NSW Older Driver Licensing
It is mandatory for all licence holders in NSW over 75 years of age to undertake a medical examination on an annual basis in order to maintain a driver licence. An on-road driving assessment is required every two years from 85 years of age to maintain an unrestricted licence.
Heavy vehicle (MC) licence holders need an annual Driving Test from age 70.
Studies show that many older drivers compensate for their age-related decline in driving competency by self-restricting and limiting their driving, for example, by driving in local areas or avoiding complex, difficult situations.
If an older driver no longer requires a full driver licence, they can opt for a modified licence without the need for a practical driving assessment. A modified licence allows the holder to drive in their local area where they are familiar with the traffic conditions. The limits on the modified licence are negotiated with the local service centre manager, based on the driver’s essential weekly journeys.
A modified licence cannot be issued if a general practitioner has requested the licence holder to undertake an aged driving test.