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There are three parts to becoming a Safe Driver, these are:
Before you can sit your practical exam you must first pass the Theory and Hazard Perception tests. Details on all the tests are available through the links below.

The theory test is a series of 50 multiple choice questions based on the Highway Code booklet (available here). Online resources available through the links page.

The hazard perception test involves watching a series of video clips on a computer and clicking the mouse when you detect a potentially hazardous situation.

The practical test is the most nerve wracking of the three. You will be required to show a good overall standard of driving and perform some of the standard manouvres that you have practiced during your lessons.
The pass rate for the UK Practical Driving test is 43%
Top ten reasons why people fail the practical Test:
  • Observation at junctions: Ineffective observation and judgement
  • Reverse parking: Ineffective observation or lack of accuracy
  • Use of mirrors: Not checking or not acting on what is seen
  • Reversing around a corner: Ineffective observation or lack of accuracy
  • Incorrect use of signals: Not cancelling or giving misleading signals
  • Moving away safely: Ineffective observation
  • Incorrect positioning: At roundabouts or on bends
  • Lack of steering control: Steering too early or too late
  • Incorrect positioning to turn right: At junctions and in one way streets
  • Inappropriate speed: Going too slow or being hesitant

To pass the U.K. Driving Test you must drive without:

  • Getting one serious or dangerous fault (Major)
  • Getting no more than 15 driving faults (Minor)
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