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@cee-dee wrote:

The test itself is designed to test the ability at the time of the test but some medical conditions "build up" before an event and if age is the criteria for any test, ability or vision, then the tests I also mentioned are relevant?

 

Do you think all those needing a test could really be examined in a year?

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Again, in an ideal world with cost not being a problem, then yes, all the tests you suggested would be ideal - however we don't live in an ideal world but that doesn't mean that a far simpler range of tests aren't worthwhile.

A simple reaction and risk perception test can be carried out sat at a computer terminal in much the same way that the theory test for new drivers is currently organised.

The eye test can be carried out by opticians, it is already recommended that those over 65 have their eyes tested at least once every couple of years.

That would leave a short road test to be carried out which is where the greatest bottleneck is likely to arise but isn't insurmountable.

Testing could be phased in over a 5 or ten year period with the oldest being required to be tested and the age slowly being reduced.