The Vehicle On Road Test (VORT) allows candidates (learner drivers, overseas conversions, etc) to do a single practical road test to qualify for a driving licence.

Training for the test

It would be wise to have some driving lessons to prepare for the test as the standard that must be achieved to pass is demanding and each attempt at a test will cost $120+. Most people who do a VORT without prior training will fail.

A driving instructor that trains a candidate cannot do the testing. The test must be done by another "Authorised" instructor.

Booking the test

The VORT date, time and location must be registered with the Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure (DTEI) three days prior to the test date. Keep in mind that the tester most probably will need more notice than that to fit your request into their schedule.

Re-booking the test

If a candidate fails the test they must wait a prescribed number of days before they can do it again.

  1. A learner driver must wait for 2 weeks
  2. An overseas conversion (section 80) must wait 3 days

Test requirements

The VORT involves a drive of approximately 45-60 minutes. The test is made up of three components:

  1. Road law
  2. 5 slow manoeuvres
  3. A general drive

A candidate must achieve a score of at least 90% to pass the test.

Related links: The test and tips