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Answered: Can you pass your practical driving test with no minors?

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:30:47 +0000

Yes, in four years iv had 12 ! People do this , the last one was last week, all at wolverhapton :) i've kept most of the sheets too :)

Answered: Do I need to pass the theory test before I can start learning to drive?

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 21:02:39 +0000

No... All you need is a provisional driving license :)

What a the best type of l-plates?

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 22:55:21 +0000

I'm worried that magnetic l-plates ones might fall of the car when i'm driving.

Are they secure? Is there anything else I can use?

What is a paper driving license?

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 22:53:43 +0000

Is a paper driving license different to a normal card license?

Answered: What is the legal tread depth for my tyres?

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:24:41 +0000

This also applies to your spare if you have one!! Check your tyres regularly and change them before a change in the weather.

Answered: How can I prepare for my theory test?

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:21:11 +0000

Study, study, study and er, study. Do practice mock tests with a DVD or CD ROM but do study for it. Even if you pass without studying, you have no theoretical knowledge of the road rules and how to apply them. So you'll have to study afterward. If something crops up on your practical test and you can't deal with due to a gap in knowledge or you deal with it incorrectly, you'll certainly fail. Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.

Answered: has anyone seen the channel 5 dangerous driving school

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:01:39 +0000

The driving test is there to assess if you're safe to drive on your own. Imagine the roads if we didn't have one. Yes, once you have passed you can drive how you like BUT it must be within the law, safe and responsible. If not you will be punished. Dangerous Driving School shows you not only "dangerous" drivers with the wrong attitude but also those whose skills aren't quite up to standard. Atleast they're doing something about it, most don't bother.

Answered: What car is best to learn in?

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:55:39 +0000

There isn't one really. Most instructors choose small to medium size cars as they are cheeper to run, easier to gauge space in and cheaper to insure. However, some have poor rear visibility for reversing, awkward driving position and poor mechanics, some are overpowered or over complicated. Whatever they're like you'll get used to it. But, an overpowered car will be harder to control, keep the engine size & bhp low.

Answered: Are learner drivers allowed to have passengers in the car?

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 19:17:39 +0000

not with an instructor.but with a licence holder of 30 years.

Answered: How many points can a learner get?

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 10:05:31 +0000

Lots, the same a qualified driver. I've heard of a learner with 18 points on his licence. There is the New Driver Act which states if you pass your test and get 6 or more points within the first two years you'll have reapply for your proviosional, do your theory and practical tests again. If you have more than 6 points already when you pass, you only need to get 1 point on your licence and the New Driver Act kicks in, you're back to a learner. Moral: don't get points at all.

Answered: Focus or Corsa?

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 17:19:56 +0000

In my opinion driving is all about you being comfortable behind the wheel. If you were comfortable in the focus then that's great, there is no real rule of thumb that slightly bigger cars like the focus are any more difficult to drive than the corsa.

Why don't you go for a test drive in a Corsa, get a feel for how it drives then you can make a better decision?

Answered: Are some areas easier to pass your driving test than others?

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:02:25 +0000

examiners trained at same place so rules the same, some areas may seem easier due to volumes of traffic. type of traffic, road layouts etc. but standard of driving should be the same.

Answered: Can you apply for driving license earlier if you are disabled?

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 23:59:13 +0000

you can apply for car provisional driving licence at 16 if you receive the higher level of disabilty living allowance. hope this helps

Answered: Do I need to display L plates?

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 21:06:42 +0000

Yes you do, when a learner driver is controlling the car, driving it, then L plates must be displayed. When a qualified driver is driving they should be removed or covered. Instructors are exempt.

Answered: What manouvers will I get on my driving test?

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 03:35:56 +0000

For G2 Test You would be asked to do some right and left turns, 3 point turn, parallel park or Reverse park in the parking lot, some lane changes and up hill or down hill park.

And for Full G road test, you would be asked to Merge on a highway, a few lane changes on a highway. Emergency Stop, parallel or Reverse park and a 3 point turn. Hope this answers ur question. Thank You and Good Luck. From, Learn Safe Driving Academy

What is GoInstructor

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 14:08:44 +0000

For learner drivers
GoInstructor is a fantastic resource for Learner drivers and qualified drivers.

1) Find driving school suited to your needs
http://www.goinstructor.co.uk/search

2) FREE theory and practical test guides
http://www.goinstructor.co.uk/guides/

3) Ask questions about driving or learning to drive
http://www.goinstructor.co.uk/qa/

For Driving Schools
GoInstructor is a driving school community website designed to help driving instructors promote and advertise their driving schools.

1) Register your driving school http://www.goinstructor.co.uk/register

Edited: How to upload a profile picture?

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 14:00:58 +0000

When you LogIn your account you can add a picture to your driving schools listing by clicking "Upload profile picture" from the account dashboard.

Edited: How do I register my driving school

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 13:59:42 +0000

To register your driving school on GoInstructor click register driving school and follow the instructions.

You will need to complete the registration form, confirm your email address and then your listing will be sent for approval!

Edited: How to Log In for Driving Schools

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 13:58:21 +0000

When your driving school listing has been approved you can log into your account by clicking login

Enter your email and password into the form and you will be redirected to your account dashboard. You can then; Upload a profile picture Edit your driving school information View your statistics (website and profile views) Add reviews for your driving school and more...

Edited: How to change my password?

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 13:55:09 +0000

First you must LogIn to your account.

From the driving school dashboard then click "change password"

Edited: How can I change my email address

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 13:49:07 +0000

To change the email address for your driving school please contact us giving your old email and the new email for the account. You will be asked to verify that you have access to the old email account.

How do I edit my driving school details

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 13:36:37 +0000

When you are logged into your account you can edit your driving schools information by clicking "Edit Info". You will then see all your listing information in a form which you can update. To save changes click "Save" at the bottom of the form.

Answered: How old do you have to be to start your lessons?

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 23:36:01 +0000

As Stated above 17 on the road (with the disability exception) but you could look for under 17 driving lessons on the web as there are various driving schools who provide lessons off the public roads for under age drviers who want to get a head start.