Following the recent driving examiners’ strike, we hear of a number of learner driver driving test cancellations up and down the country. Where were learners hit hardest?
Monthly Archives: November 2015
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Nov 15
First time driving test pass could earn you a refund
A first time driving test pass means you could be eligible for a part-refund of the cost of booking a DVSA practical test. The government is hoping that the incentive will increase first time driving test pass numbers, which currently stands at a paltry 21%.
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Nov 15
What to expect when booking a theory test in Ireland – Part 2
In part one, we focused on some elements of what to expect when booking a theory test in Ireland, including test topics and licence categories. In part two we provide you with some further useful info.
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Nov 15
Driving test cancelled? Apply for a refund of out-of-pocket expenses
Following on from our blog last week about the driving examiners’ strike, if you had a driving test cancelled as a result of the walk out, you can claim an out-of-pocket expenses. Here’s how…
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Nov 15
What to expect when booking a theory test in Ireland – Part 1
Is the process for booking a theory test in Ireland different to the UK? Is the theory exam the same? In part one of this series, Book Theory Test Today provides some facts about the Irish driving theory test.
18
Nov 15
When I book a theory test do I have to take it in my home town or city?
Book Theory Test Today explains why you’re mistaken to think that you have to take a DVSA theory test in your home town or city.
18
Nov 15
Got your DVSA driving test this week? You need to read this…
If you have booked your DVSA driving test for Thursday 19 November or Friday 20 November, be warned that your test might be cancelled.
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Nov 15
Should topics from the driving theory test be taught in schools?
Book Theory Test Today presents the case for taking driving theory test questions to the classroom…
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Nov 15
DVSA could do U-turn on theory test booking fees
Mere weeks after fees to make an online driving theory test booking dropped to £23, the head of the DVSA dropped a bombshell recently, suggesting that fees for some services might have to be increased over the coming years.
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Nov 15
Want to pass your theory test? Don’t take advice from those with a driving licence
A strange request. But, if you want to pass your driving theory test, don’t ask for help from those with a driving licence. Here’s why…
11
Nov 15
Need to reduce theory test & practical exam stress? How about a new book?
Yes, the DVSA has released a new book to help motorists understand how factors such as attitude, health and mood can affect your ability to pass a theory test, get a driving licence and drive in general. Book Theory Test Today investigates.
10
Nov 15
A blog on fog | How to drive in fog a Book Theory Test Today checklist
The clocks going back at the end of October signify dreary nights and plummeting temperatures for Britain’s drivers. Fog season beckons, too. So, here’s a Book Theory Test Today blog on fog.
09
Nov 15
That’s how to pass a driving test
Meet Lee Cunningham, the learner driver who achieved a perfect pass on his DVSA practical test. Now that’s how to pass a driving test!
05
Nov 15
A Book Theory Test Today guide to theory test apps – part four
With so many theory test apps now available, replacing the old-school CD roms and book resources, it’s difficult to know which will actually help you. Book Theory Test Today reviews some of the most popular theory test apps.
04
Nov 15
Theory test revision | How much time should you spend revising?
A common question asked on learner driver and student forums is how much time should be spent on theory test revision? Let’s find out…
03
Nov 15
There’s an alternative to using gov.uk to book a theory test online
If English isn’t your first language, for instance, you could be unsure of how to book a theory test online using the gov.uk website. That’s where Book Theory Test Today can help because we can do it on your behalf.
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Nov 15
Driving theory test success for teen thrown out of her last exam
Remember Lowri Jones? The diabetic teenager left humiliated after being thrown out of her last driving theory test? Well, she has stuck it to the system by returning to the same theory test centre and passing with flying colours.