Getting a D1 qualification on your license will allow you to drive a Minibus up to 16 passengers. The course usually takes place over 2 days, and includes 10 hours training and the test. Pass Protection We offer optional Pass Protection for all of our courses for an additional £450. Pass Protection will allow you to take up to 3x re-tests on the 3b portion of your course. Individually, a 3b test will cost £350, so if you use all three re-tests, you will save £655. You can add Pass Protection to your course from the options below. Pass Protection is non-refundable, regardless of how many re-tests are used. Pre-requisites All drivers will need: Provisional entitlement added to your licence Appropriate theory tests passed