Provisional Driving Licence
Before you can start to learn you must have a valid provisional driving licence.
You can apply for your licence up to 3 months before your 17th birthday but cannot drive on public roads until the day of your birthday and only then if you have received your provisional licence.
For provisional licence fees, how to apply online and minimum age and rules for learner drivers please go to the direct gov website.
Test 1: Theory and Hazard Perception
This is a 1.5 hour test consisting of two parts. The first part will be 50 multiple choice questions which will test your knowledge of the Highway Code, Road Signs and Driving Skills. Pass mark for this is 43 or higher.
After a short break you will sit the second part.
This part tests your ability to identify when a Potential hazard has developed into an Actual hazard.
You will be shown 14 video clips containing 15 scoreable hazards. Each clip will last approx 1 minute and you will have 5 seconds to identify each of the hazards. Pass mark for this is 44 out of a possible 75.
To gain your Theory Certificate you must pass both of these tests at the same attempt.
Test 2: Practical Driving Test
Once you have passed your theory test you can apply to sit your practical.
This test lasts about 50 minutes depending on the test route and traffic, and tests your ability to drive a car in a confident safe manner.
You will be given an eyesight check and asked a couple of show me tell me questions about the car before you start.
Then you will be asked to drive following your examiners directions, perform one manoeuvre and complete a ten minute independent driving section during the drive.
In order to pass you must not exceed 15 minor faults.
I will recommend you for test only when I am confident you are ready, have all the necessary skills to pass and most importantly be a safe driver for life.
For more information about the test, recommended reading lists and booking options go to direct.gov.uk/motoring.
I can book your Theory and Practical Tests for you or you can do this directly yourself.
Please note that as you will require the use of my car for your test please ensure that I am available before booking.
