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Driving Test Fees 

When booking a Driving Test, whether it’s your Theory Test or Practical Test. Make sure you use the correct website to avoid any unnecessary booking charges.

To view the current fees for the DSA's Theory and Practical Tests please click on the link… DSA Test Fees

To book your Theory Test click here… Book Theory Test

To book you Practical Test click here… Book Practical Test

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Infomation correct as of 27th September 2012

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New Hazard Perception Test In 2013

The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) has confirmed that they are in the process of updating the clips to in the Hazard Perception Test, with the aim of introducing them into the second part of the Theory Test by the end of 2013. They will be developing Computer Generated (CGI) clips, which means the DSA can introduce new hazards that would be difficult to film safely. Particularly, clips involving vulnerable road users.

The current hazard perception clips were introduced into the Theory Test in November 2002 and were created by filming developing hazards in a variety of road and traffic situations using a specially adapted car. Due to the advances in technology, although the hazards in each of the clips are still relevant, the image quality is not as clear or defined as is available today.

The DSA wants people to take a look at the samples they have created of the new computer generated hazard perception clips. These are only early tests so may change from the samples they have released.

Watch two of the Computer Generated Hazard Perception sample clips here… Hazard Perception Clips

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Have You Lost Your Theory Test Pass Certificate? 

Are you about to book your Practical Driving Test but have misplaced your Theory Test Pass Certificate? Fear not! You can now find your Theory Test Pass Certificate number if you have lost the original. You will need this when you book your practical test, and might need it if you want to check, change or cancel your practical test.

To find out your lost Theory Test Pass Certificate number you will need the following information…

Valid UK Driving Licence number

Date of birth

To find out how to get your theory test pass certificate number here… www.direct.gov.uk

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How Replace Your UK Driving Licence

If your UK driving licence has been lost, stolen, defaced or destroyed here is the information you need to get a replacement. 

It is your responsibility to replace your driving licence if it has been lost, stolen, defaced or destroyed. You can do this online, by telephone or by post.

The DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) aim to get your new licence out to you within 3 weeks (21 days) of receiving your application.

For more information visit the DVLA website.

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Another Driving Test Examiner Strike

The DSA's Driving Test Examiners are set to go on strike again on Friday the 21st of September 2012. The DSA are urging all candidates who have a practical tests booked on the 21st of September should attend as usual, despite the potential for strike action by driving test examiners who are members of the Public & Commercail Services Union (PCS).

The DSA’s chief executive Rosemary Thew said:

“Not all examiners are members of the PCS union and even if they are, we can’t be sure that they’ll support the strike. So we’re asking candidates to come for their test as normal so it can go ahead if possible. We’re sorry for the inconvenience this will cause and will do everything we can to minimise disruption for our customers.”

Candidates who turn up but can’t take their tests because of strike action will not have to contact the DSA to rebook. They should hear from the agency with a new date within 5 to 10 working days. If candidates fail to attend they won’t be able to claim out-of-pocket expenses if their tests are cancelled and they’ll need to rebook their own tests.

Details about claiming out-of-pocket expenses can be found at http://www.direct.gov.uk/drivingtestexpenses

Theory tests are not affected and will be taking place as planned.

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Top 10 Reasons For Failing The Practical Driving Test

1. Observations At Junctions - Ineffective observations and judgement

2. Reverse Parking - Ineffective observations or lack of accuracy

3. Use Of Mirrors - Not checking or not acting on the information seen in the mirrors

4. Moving Off - Ineffective observation or control when moving off

5. Use Of Signals - Not signalling, not cancelling or misleading signals

6. Incorrect Positioning - At junctions, roundabouts, lanes and bends

7. Reversing Around The Corner - Ineffective observation or lack of accuracy

8. Lack Of Steering Control - Steering too early or too late

9. Turn In The Road - Ineffective observation or lack of accuracy

10. Inappropriate Speed - Travelling too fast, too slow or being hesitant

Are you ready???

If you have a practical test coming up why not give MSM a call 01189612055 to arrange a 'Mock Driving Test' with one of our experienced, fully qualified driving instructors. They will assess your driving in a way that will give you a chance to experience driving under test conditions before the BIG DAY. After the 'Mock Test', you will be given a detailed debrief outlining your strengths and weaknesses of your driving increasing your chances of passing your driving test.

For more information contact one of our team on 01189612055 or drop us an email at info@msm-online.co.uk 

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