A CRACKDOWN on drivers with insufficient vision has prompted many motorists to get their eyesight checked.

More than 100 people have booked eye tests at Specsavers in Winsford to make sure they meet the minimum legal requirements set by the Driver Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA).

Almost half of UK optometrists have seen a patient in the past month who drives despite being told their vision is below the legal standard according to research by Association of Optometrists.

Drivers are now required to read a standard number plate from 20 metres (65 feet) or face having their licence immediately revoked.

Recent studies have shown that one in four drivers are not confident they could read a number plate from this distance.

Currently the only mandatory examination is during the practical test after which it is up to the driver to tell the DVLA of any eyesight problems.

Specsavers Winsford store director Peter Adshead says eye-tests are crucial for making sure drivers stay safe on the road.

Mr Adhead said: "Poor vision can have disastrous effects if motorists are unable to spot potential hazards while driving.

"We fully support the DVLA and the police in their efforts to improve awareness of the importance of sufficient eyesight on our roads and encourage any motorists who haven’t had their eyes tested in the last two years to come into store."