Learner driver Fake tests are being warned and there was a huge increase in people losing money for the scam.
The TSB stated that it recorded 211 per increase in total losses in such fraud, which is compared to the same months in 2024 after analysis cases related to driving text and driving test scams between January and August 2025.
The bank suggested that the driving test may help fuel the backlog scams as the learners try to track a test safely or rapidly.
TSB stated that the average loss for a scammed learner driver is £ 244.
In a scam, it was observed that after paying, one was paid £ 500 for 20 lessons.
Another customer responded to a post promising rapidly tracked driving test and tried to pay £ 100, which TSB blocked and confirmed that there was fraud.
The bank stated that fake DVSA (driver and vehicle standard agency) websites have also been created, many customers are paying for a test, only once paid is to be blocked, the bank said.
Alex Robinson, Head of Fraud Analytics, TSB, said: “Fraudster In fact, the learner has increased their efforts to target drivers-driving lessons and proposals for rapidly tracked tests that do not exist.
“Almost all of these scams begin with social media platforms – so we would only recommend paying for a service if you can verify it first, and stick to the official routes while booking your exam. Do not let the brakes apply on learning to drive a fraud.”
A DVSA spokesperson said: “TSB data shows that this type of fraud is a serious and growing problem.
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“These accounts and sites are recognized scams that try to get payment or individual information and are not associated with DVSA.
“We take all the allegations very seriously about test fraud and fully examine the reports of any person who try to ignore the test process.
“We urge people to report any suspected social media accounts that provide driving services to relevant social media networks.”
Some suggestions have been made from TSB to avoid scams:
- Before exchanging money, verify the seller and service and do not desperate to push your license into informal routes.
- Popular message services are being used to target people with scams. For messages claiming to be from official organizations, or offer a “fast-track” test.
- Always check a website is the official website Fraudster Can create very reliable versions.