Driving Test Car Hire in London: Last Minute Solutions for Your Driving Test

When it comes to taking your driving test, having the right car can make all the difference. Whether your driving instructor is double-booked or you simply don’t have access to a suitable vehicle, finding a reliable driving test car hire service can be a lifesaver. If you’re in London or the surrounding areas, our service is tailored to meet your last-minute needs with efficiency and reliability.

Why Choose Our Driving Test Car Hire Service?

1. Comprehensive Coverage Across London:
We understand the stress and pressure that comes with preparing for a driving test. That’s why we offer a wide range of vehicles for hire across London and its surrounding areas. No matter where your test center is located within the region, we can provide you with a test-friendly vehicle that suits your needs.

2. Dual-Controlled Vehicles for Your Peace of Mind:
Safety is paramount when taking a driving test. All our cars, whether manual or automatic, are fitted with dual controls, ensuring that you have the extra security you need during your test. Additionally, our vehicles are small and easy to maneuver, making them ideal for the challenges of a driving test.

3. Qualified and Experienced Instructors:
Our team comprises fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructors) with years of experience. They understand the testing routes and common pitfalls that learners face, offering you the best possible chance of passing your test. If your instructor is unavailable, you can count on us to provide an emergency driving instructor near you, equipped with a test-ready vehicle.

4. Flexible and Easy Booking Process:
We know that life doesn’t always go to plan. If you find yourself needing a car at the last minute, simply call, WhatsApp, or email us to confirm your details and arrange the hire. Our booking process is straightforward, requiring just a deposit to secure the vehicle. Rest assured, your booking is only confirmed once the deposit is received, giving you peace of mind that your test day is covered.

5. Competitive Pricing:
Our pricing is highly competitive, reflecting our extensive experience and connections with driving instructors across London. We understand the market well, which allows us to offer some of the best rates for driving test car hire in the area. This affordability doesn’t come at the expense of quality; our vehicles and services are top-notch, ensuring you get excellent value for your money. The standard car hire fee is £150 for the test date. However, this price is subject to change depending on mileage, location, or other logistical considerations. Any adjustments will be communicated in advance.

6. Long-Standing Reputation:
Having served learners in London for over seven years, we have built a strong reputation for reliability and excellent service. Our clients have rated us as a five-star service on Google, a testament to our commitment to helping learners succeed in their driving tests. Unlike other companies that have come and gone, we have remained a steadfast partner for London’s learner drivers.

7. Insurance and Liability Covered:
All our instructors carry learner insurance, so you don’t have to worry about the details. Our service handles everything, allowing you to focus solely on your driving test. This seamless approach is just one more way we make the process easier for our clients.

8. Additional Services for Learners:
Beyond car hire, we also offer intensive driving courses and driving lessons to help learners build confidence and skill before their test. If you’re feeling unprepared or need a quick refresher, our experienced instructors can provide targeted lessons to ensure you’re ready on the big day.

How Our Service Works

When you need a last-minute car hire for your driving test, we’ve got you covered. Here’s how our process works:

1. Contact Us: Reach out to us via phone, WhatsApp, or email with the details of your test. We’ll discuss your needs and find the right vehicle and instructor for you.
2. Secure Your Booking: Pay a deposit to secure your booking. Your booking is confirmed once the deposit is received, ensuring that the vehicle is reserved for your test day.
3. Get Ready for Your Test: On the day of your test, your instructor will meet you at an agreed location, either at the test center or at a convenient spot for a pre-test lesson.
4. Take Your Test with Confidence: With a fully insured, dual-controlled car and an experienced instructor by your side, you can approach your test with the confidence that everything is in place for you to succeed.

Why Last-Minute Car Hire Might Be the Key to Passing Your Test

Life can be unpredictable, and sometimes you find yourself in need of a car at the last minute. Whether your instructor is unavailable or you’re taking the test independently, having access to a reliable and suitable vehicle is crucial. Our last-minute driving test car hire service ensures that you’re not left stranded or forced to reschedule your test. Instead, you can focus on performing your best, knowing that the logistics are handled.

Book Your Driving Test Car Hire Today

Don’t let the lack of a car hold you back from taking your driving test. Our service is designed to provide you with a test-ready vehicle at a moment’s notice. With competitive pricing, experienced instructors, and a reputation for excellence, we’re here to help you pass your driving test on your terms.

For more information or to book a car, contact us today. Whether it’s an emergency or a planned booking, we’re ready to assist you with all your driving test car hire needs in London and the surrounding areas.

Call now for a driving test car hire. We cover London and surrounding areas for last minute car hire bookings.

07514-324-851

“Show me” Tell me” Questions

“Tell me” questions

1. Tell me how you’d check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.

Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side.

2. Tell me where you’d find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.

Manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.

3. Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash.

The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears, and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable.

4. Tell me how you’d check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.

No cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre.

5. Tell me how you’d check that the headlights and tail lights are working. You don’t need to exit the vehicle.

Explain you’d operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk round vehicle (as this is a ‘tell me’ question, you don’t need to physically check the lights).

6. Tell me how you’d know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.

Warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system.

7. Tell me how you’d check the direction indicators are working. You don’t need to exit the vehicle.

Explain you’d operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk round vehicle (as this is a ‘tell me’ question, you don’t need to physically check the lights).

8. Tell me how you’d check the brake lights are working on this car.

Explain you’d operate the brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help.

9. Tell me how you’d check the power-assisted steering is working before starting a journey.

If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working properly. Before starting a journey, 2 simple checks can be made.

Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning.

10. Tell me how you’d switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you’d use it/them. You don’t need to exit the vehicle.

Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use.

11. Tell me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you’d know the main beam is on.

Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light.

12. Open the bonnet and tell me how you’d check that the engine has sufficient oil.

Identify dipstick/oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against the minimum and maximum markers.

13. Open the bonnet and tell me how you’d check that the engine has sufficient engine coolant.

Identify high and low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level.

14. Open the bonnet and tell me how you’d check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid.

Identify reservoir, check level against high and low markings.

“Show me” questions

1. When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you wash and clean the rear windscreen?
2. When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you wash and clean the front windscreen?
3. When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d switch on your dipped headlights?
4. When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d set the rear demister?
5. When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d operate the horn?
6. When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d demist the front windscreen?
7. When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d open and close the side window?

For more info Click the link to Gov.uk giving you more information https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/car-show-me-tell-me-vehicle-safety-questions/car-show-me-tell-me-vehicle-safety-questions

Driving test centres we cover for emergency driving test car hire?

Below are some of the test centres we cover for last minute driving test car hire. If you don’t see your test centre here, still give us a call as we still may be able to help you.

Barking (Tanner Street)

84 Tanner Street Barking And Dagenham Barking Greater London IG11 8QF

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Barnet (London)

Raydean House15 Western Parade Barnet Barnet Greater London EN5 1AH

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Belvedere (London)

33 Woolwich Road Bexley Belvedere Greater London DA17 5EE

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Bromley (London)

121 Burnt Ash Lane Bromley Greater London BR1 5AB

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Chingford (London)

Doric House 128 Station Road Waltham Forest Chingford Greater London E4 6AD

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Enfield (Innova Business Park)

Solar Way Innova Park Business Centre Enfield Enfield Greater London EN3 7XY

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Erith (London)

Crabtree Manor Way North Bexley Erith Greater London DA17 6LJ

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Goodmayes (London)

98 Goodmayes Road Red bridge Ilford Greater LondonI G3 9UZ

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Greenford (London)

96 Horsenden Lane North Ealing Greenford Greater London UB6 7QH

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Hendon (London)

3 Aviation Drive Beaufort Drive Barnet Hendon Greater London NW9 5TZ

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Hither Green (London)

42-44 Ennersdale Road Lewisham Hither Green Greater London SE13 6JD

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Hornchurch (London)

75 Station Lane Hornchurch Havering Hornchurch Greater London RM12 6JX

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Isleworth (Fleming Way)

8, The Wireless Factory Fleming Way Hounslow Isleworth Greater London TW7 6DB

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Mill Hill (London)

Unit 9, Grannard Business Centre Bunns Lane Barnet Mill Hill Greater London NW7 2DQ

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Mitcham (London)

Driving Test Centre Mitcham Redhouse Road Merton Mitcham Greater London CR0 3AQ

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Morden (London)

10 Tudor Drive Merton Morden Greater London SM4 4PE

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Pinner (London)

221 Tolcarne Drive Harrow Pinner Greater London HA5 2DZ

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Sidcup (London)

2 Crayside, Five Arches Business Estate Maidstone Road Bexley Sidcup Greater London DA14 5AG

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Southall (London)

295 Allenby Road Ealing Southall Greater London UB1 2HD

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Tolworth (London)

Douglas House 1b Douglas Road Kingston Upon Thames Tolworth Greater London KT6 7RZ

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Tottenham

Driving Test Centre Tottenham Annex Building Selby Road Haringey Tottenham Greater London N17 8JL

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Uxbridge (London)

Unt 7, Trade City Business Park Off Cowley Mill Road Hillingdon Uxbridge Greater London UB8 2DB

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Wanstead (London)

2 Devon HouseHermon Hill Red bridge Wanstead Greater London E11 2AW

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West Wickham (London)

56 Glebe Way Bromley West Wickham Greater London BR4 0RL

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Wood Green (London)

Wood Green Crown Court Woodhall House, Lordship Lane Haringey Wood Green Greater London N22 5LF

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Yeading (London)

Cygnet Way Willow Tree Lane Hillingdon Yeading Greater London UB4 9BS​

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