Badge renewal type
There are two types of renewal when applying for a licence: a full licence renewal or an extension of a provisional licence (when you have paid in full but issued a shorter term due to requiring a further check mid-licence such as medical was due or DVLA was due to expire etc.).
If you paid for your licence in full but were issued a shorter term due to requiring a further check mid-licence, you will need to apply for an extension of your licence.