Please read this initial statement carefully. The mock test service I offer is a one off session and arranged on the clear understanding that there is no expectation of using my car to take your test in or being accompanied by me on your test. I only allow my car to be used on a test by learners who have been having regular lessons with me (at least 10 weekly lessons totalling a minimum of 15 hours) AND who I am satisfied have reached a standard that could pass a test. Prior to taking a mock test, you will be required to agree to terms for the mock test.
The mock test service I provide is designed to help learners as part of their preparation for a practical driving test. This one-off mock test service is aimed specifically at learners who are not learning to drive with me i.e. they are taking lessons with another driving instructor or with a family member or friend. This mock test service provides a totally independent assessment of your driving standard (by a fully qualified driving instructor) and also the opportunity of driving in test conditions (i.e. being examined by a total stranger, as is the case when driving in the presence of an examiner on the test, which can make you feel more nervous than usual). The mock test service is not designed for learners to work on areas already identified as requiring development by a driving test examiner on a recent driving test.
The mock test session incorporates an initial in-car discussion and then involves a drive (of approx. 15 minutes), aimed at allowing you to become familiar with my car (as it is probably different to the car you’re used to driving) while driving to a suitable location to start the mock test (ideally close to the test centre). The mock test involves a 40 minute drive (the amount of driving in a practical driving test) but would also aim to assess (but not teach) at least two (if not all) test manoeuvres. The route depends largely on your location but would, ideally, be a typical route used at the test centre where you plan to take your test (from a selection of test routes that I’ve witnessed used by examiners at either Chilwell, Colwick and Watnall test centres). If this is not possible, I will plan to mimic the conditions and challenge of a typical test route. At the end of the mock test, I will spend some time with you to discuss my assessment and provide you with guidance on areas to work on (with your own instructor or family member) leading up to your test date. This will be followed up with a written report, which will be emailed to you within 24 hours.
The mock test is a two hour session but that the price of a mock test is higher than the price of standard two hour lesson as the set up/admin time for one off sessions is greater than for pupils who have regular lessons. In addition, the price of a mock test takes into account the time spent after the session providing a written report.
Please note that learners who are already registered for lessons with me and have regular (at least weekly) lessons with me will have a tailored lesson plan, especially for the month leading up to the practical test, and will receive at least one mock test within their lesson plan. In addition, they will also have a pre-test session to help reduce those last minute nerves and concerns (which are very natural).
If you are interested in my independent Mock Test Session (or any other of my services), please contact me using my contact form, by telephone or send me a message (text or WhatsApp) using any of the contact details at the bottom of this page.