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Intensive driving courses theory test

Intensive driving courses theory test advice

Intensive driving courses Scotland - theory test

Theory test training on all intensive driving courses

You do not need to pass your theory test before your intensive driving course. You only need to pass your theory test if you intend to take a driving test immediately at the end of your course. New learners need not take their theory test to early, in fact it is not advised by the DSA (driving test examining body) to take your theory test until you are ready to pass your driving test

Trying to rember the questions for your theory test is not the right way to study. If you are to become a safe driver you need to understand the rules of the road. By understanding the rules of the road as instructed by a good driving instructor will keep you safe on the roads at all times. Passing the theory test exam in itself will not do that.

Taking your theory test

The theory test is made up of two parts; the multiple choice part and the hazard perception part. The multiple choice part is delivered using a touch screen computer and mouse and the hazard perception part records your responses through the use of a computer mouse button.

You need to pass both parts to pass the theory test. If you pass one part and fail the other you will fail the whole test, and you will need to take both parts again.

The questions in each multiple choice test vary according to the category of vehicle you are hoping to obtain a licence for, i.e. a motorcycle theory test will contain specific questions that do not appear in any other test.

For the hazard perception part of the theory test there are no separate versions for different vehicles, each vehicle category takes the same test, however the pass mark is different for different categories of tests.
For more detailed information watch the video:

Official car theory test video



If the video does not appear then try this link to take you straight to the vidoe website.
theory test video link

Theory test marking

In order to pass your theory test you need to score 43 marks out of 50 & you have 57 minutes in which to complete your test.

Theory test part 2 - Hazard Perception

Part 2 of your theory test called the hazard perception test is taken immediately after part 1. You may if you wish have a 15 minute rest between parts 1 & 2.
On your hazard perception test you will watch 14 video clips of developing hazards. You must identify 15 developing hazards & achieve 44 marks out of 75 to get a pass. Parts 1 & 2 must both be passed at the same sitting to receive an overall pass. You will receive the results of your test as soon as you leave the examination room.

Official theory test advice
Theory test fees

Highway Code
Because you are encouraged to buy the 'multiple choice' books on the market, you will tend to focus on that, instead of learning from the Highway Code. The Highway Code is the rule book for the rest of your driving career. Learn it well & you will become a very safe confident driver.

What books do I need to become a safe driver?

Try the official online theory test practice from the DSA