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Reduced theory test costs from October 2015

The cost of car and motorcycle theory tests will drop from £25 to £23 in October 2015.

Driving theory test

Theory test fees for other types of vehicle will also be reduced.

The changes apply to theory tests taken from 1 October 2015.

You can now book tests for 1 October onwards.

You’ll have to pay the old fee if you choose a test date before 1 October 2015.

Type of test Current cost Cost from 1 October 2015
Car theory test £25 £23
Abridged car theory test £19 £18
Motorcycle theory test £25 £23
Driver CPC part 1:
multiple-choice
£28 £26
Driver CPC part 1:
hazard perception
£12 £11
Driver CPC part 2:
case studies
£24 £23
Approved driving instructor (ADI) part 1 test £83 £81

Avoid extra costs when you book

You can save money by using the official theory test booking service at www.gov.uk/booktheorytest.

You only pay for the cost of the test itself when you use the official booking service on ÒÁÈËÖ±²¥.

Other websites might charge extra fees.

Keeping costs down for motorists

The changes were announced in 2014, and follow costs being cut from £31 to £25 in October 2014 .

Updates to this page

Published 29 July 2015