Waiting times for tests keep insurance costs high for young drivers

Covid-19 restrictions leave more than 85,000 on waiting list for driving tests

The first and second lockdowns have had a serious impact on driving test waiting times. More than 85,000 people are currently waiting for a driving test, with the average wait time hovering at nearly eight months, up from six weeks on average in pre-crisis times.

Driver testing was suspended in March, and was not resumed until 29 June — and then only for certain categories of vehicles.