Pass Your Driving Theory Test First Time

The DVSA car driving theory test has two parts: a multiple-choice section with 50 questions (you need 43 correct to pass) and a hazard perception test with 14 video clips. You must pass both parts in the same sitting.

You need 43 out of 50 correct answers (86%) on the multiple-choice section. For hazard perception, you need at least 44 out of 75. You must pass both parts to pass the overall theory test.

You get 57 minutes for the 50 multiple-choice questions, then approximately 20 minutes for the 14 hazard perception video clips. The total test session is about 90 minutes including the break between sections.

The DVSA driving theory test costs £23 to book. If you fail, you must wait at least 3 working days before rebooking. PassNova's practice platform is free for members and gives you 250+ practice questions to help you pass first time.

Your theory test pass certificate is valid for 2 years. You must pass your practical driving test within this period, or you will need to retake the theory test.

The theory test covers 14 categories from the Highway Code: Alertness, Attitude, Safety and Your Vehicle, Safety Margins, Hazard Awareness, Vulnerable Road Users, Other Types of Vehicle, Vehicle Handling, Motorway Rules, Rules of the Road, Road and Traffic Signs, Documents, Incidents Accidents and Emergencies, and Vehicle Loading.

The national pass rate for the car driving theory test is approximately 47%. More than half of all candidates fail, which is why proper preparation with practice questions is essential. PassNova users achieve a 92% pass rate.

You can apply for a provisional driving licence at 15 years and 9 months, but you cannot take the theory test until you have your provisional licence. You can start driving at 17 (or 16 if you receive the enhanced rate of the mobility component of PIP).