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  • 01-02-2011 8:32pm
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    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,204 ✭✭✭


    Guys,

    I plan to sit my exam do get the provisional license before the 4th April.

    2 questions:

    1. I book my own exam on the DTT site and once it is booked and i sit it and pass that is it?

    2. How many hours study would i want to do (never driven a car before) and is the The Official Driver Theory Test 4th Edition English sufficient to pass ?




    Thanks people!


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,014 ✭✭✭WhiskeyGoblin


    Once you book it, sit it, pass it. You'll get a sheet and a cert saying you've passed then off to your local Gardai Station for a form. Then fill in the form, and you go to the Motor Tax Office or something? (someone correct that please, not sure if thats the one)

    I used the CD, and did the categories test. As for hours, thats your decision.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,204 ✭✭✭moonboy52


    marko93 wrote: »
    Once you book it, sit it, pass it. You'll get a sheet and a cert saying you've passed then off to your local Gardai Station for a form. Then fill in the form, and you go to the Motor Tax Office or something? (someone correct that please, not sure if thats the one)

    I used the CD, and did the categories test. As for hours, thats your decision.


    Cheers marko.

    I select car/tractor and work vehicles selection i assume?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 155 ✭✭Shellygoose


    Hey OP,

    If you wish to drive a car, you must sit the category BW Cars tractors and Work Vehicles exam. The cost of the exam is 40.60. The exam is computer based and you will be asked 40 multiple choice questions and you have to get 35 or more to pass. You'll need to only study the parts relevant to that category, so chapter 1 part 1 and 2, from the Official Driver Theory test book/cd rom.
    The amount of study depends on the individual. I would recommend that you get the CD and keep doing the practice tests over and over. the format of the test is exactly the same as in the test centre so thats handy....puts your mind at a little bit of ease cos you know what to expect.

    On the day of your exam you'll have to bring a valid form of ID and 2 passport sized photos. If you pass the exam you'l be asked to sign the back of the photos, these will then be put on your pass certificate.

    Once you have that out of the way, you will need to apply for a Learner Permit at your local Motor Tax Office. See below for a full list of what you'll need to do...............Hope this helps!!!!! :D


    The following should be returned to your local Motor Taxation Office :
    • A completed 'Apply for a Learner Permit Form' (Form D.201) available from your local Motor Taxation Office. Please Note: The Application Form for a Learner Permit is not available on-line as the form contains adhesive elements which are needed to process the application. The forms are available in hard copy from County Council Motor Taxation Offices, Garda Stations and Libraries
    • Two identical passport-type photographs, with the reverse of both signed by you.
    • A Theory Test Certificate
    • An Eyesight Report - Form D.502. This form is available from your Motor Taxation Office or your registered ophthalmic optician or a registered medical practitioner. A completed eyesight report form must accompany all first-time learner permit applications. A registered ophthalmic optician or a registered medical practitioner should conduct your eye test. He or she should then complete the D.502 form and witness your signed Declaration on the form. An Eyesight Report form is valid for one month from the date it is signed.
    • A Birth Certificate or Passport. This is not a requirement if you hold a current full or learner permit, you held a licence within the last 10 years or a learner permit within the last five years or you already hold a valid driving licence issued by another EU state or "recognised" country.
    • A Medical Report if applicable - medical report form (D.501). These forms are available in your local doctor's surgery, so you can request one at your doctors surgery when you are having your medical examination done. Alternatively you can request one from your Local Motor Tax Office.
      • You will need a completed medical report form if :
      • you are applying for a driving licence for categories C1, C, D1, D, EC1, EC, ED1 or ED. (for category details please click on the following link: Category Details on Citizens Advice) You do not need this if you have previously provided a medical report, which is still applicable.
      • A medical report is compulsory for any category if you:
      • will be 70 years of age or more on the first day of the period for which the licence is being issued,
      • suffer from any of the disabilities or diseases listed on the D.401 form,
      • suffer from epilepsy or alcoholism
      • or regularly take drugs or medication that are likely to impair your ability to drive safely.
      • A registered practitioner should carry out your medical examination and then complete the form. You must sign the Declaration on the medical report form in the presence of the registered medical practitioner. A Medical Report is valid for one month from the date it is signed.
    • Your current or last driving licence when you are renewing a learner permit.
    • Fee - 15 euro. (Cheque, postal order, or bank draft payable to the local authority. You may pay the fee in cash if you are applying in person)
    If you are applying for your licence by post, pay the fee by cheque, bank draft or postal order, made payable to your local authority. If you are applying for your licence in person, you may pay the fee in cash.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,204 ✭✭✭moonboy52


    Shellygoose you are a gentleman / woman and a scholar.
    Thank you! :)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 155 ✭✭Shellygoose


    No bother. Good luck with it all

    (btw im female.... scholar - not too sure about that one haha :))


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,204 ✭✭✭moonboy52


    No bother. Good luck with it all

    (btw im female.... scholar - not too sure about that one haha :))


    :)


    One last question:

    I have ordered the DVD. Is the book the same as the DVD or is it worth it to get both?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,014 ✭✭✭WhiskeyGoblin


    The DvD is quite handy imo. I had both and found the dvd more usefull overall. But The book was really handy to look over things on my way to the exam


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 155 ✭✭Shellygoose


    Everything thats in the book is on the CD Rom. Only difference is that you can do the practise tests on the CD. Be careful though because the CD isnt compatable with all PCs...doesnt work on a Mac as far as i know.

    The book is handy for looking through at times when you wouldnt have access to a pc.

    Just make sure you get the 4th edition Offical Driver Theory test book/cd


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