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15th August 2018

Meet an ADI: Peter

So far in our Meet an ADI series, we’ve profiled driving instructors from Greater Manchester, Lancashire and West Yorkshire. But there are still plenty of pieces of the PassMeFast puzzle that haven’t yet slotted in place. That’s why, in this edition, we’re heading to South Yorkshire to meet our local ADI Peter! Peter’s been part of the PassMeFast team since the beginning of 2018, but has already been behind his fair share of pass stories. Let’s hear from the man himself! About...

10th August 2018

Nottinghamshire Driving Test Centres: Your Essential Guide

As PassMeFast has grown, we’ve endeavoured to learn everything there is to know about the areas we cover across the UK. In pursuit of this, we’ve assembled Essential Guides on each county’s test centres. In this guide, we focus on the five Nottinghamshire driving test centres. This county boasts no fewer than five test centres, three of which lie in close proximity to the county’s major city of Nottingham. Each test centre, however, offers a unique set of challenges to the...

10th August 2018

Top 5 Myths About the Theory Test

If you’re a learner, you’re sure to have heard plenty of driving advice from everyone from your parents to your friends to your next-door neighbour’s hairdresser. The trouble is that so much of what people claim about driving simply doesn’t stack up—and this is certainly true of a number of theory test myths. Here in this article, we’ll reveal the truth about the theory test, helping you to avoid some of the biggest mistakes candidates make and prepare to pass...

7th August 2018

Why Does the DVSA Cancel Driving Tests? Top Reasons in 2017/18

Anyone who’s ever received a cancellation email from the DVSA will know the sinking feeling it brings. You’ve put in so much hard work, prepared for your driving test and gone through some serious nerves—all for your driving dreams to be put on hold. Unfortunately, this isn’t a rare event. In fact, cancelled driving tests are an unfortunate reality for thousands of learners every year. In 2017/18, the DVSA cancelled more tests than in any year since 2010/11: almost 100,000. But...

3rd August 2018

Our Top 5 Pass Photos in July

Greetings driving enthusiasts! Yep, it’s that time again—we’re back with another round-up of our favourite pass photos. In the month that saw British people collectively cave in and admit that, come on, we appreciate a bit of sun but it’s a bit TOO HOT now thank you very much, some people still managed to pass their driving test! We’re not sure how they did it, to be honest—we’ve barely been able to muster the strength to refill the ice trays....

3rd August 2018

Which Test Centres Had the Best and Worst Pass Rates in 2017/18?

Here at PassMeFast, we’re firm believers that your test results come down to you—not the stats. Nonetheless, road conditions—and, thus, test conditions—do vary across the country. It’s for this reason that many of us wonder where our local area stands in comparison to others. But where exactly are the best and worst test centre pass rates? The answer, in fact, changes all the time. Old test centres close down each year, making way for new ones. Meanwhile, existing test centres with a...

3rd August 2018

Our Top 5 Customer Reviews in July

As a leading driving school, PassMeFast helps thousands of learners to pass their driving test each year. We take great pride in seeing the roster of PassMeFast alumni grow each month—and we’re pleased to report that July was no exception. To celebrate this, we wanted to highlight some of this month’s star performers and share what they had to say about their PassMeFast experiences. Their reviews stand as a testament to the hard work that learners and instructors put in. Without...

1st August 2018

Do I Need to Take My Theory Test Certificate to My Practical Driving Test?

It’s the morning of your driving test. The big day you’ve been preparing for since you first parked your bum in that driver’s seat. You’ve consumed a hearty breakfast, dressed in your finest comfy-yet-practical attire and your instructor has just arrived to take you to the test centre. You set off, armed with your provisional licence and a positive mindset. You’re good to go! …Right? Well, according to the DVSA’s test day checklist, not quite. The official guidelines state that,...

1st August 2018

July 2018: News Roundup

Welcome to July 2018’s edition of PassMeFast’s monthly news roundup. Here, we’ll cover the latest developments from across the world of motoring. So, don’t fret if you missed any of this month’s biggest stories: they’re all here! In this rundown, we’ll cover the release of the latest driving test statistics. Next, we’ll look at new eyesight warnings from the DVLA, followed by a new road safety campaign. After that, we’ll examine Greater Manchester’s new ‘Beelines’ scheme, before moving onto new...

27th July 2018

How Much Does the Driving Test Cost?

Your driving course is coming to an end. You’ve started from the basics, covered all your advanced manoeuvres and have slowly progressed in terms of both skill and confidence. Now, there’s just one last obstacle to overcome before you get your hands on that full UK driving licence: the practical test. Unfortunately, the test doesn’t come for free. Yep, you’re going to have to pay to go through the stressful ordeal of taking your practical test. But how much, exactly,...