Driving tests don’t just happen Monday to Friday. Many UK test centres, including Bradford, offer weekend slots — but finding a DVSA-approved car for Saturday or Sunday tests can be a challenge. Here’s how to hire the right car for a weekend driving test.
Can You Take a Driving Test on the Weekend in the UK?
Yes. DVSA test centres across the UK offer Saturday driving tests.
Some high-demand locations also provide Sunday tests, especially during backlog periods.
Weekend driving test availability:
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Saturday tests: Common in urban test centres
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Sunday tests: Limited and often booked for overflow capacity
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Evening tests: Sometimes available on Saturdays
🔎 Bradford Driving Test Centre offers Saturday tests, depending on examiner availability.
Why Is Weekend Driving Test Car Hire in High Demand?
Weekend test slots are limited, and most instructors don’t offer cars outside regular hours.
Learners often need to hire a DVSA-compliant car independently for Saturday or Sunday tests.
Reasons for demand:
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Instructors off-duty on weekends
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Students or workers book tests on weekends
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DVSA expands slots due to waiting list backlogs
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Last-minute test reschedules often fall on Saturdays
What Car Requirements Apply for Weekend Driving Tests?
The requirements are identical to weekday tests.
Cars must be DVSA-compliant, roadworthy, and insured for test use.
Minimum requirements for weekend driving test hire:
| Feature or Document | Required? |
|---|---|
| Valid Insurance for test use | ✅ Yes |
| MOT (if over 3 years old) | ✅ Yes |
| Additional interior mirror | ✅ Yes |
| MPH speedometer | ✅ Yes |
| Clean, roadworthy condition | ✅ Yes |
| L-plates front and back | ✅ Yes |
Can You Hire a Car Just for the Driving Test?
Yes. You can hire a car specifically for your test, even just for a few hours.
Companies like Testday in Bradford offer short-term DVSA-ready car hire on weekends.
Weekend hire includes:
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Hourly or half-day options
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Manual or automatic transmission
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Interior examiner mirror
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Pre-fitted L-plates
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Full insurance for test usage
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Local pickup near test centre
What Type of Car Is Best for a Weekend Driving Test?
Choose a car that’s compact, easy to handle, and fully test-ready.
Recommended driving test cars:
| Type | Example Model | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Small automatic | Toyota Yaris Auto | Stress-free operation |
| Small manual | Ford Fiesta Manual | Common learner car |
| Dual-control vehicle | Instructor-style | Safe, examiner-preferred |
Can You Use a Rental Car for a Saturday or Sunday Driving Test?
Yes — but it must meet DVSA test conditions and be insured for test use.
⚠️ Many traditional rental companies do not allow their vehicles to be used for DVSA tests.
✅ Testday Bradford specializes in DVSA-insured car hire for tests, even on weekends.
How to Book a Weekend Driving Test Car in Bradford?
Book early to avoid last-minute stress.
Weekend demand is high, and approved cars get reserved quickly.
Steps to hire:
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Confirm your driving test date and time
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Choose between automatic or manual
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Provide your licence and test booking ID
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Select your hire duration (hourly or half-day)
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Collect the vehicle 60–90 mins before your test
📍Testday is 10 minutes from Bradford Driving Test Centre
What Is Included in a Weekend Driving Test Car Hire Package?
At Testday Bradford, weekend hire includes all DVSA-required features:
✅ Clean, test-ready car (manual or automatic)
✅ MPH speedo, mirror, and legal tyres
✅ Insurance for driving test use
✅ L-plates installed
✅ Optional pre-test warm-up session
💡1-hour warm-up drive helps nervous drivers feel more confident before the test.
Do You Need to Pay Extra for Weekend Test Car Hire?
Weekend test hire usually includes a small surcharge, due to out-of-hours service and limited availability.
Testday Bradford Pricing (Example):
| Package | Duration | Price From |
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| Test Day Hire (Manual) | 2.5 hours | £75 |
| Test Day Hire (Automatic) | 2.5 hours | £85 |
| Warm-up + Test Hire | 3.5 hours | £99 |
📞 Call for exact weekend rates and availability.
Can a Friend or Family Member Drive You to the Test in the Hired Car?
Yes — if they’re insured and listed on the hire agreement.
However, only the test candidate may drive during the DVSA exam.
What Happens If the Car Doesn’t Meet Requirements on Test Day?
The examiner will cancel your test, and you’ll lose the booking fee.
That’s why hiring a verified DVSA-approved car is the safest option.
🛑 Common test-day failures:
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Dashboard warning lights
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No extra mirror
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Non-MPH speedo
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Worn tyres
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Dirty interior or missing headrest
🚗 Need a Car for Your Weekend Driving Test in Bradford?
Secure your DVSA-approved driving test car with Testday Bradford — even on Saturdays or Sundays.
✅ Automatic & manual options
✅ DVSA-compliant & insured
✅ Same-day pickup available
✅ Just 10 mins from Bradford test centre
👉 Book Your Weekend Test Car Now at Testday
📞 Call us early to lock in your date!
