You will have 40 minutes for your practical test during which time you you will need to demonstrate  that you can drive safely and with confidence in all kinds of driving situations.  All you have learned in your lessons will be utilised and you will be required to do one of the four reversing manoeuvres you have learned and practiced.

Your practical driving test will also include a section of ‘independent driving’. During your test you’ll have to drive by either following traffic signs, a series of directions, or a combination of both, for about ten minutes. If you're asked to follow a series of verbal directions, you'll be shown a diagram to help you. This is done to test your ability to still drive safely whist having to think about where you are going at the same time.

Part of the practical test now includes 2 vehicle safety check questions from the “show me , tell me” list.

During the test you must make no more than 15 minor errors and make no serious errors in order to pass.

The national average pass rate at present is 43% ( even lower for first timers) so being prepared is vital. As your instructor I’m able to advise you when you are ready for the test and the reasons why most people fail.

The cost for the practical test is £62 or £75 for weekends and evenings.