Rookie motorists think that the driving test causes just as much stress and anxiety as academic exams. You probably agree. New research conducted by youth insurance provider, Marmalade, found that the driving test is just as stressful as GCSEs and A Levels for many young motorists. Following a survey of 1,800 young motorists, 50 percent […]
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Sep 17
Attacks on driving test examiners increase
A 50% rise in assaults on driving test examiners has prompted the DVSA to consider issuing body cameras to invigilators. Failing your driving test is frustrating, but there is no excuse for violence. You could face prosecution, landing you with a criminal record and you could be forced to take your next test elsewhere. It’s […]
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Sep 17
5 of the Hottest Tips to Pass the 2017 Theory Test
5 of the Hottest Tips to Pass the 2017 Theory Test If you’re like every other learner driver in the UK, you loathe the idea of having to take the 2017 theory test. It’s an inconvenience, yes. Sadly, it’s a necessity. To make it as pain free as possible, here are 5 of the hottest […]
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Sep 17
Driving theory test scam rates on the rise
Driving theory test scam rates on the rise The number of learner drivers trying to con their way to a full driving licence is on the rise, according to new data. While we don’t condone cheating, we understand it. The cost of learning to drive is astronomical, meaning the price of failure is expensive, and […]
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Sep 17
Three month driving test wait for Shropshire learners
Three month driving test wait for Shropshire learners Driving test waiting times are hitting the headlines in regional newspapers up and down Britain, again. Learner drivers in Shropshire are the latest to be left frustrated by driving test wait times as the DVSA battles against massive backlogs and a shortage of examiners. Book Theory Test […]
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Aug 17
CONFIRMED Motorway lessons for learner drivers in 2018
CONFIRMED… Motorway lessons for learner drivers in 2018 It’s official. Motorway lessons for learner drivers have been announced by the government. Driving hopefuls in England, Scotland and Wales will be accompanied by an approved driving instructor in a dual-controlled car in one of the biggest shake ups in the history of learning to drive. Under […]
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Aug 17
Book a practical driving test at certain times of day
Does the time that you book a practical driving test have any bearing on whether you will pass? Yes, according to data released by the DVSA following a Freedom of Information (FOI) request, certain time slots appear to yield a higher pass rate. So, what are the best times of day to book a practical […]
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Aug 17
Can you book a practical driving test when pregnant?
Can you book a practical driving test when pregnant? The driving test is stressful enough on its own, minus being pregnant. However, there are no rules that say pregnant women cannot book a practical driving test at any stage in their pregnancy. So, what ‘special measures’ can you expect from the driving test when you’re […]
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Aug 17
Youre more likely to Pass Your Practical Driving Test in Modern Car
You’re more likely to Pass Your Practical Driving Test in ‘Modern’ Car The practical driving test has been criticized because modern motors make passing too easy, experts say. Those taking the test in cars with semi-autonomous gadgets get an unfair advantage over candidates taking the exam in older motors. There’s now talk of introducing a […]
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Aug 17
Is There a Driving Theory Test Time Limit?
Is There a Driving Theory Test Time Limit? Seeing a conversation develop on Twitter, Book Theory Test Today came across a very good question about the driving theory test in the UK. Is there a time limit on the theory exam? A few of the replies to this particular tweet said that candidates get as […]
