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Theory Test

You must complete and pass your theory test before you can book your practical test, you can of course take practical driving lessons before passing your theory test as your lessons will help you understand the theory and put the knowledge into practice.

 

The theory test has two parts:-

  • A multiple choice test of 50 questions

  • A hazard perception test of 14 video clips

In the multiple choice you need to achieve a score of 43 or more out of 50 to pass and you need a score of 44 out of 75 in the hazard perception.

You need to pass both sections at the same time to get a pass and get your theory certificate, passing one part is simply not enough and will not carry over to your next test.

 

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'Show me, tell me': tell me questions 2024: official DVSA guide
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Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

'Show me, tell me': tell me questions 2024: official DVSA guide

Official DVSA guide to the driving test ‘tell me’ questions (where you explain how you’d carry out a safety task) at the start of your test. You’ll do this before you start driving. About the questions (0:00) Check the brakes work before starting a journey (0:24) Find the car's recommended tyre pressures and check each tyre (0:36) Make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted (0:56) Check the tyres have enough tread depth and are safe (1:15) Check the headlights and tail lights work (1:32) Spot a problem with your anti-lock braking system (1:47) Check the indicators work (1:57) Check the brake lights work (2:10) Check the power steering works before starting a journey (2:21) Switch on the rear fog lights (2:35) Switch your headlights from dipped to main beam (2:57) Check the engine has enough oil (3:14) Check the engine has enough coolant (3:37) Check you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid (3:59) Read the list of questions and answers at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/car-show-me-tell-me-vehicle-safety-questions/car-show-me-tell-me-vehicle-safety-questions Get ready to pass your driving test, find out why people fail, practise ‘show me, tell me’ questions and learn how to deal with nerves at https://readytopass.campaign.gov.uk The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) improves road safety in Great Britain by setting standards for driving and motorcycling, and making sure drivers, vehicle operators and MOT garages understand and follow roadworthiness standards. We also provide a range of licensing, testing, education and enforcement services. DVSA is an executive agency of the Department for Transport. © Crown copyright, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Theory test 2019: official DVSA guide
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Theory test 2019: official DVSA guide

Official DVSA guide to what happens during the theory test and what it takes to pass it - including the multiple-choice question and hazard perception parts. Watch a detailed explanation of the hazard perception part of the test here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdQRkmdhwJs When you've passed the test, you can take your driving test. Find out how that works here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObBABMywliE Help for learner drivers: • More about how the theory test works - https://www.gov.uk/driving-theory-test • Take a practice theory test for free - https://www.gov.uk/practise-your-driving-theory-test • Start revising and get instant access to all the latest revision questions - https://www.dvsalearningzone.co.uk/ • Join the Facebook community for learner drivers - https://www.facebook.com/mydrivingtest The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) improves road safety in Great Britain by setting standards for driving and motorcycling, and making sure drivers, vehicle operators and MOT garages understand and follow roadworthiness standards. We also provide a range of licensing, testing, education and enforcement services. DVSA is an executive agency of the Department for Transport. © Crown copyright, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency This video is protected by Crown copyright, and the Standard YouTube Licence. You are not allowed to download (either permanently or temporarily), copy, store, or redistribute this video.
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