Depression and driving

You only need to tell DVLA if your depression affects your ability to drive safely.

You can be fined up to £1,000 if you do not tell DVLA about a medical condition that affects your driving. You may be prosecuted if you’re involved in an accident as a result.

Ask your doctor if you’re not sure if your depression will affect your driving.

Find out what you need to do if you have severe depression.

Car or motorcycle licence

You must tell DVLA if your condition will affect your driving. Fill in the M1 questionnaire and send it to DVLA. The address is on the form.

Bus, coach or lorry licence

You must tell DVLA if your condition will affect your driving. Fill in form M1V and send it to DVLA. The address is on the form.