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Theory test is quite easy once you'v read the book and done the practise tests - plenty of websites and I think even the DVLA has a practise site.
Hazard perception was quite hard - I only Just passed it. You can't just click like made. You have to look way forward and click just the once as soon as you see some potential hazard - clicking by the time the hazard has happened is toooo late.
Practical - any experience driver just needs to learn what the examiner is looking for and the required elements - emergency brake etc.
So book your theory test now. pass it. than book the practical test - its about a 6 week wait. and book some lessons two weeks before and you'll be sorted.
Now...getting insured will be painful. But if you show any insurance or driving experience from Sri Lanka I suppose it might help to bring the premium down - but I found as soon as you declare you are a foreigner - the premium is about 10% higher.
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I know it's not quite comparable, but it took me 10 hours of motorcycle training to pass my test, having been a driver for 10 years. I wouldn't expect anyone who can drive a car to need more than 3 - 5 hours of instruction to get to a passing standard. That shouldn't much more than £130 or so.
The theory test is easy and you have 2 years to pass your test afterwards, so my advice is get that one checked off. It's £31 and there are plenty of apps with the actual questions on, so you just need to practice and practice. The tricky portion is Hazard Perception - it's not a difficult concept, but you have to find what they're after. The AA do some nice practice software.
And finally, the actual test is £62 or £75 (plus your driving instructors fee).
So, realistically, you should be able to get this sorted for £250. You'll need to get your provisional license sorted first, before anything, though and that's a couple of quid, too.
It can be easier said than done to remove bad habits, though - so you'll need to engage your brain. And listen to your instructor - they know exactly what is being looked for - people will insist on giving you all sorts of 'advice' and 'tips' on the actual driving, but just stick to a reputable instructor and listen solely to them. The test has changed a lot over the years and things that were recommended at one time will now you see you failing (E.g., overuse of engine braking would be a good example)Last edited by vwdan; 28 April 2014, 12:32.
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It's not that hard, assuming you don't have a lot of bad habits you need to lose, which like most experienced drivers you probably do.
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Originally posted by suspension View PostHi
Provided that I have a Sri Lanka driving licence since 2006 and I am a really good driver, how difficult would it be to get a UK license? How much would it cost? How difficult would the theory and practical tests be? Is there any one who has done the same?
Thanks
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Originally posted by suspension View PostHi
Provided that I have a Sri Lanka driving licence since 2006 and I am a really good driver, how difficult would it be to get a UK license? How much would it cost? How difficult would the theory and practical tests be? Is there any one who has done the same?
Thanks
Why not get some practice on the Magic Roundabout?
You are still in Swindon aren't you?
Send my regards to your good lady wife while we're at it.
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Originally posted by suspension View PostHi
Provided that I have a Sri Lanka driving licence since 2006 and I am a really good driver, how difficult would it be to get a UK license? How much would it cost? How difficult would the theory and practical tests be? Is there any one who has done the same?
Thanks
Last edited by Paddy; 27 April 2014, 20:41.
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Sri Lanka is left-hand driving, so you are used to it, which is good. The theory test costs £30. You can download an app and keep doing the questions, repeating them, until you get 90% or more. There are good apps for that. Don't forget the hazard perception test, which is part of the theory test, there are also apps for that. For the practical test, you can perhaps take 5 lessons and try it. Each lesson costs around £20.
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Originally posted by suspension View PostHi
Provided that I have a Sri Lanka driving licence since 2006 and I am a really good driver, how difficult would it be to get a UK license? How much would it cost? How difficult would the theory and practical tests be? Is there any one who has done the same?
Thanks
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Getting driving license - difficulty, cost
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Provided that I have a Sri Lanka driving licence since 2006 and I am a really good driver, how difficult would it be to get a UK license? How much would it cost? How difficult would the theory and practical tests be? Is there any one who has done the same?
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