The Theory Test
The theory test is made up of two sections; multiple choice part and hazard perception. The multiple choice section is delivered using a touch screen computer and mouse, the hazard perception section records your responses through the use of a computer mouse button. Part one - multiple choice
Before the test begins you will be given instructions on how the test works.
You can choose to go through a practice session of the multiple choice questions to get used to the layout of the test. At the end of the practice session the real test will begin.
A question and several answer options will appear on-screen and you have to select the correct answer to the question by touching the screen or using the mouse. Some questions may require more than one answer.
You will be asked 50 questions in 57 minutes. You can navigate between questions and ‘flag' questions that you want to come back to later in the test.
The pass mark for the multiple choice part of the theory test is 43 out of 50.
After the multiple choice section you can choose to have a break of up to three minutes before the hazard perception part starts.
Part two – hazard perception
After the break you will then be shown a short tutorial video clip about how the hazard perception test works.
The hazard perception test is also delivered on a computer but your responses are made by clicking a button on the mouse. You will be presented with a series of 14 video clips which feature every day road scenes. In each clip there will be at least one developing hazard, but one of the clips will feature two developing hazards.
To achieve a high score you will need to respond to the developing hazard during the early part of its development. The maximum you can score on each hazard is five.
The pass mark for the car and motorcycle hazard perception part of the theory test is 44 out of 75.
Useful Links
> Mock Theory Test
This test site is provided free by the Driving Standards Agency. All you need to do is
register. > Book your Theory Test online
All you need to book your test online is your UK driving licence number and a debit
or credit card for payment.
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