wilimot, CEO of LeaseLoco has previously questioned whether a tougher penalty is necessary.

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He explained: “You can be fined up to £1,000 for not informing the DVLA about a medical condition that affects your driving, but is that really a strong enough deterrent?

“With so many of us relying on our cars for work and leisure, some drivers may think it's worth the risk to stay silent. For them, surrendering their licence could mean losing their mobility, their job, and the ability to visit family and friends.”

10 medical conditions drivers must report to the DVLA