Get Ready To Pass Your Driving Test First Time

Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency Insight Used To Develop The “Ready To Pass” Campaign

Are you ready to pass your driving test?

DVSA research has shown:

• only 53% of learners say they felt ‘completely prepared’ for their first driving test
• only 35% of learners strongly agree that they would only ever take their driving test if they felt completely safe to drive on their own
• 1 in 10 of people who failed their test say that the reason the failed their test was because they were nervous
• 1 in 5 of people who failed their test say that the reason they failed their test was because they made a silly mistake
• 1 in 5 of people who failed their test say that the reason the failed their test was because they were marked too harshly
• 71% of parents would like more information on the knowledge, skills, and practice needed to be a good driver
• 67% of parents feel the learning to drive process is more difficult than when they learnt to drive

51 out of every 100 driving tests were failed between October and December 2021 in Great Britain.

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If you’re not ready to pass, it’s best to move your test back. It’s the best way of getting your independence and freedom as soon as possible.

Check You Are Ready To Take The Test

You’re ready to take your driving test when you can drive safely and follow The Highway Code without any prompts from your instructor, while keeping your nerves under control.

Mark Winn, Chief Driving Examiner

Are you ready to take your driving test?

1. You do not need prompts from your driving instructor.
2. You do not make silly mistakes when you are driving.
3. You pass mock driving tests.
4. You can control your nerves.
5. Your driving instructor agrees you are ready.

Move Your Test If You Are Not Ready To Pass

Moving your driving test back if you’re not ready can give you vital time to:

• brush up on your skills
• take a few more mock tests
• make sure you’re ready to pass

By moving your test, you’ll free up an appointment for someone who is ready to take their test. This could help them get their dream job, or help with caring for their family.