Driving Tests
Learning to drive and passing the driving test exists primarily as a road safety measure. It is designed to ensure all new drivers can drive safely and unaccompanied.
Passing the driving test and gaining a full UK driving licence can be a difficult and drawn-out affair. However:
- Every year 1,000 people die in road traffic accidents involving a young driver,
- Research shows that it takes 2 years from passing the practical driving test before a new driver’s accident liability falls by less than 50%.
- Under the New Drivers Act 1997 newly qualified drivers who receive 6 or more penalty points on their licence within 2 years of passing their driving test will have their licence revoked.
Learning to drive isn’t easy. Driving is a skill that must be learnt. Yes people have different aptitudes for it but all learner drivers will benefit from professional driving lessons provided by competent instructors.
- Get in as much driving practice as possible.
- Experience as many driving situations as you can.
- Drive at night, in the country, in town, on dual carriageways and in all weather conditions.
Driving variety and depth should be the main objectives of all learner drivers. This level of preparation will not only increase your chances of passing the practical and theory tests first time but will also save you money.
Click on the Driving Tests tab above to see details of the various tests
