Once you have passed your theory test, you can then book a practical driving test (Form DL26 available from the Driving Test Centre or your driving instructor).
It is always best that you and your driving instructor agree that you have had enought driving tuition to ensure that you are at a suitable standard for a driving test. You must be able to drive well consistently and with confidence and not require any assistance or guidance from your instructor. Most people who fail do so because they haven't had enough instruction and practice.

Whichever method you use to learn to drive, be it either an approved driving instructor or a family member or friend, the car used for the driving test must be a roadworthy vehicle suitable for the purpose of the test. You must display L-plates which conform to current regulations when driving a motor vehicle under provisional licence conditions. The vehicle must also have seat belts, and front head restraints fitted to the front passenger seat, and an interior mirror for use by the examiner.

Documentation you must take to the test with you are your theory test pass certificate, a valid GB or Northern Ireland driving licence and photographic proof of identity. If you have the new style photocard licence, you must bring both parts of the licence (photocard and paper counterpart) to the test. This type of licence will also act as your photographic proof of identity.

The test usually takes approx 35 to 40mins.

In next part of your test, the examiner will want to see you drive safely and competently under various road and traffic conditions and perform various set manoeuvres and will be asked two questions, one ‘show me’ and one ‘tell me’. To find out more about the driving test visit the Driving Standards Agency.

Once your test is over, the examiner will tell you if you have passed or failed and offer to debrief you.

THE OFFICIAL DRIVING TEST. The full syllabus, explained by the people who set the standards.