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		Your starting point .... There are some important points that you must be aware of before you start to drive; take a few moments to read these notes even if you already have a provisional licence and have booked or started your lessons. The first, and perhaps most important of all, is that as a driver you are legally responsible for your vehicle, your own safety and the safety of all those around you. This applies the very first time you sit behind the wheel even though you are only a learner. The more you can think like a driver, the quicker you will become one. Eligibility to drive Before driving a motor car you must meet the following requirements ... You must be at least 17 years of age (unless registered disabled) You must hold a valid provisional licence for the vehicle that you are learning to drive in You must comply with the conditions of your driving licence You must be accompanied by someone over 21 years of age who has held a full driving licence for a minimum of three years You must be properly insured to drive. If in doubt, check with your insurance company Click here for a 'shaggy dog' licence story Your vehicle Must be legally roadworthy Must display a valid road tax disc Must display clearly visible L plates to the front and rear (or D plates in Wales) Cars displaying L plates in Northern Ireland are restricted to 45 mph. Note: The requirements above are specific to the UK (including Northern Ireland) - In Southern Ireland and other parts of the world, requirements will differ ... Check with your local or regional government. The driving principles outlined SmartLearners are applicable globally.