Automatic only · Woolwich · Plumstead · Abbey Wood
Mock Driving Testsin Plumstead So Test DayFeels Familiar
Practise under real test conditions and get honest feedback on exactly what to fix before the day.
Fully DBS checked
Safe, trusted, one-to-one
Automatic only
No clutch, no gears
Ask for a price
Clear quote before you book
2-hour lessons
Same instructor every time
Overview
What Mock Driving TestsInvolve
What it is
A mock test recreates the practical driving test as closely as possible: similar length, the same kinds of instructions, independent driving, a manoeuvre and the vehicle safety questions, followed by a clear debrief.
Who it is for
Mock tests are for learners approaching test standard, learners with a test booked, and anyone who has failed a test and wants to understand why.
When you need it
Usually in the weeks before your practical test, once you can drive consistently without prompts.
Why an instructor matters
Many learners drive well in lessons but are affected by nerves on the day. A realistic mock shows you what to expect and highlights faults while there is still time to fix them.
The cost of waiting
What HappensIf You Put It Off
Going into a test without rehearsal is a gamble.
Nerves take over
An unfamiliar format can make even good drivers make mistakes.
Hidden faults
Small habits that do not stand out in lessons can become faults under test conditions.
Costly resits
A failed test means another fee and often a long wait for a new date.
Lost confidence
A failed test can knock confidence and delay progress.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Booking a test before driving consistently without prompts
- Never practising independent driving
- Not preparing for the ‘show me, tell me’ questions
- Ignoring minor faults that repeat
How it works
Five Clear StepsFrom Enquiry to Result
- 01
Enquire
Ask Satnam for the mock test price and availability.
- 02
Book and pay
Bank transfer at least 4 days before.
- 03
Take the mock
Drive as if it is the real test, with instructions but no coaching.
- 04
Debrief
Go through every fault and what caused it.
- 05
Fix and repeat
Use your next lessons to fix faults, and repeat a mock if needed.
Benefits
What You GetFrom Every Lesson
No surprises
Know exactly what the test feels like before the day.
Honest feedback
See faults the way an examiner would.
Calmer on the day
Familiarity reduces nerves.
Fewer resits
Fix faults before they cost you a test fee.
Same car, same instructor
Practise in the automatic car you know.
Peace of mind
Fully DBS-checked instructor.
In detail
What the LessonsCover
A realistic mock test covers each part of the practical driving test.
Eyesight check
Reading a number plate from 20 metres at the start of the test.
Show me, tell me
Two vehicle safety questions: one asked before you drive and one while driving.
General driving
Around 40 minutes of driving on varied roads, following the examiner’s directions.
Independent driving
About 20 minutes following a sat nav or road signs.
Manoeuvres
One of parallel parking, bay parking (forward or reverse) or pulling up on the right and reversing.
Faults explained
Driving faults (minors), serious faults and dangerous faults. You pass with 15 or fewer driving faults and no serious or dangerous faults.
Why KGS
Why Learners ChooseKGS Driving School
One instructor, every lesson
KGS Driving School is an independent, one-instructor school. You learn with Satnam Singh Cheema from your first lesson to your last, so you never have to explain your progress to someone new or adjust to a different teaching style halfway through. He knows what you have covered, what you find difficult and what to focus on next.
Lessons adapted to you
Satnam is known for a calm, patient and helpful approach. Rather than following a rigid script, he adapts each lesson to the way you learn, building a personalised plan around your experience, progression and abilities. As one pupil put it, he approaches teaching in many ways to adapt to each learner.
Time to actually learn
Every lesson lasts at least 2 hours. Shorter lessons often end just as you settle in. Two hours gives you time to warm up, learn something new and practise it until it starts to feel natural, which makes better use of every pound you spend.
Prices you can see
Prices are shown openly: £38 per hour on weekdays between 9am and 5pm, and £40 per hour after 5pm and at weekends. A prepaid 10-hour block saves £15. Payment is by bank transfer at least 4 days before each lesson, so there is never any confusion on the day.
Trusted and checked
Satnam is fully DBS checked and teaches pupils of all ages from 17 upwards. Parents booking lessons for a son or daughter, and adults learning later in life, can feel reassured about who is sitting beside them in the car.
Local roads, real experience
Lessons are based in Plumstead and cover the Royal Borough of Greenwich and the London Borough of Bexley, including Woolwich, Abbey Wood, Erith, Charlton, Belvedere, Greenwich, Blackheath and Bexleyheath. You practise on the busy high streets, residential roads, roundabouts and dual carriageways you will actually drive on once you have your licence.
Getting started is simple
Call Satnam on 07887 818521 or send a short enquiry with your name, phone number, the type of lesson you want and your area. He will reply personally to talk through what you need, agree a lesson time and confirm the price before you pay anything.
What to bring
Bring your driving licence (provisional or full) to every lesson, along with any glasses or contact lenses you need for driving. Wear comfortable, flat shoes that let you feel the pedals properly. Avoid heavy boots, high heels and flip-flops. If you have any medical condition that could affect your driving, mention it when you book so lessons can be planned with it in mind.
Automatic only
Why Learnin an Automatic
Every KGS lesson is taught in an automatic car. With no clutch to control and no gears to change, you can give your full attention to the road: observation, positioning, speed and planning ahead. For many learners, especially nervous drivers and people returning after a break, this makes driving feel far more manageable.
Passing your test in an automatic car gives you a licence to drive automatic cars only. For most drivers this is no longer a real limitation. Automatic, hybrid and electric cars are increasingly common on UK roads, and many new cars are now sold as automatics only.
Automatic cars are also well suited to London driving. Stop-start traffic, busy junctions and hill starts are simpler when the car handles the gears for you, leaving you calmer and more focused in exactly the situations where concentration matters most.
Prices
Clear Prices,Paid Ahead
All lessons are paid by bank transfer at least 4 days before the lesson. Block bookings are 10 hours, paid in full in advance.
Ask for a price
Call 07887 818521 or send an enquiry and Satnam will confirm the price for mock driving tests before you book. Standard lessons are from £38 per hour.
“Today I passed my driving test, I cannot thank you enough Satnam, many many thanks. Really appreciate your help and I highly recommend KGS to all my friends and family.”
Saad · 2018
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Mock Driving TestsQuestions
How long is a mock test?
The real test lasts about 40 minutes. Mock tests take place within a standard 2-hour lesson, leaving time for a full debrief.
When should I take a mock test?
When you can drive consistently without prompts, usually in the weeks before your test.
Do mock tests use real test routes?
Mock tests use the kinds of roads found around your local test area.
What happens if I fail my mock?
That is the point of it. You will know exactly what to work on before your real test.
Are all lessons in an automatic car?
Yes. KGS Driving School teaches in an automatic car only. Manual lessons are not offered.
How long is each lesson?
Every lesson is a minimum of 2 hours, giving you time to warm up, learn and practise properly.
How much do standard lessons cost?
Weekday lessons between 9am and 5pm are £38 per hour (£76 for a 2-hour lesson). Lessons after 5pm and at weekends are £40 per hour (£80 for a 2-hour lesson).
Can I save money with a block booking?
Yes. A 10-hour block costs £365 on weekdays or £385 after 5pm and at weekends, a saving of £15 compared with paying hourly. Blocks are paid in full in advance.
How do I pay?
All lessons are paid by bank transfer at least 4 days before the lesson. Card and cash are not listed as payment options.
When are you available?
Monday to Friday 8am–6pm and Saturday 9am–2pm. Closed on Sundays. Call or send an enquiry to check current availability.
Is the instructor DBS checked?
Yes. Satnam Singh Cheema is fully DBS checked and teaches all ages from 17.
Related lessons
Areas covered
- Mock Driving Tests in Woolwich
KGS Driving School is based in Plumstead, SE18, and offers mock driving tests for pupils in and around Woolwich. Ask about lesson times that fit around work, school or family commitments.
- Mock Driving Tests in Plumstead
KGS Driving School is based in Plumstead, SE18, and offers mock driving tests for pupils in and around Plumstead. Ask about lesson times that fit around work, school or family commitments.
- Mock Driving Tests in Abbey Wood
KGS Driving School is based in Plumstead, SE18, and offers mock driving tests for pupils in and around Abbey Wood. Ask about lesson times that fit around work, school or family commitments.
Walk Into Your TestPrepared
Ask Satnam for the mock test price and book yours.
Fully DBS checked · Automatic only · All ages 17+