Make a subject access request to DVLA
To find out what information DVLA holds about you, and your vehicle, you can make a subject access request (SAR). The quickest way is to fill in the form and submit by email.
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You’ve a right to ask for personal data DVLA holds about you. This is known as a right of subject access and is governed by the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
You’ll need to provide us with information to help prove your identity, so that we can find the information you’re asking for and process your request.
You can ask for information that DVLA holds about:
- your driver record
- your current vehicle
- a vehicle that used to be registered in your name
There is no charge for this information.
Information about your driver record
You’ll need to include:
- your full name
- date of birth
- your current address and the address shown on your GB driving licence (if different)
- as much detail as possible, if you want us to retrieve medical information held about your fitness to drive
You can view your driving record for a list of your driving bans, penalty points and disqualifications.
If you’re living in Northern Ireland you can ask the Driver & Vehicle Agency for information about you on your driver record.
Information about your vehicle
You’ll need to include:
- your full name
- your current address and the address on your V5C registration certificate (log book)
- the registration number of the vehicle you’re asking about
- what information you need, for example when the vehicle was first registered or the date you bought it
How to make a request
You can either:
- submit your request, using the form, and attach to an email to send to SubjectAccess.Requests@dvla.gov.uk
- print the form, fill it in, and send to Subject Access Request (SAR) Enquiries, DVLA, Swansea SA99 1BX
- email or post a letter, and include the information we ask for on the form
- apply by webchat or phone
Do not use these details for general enquiries - contact DVLA instead.
Last updated 9 August 2022 + show all updates
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