The theory test is made up of two parts; a multiple choice section and a Hazard Perception test. You will need to pass both parts of the theory test at the same sitting to obtain your theory test pass certificate.
The multiple choice section is delivered using a touch screen computer and mouse, to pass you must answer at least 43 of the 50 questions correctly in 57 minutes, while the hazard perception test records your responses through the use of a computer mouse button. The test consists of 14 video clips, each lasting about one minute. The clips feature various types of hazards, such as vehicles, pedestrians and road conditions. You should respond by pressing a mouse button as soon as you see a hazard developing that may result in the driver having to take some action, such as changing speed or direction
The earlier the developing hazard is spotted, and a response made, the higher the score. Candidates can score up to five marks on each hazard and the test contains 15 scoreable hazards. Booking your theory test is quite straight forward. You can call into the BSM office and they will book it for you. I can also book it for you, or you can book it yourself online at www.dsa.gov.uk. for more information and FREE MOCK TESTS visit www.passmytheorytest.co.uk
The driving test is straightforward and has been designed to see if you:
You will be asked to read a
number plate at 20.5 metres(67feet) or 20metres(66feet) plates from 2001.
After the eyesight test you will be examined on your general driving and on
two reversing exercises. The reversing exercises will be chosen from:
You may also be asked to carry out an emergency stop.
A standard driving test takes about 40 minutes.
During the driving test the examiner will give you directions which you should follow. Test routes are designed to be as uniform as possible and will include a range of typical road and traffic conditions. During the test, the examiner will ask you to carry out set exercises.
Throughout the test you should drive in the way your instructor has
taught you. If you make a mistake, don’t worry about it, it might be a
less serious driving fault and may not affect your result. The examiner will
be looking for an overall safe standard of driving.
You can make up to 15 driving faults and still pass the test (16 or more
results in failure). However, if you commit one serious or dangerous fault
you will fail the test. If at any time your examiner considers you to be a
danger to other road users your test will be stopped.
You are allowed to take someone with you on the test, this person must be
over 16 years old and cannot take any part in the test.