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   The Theory Test / Driving Test for Learner Car Drivers

Car Test Related Issues / Consultations

Car Test Related Issues

Kilmarnock Car Driving Test Centre Could Close
The DSA recognise that the current Kilmarnock test centre does not satisfy certain criteria therefore the DSA are currently assessing the location of suitable premises. In conjunction with this the DSA are considering closing both the Kilmarnock and the Saltcoats test centres and relocating to a suitable site in Irvine.

• This process is currently under consideration with the outcome still to be decided.

Independent Driving
The DSA are currently looking into the possibility of introducing 'Independent Driving' for the driving test. During a section of the driving test learners will be given the opportunity to show that they can make independent decisions while driving. Examples being trialled at present are:-

• a. the driver will be asked to drive to a specific location using traffic signs for direction;
• b. the driver will be given three verbal directions to a location, they will be asked to repeat these back to the examiner, a diagram will also be used to indicate the location. The driver will then be required to follow the directions to the location.

• The target date for introduction into the driving test is October 2010.

Supervising Driver Sitting In On Test
When a candidate arrives for the driving test the driver who accompanied them (supervising driver) will be required to sit in on the test and the debrief.

• The target date for introduction into the driving test is October 2010 (refer update)
• Update: The DSA have now opted to give the candidate the choice of whether the accompanying driver sits in on test or not. The examiner will ask the candidate as to their choice. The examiner will also ask the candidate if (after the test) they want the accompanying driver to be present for the debrief. The new date for introduction into the driving test is 6th April 2010.

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