Welcome to TheDrivingExpert.com... The answers to all of your driving questions in one place. WHAT VEHICLE CAN I USE FOR MY DRIVING TEST? A car or van presented for the (category B) driving test must be: - a four wheeled vehicle of no more than 3,500 kilograms (kg) maximum authorised mass (MAM) - capable of a speed of at least 62.5 miles per hour (mph) or 100 kilometres per hour (km/h) The car or van must also be fitted with: - a seatbelt for the examiner - a passenger head restraint, which 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 mph and km/h If your car is fitted with an electronic handbrake, it must be capable of being manually overidden and operated as a conventional handbrake. The vehicle must be legal and roadworthy and have no warning lights showing, eg the airbag warning light. Convertible Cars Not all convertible cars are suitable for the driving test. This is mainly due to the lack of all-round vision for the driving examiner. Unsuitable vehicles include:  Ford KA convertible, BMW Mini convertible and the VW Beetle convertible If you on using a convertible car for your driving test, then check it is suitable when you book. BEWARE…Sometimes your car may become subject to a manufacturers recall. This will usually be due to the car having a fault that requires the manufacturer or dealer to correct. In this case your car will not be considered suitable for a practical driving test unless you can provide documentary evidence from a dealer, or the vehicle manufacturer, to prove that your car meets one of the criteria below: - the recall work has been carried out - the vehicle has been checked and no work is necessary - the vehicle is exempt from the recall work List of makes and models affected Next Page  Previous Page  Links... You can take your instructor with you on your driving test (or somebody else!)...more info Provisional License Driving Lessons Theory Test Hazard Perception Book a Theory Test Practical Driving Test Independent Driving Suitable Test Vehicle Accompanying a Test Bad Weather Eyesight Test Show Me/Tell Me Special Needs Tests Book a Practical Test Manage Your Booking Pass Plus Motorway Driving Insurance