Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport

Extend the driving theory test expiry time from two to three years

Closed 45 signatures

What the petition asks

I would like the Government to extend the expiry dates for driving theory tests from the current two years to three, until the backlog is resolved.
Currently it can take 6-8 months to get a driving test. Learners are experiencing huge wait times and in some cases additional costs to secure practical tests before their passed theory tests expire. Around 50% don't pass the practical test first time, making it difficult for many to book and pass a practical driving test before their theory test expiration date. This has led to some learners paying more during a cost of living crisis.

Timeline

29 Jun 2023 Petition opened for signatures
29 Dec 2023 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 45
Status Closed
Department Department for Transport
Opened 29 Jun 2023
Closed 29 Dec 2023

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.