Theory & Hazard Perception Test
Theory
This part of the test lasts 57 minutes and is made up of 50 multiple choice questions, covering different aspects of driving and other related matters, the pass mark is 43. 
Most of the required information can be found in the Highway Code and the book Essential Driving Skills, published by the Driving Standards Agency.
Hazard Perception Test
The second section of the test, comprising 14 video clips, measures ability to detect hazards. Thirteen of the clips contain a single hazard and one contains two.
Both parts of the theory test must be passed on the same day and you must pass them before applying for the practical driving test.
Safety Checks
The eyesight check
You will be required to read a vehicle registration number plate at a distance of approximately 20.5 meters in order to continue with the test.
Vehicle Safety checks
This part of the test - sometimes known as show me/tell me - requires the candidate to carry out basic safety checks on the vehicle. There are two questions to answer correctly.
Practical Driving test
A full description of the practical driving test and what the driving examiners are looking for can be seen by visiting the Driving Standards Agency website.
This part of the driving test is approximately 35-40 minutes in length. It requires you to show that you have a sound knowledge of the Highway Code as well as the ability to drive on various types of road and conditions.
Two slow reversing manoeuvres are tested and you may also be asked to carry out an emergency stop.
To be successful in this practical driving test, you must not commit more than 15 minor driving faults.
The documents you will require are:
- Both parts of your provisional licence (photocard and paper counter document) If you have the old type paper licence you will also have to bring a valid passport. No other form of photo identification will be accepted.
- Booking form or reference number.
- Theory test pass certificate (for the practical test).
Cancellations for either the theory or practical test require three working days’ notice.
Test fees
Details of current test fees and other useful information can be found on the government's DSA website.
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