How long can I wait after Mod before sending off my license?

[MarkW]

Hi folks

Apologies if this has been covered elsewhere. I have my Mod 2 test on Wednesday, but will need to keep my car license at hand until the end of August. Assuming I pass, what is the time limit for sending off the test certificate and car license?

Many thanks!

[MissBex]

Heya, Just had a look on the GOV.UK website and it says:

"You must exchange your test pass certificate within 2 years of passing your test or you’ll have to retake your test."

Hope this helps and good luck with your Mod 2!

[MarkW]

Thanks Bex! I'll be fine if I can keep 24 years of bad driving habits under control (ignoring the speed limit, sticking my wheel in the 'no waiting' box, cutting corners when nobody's there etc etc...)

[runningman]

BTW takes about 3 weeks to get your licence back with your new entitlement added.

[Stu]

You should get your licence back before August!

[MarkW]

Thanks guys.

I'll need my car licence for something in a fortnight and then again in early august for our family holiday, so I'll wait until I get home at the end of August before sending it off.

[klingelton]

I got mine back in a week, although I expect every government body is currently involved with working to reduce the passport backlog!