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(Driving lessons in Scarborough)
The first thing we recommend you do even before booking any driving lessons, is to
buy "Driving Test Success All Tests" (PC/DVD ROM) -
You then need to apply for a provisional driving licence. You can apply for the licence
up to three months before your 17th birthday but you will still have to wait until
your birthday before you can take your theory test. To apply for your licence, you
must complete application form D1, available to order on-
As well as the above PC/DVD ROM, the Highway Code is essential reading for anyone learning to drive. As a responsible driver, it is essential that you learn the 'rules of the road'. Knowing the rules will make you a much safer driver, but also, if you don't follow the rules you will be breaking the law and could end up being prosecuted or even losing your licence!
The theory test consists of two parts ...... a multiple choice section (Highway code)
and the Hazard Perception test. The multiple choice part of the test is delivered
using a touch screen computer and mouse. The hazard perception test records your
responses to actual video footage taken from a car (drivers view), by recording clicks
made by you using a mouse. You need to pass both parts to successfully complete the
theory test; the pass mark being 43 out of 50 for the multiple choice and 44 out
of 75 for the hazzard perception. Passing one part but failing the other will result
in a fail for the whole test, and both parts will need to be taken again (and another
test fee paid!). You can book your theory test on the DSA website, using the links
at the bottom of this page or phone 0300 -
Click HERE to view the D.S.A.’s video of what to expect during the theory test.
Once you've had all the driving lessons you need, you can book your test at your
local driving test centre. This can be done on-
On the day of your test, and before you do any driving at all, you'll be asked to perform an eyesight check and then be asked some vehicle safety questions ('Show me / Tell me’). You'll then be tested on your general driving ability over a period of approximately 40 minutes. The examiner will spend that time looking for evidence that you have reached an overall safe standard of driving, as you carry out both general and specific manoeuvres, including two reversing exercises. If you make up to 15 minor faults during the test, you will still pass the test, but if you commit just one serious fault or 16 minor faults, you will fail. The following items need to be brought to your test or the DSA may refuse to carry out the test and you may lose your fee!
- An appropriately insured and licensed vehicle, displaying L-
Plates, that's suitable for the test - your driving instructors car will be suitable, but remember to ask if it is available first!
- The appropriate theory test pass certificate.
- Your appointment letter confirming your test time and date.
- Both parts of your photo card licence. If you don't take both parts of your licence, your test will not take place and you'll lose your fee.
- If you have an old-
style paper licence, you must take your signed driving licence and separate approved photo identification with you.
Click HERE to view the D.S.A.’s video of what to expect during the practical test from the 4th of October 2010.
Once you've passed your test, you can now get driving, by yourself! Don't forget though that you will need to notify the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) so that you can exchange your test pass certificate and provisional driving licence for a new 'Full' driving licence as soon as possible.
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