The Extended Driving Test FAQ

What is an extended driving test?

You will need to take an extended driving test if you've been disqualified from driving and a court orders you to take an extended driving test before you can drive again.

How much does an extended driving test cost?

Weekdays = £124

Evenings, weekends and bank holidays = £150

How long does an extended driving test last?

An exntended driving test lasts for at least 60 minutes.

How many manoeuvres are there on an extended driving test?

You'll only have to do one manoeuvre on your extended driving test.

Will I have to do an emergency stop on the extended driving test?

Yes, you will be required to do an emergency stop on your extended driving test.

How many driving faults can you get on an extended driving test?

You can get up to 15 minor driving faults on your extended driving test, but 1 serious or dangerous will result in failing the test.

Contact numbers for DVLA & DVSA

DVLA: 0300 790 6801
Monday to Friday, 8am to 7pm
Saturday, 8am to 2pm

DVSA: 0300 200 1122
Monday to Friday, 8am to midday

Useful external links

Check if you can drive in the UK
Exchange your foreign licence
Change the name on your licence
Change the address on your licence
Order a D1 form online
Find nearest driving test centre
Book your driving test
Check your driving test
Change your driving test
Cancel your driving test
Refund of expenses for cancelled tests
Apply for your full driving licence
Councils offering Pass Plus discounts
Driving test stats
Manoeuvre stats
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