Take the driving test in your own car

Nearly everyone takes the test in their instructor's car - but you don't have to. Your car will be acceptable, so long as it meets the following requirements:

• A seatbelt for the examiner
• A passenger head restraint, this needn't be adjustable but must be fitted as an integral part of the seat - 'slip on' type head restraints aren't permitted
• An interior mirror for the examiner's use
• L-plates displayed on the front and rear of the vehicle but not interfering with the driver's or examiner's view
• A speedometer that measures speed in miles per hour and kilometres per hour
• The vehicle must be legal and roadworthy and have no warning lights showing; e.g. the airbag warning light.

The DSA has more information about requirements for cars used on test.

Some manufacturers have recalled cars because of a safety issue. If your car is
on this list you will have to produce evidence that it has been repaired before you can take your test.

If you take your test in your instructor's car, it's their responsibility to make sure everything is in order.