Hi xpscapable, They said the test is going to change in autumn but not changed yet. Till now the book
Life in the United Kingdom: A Journey to Citizenship - 2nd Edition is on going. Look the link
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/briti ... n-uk-test/
I did my test and found the test is design to pass every one not making fail candidates. You could book your test in one week advance so why you wait for October. No need to buy any book. I followed Hiren study guide from online. Link is
http://www.hiren.info/life-in-the-uk-test/1
Total 55 question set you could practice. Once you start reading you will find it so quick. Any way for peaceful mind you could follow the book for more practice
Passing the Life in the UK Test: Official Practice Questions and Answers Book This will give you indicate the type of questions.
Regards