Booking a Theory and Hazard Perception Test![]() ![]() How to Book your Theory Test and Harzard Perception TestBefore you can sit your full driving test, you first need to sit, and pass, the driving theory and hazard preception test. For a general review of the format and structure of both of these tests, just click on Theory and Hazard Perception Test. Note that the theory test and hazard perception test take place immediately after the other - for simplicity, we will refer to both of these tests as the theory test. Prior to booking the test, you must first ensure that you have a fully valid Provisional Driving Licence and must have a means of paying the £31.00 test fee. There are three ways that you can book your theory test, as follows: 1) Online To apply online, click Book your Theory Test and simply follow the online instructions. Note that in order to complete the online application, you require a valid UK driving licence as well as a credit or debit card for the £31.00 payment. Also note that Directgov operate on behalf of the DVLA. 2) By Phone To apply by phone, just call 0300 200 1122. Note that in order to complete the phone application, you require a valid UK driving licence as well as a credit or debit card for the £31.00 payment. Also note that Directgov operate on behalf of the DVLA. 3) By Post To apply by post, you will need an application form. You can either request an application form online, or by calling the telephone booking line on 0300 200 1122. The £31.00 payment can be made by either cheque or postal order: not cash. Note: If you need to cancel or reschedule your theory test, you can do this either over the phone or online. As long as you give the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) at least three clear working days notice, you can 1) cancel your existing appointment, 2) move or change your appointment or 3) request a full test fee refund. Before you sit your theory test and hazard perception test, why not try our full 50 question mock theory test. Just click on Mock Theory Test and see if you're ready for the full formal theory test. To find your nearest Theory Test Centre, just click on Theory Test Centres for a full alphabetical list of all UK centres. The test centres are generally well decorated and are not as intimidating as you would think. As long as you have studied for the theory test and the the hazard perception test, passing should not be a problem.
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