Hi there,
ive just come across this thread. Just wanted to share some of my experience surrounding the medical.
Im 30yrs old and male. Relatively average weight wise. I have always drank moderately/occasionally heavy throughout my life. I would regularly drink 3-4 pints daily (sometimes more depending on my social group)
I abstained from drinking for 24 days prior to my medical, just before I started this had a a weekend where I practically binged. I couldn't even tell you how much I drank but it was certainly a very high quantity.
i was very nervous that this was going to either A) put me in the red category or at the very least B) put me in Amber triggering further enquiries. However, I am pleased to say that having requested my medical reports from DVLA, my blood CDT reading was 0.9% and I now have my unrestricted 10yr licence back.
My personal opionion on it is that 3-4 weeks abstinence will see you pass with flying colours.
Please let me know how you get on.
Alex