The Theory Test for Car Drivers and Motorcyclists was introduced in July 1996. It is designed to improve the safety of newly qualified riders and drivers by making them think carefully about the right attitudes needed to drive safely on today's busy roads.
Areas of assessment include

• driver attitude
• traffic signs and regulations
• effects of alcohol, drugs and fatigue on driver behaviour
• safety and environmental aspects of vehicles.
• To pass the exam you must answer at least 30 out of 35 multiple-choice questions correctly. To help you study and prepare for your theory test the Driving Standards Agency produce the Official Theory Test for Car Drivers and Motorcyclists containing the questions and answers. This is updated annually. The current book contains more than a thousand questions.
• A CD-ROM containing all the questions in the question bank is also available.

The core material for the theory test questions are taken from the following DSA publications

• The Highway Code
• The Driving Manual
• Know Your Traffic Signs

It is important that you study - not only to pass the test - but also to become a safe driver. More information is available on this site by visiting our Publications section.

When you take the theory test, you’ll be asked some specific questions regarding the category of vehicle being tested, as well as questions that apply to all road users.

Weekday, evening and Saturday test sessions are available. Arrangements can be made for candidates with special needs. You must tell Booking Section Staff about your special needs when you book your test.

Free Theory Pack
We have free theory packs for our students so they can study in their own time at home! These packs contain all the relent material required. Feedback from previous students have said "An excellent pack with every thing that's needed to attain a first time pass...."