How to get a UK driving licence - theory test success

To acquire a full UK driving licence, there are several key things you must do. First you will need to gain a provisional licence from the DVLA. This then allows you to take driving lessons and to sit the UK driving theory test, which you must pass before taking your practical driving test.

You will also need to find a good driving instructor who will ease your driving test nerves in the process. If you can, get recommendations from friends, but remember that everyone has their own favourite coaching style and their choice may not necessarily suit yours. So make sure you ask around and think about what best suits you.

The Theory Test consists of two sections, multiple choice and hazard perception. If you're a learner car driver you'll be asked 50 questions and you'll need to score 43 or higher to pass. It's vital that you get plenty of practice by using a trustworthy study guide.

If this sounds like a lot of work, then don't worry, help is at hand! Fortunately there are some really good interactive study aids that will ensure you pass first time. You can choose to study for your Theory Test online, using little more than the web browser you're looking at right now. Or, you can pick up PC discs which will run on your computer or laptop. You can even download apps for your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad which will let you study on your touch screen.

Driving Test Success is a website that helps to prepare learner drivers and motorcyclists for the UK theory and driving tests. It contains helpful articles, advice and up-to-date official revision questions from the Driving Standards Agency, the government body that sets the actual tests. You can also find your local driving instructor using this website.