Learner drivers are being warned about fake tests and driving lesson offers, after a bank recorded a jump in people losing money to the scams. The bank suggested that driving test backlogs could be helping to fuel scams as learners try to secure or fast-track a test. Alex Robinson, head of fraud analytics, TSB, said: “Fraudsters have really upped their attempts to target learner drivers – with offers of driving lessons and fast-tracked tests that simply don’t exist. “We take all allegations about test fraud extremely seriously and fully investigate reports of any individuals who attempt to circumvent the testing process. “We urge people to report any suspicious social media accounts offering driving services to the relevant social media network.”Here are some tips from TSB for avoiding scams:1.