DVSA

Birmingham

West Midlands, United Kingdom · 1.1M

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Where you take the test in Birmingham

Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), checked September 2026
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.
Address
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.
Address
Clay Lane, South Yardley, Birmingham B26 1EA

DVSA also runs car tests at Kings Heath, Kingstanding, Garretts Green and Cocks Moors Woods.

Driving rules that are different in Birmingham

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

    brumbreathes.co.uk

United Kingdom test facts

Questions50
Pass mark86%
Minutes57
Min age17+
Driving sideDrive on the left
Alcohol limit80mg/100ml (50mg in Scotland)
Emergency999
Test fee£23

Speed limits

30Urban areasWithin city limits
60Rural roadsOutside city limits
70HighwayMotorways & expressways

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I take the driving theory test in Birmingham?

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA): Birmingham theory test centre, 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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