Cancelled licence - what are my rights?

I passed my driving test in 2004. Shortly after I claimed my full licence. The DVLA say that I did not claim my licence within the 2 years and cancelled it without my knowledge.

I have no evidence that I received my licence. I have since had to resit both my theory and practical tests in order to have a valid licence. Will I now be classed as a new driver or will my licence be backdated to 2004?

Asked on 30 November 2012 by mrsthompson

Answered by Honest John
You will be classed as a new driver.
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