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Important: 2026 DVSA rule change

From 12 May 2026, only the learner can book, change or cancel their own car driving test. LIDT is fully compliant. We help you find the right slot - you complete the booking yourself, with our team guiding you step by step, in person at our office or remotely by video call. Whether your goal is to pass the driving test in a week or simply secure an earlier appointment, we can help you find the most suitable option.

In force from spring 2026

The 2026 DVSA Rule Changes

The rules for booking a car driving test changed from spring 2026. All three rules are now fully in force.

Rule 1 2 Changes Maximum

You can only make 2 changes to your car driving test booking. Changing the date, time, test centre, or swapping with another learner all count as one change.

Choose your test centre carefully from the start.

Rule 2 Only You Can Book

Only you, the learner, can book, change, cancel or swap your own car driving test. It is against the law for anyone else to do this on your behalf.

However, you can still get help. A friend, family member or LIDT operative can assist you, as long as you are present throughout the process and complete the steps yourself.

Rule 3 3 Nearest Test Centres

You can only move your test to one of the 3 nearest test centres to where your test is currently booked. You cannot move it anywhere in the country.

Choose your test centre carefully when you first book.

Nearest test centres are determined by the postcode used when the original DVSA booking was made, not your home postcode.

★ You make the booking. LIDT guides you through it. Our team will walk you through the GOV.UK process step by step, at our office or over a remote video session, using our expertise in securing early test appointments.

Assisted Booking (In Person or Remote)

LIDT learners only

This service is exclusively available to candidates who train with LIDT instructors. Ideal if you want to secure a practical test slot quickly and without mistakes, it becomes available once your instructor confirms you are ready via the LIDT app.

How it works

Your LIDT instructor confirms your readiness through the LIDT Instructor App
You contact LIDT to arrange an assisted booking appointment at our office or by video call
An LIDT operative guides you through the GOV.UK booking process, beside you or on screen
You complete every step yourself on the GOV.UK website
The LIDT operative ensures no mistakes are made and all details are correct
Your test is booked, fully compliant with 2026 DVSA rules

★ You are present throughout. You complete every step. LIDT guides only.

★ This service is fully compliant with SI 2026 No. 326 and official DVSA guidance on assisted booking.

Emergency Instructor and Test Car

If you have already booked a DVSA practical test and your driving instructor is unavailable on that date, LIDT can help you find an available ADI and test car at short notice so you do not lose your test slot.

How it works

Register your test details with LIDT: date, time, test centre and your location
LIDT searches our network of 100+ ADIs across London and surrounding areas
If an available instructor is found, we confirm the match and arrange the test car
You attend your test in an LIDT instructor's car

★ LIDT cannot guarantee availability. Results depend on instructor availability in your area on your specific test date.

★ Register as early as possible to maximise your chances.

What We Book Directly

No restrictions

The 2026 rule changes apply to car practical tests only. LIDT can still book all of the following directly on your behalf — no restrictions, no changes to these services. This is particularly useful if you need a fast track driving test.

✓ Theory tests All categories

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✓ Motorcycle practical tests

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✓ Lorry / HGV practical tests

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✓ Bus practical tests

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✓ ADI part 2 and 3 tests

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★ These services are unaffected by the 2026 DVSA rule changes. LIDT books these tests directly on your behalf, exactly as before.

Looking for motorcycle, lorry, bus or ADI test bookings? Email us at info@lidt.co.uk — we will open registrations if there is enough interest.

Ready to find your DVSA practical test slot?

Whether you're looking for a one week intensive driving course or simply need help securing an earlier date, message us on WhatsApp, available 24 hours a day. Tell us your situation and we will find the right service for you.

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Information for existing customers

If you previously made a booking before 12 May 2026 through our website and were issued a DVSA reference number, your test appointment is held directly with DVSA. From 12 May 2026, you are responsible for managing your own appointment. Please follow the steps below.

Step 1

Check your test is still booked

Visit gov.uk/check-driving-test with your booking reference and driving licence number to confirm your appointment is in place.

Step 2

Update your contact details with DVSA

Log in at GOV.UK and make sure your email address, phone number and home address are up to date so DVSA can reach you directly.

Step 3

Think carefully before making any changes

You can now only change your test twice. Only reschedule if your circumstances have genuinely changed and your instructor has confirmed they are available on the new date.

Step 4

Have a question or need to cancel?

Please contact us at info@lidt.co.uk before taking any action. Please note: the administration fee is non-refundable. Any DVSA fee refund is subject to confirmation from DVSA.

Pass Your Driving Test Sooner

Assisted Booking (In Person or Remote)

How it works

Emergency Instructor and Test Car

How it works

What We Book Directly

Ready to find your DVSA practical test slot?

Information for existing customers

Check your test is still booked

Update your contact details with DVSA

Think carefully before making any changes

Have a question or need to cancel?