can you test drive a car on p plates

Yes, you can test drive a car on P plates in Australia—just stick to your licence conditions like glue.

That means zero BAC, P‑plate speed limits, no phone fiddling, and avoiding any high‑powered or modified cars your state bans for P‑platers (several states keep lists).

Dealers usually allow it but may require a staff member or fully licensed driver to ride along for insurance, and they’ll want to sight your physical licence and a signature.

If the car’s on the prohibited list, be a passenger while a full‑licence driver demos it, then return in something P‑legal.

Treat it like a job interview, not Mount Panorama—drive smoothly and you’ll stay insured, unflustered, and far more likely to get the keys again.