Free Access To A Theory Study Program
Are You Ready To Take Your Theory Test?
In order to take and pass your driving test, you will first need to take a theory test, there are many ways of preparing yourself for it, either by using books which include the Highway code or nowadays online using an app on your smart phone or tablet, there are also lots of websites out there to practices on, a lot are free but limited and some you may have to pay for. Bradby's Driving School offers its pupils complimentary and unlimited free access to the Theory Test Pro website where you will find everything you need to prepare for, and pass your theory test.
Once you feel that you are ready you will need to book your test, there are a number of ways to do this, you can either send it off by post, in which case you will need a theory test Application Form, once filled out send it off with your cheque for £23.00, alternatively the easiest way is to book Online, or over the phone by calling 0300 200 1122 (which can get busy at peak times) you will need your bank card handy as the DVSA will take payment upon booking.
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What to expect on the day of your Theory Test
Upon arrival you will be asked to show them your licence (remember you need to bring along your licence) failure in doing so will result in you being unable to take your theory test and will have to rebook and pay for another test.
Before the test starts, they will also ask you to lock away any bags, mobile phones, smart watches etc in the lockers provided, then you will be taken through to the examination room where you will be given instructions on how the test works. You will also be able to choose to go through a practice session of the multiple-choice questions to get used to the layout of the test if you wish or start the test straight away. At the end of the practice session the real test will begin.
Part One - multiple choice
(The multiple-choice part is delivered using a touch screen computer)
When the test starts you will be given a question along with several answer options which will appear, you have to select the correct answer to the question by touching the screen. Some questions may require more than one answer.
You'll be asked 50 questions (which includes the 3 case study questions) in 57 minutes, the pass mark for the multiple-choice part of the theory test is 43 out of 50. You can navigate between questions and 'flag' questions that you want to come back to later in the test. After the multiple-choice part, you can choose to have a break of up to three minutes before the hazard perception part of the test starts.
Case Study
The DVSA (Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency) introduced the case study questions into the theory test in September 2009. One case study will be included in the theory exam for car drivers, moped and motorcycle riders. as part of the multiple-choice section of the test, the case study will assess candidates understanding of driving theory, while the multiple-choice questions will continue to assess their knowledge of the subject. The theory test case study will be in the form of short video clip, on which three questions will be based and will focus on real life experiences that drivers could come across whilst driving. Candidates will answer the questions in the same way as they do now, using either the touch screen or mouse. Initially the DVSA are introducing just one case study based on existing questions in the theory test question bank. But over time the DVSA may introduce more case studies into the theory test to assess candidates understanding of what they have learned.
Part Two - hazard perception
(The hazard perception part records your responses through the use of a computer mouse button)
You will be presented with a series of 14 video clips which each last for a minute and feature everyday road scenes. In each clip there will be at least one developing hazard, but one of the clips will feature two developing hazards. The maximum you can score on each hazard is five, the pass mark for the hazard perception part of the theory test is 44 out of 75.
At the end of the test
When you have finished the test, you may leave the examination room and will not be allowed to enter it again. You will then be given your result by the test centre staff straight away after the test. If you pass one part and fail the other you will fail the whole test, and you will need to take both parts again.
Rebooking your test
If after taking a theory test you didn't pass, then you will have to wait at least three clear working days before you can take another theory test again.
Good luck! you are one step closer to getting your driving licence
