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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, or visit our office and we guide you through it in person.

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. Visit our office and our team will walk you through the GOV.UK process step by step, using our expertise in securing early test appointments.

Swap Matching

No match, no fee

LIDT maintains a database of thousands of learner drivers. When two candidates want each other's slot, we introduce them and they swap directly with DVSA.

Steps

  1. Register and tell us your current test details and preferred alternative
  2. We find a compatible match and introduce both candidates
  3. You both call DVSA on 0300 200 1122 — DVSA processes the swap
  4. Both candidates receive updated confirmation

Eligibility

  • Both candidates must have at least 1 change remaining
  • At least 10 full working days before the earliest test (Monday to Saturday count)
  • Same test type — weekday (£62) or weekend and bank holiday (£75)
  • From 9 June 2026: swap partner must be at same or one of your 3 nearest centres
  • Both candidates must be available simultaneously for the DVSA call
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★ The swap counts as one of your 2 permitted changes. Your DVSA fee is preserved.

★ DVSA phone line: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Call 0300 200 1122, option 1.

★ Platform fee on successful matches only. No match, no fee.

In Person Assisted Booking

LIDT learners only

This service is exclusively available to candidates who train with LIDT instructors. When your instructor confirms via the LIDT app that you are ready, you become eligible.

How it works

  1. Your LIDT instructor confirms your readiness through the LIDT Instructor App
  2. You contact LIDT to arrange an in person assisted booking appointment
  3. An LIDT operative sits with you and guides you through the GOV.UK booking process
  4. You complete every step yourself on the GOV.UK website
  5. The LIDT operative ensures no mistakes are made and all details are correct
  6. Your test is booked, fully compliant with 2026 DVSA rules
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★ 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

Register early for best results

If you have already booked a car driving 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

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

★ 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.

✓ 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.

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Information for existing customers

If you previously made a booking before the 12th of 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.

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