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How to check your driving test appointment details
Need to double-check the time, place or status of your practical driving test? To check your driving test date, sign in to your DVSA booking on GOV.UK with your licence number and booking reference/theory test pass certificate number to view your test centre, date and time.
If the date is too far away, you can reschedule there - or let Driving Test Cancellations 4 All find and auto-book earlier slots for you.
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GOV.UK - Check your driving test appointment details
Checking your driving test booking: key takeaways
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Checking a driving test appointment online is quick and secure.
- Sign in on GOV.UK with your licence number and driving test booking reference number or theory test pass certificate number to view your appointment.
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The same GOV.UK system allows users to change or manage their test booking.
- Keep DVSA emails - your confirmation contains your booking reference number and other key information.
Can I check my UK driving test appointment details?
Yes, you check the details of your DVSA driving test booking. Checking a driving test appointment in the UK is simple when you know where to look.
Whether you can't find your booking confirmation email or you just want to double-check the time,
the GOV.UK
service lets anyone confirm their test date, time, and location in minutes.
You can quickly check your driving test details online using your driving licence number and either your theory test pass certificate or booking reference number.
Do you need to confirm your practical driving test centre, date and time booking details?
This step-by-step guide gives you everything you need to know about how to check your driving test appointment details on the DVSA website quickly and easily, as well as how to check for driving test availability and cancellations.
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What do I need before I can check my driving test appointment?
Many learner drivers use the online GOV.UK 'Check your driving test appointment details service' to manage their booking, change the date, or find an earlier slot. This online service helps to prevent missed test appointments.
Before checking a driving test appointment or status, a few key details are required. Having these ready helps avoid delays or errors when accessing the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) system.
Here's what you need before you check driving test booking details:
- Your UK driving licence number - identifies the driver and links to their test record
- Your DVSA driving test booking reference or theory test pass certificate number - confirms the correct test booking
- Access to your email - needed for DVSA confirmation messages or updates
Learners should confirm that all details match what was used when booking the test. Even small errors can stop the system from finding the correct record.
If you booked your practical test through a driving instructor or school, you may need to ask them for the booking reference before checking your appointment details.
Can't find your theory test pass certificate letter? No problem! Simply use GOV.UK to find your lost theory test pass certificate number
How to check driving test booking details (step-by-step)
Anyone who has booked a driving test in the UK can easily check their appointment details online.
This helps confirm the date, time, and test centre address before the day of the test.
The GOV.UK Check your driving test appointment details service also
allows users to change, cancel, or move
their appointment if needed. This service is available daily from 6am to 11:40pm.
Checking your driving test date
If you've lost or deleted your DVSA booking confirmation email, you can still check your driving test date details through this service.
Finding your test centre location
The DVSA system also shows the address of the test centre. This ensures the candidate knows exactly where to go on the day. Knowing the correct location also helps reduce stress.
We recommend to...
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Check the postcode and directions using a map app
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Visit the test centre in advance to learn the route and parking area
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Confirm travel time during similar traffic conditions
Steps to check your driving test booking details:
- Go to the GOV.UK 'Check your driving test appointment details service'. This is the online DVSA service to manage your practical test
- Tap/click the 'Start now' button
- Sign in to the DVSA service with your driving licence number and driving test booking reference or theory test pass certificate number
- Review your test appointment - see the test type, date and time of your test, and selected test centre, along with other key details
- Choose to change or cancel your driving test appointment if needed
- The DVSA will send you a confirmation email if you make any changes to your driving test appointment
If you can't find your driving test booking
Can't find your driving test appointment online? Don't panic! This can happen if the details entered do not match the information held by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
Here's what you can do...
- Check you're using the exact driving licence number and booking reference from your DVSA email - even a small typing error can stop the system from finding the booking
- Search your inbox (and spam) for the DVSA confirmation message - it helps to search for terms like driving test or DVSA confirmation
- If you still can't sign in, contact the DVSA for help - the DVSA can confirm test details such as the date, time, and
test centre address
What to do if you lose your DVSA driving test reference number
Losing the booking reference does not mean losing the test. Drivers can recover their test details using the DVSA's Check your driving test appointment service.
You can use your driving licence number and theory test pass certificate number to retrieve your booking reference number, along with the date, time, and location of your test.
To prevent future issues, you could store your reference number in more than one place, such as saving it on your phone and writing it down. This ensures quick access if changes or cancellations are needed later.
How to contact the DVSA if you need help checking your driving test appointment details
How do I check driving test availability at driving test centres?
The DVSA online driving test booking service shows live availability for each test centre.
Alternatively, Driving Test Cancellations 4 All can show you the current driving test availability at every DVSA driving test centre in England, Scotland and Wales. Find the current driving test availability at every DVSA driving test centre
Need to change or cancel your driving test?
Plans change - illness, instructor availability, travel, or a test date that's months away.
The good news is you can change or cancel from the same DVSA page you use to check your appointment.
Rescheduling your driving test
Learners can change the date, time, or location as long as they do it no later than 10 full working days before the test.
When rescheduling, it's important to confirm the new appointment immediately and keep the confirmation email.
Cancelling your driving test
Cancellations must also be made at least 10 full working days before the scheduled test to receive a refund.
The DVSA counts Monday to Saturday as working days, excluding public holidays. If you cancel your test too late, the test fee is lost.
For step-by-step help on how to change or cancel your driving test, see our guides:
Want an earlier driving test date?
If your date is too far away, earlier slots can appear when people change their booking.
If youβd rather not keep checking manually, you can set up test alerts for earlier availability at your chosen centres using our cancellation service.
What is the best time to check for driving test cancellations?
There isn't a single 'best' time - cancellations can appear at any hour and often go in minutes.
If you can't be online at the right moment, let us do it for you. Driving Test Cancellations 4 All checks every few minutes, sends instant alerts and can auto-book matching slots while you're busy. Find driving test cancellations now.
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- Widen your date/time availability window
- Add up to 5 test centres
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How to get driving test cancellations without constant refreshing
Finding an earlier driving test date can save weeks or even months of waiting.
Many people check the DVSA site repeatedly, but this method is time-consuming.
Earlier slots can appear and disappear fast - often in minutes - so manual checking is easy to miss.
Driving test cancellation checker apps track DVSA availability automatically and send alerts when a slot becomes available. This allows learners to change their test quickly without refreshing the site every few minutes.
Benefits of using Driving Test Cancellations 4 All's driving test availability checker:
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Saves time by removing the need for constant manual searches
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Reduces stress and frustration
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Increases the chance of finding an earlier test date
Using a trusted cancellation service helps learners secure an earlier test date that fits their schedule.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I check if my driving test is booked?
Sign in to the DVSA service on GOV.UK with your licence number and booking reference/theory test pass certificate number to view your test details.
What details can I see when I check my driving test appointment?
You can view your test centre, date, time and booking reference, plus options to change or cancel your test.
Can I change test centres when rescheduling?
Yes, as long as there's availability.
Will checking or viewing my booking affect it?
No, absolutely not! Reviewing your details doesn't change your appointment unless you make a change or cancellation.
Can I change or cancel my driving test appointment?
Yes. You can change or cancel your driving test through the GOV.UK online driving test booking service.
To avoid losing the test fee, the change or cancellation must be made at least 10 full working days before the scheduled test date.
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