FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. How many lessons will I need?
A. This is both the most common question I hear and the most difficult to answer! For more information click here.
Q. Can I learn in an automatic car?
A. Sorry no, currently I only offer lessons in a manual car.
Q. What do I need to bring with me on my test?
A. You will need to bring the card part of your licence. The paper part is now obselete. If you have an old style licence bring this and your passport. The DSA are very strict about the licence so make sure you look it out in good time. You cannot do the test without it and it is best to avoid a last minute panic looking for it.
Q. Will I fail the test for getting a show me tell me question wrong?
A. No, even getting both questions wrong will only result in one driver (minor) error being accrued..
Q. What is the best time to take a test?
A. The day of week does not matter, although I do prefer to do tests mid-morning as the roads tend to be slightly quieter at this time. Weather should not really affect you as in extreme weather the test would be cancelled.
Q. How can I cope with nerves on my test?
A. In my experience the best way to cope with nerves is to be very well prepared for the test. If you know exactly what to expect and what to do then you will have the confidence to overcome even the worst case of nerves.
Q. Can you guarantee I will pass?
A. That would be nice but the honest answer is no, I can't. It all depends on what happens on the day. However I can guarantee to prepare you very well for test to give you the best chance.
Q. I have seen courses offered which guarantee you will pass, is this true?
A. Nobody can guarantee you a pass. These courses usually offer to give you indefinite tuition until you do pass. Often though, the cost is very high and you may have to travel some distance to take the course.
Please contact me if you have any other questions, I will do my best to answer them.