AF Commercial Driving Theory exam-day guide
AF Commercial Driving Theory · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid photo identification
Bring the original ID document the test provider requires (for example a passport or national driving licence). Photocopies are commonly refused, so carry the original. Confirm the exact accepted forms with the provider before test day.
Driving licence
Bring your current driving licence, physical card if you have one. If you hold only a digital licence, confirm with the provider whether it is accepted.
Appointment confirmation
Print or save the booking confirmation with reference number, time, and test centre address. You may be asked to show it at reception.
Test centre address and route
Check the exact address and entrance the day before. Arrive early enough to allow for traffic and parking; confirm the required arrival time with the provider.
Glasses or contact lenses
If your licence or eyesight requires corrective lenses, bring them. You will normally be expected to meet the eyesight standard at the start of the test.
Comfortable, appropriate clothing and footwear
Wear clothing you can drive in safely and flat, secure shoes. Avoid loose footwear that could interfere with pedal control.
Vehicle documents (if using your own vehicle)
If you supply the vehicle, bring registration, insurance, and any test or roadworthiness certificate the provider requires. Confirm the exact list with the provider.
Vehicle check and clean
If using your own vehicle, check tyres, lights, fluids, mirrors, and fuel/charge level, and clean the interior. A vehicle that fails a basic safety check may not be accepted.
Rest and hydration plan
Plan a normal night's sleep and a light meal before the test. Avoid heavy meals or unfamiliar energy drinks on the day.
Emergency contact and provider phone number
Save the test centre or provider contact number in case of delay, illness, or vehicle breakdown.
Backup transport plan
Have a second way to reach the centre in case your lift or public transport fails.
Confirm test rules and fees
Re-read the provider's candidate information on late arrival, cancellation, and rescheduling. Confirm any fees or rebooking terms with the provider.
Plan the day
Re-read the provider's candidate guide and confirm the appointment time, centre address, and what to bring. Check your vehicle (if supplying one) and book any needed service or repair now.
Do a final light practice session focused on smooth observation, mirror checks, and manoeuvres. Stop heavy practice at least a day before so you are fresh.
Gather ID, licence, confirmation, and vehicle documents in one folder or bag. Confirm your transport to the centre.
Check the weather and traffic forecast and plan arrival with a buffer. Confirm the centre's opening hours and where candidates wait. Get a normal night's sleep.
Eat a light breakfast, avoid alcohol, and take any prescribed medication as normal. Leave earlier than you think necessary.
Report to reception, present your documents, and follow staff instructions. Turn your phone off or to silent and keep it out of reach during the test.
Listen carefully to each instruction, ask for clarification if needed, and drive at a safe, legal, and predictable pace. Narrate or make observations clearly where expected.
If you make a mistake, keep driving safely. Do not dwell on it; examiners assess the whole drive, not a single error.
You will normally receive a result and, where applicable, feedback on any faults. Ask the examiner to clarify anything you do not understand before leaving.
Rules to check
Bring original, valid photo identification and your driving licence. If you cannot prove your identity, you may be refused the test. Confirm accepted ID forms with the provider.
Arrive at the time the provider specifies. Late arrival can lead to refusal or loss of the fee; confirm the exact cut-off with the provider.
Mobile phones and smart devices must be switched off or silenced and stored out of reach during the test. Do not use them while driving.
Follow the examiner's instructions and all traffic law. Dangerous or illegal driving, or intervention by the examiner, can end the test early.
You must meet the required eyesight standard. Wear glasses or contact lenses if your licence requires them. Confirm the exact standard with the provider.
If you supply the vehicle, it must be roadworthy, insured, and meet the provider's requirements. Confirm the vehicle checklist with the provider.
Scoring is normally based on accumulated faults and the examiner's overall assessment of safety. The pass mark and fault categories are set by the provider; confirm them in advance.
Treat staff and other road users with courtesy. Aggressive, abusive, or unsafe behaviour may result in removal from the test and loss of fees. Confirm the provider's conduct policy.