You effectively can't take lessons until your 17th birthday, but you can apply for your provisional licence (Which you need at the very minimum to drive a car on a public road) up to three months before your 17th birthday. IF Your provisional licence is validated before your 17th you can start lessons.
Alternatively you can take what is known as "Off-Road" lessons on areas away from the road (ie. car parks, industrial estates etc.) , or drive on private land, which you can do from any age.
You can also take motorbike lessons (50cc or under) from your 16th birthday with a 'Moped Licence'.
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