Anyway, I was checking with the DSA about using my Minor for the driving test since I wasn't sure if the lack of head restraints would be permitted since they're a required item on the practical driving test website's list:
https://www.gov.uk/practical-driving-te ... ving-tests
That and I wasn't sure if the old style original 60's seat belts would be permitted either.
The great news was that they got back to me to say:
Whether the new test will require an accessory/cigarette lighter socket for the examiners SatNav is another matter of course.I have spoken to our technical standards department regarding this matter.
They have confirmed your car is acceptable
As the original design did not have head restraints you are not required to fit an aftermarket seat
Yours sincerely,
Colin McGlen
Customer Support
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Tel: 0300 200 1122
Fax: 0300 200 1155
Email: customer.services@dsa.gsi.gov.uk