How to apply for your theory test

You can take the theory test as soon as you reach your 17th birthday providing you have a valid provisional driving licence and appropriate identification. You need to make an appointment for the test in advance.

In the Telford area you will have to travel to Shrewsbury for the theory and hazard perception tests as these are not currently conducted at Telford.

Major centres will be open every day, more remote centres will not. You can check by telephoning 0870 0101372 (Welsh Speakers 0870 0100372) any time between 8.00am and 6.00pm Monday to Friday.

The Theory Test currently costs £28.50. You can pay by cheque or postal order with a written application or by debit or credit card for a telephoned booking.
How to apply for the test

If you have a debit or credit card the best way to book is by telephone, (see telephone system below for numbers). You will also need your driver number, (on your provisional driving licence) and a pen & paper to write down your booking reference number and other details. It is best to avoid telephoning on a Monday if possible as the phone lines are at their busiest.

The DSA has a telephone answering system for TEST BOOKING and GENERAL ENQUIRIES. Below are directions through the FAST TRACK telephone system to book a theory test.

The telephone number for ALL BOOKINGS is 08700 101372

Welsh Language 08700 100372

when you get to the automated answering system use the star number system below 

If you wish to book a CAR THEORY TEST you call ... 0870 0101372

wait for the automated answer and then key   ** 112

As a free services to our customers, we offer to make all test bookings for you. The above information is for those who wish to make their own bookings.

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