Bluelamptrust Reviews 69

TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Review summary

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Evaluating 52 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently highlight the staff as professional, friendly, and helpful, creating a comfortable and reassuring atmosphere during assessments. The user experience is consistently described as smooth, stress-free, and efficient, with many appreciating the clear communication and supportive approach from the assessors. However, some customers also noted dissatisfaction with the service, citing instances of assessors being perceived as harsh, rude, or unprofessional. A few people mentioned feeling belittled or that assessors were trying to fail them, leading to a negative experience.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was given a very thorough assessment by Assesor Dean Heasley which gave me more confidence in my driving. Where I did have faults, I was given indebt instructions and debriefing on how to move forwa... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an amazing experience with my taxi assessment with assessor orfana manzoor. I had previously passed Sandwell council and now applied for solihull council. Both times orfana manzoor was fair p... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

had a fantastic experience with Lee, who accompanied me during my Uber driving test. From the moment he arrived, he was professional, reassuring, and incredibly easy to work with. Even though he... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Orfana was an amazing Taxi driving Assessor.. Really relaxed and friendly, which made taking the Test less stressful. She explained things clearly and helped me feel confident behind the wheel! Thanks... See more


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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I absolutely do not recommend…

I absolutely do not recommend purchasing Kiwi Airways tickets. ( kiwi.com)
I purchased my ticket on September 12th and immediately requested a refund. However, I received no confirmation within 14 days, and only received vague information.
They didn't clearly state the refund amount, and when I contacted the airline, they refused to confirm it.

I will never purchase tickets from the Kiwi Airways website again.
It's a scam.
I will never recommend them to anyone.

September 23, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Stop discriminating …

Had test in the morning at 6 am Tim Holman his name was failed me saying that I should went off the roundabout by not giving priority to the right side car. As car behind me he honked and over took me with 40mph speed on 20mph road may be he was late for some reason but examiner Tim failed me saying you should went off and not stopped at the roundabout for the right side traffic(car).
When I started questioning him he seems being racist and then he said oh you were on 30mph on 50mph road i smile and said to him very politely Tim that road is just next to my house and I clear seen myself what speed I was driving all through my test I wasn't under or over anywhere but he got off the car and said you failed the test.

I asked him how do we take this further for investigate he said no point as BLUE LAMP WILL BACK ME UP how unprofessional it was not even that he couldn't hand over my report to me instead left it on my back seat come on guys stop being racist going forward i think for everyone there should be recording for the test so we could show how unprofessional it is or how good it was as everyone is not the same.

September 20, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Discriminatory Safeguarding Course

I attended the Safeguarding Virtual Classroom Course on 15.09.2025 and was very disappointed. The training content was biased and unprofessional. Nationalities of offenders were highlighted only when they were Eastern European (Polish, Romanian, Estonian), while crimes by other nationalities were not treated the same way. This selective approach created a misleading and xenophobic impression. Sensitive issues such as terrorism and grooming gangs were minimised, while Eastern Europeans were disproportionately singled out. As a British citizen of Eastern European heritage, I found this course discriminatory and unacceptable.

September 14, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional

I had the test with mr. Neville Stamford a great mean and a very good instructor. He expalain me very clearly what i need to do and he was very professional. All yhe best

September 12, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience!

Orfaana manzoor was my assessor, she was amazing and made me feel very comfortable and at ease, I would definitely recommend her to everyone. I passed with her and I couldn’t ask for a better person to be with me through this journey!

September 10, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I took my blue lamp test yesterday and…

I took my blue lamp test yesterday and had mark howard in consett as my instructor he was absolutely brilliant I was nervous even though I have drove for years he put me at ease was calm and collected and just an all round lovely person thankyou mark

September 9, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hussain

Orfana was an amazing Taxi driving Assessor.. Really relaxed and friendly, which made taking the Test less stressful. She explained things clearly and helped me feel confident behind the wheel! Thanks for giving me a Pass the 1st time... 😊

September 8, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service

My partner Mike has Alzheimers and gets very confused with people coming into our home. Thankfully mick came out to us on two different occasions. Once to fit smoke alarms and key safe, the second time to fit a ring door bell. I can't praise Mick enough, he was so kind and reassuring to Mike. He included Mike in everything he was doing. I'm so greatfull as this made the, what would normally be an anxious time for Mike a pleasure. Thank you Mick. We are so happy with this service we have set up a donation every month. Lisa and Mike Green.

July 11, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently completed my private hire…

I recently completed my private hire test with the Blue Lamp Trust, and I must say the service was absolutely outstanding. From the moment I arrived, everything was organised, efficient, and professional.

A special mention to my assessor, Rukhsana Shahine, who was incredibly polite, courteous, and thoroughly professional throughout the process. She explained everything clearly and created a calm, respectful atmosphere that really helped put me at ease. Her approach made the whole experience smooth and stress-free.

Overall, I am very pleased with the experience and would highly recommend the Blue Lamp Trust to anyone preparing for their private hire test. First-class service all the way.

July 8, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They are scams

They are scams. On 6.06.2025 I supposed to attend a driving assessment at 5:30 pm in Croydon. I left Leatherhead at 4:00 pm but due to the very high traffic (accident on M23) I couldn't get in time. They asked to reebook the assessment paying again. Waste of money and time. Be careful guys with them. They will make it just to take your money.

June 6, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Truly Exemplary Professional—Louise Sets the Standard

I firmly believe that exceptional work should be acknowledged and appreciated, which is why I am writing this review for Louise Ruder. As an examiner appointed by the Blue Lamp Trust, she conducted my wheelchair assessment today with remarkable professionalism and dedication.

Her punctuality was impeccable, ensuring the assessment commenced on time and proceeded with absolute efficiency. Louise's keen observational skills stood out, as she meticulously assessed every detail with precision and expertise.

It is only right to recognize individuals who bring such excellence to their work, and Louise is a true asset to the Blue Lamp Trust. Her professionalism, diligence, and attentiveness deserve the highest praise, and I wholeheartedly recommend her expertise to anyone seeking an assessment conducted with integrity and care.

May 28, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really informative and excellent assessment

Really informative and excellent assessment with Tim.
Made me feel at ease. Delighted to have passed and really good to get such helpful feedback after the assessment. The whole process with The Blue Lamp Trust has been great. All the staff have been really helpful.

April 30, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Never use again

A tired old man from Eastbourne who checked tyres claim that they are below the Legal limit,
Very disappointed as the tyres were good and in good condition. After arriving to the site test he was arguing me why I didn’t park where he was parking. It seems from the start I won’t pass. For me It is a scam. you paid £87 but you don’t get to do the test. Never again.

April 29, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Blue Lamp taxi test

I’ve been driving for the best part of 50 years , so you might think , you know it all . But every days a school day , and I’ve learnt a few things today , from a very nice Gentleman Mr N whose calm and assuring manner not only put me at ease, but left me in no doubt as to what I needed to correct in my driving style to enable me to continue driving successfully and more overly safely. I think every driver over the age of 65 would benefit greatly from an hour with this gentleman to iron out those little creases that you pick up over the years. Thank you for your kindness and attention to detail … and readers please remember… the blue lamp trust is a non profit making organisation… all of the funds go
Back into making this a safer world for all !

April 28, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Today i had taxi assistment test with G…

Today i had taxi assistment test with G Mehmood ADI 368449 be honest he slept during the Assessment his eyes was closed all the way like he had returned from the night shift and bring the negative antention to my test.
I never saw person that much tired and bored.
After finished my test I saw him spits badly on footpath what I will expect more from him.
This is a humble request to blue lamp trust kindly watch your Assessment condectors or medical checks is more advisable.
I wast my £87 after 18 years of my driving he treat me like child be honest it is a game of money.
If you take out the £87 from the test then there will be no failure.
Respect each other and try not to put public in difficult satiation.
Very disappointed from the company.
simply failed to observe the Road Marking (Temporary speed limit because of Road work and Lane closure) and failed my assessment claiming I changed the lane too early and made 21 oe 23 in 20 miles.
there is lords of road works nowa days and every driver will respond accordingly.

April 21, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have had a test today and passed with…

I have had a test today and passed with Rukhsana Shahine. She is such a humble very polite well mannered and well spoken. She made me feel very relaxed and I drove with confidence and didn’t feel nervous. I highly recommend to book her for your test.

March 21, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a geat driving test with Abid

Had a geat driving test with Abid, who made me feel at ease. Passed on my first attempt and was very professional, Very helpful and would highly recommend blue lamp trust to anyone. Thank you Abid

March 20, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I took my practical taxi driving…

I took my practical taxi driving assessment with Blue Lamp Trust on 13th March 2025 and was very disappointed with the entire experience. Despite raising serious concerns about the fairness of the assessment—particularly regarding the speed limit issue and the unprofessional conduct of the assessor—I received a response that simply acknowledged my complaint and stated that "the assessor's decision is final" as per their terms and conditions. This dismissive reply left me frustrated and without any real resolution. I expected a thorough investigation and transparency, but instead, I felt ignored. I cannot recommend Blue Lamp Trust based on my experience.

March 13, 2025
Unprompted review

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