Booking your Theory Test

The first stage in your quest to pass your driving test and be free to get behind the wheel is to take your theory test. It is advisable to do this at your earliest chance so not to hold you up at a later stage.

The test is mad up of a multiple choice section followed by a Hazard Perception Test.

When the time comes, preparation for the test is vital, and you will need to make the arrangement to undertake your test and there are a few options to make this process easier for you. Firstly, you need to choose if you want to complete the theory test at your local test centre or at one which may be closer to college or your place of work, it is entirely up to yourself where you wish to undertake your theory test. Booking Your Theory Test

The quickest and simplest way to book your theory test is online by visiting the official website www.direct.gov.uk and complete the on screen instructions, you will need to have your theory test certificate to allow you to go ahead and book your practical test. You can also make the payment online and specify if you have a preferred day and time. Once you have completed the online booking you will receive your test date through the post within a week.

You can also book your test over the telephone by contacting the DVLA on 0300 200 1122 and following the automated instructions.

If for any reason your test date is not acceptable, you must contact the number on your confirmation letter and to rearrange your test to a more convenient date, this can be done without any hassle.

Remember, don’t leave this until last minute as you cannot apply for your driving test until you have successfully passed your theory test.