The Driving Test is split into two parts:

• A computerised Theory Test of mainly multiple choice questions together with a video-based Hazard Perception Test.
  
• A Practical Test of your driving.
  
  

You must pass BOTH parts before you can apply for a full driving licence.

Note:
You must pass your Theory Test before you are allowed to apply for your Practical Test.

No two people are the same and you must decide for yourself how you wish to go about your learning for both parts of the test.

You may like to do your theory training before you start your driving lessons.

Whilst that is fine for some, many people find that this method feels too much like academic hard graft, because there is no chance to link the theory to the practice.

Many people prefer to study for the Theory Test and start driving lessons at the same time. The chance to put some of the theory into practice brings it alive and helps make it feel more relevant and understandable.

Practising your theory and Hazard Perception on a PC or video and then applying this knowledge on the road will enhance your skills and should improve your chances of passing the tests first time.

When you start to have driving lessons bear the following in mind:


Dress appropriately

• Make sure you wear comfortable shoes - heavy boots or high heels make it hard to feel and control the pedals.
  
  

Frame of mind

• Schedule your life appropriately around your driving lessons.
  
• Arrive at the Centre or pick up point in good time - being flustered and out of breath is not a good way to start a lesson.
  
• Remember tomorrow the night before!
  
• Being tired is not conducive to a good lesson
  
• If you have a driving lesson it is advisable to avoid drinking alcohol the night before.
  
  
  

Information supplied by BSM.

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