Driving Tests

[Julie33]

I booked my driving test for 2nd of July when I'll be 30 weeks, but my instructor told me to check that this would be OK. When I called the DVLA just now they confirmed the worst - NO! You can't take a driving test after 28 weeks

I thought it wouldn't matter - has any one else ever heard this stupid rule?

 

[Baileysmummy]

I think its a good idea actually, cos babys can be born anytime really after 28 weeks.. you wouldnt wanna be taking your test and have sharp contractions now would you!

 

[topbird]

seems a bit of an odd one.. but I can kind of understand it??! maybe you get a sharp kick from baby that distracts you maybe.

I am also a bit more absent minded driving especially recently.

It could also be an insurance thing maybe?

 

[Nicola]

I think it's quite a sensible rule actually and can think of a few reasons why they would say no to booking a test at 30 weeks. Can you bring your date forward a few weeks? You have what 2-3 weeks to get it in before you hit the 30 week marker, or do it after LO has arrived....best of luck.

 

[smurf]

Aw hun what a shame - I must admit I have become very absent minded recently that's probably why they put a limit on it also some girls bumps are rather large and might struggle getting in behind the wheel so they have to have a cut off date.

As Nicola said could you not see about bringing it forward if you explain why they might be able to accommodate you. Best of luck hun.

 

[Riley's Mommy]

if you can drive when pregnant, you should be able to take a test id think

as if your driving anyway, your still on the road, just have someone different in the car with you at the time.

ETA: if you ring daily, you may get a cancellation slot, then be able to take it before you go past the cut off day

my sister kept ringing for a cancellation for her 2nd test. and she got one so its worth a try

 

[*saulino*]

Hi

I dont think its fair as Keslo said if you can drive while pregnant you should be able ot take your test? hmm its odd, i guess they do have reason for it though Katrina

 

[Adele]

Ah great, I've just started to learn to drive again but automatic this time and my instructer reckons i may be able to take my test end of july/early aug but i had no idea about this rule! better get a move on