Learning to drive is a great adventure, however there's lots of important information you need to know before jumping in the car. Here's our guide to help you get started.
HOW OLD DO I NEED TO BE?
You can apply for a provisional driving licence when you’re 15 years and 9 months old.
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You can start driving a car when you’re 17.
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You can drive a car when you are 16 if you get, or have applied for, the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
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Apply for your provisional driving licence at the official .gov website here
WHAT ARE THE RULES?
You must have a provisional driving licence for Great Britain or Northern Ireland when you’re learning to drive.
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You must be supervised when you’re learning to drive a car. This can be by a driving instructor or someone else who meets the rules, for example family or friends.
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The car you learn in must display ‘L’ plates.
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You can drive at any time, day and night.
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You can only drive on motorways if all of the following apply:
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you’re driving in England, Scotland or Wales
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you’re with an approved driving instructor
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the car is fitted with dual controls