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Licences, insurance, MOT, vehicle tax and the paperwork you need by law.

What this topic covers

Licences, insurance, MOT, vehicle tax and the paperwork you need by law. The full Motorcycle Theory Test app contains 25 questions on this topic.

In the app's syllabus: Licences, Insurance, MOT test certificates.

Worked examples

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Example 1

What must you have when you apply to renew your vehicle tax?

A. Valid insurance ✓ correct
B. A valid driving licence
C. The handbook
D. The vehicle's chassis number

Explanation: You can renew your vehicle tax online, at post offices and by phone using the DVLA vehicle tax service. When applying, make sure you have all the relevant valid documents, including a valid MOT test certificate where applicable.

Example 2

When must your vehicle have valid insurance cover?

A. Before you can make a SORN
B. Before you can sell the vehicle
C. Before you can scrap the vehicle
D. Before you can tax the vehicle ✓ correct

Explanation: Your vehicle must have valid insurance cover before you can tax it. If required, it will also need to have a valid MOT certificate. You can tax your vehicle online, by phone or at certain post offices.

Example 3

Your insurer will issue you with an insurance certificate. When must you produce this document for inspection?

A. When making a SORN
B. When buying or selling a vehicle
C. When a police officer asks you for it ✓ correct
D. When your vehicle is having an MOT test

Explanation: You must produce a valid insurance certificate when requested by a police officer. If you cannot do this immediately, you may be asked to take it to a police station. Other documents you may be asked to produce are your driving licence and the vehicle's MOT certificate.

Example 4

What information can be found on a motorcycle's registration document?

A. The date of the MOT
B. The service history
C. The type of insurance cover required
D. The registered keeper's name ✓ correct

Explanation: Every vehicle on the road has a registration document. This records any change of ownership and gives specific information relating to the vehicle and owner. This includes the date of first registration, the registration number, the make and colour of the vehicle, and the registered keeper's name.

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