Updated 2025–26
How Much Does the Driving Test Cost?
UK practical driving test fees, what to expect, and how to boost your chances of passing.
Driving Test Fees
Weekday Test
£62
Mon–Fri
Weekend/Evening
£75
Sat, Sun, evenings
Extended Test
£124
After disqualification
| Full Cost to Get Your Licence | Cost |
|---|---|
| Provisional licence | £34 |
| Theory test | £23 |
| ~45 hours of lessons | £1,350 |
| Practical test | £62 |
| Total | £1,469 |
National pass rate: 49%
Half of all candidates fail. The most common reasons: not checking mirrors, junctions, and steering control. Book when your instructor says you're ready, not before.