Although you are legally allowed to take your seatbelt off whilst reversing – it’s best not as you could forget to put it back on (especially if you get pressurised by other people)

Keep a good flow of fresh air going through the car – it helps keep the car from misting up and is also healthier for you

Ensure you know how to use the heater and de-mister controls. Practice doing this parked up so that you won’t need to look down when driving

Ensure your head-restraint is correctly adjusted to help reduce whiplash – It should be level with the top of your head and no more than 2 inches behind it

Try and sit back as far away as possible from the foot and hand controls whilst still being able to comfortably reach the main controls (Adjust seat for foot reach first then adjust seat back for steering reach)

Drive on the left except when turning right, overtaking or if you’re in a one-way street

It’s usually best to reverse into your drive – it’ll be much safer to drive out onto the road

If you can afford the time and money an intensive course will work out cheaper in the end to pass your driving test

Most side mirrors are convex (they reduce the blind spot area) – however things look further away than they really are

Well before changing direction use your mirrors in pairs – and ask yourself – Is it safe to do what I intend to do?

Junctions are where many accidents happen – before emerging onto a main road look for the speeding motorcycle and stolen vehicles before committing your self

Get your instructor to do lots of mock tests with you. This will be good pressure practice for the big day.

Once you’ve got the theory or practical test booked ensure you get the written confirmation (normally sent out within 2 weeks) and check the details – you can also check your booking on the internet