Revision question · Band 3 driving test, disabilities, law

What can a candidate do if they believe their driving test was not conducted in accordance with the law?

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Appeal to the Magistrates' Court in England and Wales or the Sheriff's Court in Scotland

They have no right of appeal, other than discussing the matter with the examiner concerned

Complain to the manager of the driving-test centre

Write to the chief executive of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency

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Appeal to the Magistrates' Court in England and Wales or the Sheriff's Court in ScotlandThis was the right answer

A candidate may appeal to a magistrates’ court in England and Wales within six months, or a sheriff’s court in Scotland within 21 days. The ground is that the examiner did not follow the law, not disagreement with driving judgement. A successful appeal can refund the fee or provide a free retest; the court cannot change the original result.

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Carrying out driving tests: examiner guidanceReviewed guidance summary · A test-conduct appeal follows the stated court route and cannot substitute a different pass decision by the court.

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