Petition · Department for Transport
Require people over 70 have a compulsory eye tests every 2 years to drive
Closed
171 signatures
What the petition asks
We want the government to introduce legislation to require all people over 70 to have a compulsory eye test every 2 years. We want it to be made mandatory for GP’s or Opticians to notify DVLA if a person’s eyesight does not meet the minimum requirements to drive a car.
My reasoning in making it mandatory for the GP/Optician to notify the DLVA is that there is no mechanism for the DLVA to check eyesight results. I understand that currently, it's up to the individual to notify the DVLA. That’s why I want GPs/Opticians to notify them instead of the individual. To me, it makes more sense.
Timeline
| 8 May 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
171
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
8 May 2025
Closed
8 Nov 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 9 Aug 2026.