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 The Theory Test |
| You need to pass the theory test before you can apply for the practical driving test. You cannot take the theory test until you are 17 years of age.The theory test is divided into two parts - the hazard perception element and the multiple choice element. Both parts of the test are taken on the same day at the same test centre. | |
| The multiple choice test | |
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| The multiple choice test is taken first - you select answers by simply touching a computer screen. This 'touch screen' system has been carefully designed to make sure it is easy to use. | |
| You have an opportunity to work through a practice session lasting up to 15 minutes to get used to the system before starting the actual test. Staff at the test centres are on hand to help you if you have any difficulties in using the system. The screens are easy to read. Only one question appears on the screen at a time and you can move backwards and forwards through the questions. |  |
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You have 57 minutes to answer
50 questions and you need to answer 43 questions correctly to pass this element
of the theory test. The cost of the combined theory test is £30.00 |
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| The multiple choice test covers the following ... |
| Alertness | Attitude | ||
| Safety and Your Vehicle | Safety Margins | ||
| Hazard Awareness | Vulnerable Road Users | ||
| Other Types of Vehicle | Vehicle Handling | ||
| Motorway Rules | Rules of the Road | ||
| Road and Traffic Signs | Documents | ||
| Accidents | Vehicle Loading |
| The hazard perception test | ||
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| The hazard perception test is taken immediately after the multiple choice test and takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. | ||
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| Hazard Perception covers the following ... |
| Constantly scanning the area around you | |
| Choosing a safe distance between yourself and other vehicles | |
| Using an appropriate speed for your current situation | |
| Planning ahead | |
| Anticipating developing situations |
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The hazard perception test consists of 14 one minute video clips, filmed from a car. Each clip contains one or more developing hazards which the candidate has to identify. Candidates are asked to indicate (by clicking the mouse) as soon as they see a hazard which may require them to take action e.g changing speed or direction. |
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the candidate's responses to the hazards (mouse clicks). The sooner a hazard is
detected the higher the score. Only developing hazards are scored - responses made to other hazards will not lose points. You will be given your results for both the multiple choice test and the hazard perception test before you leave the test centre. You need to have passed BOTH the hazard perception test and the multiple choice test in the same session to obtain your theory pass certificate. |
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If you fail the theory test (either parts) then you have to wait three clear working days before you can take it again. |
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| What to take with you when attending a theory test | |
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| You will be asked to arrive 15 minutes before the test starts. | |
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| The venues for
the theory test are shown on the reverse side of the application form which is
available from your Castle driving instructor or a Driving Standards Agency
Test Centre. You can also find your nearest theory test centre by clicking on the link below ... Theory Test Centres |
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| For the latest information on driving
and theory tests, where to take your test and booking your test on-line, go to
the Driving Standards Agency web site at ...
www.dsa.gov.uk For information on provisional and full driving licences, check out the DVLA's web site at ... www.dvla.gov.uk |
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To return to the main Tests page click here alternatively you can view the rest
of the site by using the links on the left-hand side. If you have any enquiries
concerning driving tests please contact us. Photographs by courtesy of Essex County Newspapers. |
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