THE THEORY TEST 

This is now a two-part test and both parts must be passed in one sitting before you can book a practical test.

Part One

You will have 57 minutes to answer 50 multiple-choice questions, 43 of which have to be answered correctly to pass.

Questions are chosen randomly from a bank of about 1200 questions so it is essential that you prepare properly before sitting the exam.

The Theory Test is computerised; Candidates select their answers by simply touching a computer screen.

Part Two - Hazard Perception

This consists of 14 one - minute video clips shown on a computer, randomly selected from a large bank of clips.

Each clip shows a developing hazard, such as a vehicle reversing off a driveway. There is at least one hazard in each clip and in one clip there are two, making a total of 15 hazards that you can score.

You will need to click your mouse button as soon as you observe a developing hazard, the sooner you react, the higher your score, you can score up to a maximum of 5 points per hazard. At the moment you will need to score 44 points out of a possible 75 in order to pass.  

Useful Information

The DSA books listed below are recommended  to help you prepare for the tests.

• Driving the essential skills
• Know your Traffic Signs
• The Official Theory Test for car drivers
• The Highway Code
  

To Book a Theory Test

You can book a Theory Test by post, phone or on-line.

To book by post you must fill in a Driving Theory Test Application Form.

By phone, you need to call 0870 01 01 372 with your Licence number and Debit/Credit card details.

The Theory Test costs £31

The Driving Test costs £62

   ( if  you see a higher price you are on the wrong website )

www.dsa.gov.uk