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Why isn’t an eyesight report required for each driving licence renewal?

Deicious and refreshing · 2024-01-14 17:10:33

I got my first learner permit back in 2008 for which I had to do an eye exam. I passed my eye test (just about) meaning I did not have to wear glasses. Since then, my eyesight has deteriorated and I’m now L: -1.75 and R: -2.25. I would struggle to see adequate distance when driving, particularly at night. As such, I wear…

14-01-2024 5:10pm

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I got my first learner permit back in 2008 for which I had to do an eye exam. I passed my eye test (just about) meaning I did not have to wear glasses.
Since then, my eyesight has deteriorated and I’m now L: -1.75 and R: -2.25. I would struggle to see adequate distance when driving, particularly at night. As such, I wear my glasses when driving.
I wonder how many people are driving merrily along like Stevie Wonder whose eyesight has since deteriorated.
Is a basic eye exam and medical every 10 years too much?

Post edited by Deicious and refreshing on January 15

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