FAQ
What are driving theory tests?
Questions across a range of driving and road safety issues.
Why was the test developed?
To increase knowledge of driver attitude, traffic signs and regulations, vehicle safety, hazard awareness, first aid and environmental issues.
When can I get a full driving licence?
Learner's need to pass a driving theory test, hazard awareness test as a well as a practical driving test before obtaining a full UK Driving Licence
Motorcycle Theory Test
Before taking your Motorcycle practical test, you will have to take and pass the driving theory test. You can take your theory test before your CBT (compulsory basic training) but most people wait until after.
The driving theory test will gauge your knowledge and understanding of riding theory. A sound knowledge of the theory is essential to a better understanding of practical riding skills.
All provisional driving licence-holders will have to pass the theory test before a booking for a practical test will be accepted.
Not so long ago, if you held a full car licence, and you were riding on the provisional motorcycle entitlement that this provided, then you didn't have to take the theory test. But, as from 1st February 2001, all riders have to take the written theory test, even if they hold an existing full car licence.
* The Theory Test costs £28.50. You can apply for it by post with form TT26, which is available from Theory Test Centres, driving test centres, or by phone by calling the Driving Standards Agency Information and Booking Service on 0870 0101 372 (which can also give you the location of your nearest test centre)
* The test itself consists of two parts. There is a multiple-choice questionnaire of 50 questions that you have 57 minutes to complete; the pass mark is 43. The second part presents you with 14 video clips of possible hazards, which you need to identify. The pass mark for the hazard perception part of the test is 44 out of 75.
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