Once you have your provisional driving licence you are able to take your theory test. You can start preparing or even sit the theory exam before starting your driving lessons. Many pupils prepare for the test with the help and support of their driving school alongside their driving lessons and find the driving instructor can offer valuable advice and assistance.

When you feel ready to book your theory test ~ let Mike know and Xpert Driver Training can arrange your test for you if you want.

You need to pass BOTH parts of the theory test, at the same time, before you can apply to take your Practical Driving Test.

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WHAT HAPPENS

On Arrival At The Driving Test Centre

You are asked to arrive at the test centre 15 minutes before your exam time to allow for the registration process. You are required to provide the letter confirming your appointment (or at least the booking reference number for your exam) and to produce both sections of your valid driving licence as part of the registration for the exam. If you don't show the required documents you won't be allowed to test and you will lose your fee. You will also be asked to sign your signature so it can be checked against those on file.

The letter of confirmation for your exam date and time explains in full what to bring.

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What Is The Theory Test?

The Theory Test is made up of two parts, taken at the same time using a touch screen computer -

• Part 1:  of the Theory Test is a multiple choice test of 50 questions.
• Part 2: is a Hazard Perception Test of 14 video clips where you have to identify 15 developing hazards - one clip showing 2 hazards.

Some multiple choice questions will be given as a case study. The case study will show a scenario that five questions will be based on. The subject of the scenario focuses on real life examples and experiences that drivers could come across when driving.

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Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Part 1 is taken using a touch screen computer, takes 57 minutes and consists of 50 questions, chosen from a bank of over 1200, covering: 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 & Traffic Signs, Documents, Accidents, and Vehicle Loading. The pass requirement is 43 out of 50.

Before the test starts you'll be given instructions on how the test works and the opportunity to run through a practice session to get used to the layout of the test; a question will appear on the screen with a choice of answers and you have to select the correct answer by touching the screen. Some of the questions may require more than one answer.

The 50 questions cover a range of topics:

Alertness Observation Anticipation Concentration Awareness Distraction Boredom Attitude Consideration Close Following Courtesy Priority Safety and Your Vehicle Fault Detection Defects and their Effects on Safety Use of Safety Equipment Emissions Noise Safety Margins Stopping Distances Road Surfaces Skidding Weather Conditions Hazard Awareness Anticipation Hazard Awareness Attention Speed and Distance Reaction Time The Effects of Alcohol and Drugs Tiredness

Other Types of Vehicle Motorcyclists Lorries Buses Vehicle Handling Weather Conditions Road Conditions Time of Day Speed Traffic Calming Motorway Rules Speed Limits Lane Discipline Stopping Lighting Parking Rules of the Road Speed Limits Lane Discipline Parking Lighting Road and Traffic Signs Road Signs Speed Limits Road Markings Regulations

Vulnerable Road Users Pedestrians Children Elderly Drivers Disabled People Cyclists Motorcyclists Animals New Drivers Accidents First Aid Warning Devices Reporting Procedures Safety Regulations Vehicle Loading Stability Towing Regulations Documents Licences Insurance MOT Test Certificate

Preparing For Part 1

With your first theory test booking confirmation letter, DSA send you a DVD called "Are you ready?" which you should watch as this explains the process of taking the theory test.

Highway Code - this is essential reading for everyone. Although you can find online sources, DVDs and CDRoms it is also worth buying a hard copy version for easy reference

Traffic Signs - again there are plenty of online sources and DVDs and CDRoms to help learn the signs it is still worth having access to a book showing all of the road signs.

Official DSA Driving Test Questions - These are worth reading through to familiarise yourself with the questions you will be asked. At present there are 1265 questions.

Mock Tests - There are plenty of online tests, DVDs and CDRoms providing the opportunity to take mock tests which will certainly help in the preparation for your exam.

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Part 2 - Hazard Perception

After a short break Part 2 of the theory exam begins. You will be shown a short tutorial video clip to demonstrate how this part of the test works.

During the test 14 video clips, showing every day road scenes with at least one developing hazard in each, will be shown and you respond by clicking with the mouse as soon as you become aware of the developing hazard.

Each hazard has a mark from between 0 - 5. The faster you spot the hazard the higher your score. Be aware that clicking too often could deem that video clip as a fail.

The pass mark is 44 points from a potential 75.

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Once again there are many books, online sites, DVDs and CDRoms to help you prepare for your Hazard Perception test. It is extremely useful to be able to practice at home prior to the test to ensure you completely understand how the exam works and that it is not just a case of clicking now and then, or even continually, throughout the video clip.

Our offers an easy way to purchase all the official books, CDRoms and DVDs to assist in preparing for your driving tests.

There are many more providers offering ways to revise and prepare for your driving theory tests - always ensure they are utilising the official DSA Theory Test Questions.

Once Test Is Completed

You will be offered the chance to complete a short survey relating to the test which you can choose to take part in or not. Once you have completed the exam and survey option you may leave the exam room. Be aware that once you have left the room you CANNOT return so be completely sure you want to leave. Your results will be available almost immediately from the test centre staff who give you a letter showing your results for each section of the test and if you have passed or failed.

PASSED

WELL DONE!

You will be given a pass certificate - keep this safe as it shows your pass reference and the date you passed the test which is needed to book your practical driving test! This is valid for 2 years from the date passed.

FAILED

Currently, about 55% of people taking the theory test in Lincoln fail - so you're not alone.

Your results letter will identify the topics (not the actual questions) in which the mistakes were made. It makes sense to target those specific areas for extra learning before you retake the test.

You only have to wait 3 working days after failing to re-sit the exam.

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Last Updated on Saturday, 25 June 2011 14:21