How long is the practical car driving test in Northern Ireland?
The Northern Ireland practical car test includes an eyesight check, vehicle safety questions and about 40 minutes of driving.
Part of the drive is completed independently by following traffic signs, directions or a combination of both.
The test time includes the examiner's checks and on-road assessment, so it is better to think of it as one complete appointment rather than only the minutes spent driving.
Northern Ireland theory tests, practical driving tests and candidate requirements are administered by the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA), so current DVA/nidirect guidance should be used for bookings, documents, fees and test-day rules.
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