Neil’s Driving Tuition Exeter

15/06/2026

There have been a number of driving test changes made by DVSA over the last few months. This includes the number of times you can swap a test, what location you can swap your test to and only the student can book and mange their test. This is to try and reduce the backlog and waiting times of tests. Below are some of the actions taken by DVSA where they have identified tests that have not followed the rules:-

Taking stronger action against those breaking the rules
As you know, from 12 May 2026 only learner drivers have been allowed to book, change, swap or cancel a car driving test.

This rule change has given us new powers to take direct action against those who misuse the booking service. And we are using those powers to make things fairer for all learner drivers.

Cancelling driving tests
We have started to cancel driving test that we have identified as being booked or managed outside of the new rules.

So far, we have cancelled 450 tests.

They were cancelled as they were booked using a payment card that has been used to pay for lots of driving tests for different learner drivers. This means that the tests were not booked by the learner driver taking the test. Our terms and conditions allow us to cancel tests where this happens.

We are continually monitoring the booking service and will keep cancelling tests where we have evidence of bookings made in breach of the law and our terms and conditions.

This will not stop.

We have placed 4,034 online booking suspensions on the system
A suspension means the driving licence holder can no longer book or manage tests online. They will need to call our customer service centre instead.

We’ve also updated our guidance to confirm that a suspension stays in place for 12 months.

We have reported apps to Apple and Google
We have successfully removed 17 apps from on the Apple and Google platforms that break the terms and conditions of our booking service. We will continue to monitor the platforms and report any new apps to have them removed as well.

Help us get the message to your pupils
Please remind your pupils of 3 simple things:

Do not use unofficial apps or websites to find or book a test slot.
Do not book a test through anyone on social media.
Only ever use GOV.UK - it is free and secure.
If they ignore this advice, the consequences are serious.

DVSA can suspend their online booking access. Their test can be cancelled. They could lose hundreds of pounds with no way to get it back.

And once they hand over their personal data to a scammer, they have no control over what happens to it.

We’ve published guidance for your pupils about this.

Find out more about the risks of unofficial driving test booking services and social media scams.

Thank you for your continued support in helping to make the system fairer for every learner.

29/04/2026

What a nice little birthday gift from Orla to me. Passing her test with just 4 minor faults on my birthday!! I was in the back of the car to witness a really great drive and achieving a great result that you richly deserve. I loved the hard work and dedication you put in Orla. Stay safe and you know where I am should you need anything.🚗🚗

23/04/2026

Lights are not only for you to see but also for you to be seen!

Daytime running lights are exactly that – to make yourself visible on the road during the daytime. 🚗

They’re too bright for night driving and don’t light the back of your car.

So SWITCH YOUR HEADLIGHTS ON when it’s getting dark, unless yours are automated.

Check your car’s manual to see if they are.

And read Rule 113 of the Highway Code in case you’ve forgotten how they work 📖

https://ow.ly/H0Bs50YMEkX

15/04/2026

Big smiles for Tori and under added pressure too! Both her brothers passed first time with me and Tori didn’t want to let the side down. She certainly didn’t and smashed her test with just two minor faults. Super proud of you Tori. I will now confirm, you are funnier than both of your brothers and certainly funnier than your Dad🤣🤣 Keep up the great standard of driving that you have continually shown🚗🚗

17/03/2026

DVSA driving test changes coming soon….

We’re putting learners in control of their car driving test bookings 🚘

If you’ve got a booking or you’ll be looking for a test soon, make a note of these dates 📅

31 March 2026 – only 2 changes can be made to a booking

12 May 2026 – only learners are allowed to book a test and make changes

9 June 2026 – learners can move their booked test only to nearby centres

By changing who can book car and change driving tests, we’re aiming to reduce the re-selling of driving tests, giving the power back to learners 💪

Read more on GOV.UK 👇

https://ow.ly/uP1T50YuHaJ

09/03/2026

Make sure the driving instructor you choose is right for you and is actually registered to teach you.

Do you know what to look for when choosing a driving instructor?

🚗 Approved driving instructors (ADIs) and trainee driving instructors must display a certificate in the windscreen of their vehicle when they are providing paid instruction.

They display:
🟢 a green certificate if they’re a fully qualified driving instructor
🩷 a pink certificate if they’re a trainee and are going through the qualification process

Find a registered driving instructor here: https://ow.ly/F7QJ50Yc7Wm

02/03/2026

19/02/2026

The second first time pass of 2026 goes to Sam. A great drive and Sam managed to control his nerves really well and passed first time with just 4 minor faults. You worked really hard Sam and I am so proud of what you have achieved today. A fantastic effort 😀🚗

06/02/2026

This young lady holds the record for the amount of times someone has unnecessarily said “sorry” during the course of her lessons! There was no sorry today though 😀. Isla smashed her driving test with a first time pass and 5 minor faults. I will genuinely miss our conversations and your warm personality. Stay safe on the road and I am looking forward to a wave

05/02/2026

Clear up some myths about a driving test…..

🚦 Driving test truth:
Examiners aren’t looking for perfection… they’re looking for safe decisions.

A stall won’t fail you.
A small mistake won’t fail you.
Panic might — so stay calm and keep driving safely.

Confidence isn’t luck. It’s preparation.
And you’re more ready than you think 🚗✨