Theory Test Help
Everything you need to know about passing your theory test first time.
Understanding the Test
You must pass the theory test before you can book your practical driving test. It consists of two parts: Multiple Choice and Hazard Perception.
📝 Multiple Choice
- 50 Questions in total.
- Pass Mark: 43 out of 50.
- Questions cover road rules, signs, and safety.
- Take a 3-minute break before the hazard section.
⚠️ Hazard Perception
- 14 Video Clips of everyday road scenes.
- Click when you see a hazard developing.
- Scoring: Up to 5 points per hazard.
- Don't Cheat: Rapid clicking results in zero.
📋 Case Study
- Watch a short video clip within the test.
- Answer 3 questions about the clip in context.
- Tests your understanding of safety in real life.
- Part of the multiple choice section.
🚗 Show Me / Tell Me
- The final part of your practical driving test.
- Covers essential vehicle safety knowledge.
- Learn the "Under the Bonnet" engine checks.
- View All Questions →
Find Your Local Test Centre
Rhyl
3 Bodfor Street, Rhyl, LL18 1AS
Bangor
Suite 2, Ground Floor, 30 Dean Street, Bangor, LL57 1UR
Wrexham
Unit 7, Ground Floor, 3 Henblas St, Wrexham LL13 8AE
Bala
Canolfan Bro Tegid, High Street, Bala, LL23 7UR
Chester
Granary Wharf, Steam Mill St, Chester CH3 5BE
Shrewsbury
Suite 2, Ground Floor, Canon Court West, SY2 5DE
Crewe
Ground Floor, Unit 8, Victoria Centre, CW1 2PU
Sheffield
7th Floor, St James House, Vicar Lane, S1 2EX
Email for all centres: theorycustomerservices@dvsa.gov.uk
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