Explanatory note
(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations further amend the Motor Vehicles (Driving Licences) Regulations 1996 (S.I. 1996/2824) by—
(a)
increasing the fees for practical and unitary driving tests, as specified below, and for the London taxi drivers' test from £31 to £32.75;
(b)
increasing from £10 to £15 the charge made for the supply of forms of practical test pass certificates to persons appointed to conduct tests by certain approved companies and public service vehicle operators.
The fees payable in respect of tests from 1st April 1998 (with the percentage increase and the date of the last change shown in brackets) are:—
ORDINARY TESTS
| Type of vehicle | Tests commenced during normal hours | Tests commenced during evenings and weekends |
|---|---|---|
| Motor cycles and mopeds | £39 (2.6%, April 1997) | £52 (4%, April 1997) |
| Cars, tractors and minor categories | £32.75 (5.6%, April 1997) | £43 (4.9%, April 1997) |
| Cars with trailers, goods vehicles and passenger-carrying vehicles | £73.50 (13.1%, April 1997) | £92 (10.8%, April 1997) |
EXTENDED TESTS
| Type of vehicle | Tests commenced during normal hours | Test commenced at weekends |
|---|---|---|
| Cars | £65.50 (5.7%, April 1997) | £86 (4.9%, April 1997) |
| Motor cycles | £78 (2.6%, April 1997) | £104 (4%, April 1997) |