Car Theory Test Practice 2026

Practise all 14 car theory test topics or take a full mock: 50 questions, 57 minutes, pass mark 43. Every answer is explained using The Highway Code.

  • 50 questions
  • 57 minutes
  • Pass mark 43/50
  • No sign-up
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Practise by topic

AlertnessStaying focused behind the wheel: tiredness, distractions, mobile phones, mirrors and checking blind spots before you move.25 questions AttitudePatience, courtesy and keeping calm: how a considerate attitude makes you a safer driver around everyone else on the road.25 questions Safety and your vehicleKeeping your car roadworthy and secure: tyres, warning lights, fluids, seat belts, child seats and checks before you drive.25 questions Safety marginsStopping distances, following gaps and how rain, ice, fog and wind change the space you need to stop safely.25 questions Hazard awarenessSpotting danger early: reading the road ahead, predicting what others might do, and staying fit to drive.25 questions Vulnerable road usersPedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, horse riders and others most at risk: how much room to give and when to give way.25 questions Other types of vehicleSharing the road with lorries, buses, trams, emergency vehicles, tractors and towing vehicles, and how they behave differently.25 questions Vehicle handlingHow weather, road surfaces and the way you use the controls affect grip, braking and stopping distances.25 questions Motorway rulesJoining, lane discipline, overhead signals, hard shoulders, emergency areas and what to do if you break down on a motorway.25 questions Rules of the roadSpeed limits, junctions, roundabouts, traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, overtaking and parking rules.25 questions Road and traffic signsSign shapes and colours, orders, warnings, direction signs, road markings, lane signals and reflective studs.25 questions Essential documentsDriving licences, learner rules, MOT, insurance, vehicle tax, SORN, the V5C and what to tell the DVLA.25 questions Incidents, accidents and emergenciesWhat to do at a crash or breakdown, first aid on the road, and the new 2026 CPR and defibrillator (AED) questions.25 questions Vehicle loadingCarrying loads and passengers safely, child restraints, towing trailers and caravans, and speed limits when towing.25 questions

Car theory test format in 2026

  • 50questions
  • 57minutes
  • 43to pass
  • £23test fee

The car theory test (category B) is one sitting with two parts, and you must pass both on the same day.

PartWhat you doTimePass mark
Multiple-choice50 questions, 3 of them about a short silent video57 minutes43 out of 50
Hazard perception14 clips with 15 developing hazardsAbout 20 minutes44 out of 75

You can flag questions and go back to change answers, and you get a break of up to 3 minutes before hazard perception. If you fail either part, you retake the whole test. Check the details in our guides to the theory test pass mark and how long the theory test is.

Practise all 14 car theory test topics

The car question bank is split into 14 topics. Each topic has its own practice quiz with instant feedback and an explanation for every answer.

TopicWhat you'll practise
AlertnessObservation, distractions, tiredness and mobile phones
AttitudeCourtesy, patience and keeping a safe gap
Safety and your vehicleChecks, faults, tyres and security
Safety marginsStopping distances and driving in bad weather
Hazard awarenessSpotting hazards early and reacting in time
Vulnerable road usersPedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, horse riders and children
Other types of vehicleLorries, buses, trams and other large vehicles
Vehicle handlingControl on different roads and in different conditions
Motorway rulesJoining, lane discipline, speed limits and breakdowns
Rules of the roadSpeed limits, junctions, parking and priority
Road and traffic signsSigns, road markings and signals
Essential documentsLicences, insurance, MOT and vehicle tax
Incidents, accidents and emergenciesWhat to do at a crash, first aid, CPR and defibrillators
Vehicle loadingLoads, towing and carrying passengers safely

Free car mock tests

When you're ready for exam conditions, take a random mock theory test: 50 questions drawn from every topic, a 57-minute timer and a pass mark of 43. Prefer a fixed set you can retake and compare? Try mock test 1, mock test 2, mock test 3, mock test 4 or mock test 5.

Don't forget hazard perception

Hazard perception is half of your theory test, and it's the part many learners practise least. Our free hazard perception test runs 14 original animated clips with the same scoring as the real test: up to 5 points per hazard and 44 out of 75 to pass. Clicking constantly or in a pattern scores zero, just like on the day, so read our hazard perception tips to time your clicks well.

2026 update: CPR and defibrillator questions

From 2026, car theory tests include new questions on CPR and, for the first time, on defibrillators (AEDs). Practise them in Incidents, accidents and emergencies.

Booking your car theory test

You can take the car theory test from age 17, or from 16 if you get the higher rate of the mobility part of Personal Independence Payment (PIP). You need a provisional driving licence to book, the test costs £23 and you can book your theory test on GOV.UK. On the day, bring your photocard provisional licence. See what to bring to your theory test.

A simple revision plan

  1. Read The Highway Code, which is free on GOV.UK, a section at a time.
  2. Practise one or two topics a day and retry the questions you get wrong.
  3. Take a timed mock each week and aim to clear 43 with room to spare.
  4. Add a few hazard perception clips to every session.
  5. Test your sign knowledge with our road signs test and stopping distances guide.

Frequently asked questions

How many questions are on the car theory test?

There are 50 multiple-choice questions to answer in 57 minutes, and 3 of them are about a short video. Hazard perception follows, with 14 video clips.

What is the pass mark for the car theory test?

You need 43 out of 50 in the multiple-choice part and 44 out of 75 in hazard perception. You must pass both parts on the same day.

How much does the car theory test cost?

The car theory test costs £23. You book it on GOV.UK with your provisional driving licence number.

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

You can take it from age 17. If you get the higher rate of the mobility part of PIP, you can take it from 16.

How long is a car theory test pass valid?

Your theory test pass certificate lasts 2 years. If you don't pass your practical driving test in that time, you have to take the theory test again.

What happens if I fail the car theory test?

You must book and take the full test again, even if you passed one part. You have to wait at least 3 working days before your next attempt.

Original practice questions based on The Highway Code (Open Government Licence v3.0). Not the real test questions. MockTheory is not affiliated with or endorsed by the DVSA.

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