UK Theory Test 2026

Our mock theory test for UK learner drivers is crafted to be an excellent alternative to the actual DVSA exam, following the same question format and scoring system.

To pass, you’ll need to answer 43 out of 50 multiple-choice questions correctly, just like in the real exam. However, we’ve removed the 57-minute time limit to allow you to practice at your own pace, focus on understanding each question, and remember the right answers.

If you’re unsure of a response, don’t worry—each question comes with a helpful hint to guide you.

Our tests can be taken as many times as you’d like, with questions and answers shuffled each time you start a new session, so you’ll get a fresh practice experience with every attempt.

Use this mock test to build confidence, reinforce your knowledge, and feel fully prepared for your DVSA theory test. Good luck, and enjoy the journey to becoming a safe and skilled driver!

Although you are travelling on a well-lit road in a busy area, you should use dipped headlights. Why?

So you can alternate to full headlights faster

So you can accelerate and get to your destination faster

So you can see further ahead

So you are visible to other road users

Correct! Wrong!

Cars and other vehicles can harm the environment in the following ways. Which one of these statements is false?

It takes longer to get to work in the morning

Buildings can become damaged

Air becomes more polluted

Natural resources are depleting

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following factors is most likely to lead to a crash?

Low levels of battery water

Low levels of brake fluid

Low levels of anti-freeze

Low levels of radiator coolant

Correct! Wrong!

The only reason your horn should be used while you are stationary is if:

You need to alert someone that you have just arrived

A moving vehicle is placing you in danger

There is only sound briefly

There is no reason, it should not be used in any situation

Correct! Wrong!

After travelling through deep water that has gathered on a road surface, you should:

Slow your speed, and apply a little pressure on your brakes simultaneously

Stop using the brakes altogether for several kilometres

Increase your speed for a prolonged period of time

Pull over and don't use the vehicle for 60 minutes so the brakes can return to normal

Correct! Wrong!

A disadvantage of installing a roof rack on top of your car is:

The dog gets some fresh air

The vehicle will be easier to handle on the road

The speed of your car will be enhanced

The quantities of fuel the car consumes can be increased

Correct! Wrong!

You are about to start a journey, but there is snow or ice on your vehicle. Which area of the car DOESN'T need to be cleared of ice or snow?

All windows

All mirrors

Your licence plate

The bumper of the vehicle

Correct! Wrong!

What is the main consequence of using your fog lights when visibility is good during the day?

It can wear down your battery

Other drivers could be dazzled by the light

Your visibility will be greatly enhanced

Your awareness could be enhanced

Correct! Wrong!

You are at the scene of a collision where somebody is unconscious in their car. The emergency services need to be contacted:

Once you have performed a check for broken bones

Immediately

Only if absolutely necessary

Once you have woken them

Correct! Wrong!

What is the purpose of a right-hand lane when you are on a three-lane motorway?

For making a right turn

For use by lorry drivers only

For accelerating

For overtaking motorists in other lanes

Correct! Wrong!

You pull up at a puffin crossing with a red light. Pedestrians are currently using the crossing. The light remains red until:

The pedestrians have safely reached the pavement on the other side of the road

The pedestrians using the crossing are no longer in front of your car

You drive the car onto the puffin crossing gradually

An oncoming driver on the other side of the road has also made a stop in front of the crossing

Correct! Wrong!

The vehicle behind you has a flashing green light on the roof. This signals that the driver is:

Gritting the road

A medical professional attending to an urgent call

A policeman in an unmarked car on an assignment that isn't time sensitive

A patrol officer monitoring road safety

Correct! Wrong!

When at crossroads that do not have markings, who has priority?

Nobody

The fastest vehicles

The largest vehicles

The smallest vehicles

Correct! Wrong!

How can you prevent your brakes from overheating and get the engine to assist with braking while going down the hill?

By entering into reverse

By entering a gear that's lower

By entering into neutral

By entering a gear that's higher

Correct! Wrong!

Signs with brown backgrounds are used to show:

Diversions

Routes of nearby motorways

A roads

Directions to tourist attractions

Correct! Wrong!

What does a red traffic light indicate?

You can turn left if there is no road traffic or pedestrians ahead

That all vehicles must stop and stay behind the stop line

You need to prepare to stop

You can continue if there is no road traffic or pedestrians ahead

Correct! Wrong!

The actions of another driver has upset you. It can help if you:

Stop for a while, and take a short break

Flash them a rude hand gesture

Follow their vehicle

Swear at them through your window

Correct! Wrong!

If preparing to join a motorway, why do you need to use all available space on the slip road?

You can accelerate to a speed similar to that of the traffic currently on the motorway

Because you can easily make a U-turn if you've gone the wrong way

It will allow you to drive on the hard shoulder

You can immediately enter the lanes designed for overtaking

Correct! Wrong!

A two-year-old child is travelling in the car. Which of the following is the most suitable restraint for their needs?

Sitting on a responsible adult's lap

No seatbelt at all

A seatbelt at all times

A child seat

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following vehicles has the lowest chance of being moved by crosswinds?

Lorry drivers

Car users

Cyclists

Motorcycle users

Correct! Wrong!

You are driving up to traffic lights. Only the amber light is lit. Which lights will come on next?

Only the green light

Both red and amber

Only the red light

Both amber and green

Correct! Wrong!

Which type of vehicle may have to use an unconventional course when driving on a roundabout?

4x4s

Motorcycles

Longer vehicles

Convertibles

Correct! Wrong!

When should hazard lights be activated while you are driving?

On narrow country roads where animals are present

When you are approaching a toucan crossing, with bike users waiting to cross

On motorways and dual carriageways to warn motorists behind you of hazards ahead

As an alternative to beeping your horn

Correct! Wrong!

When travelling through a busy tunnel, you need to:

Save space by closing the gap between you and the vehicle ahead

Ignore warning signs, they probably haven't been updated

Turn around and find an alternative route

Keep a safe distance between your car and the vehicle in front

Correct! Wrong!

What is the main reason for exercising caution when driving in an area where there is a tram network?

Because trams do not have exterior lights

Because they cannot brake if a car is in their way

Because they cannot sound a horn

Because they cannot swerve and change direction

Correct! Wrong!

While driving in the town centre, you notice that there is a stationary bus located at the bus stop on the other side of the road. You should exercise greater caution because:

The bus could remain in the same position

The bus may begin to move without warning

The bus may have a mechanical fault and could be broken down

Pedestrians may attempt to cross the road from behind the vehicle

Correct! Wrong!

Coasting - or driving for prolonged periods of time in neutral - means:

The driver of the vehicle has less control*

The vehicle consumes more fuel than usual

The vehicle's steering wheel is easier to use

The driver of the vehicle has more control

Correct! Wrong!

What is the main purpose of an Emergency Refuge Area?

Parking for emergency services

It gives you the ability to use mobile phone freely

It gives you greater distance from the motorway after an emergency or a breakdown

An escape from traffic queues

Correct! Wrong!

What is the one thing that alcohol WON'T do if consumed before you travel?

Improve how quickly you react to hazards

Impair your ability to react to hazards

Impair your judgment on how fast you are travelling

Provide a false sense of confidence behind the wheel

Correct! Wrong!

While you are stationary at a pelican crossing, a person in a wheelchair is making their way to the other side slowly. The traffic lights have since turned green. You should:

Edge forward onto the crossing gradually

Beep the horn

Wait until they have crossed the road safely

Drive once they have passed your car

Correct! Wrong!

Which one of the following statistics about driving smoothly is true?

The time it takes to make journeys falls by 15%

The amount of fuel the car consumes rises by 15%

The amount of fuel the car consumes falls by 15%

The time it takes to make journeys rises by 15%

Correct! Wrong!

You are driving on a road with a wet surface. What is the main reason for a motorcyclist steering around a drain cover?

Pedestrians won't be splashed with rainwater

It will prevent punctures in their tyres

It will help them to prepare for the bend ahead

It will stop the motorcyclist from sliding uncontrollably

Correct! Wrong!

What should you do when overtaking horse riders?

Keep your distance, but drive past quickly

Keep a short distance between the horse and your vehicle, driving quickly

Slow your speed and keep as much distance between your vehicle and the horse as possible

Sound the horn once as a warning

Correct! Wrong!

While driving on a motorway after heavy rain, you encounter surface spray. You should utilise:

Your headlights, dipped

Your sidelights

The hazard lights

The fog lights found towards the back end of the car

Correct! Wrong!

The main benefit of the Pass Plus scheme is:

It means you can begin to supervise other learner drivers

It can give a newly-qualified driver more experience

It can make insurance free

It can prevent the chances of a car breaking down

Correct! Wrong!

You decide to activate your frontal fog lights, as visibility ahead is less than 100m. You need to remember to:

Don't activate them if you are driving on a motorway

Deactivate them once visibility has improved

Only activate them when travelling on a dual carriageway

Only activate them when there is plenty of traffic around

Correct! Wrong!

What is the minimum age for someone to supervise a person who is learning to drive?

Correct! Wrong!

Following on from a car collision, the driver is suffering from shock. You should:

Ask for all of the details about what happened

Give them a drink

Give them a cigarette

Calm them down, and reassure them that everything is fine

Correct! Wrong!

You don't have time to remove your sat nav, car radio and suitcase from your vehicle. What should you do?

Park near the entrance of a school

Lock them away out of view

Park where there is a bus stop nearby

Place them in a plastic bag

Correct! Wrong!

Some road signs give orders. All, with the exception of the STOP and GIVE WAY signs, are which shape and colour?

A blue rectangle

A red circle

A red triangle

A green rectangle

Correct! Wrong!

While driving in the left lane down a motorway with three lanes, more cars are joining from a slip road. You need to:

Activate your hazard lights

Continue at the same speed

Accelerate and race other drivers

Indicate and move into the middle lane if it is safe to do so

Correct! Wrong!

You are driving on a narrow road in the countryside, and are about to overtake a cyclist. When passing them, what should you do?

Drive quickly, and beep your horn at them while overtaking

Drive slowly, and beep your horn at them while overtaking

Drive past as quickly and with care, with plenty of space between you and the cyclist

Drive past slowly and with care, with plenty of space between you and the cyclist

Correct! Wrong!

You are driving down a narrow country road. There is a left-hand bend ahead. The main hazards to remain aware of are:

Obstructions

All of the above

That pedestrians could be walking in the direction of your car

Oncoming vehicles

Correct! Wrong!

If you sustain a puncture on the motorway, you need to:

Come to a complete stop in the lane you are travelling in

Pull over onto the hard shoulder, and call for help

Pull over onto the hard shoulder, and change the tire yourself

Continue to drive slowly until the next service station

Correct! Wrong!

Which of the following is the ONLY one allowed to use the motorway?

cyclists

Skateboards

Tractors

cars being driven by learner if you are accompanied by an approved driving instructor

Correct! Wrong!

While travelling on a wet road surface, you need to make an emergency stop. What should you do?

Wave your arm to alert other road users

Ensure both of your hands remain on the steering wheel

Enter into reverse

Honk your horn

Correct! Wrong!

Out of the four measures here, which has the greatest chance of stopping a thief from taking your vehicle?

Blacked-out windows

Steering wheel locks

Sun screens

An immobilising device

Correct! Wrong!

The solid line running down the left-hand side of the carriageway is used to indicate:

That there are traffic lights ahead

That there is a footpath ahead

That there is a cycle path ahead

That this is the edge of the carriageway

Correct! Wrong!

What is the main warning sign that your car is aquaplaning?

The steering of your car is heavier than usual

The engine is stalling regularly

The steering of your car is lighter than usual

More noise is being emitted from the engine

Correct! Wrong!

While planning to overtake a cyclist, there needs to be as much distance as possible between them and your vehicle. This is mainly because:

The cyclist may disembark

The cyclist could increase their speed

They might be planning to turn to the left

The cyclist may need to swerve at short notice

Correct! Wrong!

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UK Theory Test 2026

Although you are travelling on a well-lit road in a busy area, you should use dipped headlights. Why?

Cars and other vehicles can harm the environment in the following ways. Which one of these statements is false?

Which of the following factors is most likely to lead to a crash?

The only reason your horn should be used while you are stationary is if:

After travelling through deep water that has gathered on a road surface, you should:

A disadvantage of installing a roof rack on top of your car is:

You are about to start a journey, but there is snow or ice on your vehicle. Which area of the car DOESN'T need to be cleared of ice or snow?

What is the main consequence of using your fog lights when visibility is good during the day?

You are at the scene of a collision where somebody is unconscious in their car. The emergency services need to be contacted:

What is the purpose of a right-hand lane when you are on a three-lane motorway?

You pull up at a puffin crossing with a red light. Pedestrians are currently using the crossing. The light remains red until:

The vehicle behind you has a flashing green light on the roof. This signals that the driver is:

When at crossroads that do not have markings, who has priority?

How can you prevent your brakes from overheating and get the engine to assist with braking while going down the hill?

Signs with brown backgrounds are used to show:

What does a red traffic light indicate?

The actions of another driver has upset you. It can help if you:

If preparing to join a motorway, why do you need to use all available space on the slip road?

A two-year-old child is travelling in the car. Which of the following is the most suitable restraint for their needs?

Which of the following vehicles has the lowest chance of being moved by crosswinds?

You are driving up to traffic lights. Only the amber light is lit. Which lights will come on next?

Which type of vehicle may have to use an unconventional course when driving on a roundabout?

When should hazard lights be activated while you are driving?

When travelling through a busy tunnel, you need to:

What is the main reason for exercising caution when driving in an area where there is a tram network?

While driving in the town centre, you notice that there is a stationary bus located at the bus stop on the other side of the road. You should exercise greater caution because:

Coasting - or driving for prolonged periods of time in neutral - means:

What is the main purpose of an Emergency Refuge Area?

What is the one thing that alcohol WON'T do if consumed before you travel?

While you are stationary at a pelican crossing, a person in a wheelchair is making their way to the other side slowly. The traffic lights have since turned green. You should:

Which one of the following statistics about driving smoothly is true?

You are driving on a road with a wet surface. What is the main reason for a motorcyclist steering around a drain cover?

What should you do when overtaking horse riders?

While driving on a motorway after heavy rain, you encounter surface spray. You should utilise:

The main benefit of the Pass Plus scheme is:

You decide to activate your frontal fog lights, as visibility ahead is less than 100m. You need to remember to:

What is the minimum age for someone to supervise a person who is learning to drive?

Following on from a car collision, the driver is suffering from shock. You should:

You don't have time to remove your sat nav, car radio and suitcase from your vehicle. What should you do?

Some road signs give orders. All, with the exception of the STOP and GIVE WAY signs, are which shape and colour?

While driving in the left lane down a motorway with three lanes, more cars are joining from a slip road. You need to:

You are driving on a narrow road in the countryside, and are about to overtake a cyclist. When passing them, what should you do?

You are driving down a narrow country road. There is a left-hand bend ahead. The main hazards to remain aware of are:

If you sustain a puncture on the motorway, you need to:

Which of the following is the ONLY one allowed to use the motorway?

While travelling on a wet road surface, you need to make an emergency stop. What should you do?

Out of the four measures here, which has the greatest chance of stopping a thief from taking your vehicle?

The solid line running down the left-hand side of the carriageway is used to indicate:

What is the main warning sign that your car is aquaplaning?

While planning to overtake a cyclist, there needs to be as much distance as possible between them and your vehicle. This is mainly because:

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