Theory Test | Pauls Driving School

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency theory test comprises of two parts. The first being 50 multiple-choice questions, and the second part being the hazard perception test (added to the test in November 2002). Both parts are presented to you on a computer screen. At the start of the test you can have an extra 15 minutes to enable you to practice using the computer.

In order to pass the first part (theory questions) you must obtain a minimum pass mark of 43 out of 50. You have 57 minutes to complete this.

When you have completed the questions, you will be given a short period of time to prepare for the second part, the hazard perception test. This second part will last 15 minutes.

The hazard perception part is used to test your ability to detect developing hazards that appear along the road you are currently travelling.

This part consists of 14 shorts film clips in which there will be developing hazards that you will need to identify.

You will be required to score against 15 developing hazards, thus one of the clips will contain 2 developing hazards that you will need to identify.

Each hazard that appears will require you to take some form of action if you were driving along the road, being that a change of speed or direction.

When you notice this type of hazard you are required to click the mouse button to register your score. You must not randomly click the mouse button whilst the clips are being shown, as this will result in you recording no score for that clip.

To pass the hazard perception part you must score 48 out of 75. In order to pass the overall theory test you must pass both the multiple choice questions section and the hazard perception section at the same time.

When you have completed both parts you will be given the results of each element, and your overall result before leaving the theory test centre.

Please note, you cannot apply for your practical driving test until you have successfully passed the theory test.

I can provide you with all the help and advice you will require to pass the theory test.

There are several articles that are available to help you pass the theory test and details of these can be found on the gov.uk website.

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