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Where you take the test in Birmingham

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
Birmingham theory test centre
Handles: theory test
How to book: Book online with the DVSA theory test booking service using your licence number, an email address and a card.
155 Great Charles Street, Queensway, Birmingham B3 3LP
DVSA lists two centres at this address: Birmingham on the first floor and Birmingham B on the ground floor.
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
Birmingham (South Yardley) driving test centre
Handles: practical test
How to book: Book online with DVSA at the test centre you intend to use; you can only move to a nearby centre.
Clay Lane, South Yardley, Birmingham B26 1EA
DVSA also runs car tests at Kings Heath, Kingstanding, Garretts Green and Cocks Moors Woods.

Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), checked September 2026

Driving rules that are different in Birmingham

50

Questions

86%

Pass Mark

57

Minutes

17+

Min Age

United Kingdom test facts

Driving SideDrive on the left

Alcohol Limit80mg/100ml (50mg in Scotland)

Emergency999

Test Fee£23

Speed Limits

30

Urban Areas

Within city limits

60

Rural Roads

Outside city limits

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The Clean Air Zone covers the city centre inside the A4540 Middleway and runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

birmingham.gov.uk

A non-compliant car, van or taxi pays £8 for each day it uses the zone; coaches, buses and HGVs pay £50.

brumbreathes.co.uk

Pay after 11:59pm on the sixth day and the penalty is £120, reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days.

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Source: birmingham.gov.uk · brumbreathes.co.uk, checked September 2026

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Where can I take the driving theory test in Birmingham?

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA): Birmingham theory test centre, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA): Birmingham (South Yardley) driving test centre. Book online with the DVSA theory test booking service using your licence number, an email address and a card.

Is anything different about driving in Birmingham?

The Clean Air Zone covers the city centre inside the A4540 Middleway and runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A non-compliant car, van or taxi pays £8 for each day it uses the zone; coaches, buses and HGVs pay £50. Pay after 11:59pm on the sixth day and the penalty is £120, reduced to £60 if paid within 14 days.

What class of clean air zone is Birmingham?

GOV.UK lists Birmingham as a class D zone, the class that also charges private cars.

How many questions are on the driving test in Birmingham?

The DVSA theory test has 50 questions. You need to score 43/50 to pass (86%).

What documents do I need?

You'll need: Provisional licence, ID, Theory test pass certificate. The test fee is approximately £23.

Is AutoviaTest affiliated with DVSA?

AutoviaTest is an independent study platform — we're not affiliated with DVSA or any government agency.

Our practice questions and study materials are designed to help you feel confident and well-prepared for your DVSA theory test.

For practical training and the official exam, you'll work with a local driving school. Think of AutoviaTest as your study companion for the theory side.

Do I still need to join a driving school?

Yes — a driving school handles your practical training and the official DVSA exam. AutoviaTest helps you prepare for the theory portion so you go in feeling confident and ready.

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