Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Theory test booking appointment with DSA

Passing driving theory test

Before appearing for driving theory test you should be the holder of a valid provisional licence. Passing a driving theory test is very important because then only you can appear for the further test i.e. driving practical test, hazard perception, independent driving test and pass plus. Passing a driving theory test is important and it's a base of all tests.

If you appear or take all driving test then you will have a better understanding of highway codes, road maps, you will learn new skills and techniques, improve anticipation and alertness, learn how to reduce the danger of accidents and uphold a civil attitude on the road and also assist to build up existing skills.

How can driving theory test booked:

There are various ways through which you can book your self for driving theory test.
They are as follows -

· Online booking
· Booking by post
· Booking driving test over phone.

Online booking

If you want to apply for driving theory test online you will have to provide -
· A valid UK driving licence
· A valid debit or credit card for payment
(Visa, MasterCard, Delta, Visa Electron, Switch/Maestro and Solo cards are accepted)

Booking by post


An application form has to be submitted if you desire to book a theory test by post. Application forms are offered online or on appeal from the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) booking line. Application forms for the theory test will be sent to the address which is mentioned in the form i.e.

Driver and Vehicle Agency,

Booking Department,
PO Box 381,
Manchester, M50 3UW
Payment can be made either by cheque or by postal order as cash payments are not accepted.

Booking driving test over phone


You can apply for a theory test telephonically also by using the numbers mentioned below, from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm except on Bank Holidays

Booking theory test line - 0870 0101 372
Welsh language booking line - 0870 0100 372
Minicom booking line - 0870 0106 372
Fax booking line - 0870 0104 372

Following documents are required if you are applying for a theory test on phone -

  • A valid UK driving licence
  • A valid debit or credit card for payment
(Visa, MasterCard, Delta, Visa Electron, Switch/Maestro and Solo cards are accepted)


Booking cancellation/rescheduling process


Candidate can cancel or reschedule his or her driving test through telephone. Via booking line telephonically or one can cancel or reschedule it through online. You can provide DSA three clear working days notice then you may:

  •  Move or change your appointment
  •  Cancel your appointment
  •  Have a full refund of test fee