New Rules for Driving Tests

May 12, 2026, 10:21
UKPolitics

Introduction

The DVSA has new rules for driving tests. They want to stop people from selling test dates for a lot of money.

Main Body

Many people wait a long time for a test. Some people use computer programs to take all the dates. They sell these dates for £500. This is not fair because a test costs £62. Now, only the student can book the test. Teachers cannot book tests for students. Students can only change their test date two times. They can only move the test to a nearby city. The government says they are doing a good job. They do two million tests every year. But some driving schools say this is not enough. They say the government needs more driving examiners.

Conclusion

The DVSA changed the rules to stop the black market and help students get tests.

Learning

💡 The 'Can' Pattern

In this text, we see how to talk about rules and possibilities using one simple word: CAN.

1. Saying 'Yes' (Ability/Permission)

  • "Only the student can book the test."
  • Meaning: The student has the power or the right to do it.

2. Saying 'No' (The Negative)

  • "Teachers cannot book tests."
  • Tip: Cannot = Can not. It means it is forbidden or impossible.

3. Adding Limits

  • "Students can only change their test date two times."
  • When we put only after can, we show a limit (a small number or a specific condition).

Quick Map for A2 Learners:

Positive →\rightarrow I can book. Negative →\rightarrow I cannot book. Limited →\rightarrow I can only book twice.

Vocabulary Learning

DVSA (n.)
the UK driving test authority
Example:The DVSA sets the rules for driving tests.
rules (n.)
a set of instructions
Example:You must follow the traffic rules.
driving (adj.)
relating to a vehicle
Example:Driving tests are held every month.
tests (n.)
an examination
Example:He has many driving tests to pass.
stop (v.)
to cease or prevent
Example:They want to stop people from selling dates.
people (n.)
human beings
Example:Many people wait for a test.
selling (v.)
to give something for money
Example:They are selling dates for £500.
dates (n.)
a scheduled day
Example:The test dates are fixed.
money (n.)
currency used for payment
Example:They sell dates for a lot of money.
long (adj.)
lasting a great amount of time
Example:Many people wait a long time.
time (n.)
a period during which events happen
Example:It takes a long time to wait.
computer (n.)
an electronic device for processing data
Example:Some people use computer programs.
book (v.)
to reserve an appointment
Example:He can book the test online.
change (v.)
to alter
Example:Students can only change their date twice.
city (n.)
an urban area
Example:They moved the test to a nearby city.