How To Pass Driving Theory Test 2021
This article is all about how you can book your DVLA theory test and pass your driving theory test in 2021. We will also cover how to pass the hazard perception test and what types of questions come up in the mock theory test.
Remember You need the following two certificates if you want to get your driving licence:
1. A driving theory test and hazard perception test
2. A practical driving exam
In this article we will cover the following topics:
1. What is the multiple choice theory test?
2. What is the hazard perception test?
3. How much does the test cost?
4. Where, when and how can I book the exam?
5. How much time should I spend revising?
6. How can a teacher help me pass more quicker?
1. What is the multiple choice driving theory test?
Multiple-choice questions
You have 1 hour to answer 50 multiple-choice questions.
Before the driving theory test starts you’ll get:
- Instructions on how the test works
- The chance to do some practice questions to get used to the screens
How the theory test works:
There are 50 questions and you need 43/50 to pass the exam. A question and several possible answers appear on a screen. You have to select the right answer.
The questions are taken from each of these 14 categories:
- Alertness
- Attitude
- Safety and your vehicle
- Safety margins
- Hazard awareness
- Vulnerable road users
- Other types of vehicles
- Vehicle handling
- Motorway rules
- Rules of the road
- Road and traffic signs
- Documents, Incidents
- Accidents and emergencies
- Vehicle loading
2. What is the hazard perception test?
Hazard Perception Test
You’ll then watch 14 video clips. The clips will all have 1 hazard in them except for 1 clip which will have 2 hazards. You will need to score 44/75 to pass this exam.
What should I be clicking on for the Hazard Perception test?
There are 7 vulnerable road users and 3 different types of vehicles. As long as you click on these you will get points:
7 Vulnerable Road Users:
- Elderly drivers
- Pedestrians
- New drivers
- Children
- Animals
- Cyclists
- Motorcyclists
3 other types of vehicles:
- Lorrys and Buses
- Trams
- Motorcyclists
3. How much does the test cost?
The costs of the exams:
The driving theory test costs £23
The practical driving test costs £62 (£75 on evenings and weekends
Please visit the government website for a full breakdown of the prices
How to book the exams:
1. A driving theory test and hazard perception test
2. A practical driving exam
4. Where, when and how can I book an exam?
Where can I sit the exams:
The exam centre will be the closest to your postcode.
When can I sit an exam?
Exam bookings are usually available within 1 month. You will need to go onto the booking website to find the latest dates and times.
What documents will I need to book the exam?
You will need your provisional licence to book these exams. If you do not have a provisional licence you can apply for one on the government website.
5. How much time should I spend revising the driving theory test?
As a teacher who has been helping students pass their exams since 2013, we would recommend you spend the following time spent on revision:
1. 75% of your time on multiple choice questions and answers
2. 25% on the hazard perception test
How can a teacher help me to pass sooner?
If you need training from a teacher then you can visit our driving theory test training page
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