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Car practice theory tests

Each test contains 50 multiple-choice questions. The pass mark is 43 out of 50.

Motorcycle practice theory tests

Each test contains 50 multiple-choice questions. The pass mark is 43 out of 50.

Large goods vehicle (LGV) practice theory tests

Each practice LGV test contains 50 multiple-choice questions. The real LGV test has 100 questions, and the pass mark is 85 out of 100.

Passenger carrying vehicle (PCV) practice theory tests

Each practice PCV test contains 50 multiple-choice questions. The real PCV test has 100 questions, and the pass mark is 85 out of 100.

How to use this service

The practice test screens look similar to the theory test you will take at the test centre.

You cannot practise the hazard perception part with these tests.

To find out more about how the theory test works, click on the link below.

• The theory test explained (motoring section)

To use the practice tests, you must have Adobe Flash 9 or later installed on your computer. If you do not have Adobe Flash, you can download the latest version from the Adobe website.

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Official learning materials

iPhone apps

Find out about the official DSA theory test iPhone apps

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DSA publishes a wide range of official learning materials to help you prepare for your theory test. These include:

• downloads
• iPhone apps
• DVDs
• CD-ROMs
• books

These are available from DSA's official TSO bookstore online, or from most high street and online bookstores.

• How to prepare for your theory test

Study the Highway Code

The Highway Code is essential reading if you want to learn to drive or ride. Many of the rules in it are a legal requirement, which means you are breaking the law if you do not follow them.

• Highway Code

More useful links

• Book your driving theory test online

• Driving theory test (motoring section)

• Learner and new drivers (motoring section)