DVSA practical driving Test
About the practical driving test
The DVSA practical driving test consists of four main parts:
Eyesight check:
Your examiner will check your eyesight by asking you to read a number plate from around 20 metres away
Vehicle safety questions:
The examiner will ask you a tell me questions about your vehicle to check that you know how to check it safely and a show me question whilst on the move.
Driving exercises:
You will need to complete a reversing exercise, such as parallel parking on the road, bay parking, either forwards and reverse out or vice versa or pulling up on the right and reversing back a few car lengths. You will also have stop at the side of the road several times and move off safely, including one on a hill, if available.
Independent driving:
You will need to drive independently for about 20 minutes. The examiner will either ask you to follow traffic signs or ask you to follow the directions from a sat nav.
How can I prepare for the practical driving test?
The best way to prepare for the DVSA practical driving test is to take driving lessons from one of pass with Ken's DVSA qualified driving instructors. At pass with Ken we teach you the skills and knowledge you need to pass your driving test on the first attempt. We also conduct mock tests to prepare you for the big occasion.
Here are some tips for preparing for the DVSA practical driving test:
Make sure you have enough regular lessons and driving in different road and traffic conditions.
Practice the driving exercises with your instructor that you will be asked to complete on the test.
Get a good night's sleep before the test, going to bed earlier than usual.
Eat a healthy breakfast on the day of the test.
Arrive at the test centre in plenty of time.
Things to remember
Remember to take your provisional licence to your test
Make sure you have a copy of your practical test booking
Get your licence and test booking ready the day before to avoid rushing on the day
On the test, if you do not hear an instruction, ask the examiner to repeat
Book your practical driving test on the official site to avoid over paying
Practical driving test resources
The Highway Code: Click here
DVSA vehicle safety questions: Click here
DVSA practical test videos: Click here