Periodic Driver Retests.

[Dave48]

Yesterday was driving cage locally in 30mph limit along  road very little traffic(late morning), visibility excellent behind an "old" fellow who drove @ 20mph or slower for 1 mile. There were no opportunities for overtaking-bollards etc. As we approached a mini-roundabout he stopped completely before he could have had a clear view of the junction and then shot across without looking right or left. Usually the focus is on speeders but I can see that his driving could be a contributary factor in an accident. But until he is involved in such will continue to drive without realising that going too slowly can be dangerous. If he cant see/react at prevailing speed limit hes a danger but his driving isnt going to be assessed unless he is involved in a serious accident. Dont think the idea of self-reporting medical conditions to DVLA is sufficient. And before anyone says "what about his human rights?" consider it could be you knocked off your bike at a junction by his driving. If I met the required standard to pass the test in 1966 theres no future guarantee that I will still be able to do so 46 years later especially if Ive never been eye-tested! :eek