I make no further comment other than agreeing totally with what BEagle has offered relating to test requirements.
BUT, Pickingupice, I do take grave issue with the allegation that X's are casually charging £150.00 for revalidating SEP(Land) !
That is certainly NOT the case in my experience. In fact, West London Aero Club include the cost of a revalidation in the Annual Membership fee.
Sleeve.