We believe the Government needs to find a way to reduce the backlog of driving tests. We want the Government to review the process for booking driving tests, ban the resale of tests at inflated prices and the use of automated bots to buy tests.
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Driving test booking fraud and scams
Third-party brokers are selling inflated-price driving test slots through unofficial channels, exposing buyers to financial loss, account suspension, and legal consequences.
Fraud risks in driving test booking systems
Third-party brokers and bot services offer inflated-price driving test slots through unofficial channels, exposing users to scams, data theft, account suspension, and potential criminal prosecution. The DVSA is implementing new rules from May 2026 to prevent this practice.
Risks of purchasing driving test slots from third-party brokers
Educational information about the dangers and legal consequences of attempting to buy driving test slots outside official channels. Includes details about financial scams, account suspension, and upcoming rule changes.
Continue allowing driving instructors & driving schools to book and manage tests
The DVSA should continue its current approach of allowing driving instructors/schools to book tests. We think these professionals uphold standards, ensure readiness & reduce road risk. We think blocking them can force learners to chance tests unprepared, which could risk more road traffic accidents.
Risks of purchasing driving test slots illegally
Third-party brokers sell driving test slots at inflated prices, exposing buyers to financial scams, account suspension, identity fraud, and legal consequences. The official government booking system is the only safe method.
We believe the Government needs to find a way to reduce the backlog of driving tests. We want the Government to review the process for booking driving tests, ban the resale of tests at inflated prices and the use of automated bots to buy tests.
React
Members can read every reason.
Driving test booking fraud and scams
Third-party brokers are selling inflated-price driving test slots through unofficial channels, exposing buyers to financial loss, account suspension, and legal consequences.
Fraud risks in driving test booking systems
Third-party brokers and bot services offer inflated-price driving test slots through unofficial channels, exposing users to scams, data theft, account suspension, and potential criminal prosecution. The DVSA is implementing new rules from May 2026 to prevent this practice.
Risks of purchasing driving test slots from third-party brokers
Educational information about the dangers and legal consequences of attempting to buy driving test slots outside official channels. Includes details about financial scams, account suspension, and upcoming rule changes.
Continue allowing driving instructors & driving schools to book and manage tests
The DVSA should continue its current approach of allowing driving instructors/schools to book tests. We think these professionals uphold standards, ensure readiness & reduce road risk. We think blocking them can force learners to chance tests unprepared, which could risk more road traffic accidents.
Risks of purchasing driving test slots illegally
Third-party brokers sell driving test slots at inflated prices, exposing buyers to financial scams, account suspension, identity fraud, and legal consequences. The official government booking system is the only safe method.