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Freedom Driving School - Test Info
The Theory Test
The theory test is made up of two parts taken via a computer at a theory test centre local to you. The first part is a multiple choice test. There are 50 questions asked (one at a time) and forty three of these must be answered correctly in order to pass this part of the test. You answer by just touching the screen over the correct answer.
You may return to any of the questions and change any answers you wish to in the 57mins time scale you are allotted for this part of the theory test.
The Hazard Perception Test
This is the second part of the test and consists of 14 individual video clips, 13 clips contain one major developing hazard and one clip contains two. This part of the test is to assess your ability to see the hazardous situations and your response to these hazards. You identify them by clicking the mouse; the quicker you respond, the higher the mark. You must obtain a mark 44 out of a possible 75 to pass this part of the test.
You can book online at the DSA Online Booking Service or phone 0300 200 1122. Have your licence number and credit card details with you. If you do not have a credit/debit card you can apply by post with an application form obtained from your local theory or practical test centre. Alternatively you can book over the internet.
The Practical Test
Your practical test will last around 45 minutes - during which time you will need to demonstrate that you can drive with confidence, competence and common-sense in a variety of driving situations. Before starting the driving part of your test, your examiner will ask you some driving related questions. These are known as Show me – Tell me questions.
During the test you may need to call upon anything, or everything, that your instructor teaches you and will be asked to carry out at least 2 of the reversing manoeuvres. In addition, you may be asked to carry out a controlled (emergency) stop.
In order to pass the test you must make no more than 15 minor driving errors and make no serious or dangerous errors. I will be able to advise you when you are ready for the test and will help you with any known difficulties you may encounter.
