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Where you take the test in Edinburgh

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
Edinburgh 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.
Buzzer 5, Second Floor, 4 Queen Street, Edinburgh EH2 1JE
DVSA asks candidates to press buzzer 5 for the theory test centre on arrival.
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
Edinburgh (Musselburgh) 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.
Newhailes Industrial Estate, Newhailes Road, Olivebank, Musselburgh, Edinburgh EH21 6SJ
Edinburgh (Currie) is the city’s other DVSA car test centre.

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

Driving rules that are different in Edinburgh

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 Low Emission Zone rings the city centre, from Tollcross in the south to Palmerston Place in the west.

edinburgh.gov.uk

The council began issuing penalty charge notices on 1 June 2024; the zone runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

edinburgh.gov.uk

A diesel car needs Euro 6 and a petrol car Euro 4 to drive in the zone.

The zone applies to all vehicles except those with an exemption; motorcycles and mopeds are exempt.

edinburgh.gov.uk

Source: edinburgh.gov.uk · mygov.scot, checked September 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I take the driving theory test in Edinburgh?

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA): Edinburgh theory test centre, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA): Edinburgh (Musselburgh) 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 Edinburgh?

The Low Emission Zone rings the city centre, from Tollcross in the south to Palmerston Place in the west. The council began issuing penalty charge notices on 1 June 2024; the zone runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A diesel car needs Euro 6 and a petrol car Euro 4 to drive in the zone. The zone applies to all vehicles except those with an exemption; motorcycles and mopeds are exempt.

How many questions are on the driving test in Edinburgh?

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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