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The top 10 reasons for failing the practical test More people fail the practical test each year than pass it and the DSA regularly publishes the top 10 reasons why learner drivers fail their Practical Driving Test. Below we've published the most recent list. However, it's probably safe to say that most of these failures [...]

The main purpose of the practical test is to see if you can drive safely on the roads without the need for supervision. The test lasts between 38-40 minutes and is conducted from your local Driving Test Centre by a DSA examiner. The tests are designed so as to test you under varied traffic conditions [...]

The theory test was brought in by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) in July 1996 and was designed to make learner drivers think about the practical elements they were taught by their instructor. The theory test covers four main elements: -    Safety and environmental aspects of vehicles-    Driver attitude-    Traffic signs and regulations-    Effects of [...]

There are certain legal requirements which must be met before you can take a vehicle on a public road. One of these is holding a driving licence. In the UK the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) a branch of the Department for Transport (DFT) is responsible for the testing and accreditation of leaner drivers. Once the [...]

Starting to drive can be one of the most exciting experiences in your life! Before you can even get behind the wheel of a car on public roads in the UK you should have your provisional licence and be at least 17 years old. To acquire your provisional licence you should complete a D1 form [...]