DVLA Driving Theory Test Practice 2024

Based on the Official Highway Code

Toptests Practice Theory Test

Questions: 50

Mistakes allowed: 7

Pass mark: 86%

Official Theory Test: What to Expect

How many questions:	50
How many correct answers to pass:	43
Pass mark:	86%

When you take the 2024 theory test for real, you won’t be told by the DVSA which questions you have answered incorrectly. Instead, you will only be told which categories those questions belong to. That’s where our free mock theory tests come in! You will see which categories you are weakest in: road signs, vulnerable road users, or hazard awareness. Each of our practice questions comes with a hint to help you pick the right answer, along with an explanation of the right answer. That way, you’ll be able to correct any misunderstandings and have a good chance of acing your theory test the first time. Good luck!

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List of questions (classic view)

1. You are behind a lorry in traffic. Why should you stay a considerable distance behind this large vehicle?
2. Where would you see slanted red and yellow stripes?
3. Which road crossing has been designed for both cyclists and pedestrians?
4. You see a bus lane towards the left-hand side of the road. No signs indicate when it is in use. What does this mean?
5. You must NOT sound your horn
6. You are in the process of changing the engine oil in your car. How should you dispose of the old oil?
7. Why should your seat's head restraint be appropriately adjusted before you start your journey?
8. When should you check your vehicle's tyre pressures?
9. When you brake, your car seems to pull to one side. What should you do?
10. You are waiting for a passenger to join you in your car, but you are five minutes early. What should you do until the passenger arrives?
11. Which of the following will increase your stopping distance the most?
12. When you are driving on icy roads, which of the following measures will reduce the chance of your drive wheels spinning uncontrollably?
13. You're driving on a motorway, and the traffic is particularly busy. The vehicle directly behind your car is closer than the recommended time gap. What is the best way to reduce the chance of an accident?
14. On road surfaces that are icy or covered with fresh snow, stopping distances may be
15. What is the typical distance that it takes a car travelling at 60 mph to come to a stop?
16. As you start to turn left on an icy road, the rear of your car begins to slide towards the right. What should you do?
17. You are behind a cyclist who is indicating a right turn at the upcoming junction. What should you do?
18. You are overtaking a stationary bus. Why should you proceed with caution?
19. You have been on a course of medication for several days, and one of the side effects is drowsiness. You should drive only if
20. If you have been convicted of driving while unfit through drink (i.e., under the influence of alcohol), what will begin to cost more?
21. The pavement on the left-hand side of the road is closed for maintenance. You need to
22. You are planning to turn right at a junction, but parked cars are obscuring your view. How should you handle this situation?
23. The bright lights of the vehicle behind you are dazzling you. What should you do?
24. You are approaching a zebra crossing. A wheelchair user is waiting to cross the road. What should you do?
25. While nearing a mini-roundabout, you are keeping your eye on the lorry ahead. Although the driver is indicating to the left, the lorry is positioned on the right-hand side of the lane. What should you do?
26. It is more difficult to overtake lorries and other large vehicles than cars because
27. Compared with the stopping distance in dry weather, the stopping distance in heavy rain will probably be
28. Your journey is essential, but the weather is foggy and visibility is exceptionally poor. How should you handle this situation?
29. Which of the following factors will NOT affect the distance it takes for you to stop?
30. What additional measures were taken to improve safety in residential areas?
31. Whilst you are travelling on a motorway, the vehicle in front of you has its hazard lights switched on. What does this mean?
32. What should you do as soon as you have joined a three-lane motorway?
33. When are you allowed to reverse from a quiet side road into the main road?
34. When you reverse into a side road, when are passing motorists and pedestrians most at risk?
35. Besides pedestrians, which of the following road users can use a toucan crossing?
36. When red and amber are showing on a traffic light, it means that
37. When do you need to stop at a stop sign?
38. If another driver flashes his or her lights at you, it means that
39. The speed limit on narrow residential streets may be
40. Who has right of way when traffic lights are faulty?
41. What is the purpose of a circular sign with a blue background?
42. A circular red sign provides height in metres and feet. This is intended for vehicles that are
43. What does third-party insurance cover?
44. What is a SORN?
45. A cover note provided by insurers is
46. A toddler has been in a car accident and is not breathing. You need to give CPR and breathe into the child's mouth
47. If a motorcyclist is unconscious from an accident, the top priority is the person's
48. At the scene of an accident, any injured persons need to be looked after. If it is safe to do so, you should
49. Prior to travelling through a tunnel, you need to
50. If you plan to carry items on a roof rack, you should