The Theory test for car
drivers and motorcyclists was introduced by the DSA in July
1996.
It is designed to improve the
safety of newly qualified drives and riders by making them
think carefully about the right attitudes needed to drive
safely on today's busy roads and reduce the risk of
accidents.
You'll take your theory test
on a computer at one of the local Driving Standard Agency
centres in your area. You will have to answer 35 multiple
choice questions and have to gain a minimum of 30 out of the
35 questions to pass. The test is available in a variety of
languages other than English. Their is also the option of
using British sign language for those candidates who are
deaf.
In November 2002 the theory
test was changed, in addition to answering 35 multiple
choice questions you are also tested for
hazard awareness
perception skills. You will sit this part of the test on
completion of your theory test. You will need to pass both
elements at the same sitting to pass your theory test. The
current cost for the theory test and hazard perception is
£31.00
