The Theory Test

 

What is it and how to prepare

The driving theory test is a screen-based test, and consists of two parts. Part one is a multiple choice test of 35 questions and part two is a hazard perception test of 14 video clips in which you will have to identify 15 developing hazards. It has been designed to test your knowledge of driving theory, in particular the rules of the road and best driving practice.

Although you have to pass your theory test before you can take your practical test - we highly recommend that you start studying for your theory test, but don't actually take it until you have some practical driving experience.

Multiple choice

There are quite a few study aids available to help you prepare for the multiple choice part of the theory test - the main books being:

The Highway Code

Know Your Traffic Signs

Driving - the essential skills

However, there are many other study aids available and your 1st Choice instructor will help you decide which study aid to choose.

Hazard perception

As for the multiple choice part of the theory test, there are many study aids available for training on the Hazard Perception part of the test.

The training material adopts a structured approach to defining hazards, looking for clues, the 'mirror- signal- manoeuvre' routine, scanning and planning, prioritising, cutting down the risks and responding to hazards.

Your Result

You should receive the result of your theory test at the test centre shortly after completing the test.
You will be given a score for each part of the test ( the multiple choice part and the Hazard Perception part ). You will need to pass both parts to pass the theory test. If you fail one of the parts you will have to take the whole test again.