The learner driver test is made up of two parts 'The Theory Test' and 'The Practical Test'.
The Theory Test:
The theory test is made up of 2 parts, a multiple-choice part and a hazard perception part both of which are done on a touch screen computer. You need to pass both parts to pass the theory test. If you pass one part and fail the other you’ll fail the whole test and you’ll need to take both parts again. For the multiple choice-part there are 50 questions some of which may be given as a case study (a short story based on real life experiences) and the pass mark is 43 out of 50. The hazard perception part is a series of 14 real life video clips there are 15 developing hazards 13 clips have 1 hazard and 1 clip has 2 hazards. You must click when you see a hazard in the clip the earlier you notice a hazard and click the higher you score, you can score 0-5 for each hazard. The pass mark is 44 out of 75. Once you pass your theory test you will be given a certificate and you will need this when you book and take you practical test Your theory test pass certificate lasts for 2 years after taking your test. If you haven’t passed your practical test by then, you’ll need to take and pass the theory test again.
The Practical Test:
Before you start your driving test you will be asked to read a number plate and answer 2 vehicle safety questions also known as 'show me, tell me'. You must be able to read a number plate from a distance of 20.5 meters if you fail this you will have failed the test and you wont continue to drive. The driving part will last for about 40 minutes during this time your examiner will give you directions you should follow them you will be asked to do 1 reversing exercise and might also be asked to carry out an emergency stop. Your test will also include around 10 minutes of independent driving this will be either following a Sat Nav or road signs this is designed to assess your ability to drive safely while making decisions on your own. Your examiner will ask if you want your instructor, or another person to sit in the back of your car during your driving test or to be with you after the test for the result and feedback. This person will usually be your driving instructor, but it could also be a relative or friend.
The Theory Test:
The theory test is made up of 2 parts, a multiple-choice part and a hazard perception part both of which are done on a touch screen computer. You need to pass both parts to pass the theory test. If you pass one part and fail the other you’ll fail the whole test and you’ll need to take both parts again. For the multiple choice-part there are 50 questions some of which may be given as a case study (a short story based on real life experiences) and the pass mark is 43 out of 50. The hazard perception part is a series of 14 real life video clips there are 15 developing hazards 13 clips have 1 hazard and 1 clip has 2 hazards. You must click when you see a hazard in the clip the earlier you notice a hazard and click the higher you score, you can score 0-5 for each hazard. The pass mark is 44 out of 75. Once you pass your theory test you will be given a certificate and you will need this when you book and take you practical test Your theory test pass certificate lasts for 2 years after taking your test. If you haven’t passed your practical test by then, you’ll need to take and pass the theory test again.
The Practical Test:
Before you start your driving test you will be asked to read a number plate and answer 2 vehicle safety questions also known as 'show me, tell me'. You must be able to read a number plate from a distance of 20.5 meters if you fail this you will have failed the test and you wont continue to drive. The driving part will last for about 40 minutes during this time your examiner will give you directions you should follow them you will be asked to do 1 reversing exercise and might also be asked to carry out an emergency stop. Your test will also include around 10 minutes of independent driving this will be either following a Sat Nav or road signs this is designed to assess your ability to drive safely while making decisions on your own. Your examiner will ask if you want your instructor, or another person to sit in the back of your car during your driving test or to be with you after the test for the result and feedback. This person will usually be your driving instructor, but it could also be a relative or friend.