gov.uk/become-lorry-bus-dri … nuary-2013
EXAMPLE:- after 19th January 2013 for existing drivers
At age 37 the photo on the licence needs renewing - LGV categories are currently expiry dated 2021 which is the date for the next D4 medical at age 45
New licence arrives and LGV categories will be expiry dated 2018 - the reason is the new 5 year self assessment medical
The photo will still last for 10 years so in 2018 there is no need to send in a new photo
The D4 medical will still need to be done at age 45 according to the rules so it could end up for some with a self assessment at age 44 and a full D4 at age 45 !!