New Learner Drivers

The Theory Test

The Driving Test is in two Parts. The Theory Test and The Practical Test. You can study for The Theory Test while you are learning to drive. Lol's Drivin' Skool will give you all the help you need for The Theory Test:

Reccomended reading
Mock Theory Test papers for you to try at home
In-car DVD interactive hazard perception
Road sense test

The Theory Test consists of 50 multiple choice questions, select your answer by simply touching the screen. 43 is the pass mark The Hazard Perception part of the test is a series of video clips seen from a drivers point of view. You respond by pressing the button as soon as you see a hazard developing. At the end of your test you will be given your score, 44 points out of 75 to pass. You will need to pass both parts of the test.

The Practical Test

The Practical Test is 57 minutes long. This will include the eye sight test (20.5 metres). You must pass this before you can continue. You will be asked to describe and show the examiner how you would carry out safety checks on the vehicle. You must be able to show that you can drive safely independently with confidence, put the Highway Code into practice and complete a set of exercises such as reversing round a corner, turning in the road, reverse parking, and emergency stops (which are carried out at random). Your examiner will assess andy errors you make on a test report form. You will fail your test if you commit a serious or dangerous fault, you will also fail if you commit more that 15 faults.

You will need to show your driving licence or photo identity before taking any test.