Training resources
Our aim is to do everything we can in order to help you get through your test. This page will be updated with any relevant resources which will help you before, during and after your driving test.
Before you start:
If you're just about to turn 17, then your first port of call should be the DVLA website, where you can apply for your provisional licence. You can do this up to two months before your 17th birthday.
About the test:
Before you're able to take your practical driving test, you have to take a theory test, which consists of a multiple choice section (now 50 questions, you must score over 43), and a video based 'hazard perception' test, both of which are taken on a computer. You will be told your result immediately after taking the test.
The new test format
The DSA has just released new information on the updated driving test format for 2010. Please see the following link for an overview and a short video about the changes:
DSA Driving Test Information
Your nearest test centres:
Click on the titles below to go straight to the DSA website for details on test availability, facilities provided, and test routes.
Canterbury Driving Test Centre
25 New Dover Road
Canterbury
Kent
CT1 3AS
Folkestone Driving Test Centre
Palting House Trinity Road
Folkestone
Kent
CT20 2RH
Herne Bay MPTC Driving Test Centre
Herne Bay MPTC
Alfira Business Park
Margate Road
Thanet Way
Herne Bay
CT6 6LA
Recommended learning resources:
There are a wide variety of different resources you can use for learning about and practicing your driving skills, from books to DVDs to iPhone Apps and computer software, we've got a few ideas listed below:
Books
- Number one has to be the ubiquitous Highway Code, which is now available in full online
- Another excellent book is Know your signs
DVDs
- If you've got a DVD player or games console, take a look at Driving Success Interactive
Computer and Mobile Apps
- The AA do a range of iPhone Apps, including Learn to Drive which includes theory test and hazard perception tests, and there's a cut down version available for free
- If you've got a PC, then you might want to try The complete theory test Kit CD
Downloads:
Click on the links below to get some valuable revision resources you can print off at home
Other links you may find useful:
'2Pass' is a website full of learner driver resources and information, including mock theory test questions and a lot more, visit: 
Drive IQ also offers lots of theory questions.
You can also find some Mock theory tests and questions here and here.
