Replacement Driving Licence Counterpart
Discussion
Approximately 7 years ago I received 3 points, and so had my counterpart license sent off and replaced with one showing my points.
I have since "misplaced" the counterpart.
According to the DVLA website and google searches (primarily yahoo answers, which are just appalling!)I need to request a replacement at a cost of £20.
Being a tight arse, I don't want to pay them anything.
However, I am looking at hiring a car in the states this summer and so I presume I'll need both my photo card license and counterpart?
If so, is there anyway I can obtain my counterpart (legally) without paying?
£20 does seem expensive for the sake of some welsh person opening their database, doing a search for me, clicking print and posting.
Also noting the photo is old; although valid and is always accepted - it shows a younger version of me (16) when I had no sense of style and looked like a complete prat.
I have since "misplaced" the counterpart.
According to the DVLA website and google searches (primarily yahoo answers, which are just appalling!)I need to request a replacement at a cost of £20.
Being a tight arse, I don't want to pay them anything.
However, I am looking at hiring a car in the states this summer and so I presume I'll need both my photo card license and counterpart?
If so, is there anyway I can obtain my counterpart (legally) without paying?
£20 does seem expensive for the sake of some welsh person opening their database, doing a search for me, clicking print and posting.
Also noting the photo is old; although valid and is always accepted - it shows a younger version of me (16) when I had no sense of style and looked like a complete prat.
Perfect!
Thank you boys and girls.
It was the only reason I wanted a replacement.
I'm unsure why we bother having the counterpart?
What is its purpose?
We don't need it to buy a car, insure a car, tax a car, MOT a car.
We don't need it to rent a car - plus any person/ company can contact the DVLA and obtain the details for any said naughtiness.
Plus with the advent of the Nation Database; [although the data is not always accurate and in desperate need to have legislation in place ensuring all insurance companies and such ilk update the NDB on a nightly basis - but that's a rant for another time.]
Our BiB can either use ANPR or telephone HQ for any naughtiness.
That's £20 saved nevertheless.
Guess I'll place a bet on a couple of fine whippets tonight
Just checked and, my license expires in 2012.
ARGH, tiz the end of the world!
Thank you boys and girls.
It was the only reason I wanted a replacement.
I'm unsure why we bother having the counterpart?
What is its purpose?
We don't need it to buy a car, insure a car, tax a car, MOT a car.
We don't need it to rent a car - plus any person/ company can contact the DVLA and obtain the details for any said naughtiness.
Plus with the advent of the Nation Database; [although the data is not always accurate and in desperate need to have legislation in place ensuring all insurance companies and such ilk update the NDB on a nightly basis - but that's a rant for another time.]
Our BiB can either use ANPR or telephone HQ for any naughtiness.
That's £20 saved nevertheless.
Guess I'll place a bet on a couple of fine whippets tonight
Just checked and, my license expires in 2012.
ARGH, tiz the end of the world!
shep1001 said:
covboy said:
Just as an aside – Have you checked the expiry date on your photocard licence?
7 years ago for your points, means you might be getting near.
Lot of people caught out with expired licences because no reminders are sent out.
Yes they do got mine Saturday. Still look as ugly as I did 10yrs ago, new photo will make F'all difference other than my wallet £20 lighter.7 years ago for your points, means you might be getting near.
Lot of people caught out with expired licences because no reminders are sent out.
Also for the sake of £20 do you want to get turned down for a hire car when you are away on holiday/business? What will it cost you if they won't rent you a car? I go to the States (Florida) several times a year. Alamo always ask for both parts of the licence.
Shep
Edited by shep1001 on Monday 17th January 23:24
Edited by shep1001 on Monday 17th January 23:26
I'm wanting to hire a soft-top for route 66 between vegas and the canyon
Think I'll send off for a full replacement, seeing as mine expires next year - so why pay twice.
Cheers for the help peeps, much appreciated - as always!
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