LICENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Before driving on a public road or taking your theory test, you will need a valid Provisional Driving Licence. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) application form (Form D1) can be obtained from your local Post Office but you can also apply online from the official 'Gov UK' site.
You can apply for your provisional licence up to 3 months before your 17th Birthday but it will not be valid until you actually turn 17 so you will not be able to take lessons on a public road, or take your theory test until then. Applying for your licence online requires that:
You are a resident of Great Britain.
THE THEORY TEST:
Although you may already be taking lessons or even be ready to take your practical test, you can not apply for your practical test until you have passed the theory Test.
The theory test is made up of two parts; a multiple choice questionnaire and a hazard perception video test. You will need to pass both parts to get your certificate. Find your local theory test centre here.
Multiple Choice
The actual theory test questions are no longer published which means that those found in revision materials of any kind will give you an idea of the questions and answers to expect but will NOT be exactly the same as those you will face during the test itself.
This change was introduced to ensure you gain a better understanding of driving theory rather than simply memorising questions and answers.
Hazard Perception
Before you start the hazard perception part of the test, you'll be shown a short video clip about how it works before being shown a series of video clips on a computer screen. The clips feature everyday road scenes and contain at least one developing hazard - but one of the clips will feature two developing hazards.
A developing hazard is something that may result in you having to take some action, such as changing speed or direction and what you need to do is identify these as early as possible to get as high a score as possible (max 5 per clip).
Only once you have passed this can you apply to take your practical driving test.
THE PRACTICAL TEST:
Once your driving has reached a suitable level, you will want to get your driving test booked. The timescale for bookings can vary one month to the next depending on the test centre and how many learners are applying at the same time. You should not go ahead and book your test before checking that a car will be available first. Please check with your instructor before you book your test. Book your practical test .
Go to the official Gov site for more information on the practical driving test and many other aspects involved in learning to drive
Before driving on a public road or taking your theory test, you will need a valid Provisional Driving Licence. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) application form (Form D1) can be obtained from your local Post Office but you can also apply online from the official 'Gov UK' site.
You can apply for your provisional licence up to 3 months before your 17th Birthday but it will not be valid until you actually turn 17 so you will not be able to take lessons on a public road, or take your theory test until then. Applying for your licence online requires that:
You are a resident of Great Britain.
- You meet the minimum age requirement.
- Your eyesight is of the required standard.
- You are not currently prevented from driving for any reason.
- You can pay by Mastercard, Visa, Maestro, Electron, Delta or Solo debit or credit card
- You have a valid UK passport or another formal form of identity.
- You can provide addresses of where you have lived over the last three years.
THE THEORY TEST:
Although you may already be taking lessons or even be ready to take your practical test, you can not apply for your practical test until you have passed the theory Test.
The theory test is made up of two parts; a multiple choice questionnaire and a hazard perception video test. You will need to pass both parts to get your certificate. Find your local theory test centre here.
Multiple Choice
The actual theory test questions are no longer published which means that those found in revision materials of any kind will give you an idea of the questions and answers to expect but will NOT be exactly the same as those you will face during the test itself.
This change was introduced to ensure you gain a better understanding of driving theory rather than simply memorising questions and answers.
Hazard Perception
Before you start the hazard perception part of the test, you'll be shown a short video clip about how it works before being shown a series of video clips on a computer screen. The clips feature everyday road scenes and contain at least one developing hazard - but one of the clips will feature two developing hazards.
A developing hazard is something that may result in you having to take some action, such as changing speed or direction and what you need to do is identify these as early as possible to get as high a score as possible (max 5 per clip).
Only once you have passed this can you apply to take your practical driving test.
THE PRACTICAL TEST:
Once your driving has reached a suitable level, you will want to get your driving test booked. The timescale for bookings can vary one month to the next depending on the test centre and how many learners are applying at the same time. You should not go ahead and book your test before checking that a car will be available first. Please check with your instructor before you book your test. Book your practical test .
Go to the official Gov site for more information on the practical driving test and many other aspects involved in learning to drive