Pass Plus:
Is It Worth It?

What it covers, what it costs, and whether it’s worth doing after you pass.

New driver on a rural road at dusk during further training

Pass Plus is a practical training course for new drivers, run by the DVSA. It’s designed to build your skills and confidence after you’ve passed your test. Here’s an honest look at whether it’s worth it.

What Pass Plus covers

The course has 6 modules:

  • driving in town
  • driving in all weathers
  • driving on rural roads
  • driving at night
  • driving on dual carriageways
  • driving on motorways

It takes at least 6 hours, normally with at least 5.5 hours of driving. There’s no test at the end, but you’re assessed throughout and need to reach the required standard in every module.

Who can teach it

Pass Plus must be taught by an approved driving instructor who’s registered for Pass Plus. You can check an instructor is registered by emailing the DVSA Pass Plus team at passplus@dvsa.gov.uk. We’re registered to teach Pass Plus.

What it costs

There’s no set price. It depends on where you live, the instructor and how long your training takes. Some local councils offer discounts on the cost.

Will it lower my insurance?

It might, but it isn’t guaranteed. Not all insurers offer a Pass Plus discount, so check with your insurer before you book if that’s your main reason for doing it.

So, is it worth it?

  • Yes, if you passed without much experience of motorways, night driving or bad weather, and want to build confidence safely.
  • Maybe not, if you only want it for an insurance discount and your insurer doesn’t offer one.
  • Either way, the first year after passing is when new drivers are most at risk, so any extra training then is time well spent.

Pass Plus with us

We’re registered to teach Pass Plus, so you can do the full course with us, covering all 6 modules, on the roads around Hertfordshire you’ll actually be driving on. Call us on 0800 048 7098 to book or ask a question.

Other options

If you just want help with one thing, such as motorways or night driving, a few targeted lessons can work just as well. Read driving on the motorway for the first time.

Want some help with confidence after your test? Our refresher lessons cover the roads and situations you’re unsure about. Give us a call on 0800 048 7098.

Sources: GOV.UK: Pass Plus, How Pass Plus training works, Booking Pass Plus, Car insurance discounts.

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