The Mature Driver Appraisal Service is currently under review. No bookings are being taken at the moment.
A mature driver appraisal has been developed to support a driver’s confidence and to keep people driving safely for longer.
*AREAS COVERED UNDER OUR DRIVING SCHOOL IN WEST YORKSHIRE, HARROGATE AND YORK*
The Mature Driver Appraisal is aimed at drivers over the age of 65, who are wanting to prove a satisfactory level of driving, those who may have undergone a change in their circumstances, e.g. grandparents, nervous drivers, extended period of not driving, change of job or retired. Or perhaps you simply want an honest evaluation of your skills, with a view to topping them up with further training.
The appraisal is not a review of your medical fitness to drive. Should you have a diagnosed medical condition which that may impact on your driving then we recommend you attend a Driving Mobility Centre who can cater for your needs with experts in this field. For our driving assessments please click here: https://wmdlc.org/booking/driver-assessment/
In partnership with: 
William Merritt Centre are happy to announce to support the West Yorkshire Vision Zero Stratergy.
Clients within the West Yorkshire post code area will be eligible to apply a discount to their Mature Driving Appraisal. To see if you meet the criteria; check this link.
The project is support older drivers, over the age of 65, stay safe and supported on the roads and to align with the mission of William Merritt Centre and West Yorkshire Vision Zero.
The Strategy sets out the plan to eradicate all road deaths and serious injuries in the county by 2040.
The main aim of the West Yorkshire Vision Zero Strategy is to eradicate all road deaths and serious injuries in the county by 2040 and to do this by deliverying 5 key initiatives:
- Safe roads
- Safe behaviours
- Safe speeds
- Safe vehicles
- Post-collision response
Can you support the pledge?
West Yorkshire Vision Zero want you to join the pledge to support safer roads. You can do this by signing the link below to do what you can to eliminate all road deaths and serious injuries by 2040.
What does an appraisal involve?
The appraisal will be delivered by specially selected and trained Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Approved Driving Instructors (ADI) who have a good understanding of the needs of mature drivers.· The assessment takes place in your own vehicle in a relaxed and informal manner.
- The appraisal will start from your home address or agreed pre-arranged meeting place depending on your wishes.
- Prior to going out on the road the ADI will complete a short questionnaire and safety check. The ADI will also check you have a current valid driving licence as well conducting a 20m number plate eyesight check.
- The ADI will check that your vehicle is road legal and you have the appropriate MOT and insurance in place. Your vehicle will also need to be in a good state of repair and safe to be on the roads.
- The appraisal will take around 60 minutes with breaks during the drive.
- The appraisal will be tailored to your needs and will try to include a variety of roads from urban, rural and dual carriageway routes and if you wish motorways can be included. If you wish you can bring along a friend or family member to make you feel more comfortable.
- The appraisal is not a test. After your appraisal the assessor will give you honest and objective verbal feedback and complete a written report on your driving ability at the time of taking part, which you will be supplied with. The assessor may signpost you to additional support and advice, or an assessment more appropriate to your needs and requirements.
How much does the appraisal cost?
The Mature Driver Appraisal is £70.
Do you live in a West Yorkshire Coucil Area?
West Yorkshire Vision Zero are supporting those who live in a West Yorkshire Local Authority. You can apply a discount code of MDA20 to reduce the cost of the Mature Drive Appraisal to £20.
Check to see if you are eligible.*
*Important
The West Yorkshire Vision Zero Project has provided funding to support residents within the West Yorkshire Combined Authority area. As a result, this discount code can only be used by people living within eligible postcode areas.
If an application is received from outside the funded area, the discount will not be applied and the full fee will be payable.
Eyesight
It is recommended that all clients should have had an eyesight test with an optician within the last 2 years.
Should you wear glasses or contact lenses for driving then ensure you wear these on the day of your appraisal. If you can not read a number plate at the legal prescribed distance on the day, then the appraisal can not go ahead.
Medical conditions
It is the driver’s legal responsibility to inform the DVLA of any notifiable medical conditions. To check if you have a condition which is notifiable visit this link:
https://www.gov.uk/health-conditions-and-driving
If you have a medical condition effecting your driving you will not be eligible for a Mature Driver Appraisal, please see our Driving assessments page.
Any questions? please call us on: 0113 350 8989 or email us at info@wmdlc.org