The DVLA has warned pensioners that they face a hefty fine if they do not renew their licence. Motorists over the age of 70 need to renew their licence every three years in order to avoid a fine of £1,000.
The government department has advised motorists to use their online system to renew their licence and avoid delays, while also warning people against using other unofficial middle man websites. Get the latest news from across Wales sent straight to your inbox for free by signing up to our newsletters.
Drivers have been advised that they should only renew their licence directly from the government. While these sites appear to be official and appear high up on online search results, elderly motorists are warned that they could be ripped off if they choose to use them over the DVLA system.