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Southport Theory Test Centre
Southport’s theory test centre serves the Sefton coast and a wide stretch of west Lancashire, with learners commonly travelling from Ormskirk, Burscough and Banks. Every DVSA theory test follows the same structure wherever you sit it: 50 multiple-choice questions and a 14-clip hazard perception section, both needing a pass mark for an overall pass. The fee is £23, payable when you book through gov.uk, and it’s worth checking your confirmation carefully, since the centre address and start time are both fixed once booked. Learners taking a shorter LPOD intensive course often sit theory in the first few days, which keeps the remaining lessons focused purely on driving rather than splitting time between revision and the road. Pass marks are fixed nationally: 43 out of 50 for multiple choice, 44 out of 75 for hazard perception, with both needed together. DVSA withholds a fixed public address for theory centres until booking is complete, so the confirmation email is the one document worth trusting. Weekday mornings tend to have the most availability, so learners with a flexible schedule often find it easier to book a slot close to their preferred date.
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Address:
The address can be found here: theory test centre details on GOV.UK
Directions To Centre
Drivers heading into Southport for a theory test should follow the main roads leading into town, watching for signage directing traffic to the centre and the parking options nearby. Town-centre roads here include several mini-roundabouts and pedestrian crossings, both worth practising if you plan to take your practical test locally once theory is out of the way. Southport railway station is the best option for train travellers, and from there it’s a short walk or a quick taxi ride to the centre. Bus services also run through the area surrounding the test venue, so check the local timetable for the stop closest to your route rather than assuming there’s only one option. Whatever you choose, leave a margin for delays: DVSA doesn’t offer a grace period for late arrivals, and a missed test means paying the £23 fee a second time. Learners from Aintree and Lydiate can check current fees and payment methods in LPOD’s theory test costs guide, and once you’ve passed, the certificate remains valid for two years, giving time to complete an intensive course without rushing the practical stage. Take the physical provisional licence card, since photos aren’t accepted, and if glasses or contact lenses are part of your normal driving kit, pack them too. Should you need to resit, DVSA requires three working days’ notice at least, and the practical test waiting on the other side of a theory pass costs £62 on weekdays. You find out whether you’ve passed before leaving the building, with a formal letter following in the post shortly afterwards to confirm the score in writing.
Page reviewed and updated 17 July 2026.
Why Book With LPOD Academy?
Do I need to pass my theory test before booking an LPOD course?
No, you do not need a theory pass to book a course with us. Many learners sit their theory test early in an intensive week, so it is still fresh once the practical lessons begin.
Can LPOD book my theory test for me?
Yes. We can book your theory test for you as an optional add-on, £60 all in, which includes the £23 DVSA fee.
What does the LPOD theory course cover?
Our in-house online theory course covers all 14 topics, hazard perception and case studies, so you arrive at this centre fully prepared.
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