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Driving test topic21 weeks
DVSA practical driving test: 20.9 weeks to 10%+ weekly availability in Great Britain
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21 weeks
DVSA practical driving test: 20.9 weeks to 10%+ weekly availability in Great Britain
Updated Jul 17
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DVSA practical driving test: 20.9 weeks to 10%+ weekly availability in Great Britain
Updated Jul 17, 2026, 2:17 PM
21 weeks
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Processing time guide
How long does DVSA practical driving test take in United Kingdom?
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Application tracking
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News
Recent official updates connected to this queue.
Jul 8, 2026
UK car driving-test waiting-time data updated for June 2026
GOV.UK’s car driving-test data now includes waiting-time and availability tables updated in July 2026.
Jun 19, 2026
UK driving-test booking rules changed in 2026
DVSA changed car driving-test booking rules in 2026, including limits on changes and restrictions on who can manage bookings.