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Learning to Drive – Getting Started

Making the decision to learn to drive is the first step.

Then you need to get a Provisional Driving Licence,  you can do this online by clicking HERE

Once you have your licence you can beging to learn to drive!  You can begin lessons on your 17th birthday.

Before you can take a practical driving test you will need to pass a Theory Test, this is a multiple choice test consisting of 50 questions and a hazard perception test. You need to get 43 questions out of 50 to pass. Don’t worry it’s not too bad!

Bumpers has it’s own online theory training system, which is FREE of charge to all of our customers. Just ask your instructor for an access code. You do not need to buy any other books or materials.

Once you have done some studying you can book your theory test. Theory Tests cost £31 and can be booked Online by Clicking HERE.

Please only use the Direct.gov website to book your test, or use the link provided. Do not book with other sites who offer to book the test for you for an inflated price.

Once you have passedd the theory test you can book the Practical Driving Test. Depending on the time of year you may have to wait up to 6 weeks, so agree a test date with your instructor and get booked in early.

Practial Driving tests cost £62 for weekdays or £75 for a Saturday. They can be booked by Clicking HERE.

Bumpers instructors know the local test routes and can advise you about the local pitfalls and how to handle them. Don’t worry, we know where the examiners take you so you will be well prepared.

Click on the liks on the right for more information and videos about the driving tests.

Remember just give us a call on 08456 044 033 for advice.