Highway Code Tests

 
 

Over
1000
Questions from the DVSA Revision Question Bank

 
 

Pass your highway code test and get driving!

Prepare for your theory test with our free practice highway code test series. Our tests include explanations alongside each question to ensure you correctly understand the rules.

 
 

Beat the statistics

The official DVSA statistics show that a lot of people fail their theory test (view the latest stats). Ensure you pass by studying our highway code test study series.

Theory test pass rates

Males 53%
Females 58%
 
 
 

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Mock theory test

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The Highway Code Test Study Series

36 questions

Staying alert, avoiding distractions, using mirrors and recognising blind spots.

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Following distances, pelican crossings, headlights, and responding to other road users.

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43 questions

Licences, MOT certificates, theory tests, SORN, fines, vehicle registration and insurance.

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Braking distances, wind/snow/wet weather conditions and overtaking.

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96 questions

Recognising and responding to hazards such as other road users, and fixed hazards.

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81 questions

Responding to other vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians.

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27 questions

Behaviour of other types of vehicles such as lorries and buses.

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62 questions

Handling your vehicle under more difficult conditions and circumstances.

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66 questions

Joining and exiting, lane choice, overhead signals and Active Traffic Management.

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75 questions

Speed limits, junctions, parking, roundabouts and level crossings.

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156 questions

A range of signs and signals from throughout the highway code.

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113 questions

Tyre pressures, fuel consumption, route planning and emissions.

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Responding to accidents you have been involved in or which you have observed.

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15 questions

Towing, roof racks, vehicle loading, caravans and trailers.

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FAQs

How old do you have to be to take the theory test?

You can take the theory test when you are 17 years of age.

How can I book my theory test?

You can book your test online with the DVSA directly. You will need to have with you your:

  • UK driving licence number
  • email address
  • credit or debit card
What does the theory test involve?

There are 2 parts to the test:

You take them as a single test and you need to pass both of them to pass the test.

What do I need to study?

The questions that form the multiple-choice part of the theory test are based on these three books, which are available at lots of bookshops and online:

  • The Highway Code
  • Know your traffic signs
  • Driving – the essential skills

So these are what you need to study to ensure you know all the rules and skills that will appear in the test. Our website also includes the official revision test questions (almost a thousand of them) so it’s a great place to start coming to grips with it all. When you’re ready, you can try a free mock theory test.

Where do these questions come from ?

These questions come from the DVSA revision question bank.

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