How hard is a theory test in the UK 2025?

We've analyzed responses from hundreds of learners on Theorypass to identify the most challenging questions. Put simply, without studying, your odds to answer all questions correctly are just 1 in 3,800. This could explain the disappointing national theory test pass rate of 46.1%.

Is 46 out of 50 good on theory test 2025?

What is the UK theory test pass mark? The theory test pass mark is 86%. This means you need to score 43 out of 50 multiple-choice questions to pass this section of the test. You have 57 minutes to answer all of the questions in the multiple-choice test.

What does a UK theory test 2025 consist of?

The theory test for car and motorcycle drivers is made up of two parts taken at the same time - multiple choice and hazard perception. You must pass both parts of the test to get a test certificate.

Is the theory test changing in 2025?

The Driver Theory Test has been revised and the updated version went live on the 1st of July 2024. The changes made are to enhance your experience with new and improved images, updated and more relevant questions surrounding road safety and legislation.

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Incidents, accidents and emergencies

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Incidents, accidents and emergencies

Question 1 of 59

You're approaching a bridge that has no height restriction on it. What's the minimum height under the bridge?

3.6 metres (11 feet 10 inches)
4.4 metres (14 feet 5 inches)
4.8 metres (16 feet)
5 metres (16 feet 6 inches)

Explanation:

"The headroom under bridges in the UK is at least 5 metres (16 feet 6 inches), unless otherwise stated. Where the overhead clearance is arched, this headroom is normally only between the limits marked."

Incidents, accidents and emergencies

Question 1 of 59

You're approaching a bridge that has no height restriction on it. What's the minimum height under the bridge?

Question 2 of 59

What must you do if you're involved in a traffic incident?

Question 3 of 59

Your vehicle is involved in an incident where someone is injured. You don't produce your insurance certificate at the time. How soon must you report the incident to the police?

Question 4 of 59

You're at the scene of an incident. What does it mean if there's a plain orange rectangle displayed on one of the vehicles?

Question 5 of 59

You arrive at an incident where someone is suffering from severe burns. What should you do to help?

Question 6 of 59

You're waiting for the emergency services to arrive at the scene of an incident. A pedestrian's leg is bleeding heavily, but there's nothing embedded in the wound. What could you do to help?

Question 7 of 59

At the scene of an incident, an injured person is lying in a busy road. What's the first thing you should do to help?

Question 8 of 59

You're the first person to arrive at an incident where people are badly injured. What's the first thing you should do?

Question 9 of 59

You arrive at an incident where a motorcyclist is lying in the road, unconscious and bleeding. The area is safe and the emergency services have been called. What's the first priority when checking the rider?

Question 10 of 59

You arrive at the scene of an incident and someone is unconscious. What's the first thing you should do to help them?

Question 11 of 59

You've stopped at the scene of an incident where there are casualties. What should you do to help while waiting for the emergency services to arrive?

Question 12 of 59

You arrive at the scene of an incident where someone is injured. What should be given urgent priority?

Question 13 of 59

You're at the scene of an incident. How can you help someone suffering from shock?

Question 14 of 59

What should you do if you're the first person to arrive at the scene of an incident?

Question 15 of 59

There's been an incident. What can you do to help a driver who's suffering from shock?

Question 16 of 59

You arrive at the scene of an incident where a motorcyclist is lying in the middle of the road and unconscious. What's the first thing you should do?

Question 17 of 59

You're trying to resuscitate a casualty who isn't breathing. For how long should you continue compressions if they haven't started breathing again?

Question 18 of 59

When should you stop trying to resuscitate a casualty?

Question 19 of 59

You arrive at the scene of an incident. A casualty has an injured arm that's bleeding heavily. What could you do to help while waiting for the emergency services to arrive?

Question 20 of 59

You arrive at the scene of an incident. The emergency services have already been called. A pedestrian is bleeding heavily from a leg wound, but their leg isn't broken. What could you do to help them?

Question 21 of 59

At an incident, a casualty is unconscious but still breathing. Why would you move them?

Question 22 of 59

At an incident, you suspect a casualty has back injuries. What's the best way to help them?

Question 23 of 59

The area around an incident is safe. What's the best way to help an injured person?

Question 24 of 59

You're stopped by a police officer for a suspected motoring offence. Which document will you always be asked to produce?

Question 25 of 59

At the scene of an incident, a person has become hysterical. How should you calm them down?

Question 26 of 59

You're at an incident. Why may it be harmful to move a casualty?

Question 27 of 59

At the scene of a crash, a casualty is in contact with live electrical cables. What should you use to break the electrical connection?

Question 28 of 59

Where should you stand when using a motorway emergency telephone?

Question 29 of 59

Which type of fire extinguisher shouldn't be used on flammable liquids?

Question 30 of 59

Your vehicle breaks down on a motorway. What should you do if you can't get it fully onto the hard shoulder?

Question 31 of 59

Your engine catches fire. What should you do before attempting to put the fire out?

Question 32 of 59

What should you do before driving into a tunnel?

Question 33 of 59

What should you do when you drive into a tunnel?

Question 34 of 59

What should you do before entering a tunnel?

Question 35 of 59

You're driving through a congested tunnel. What should you do if you have to stop?

Question 36 of 59

You're driving through a tunnel. What should you do if your vehicle breaks down?

Question 37 of 59

Your vehicle catches fire while you're driving through a tunnel. What should you do if the vehicle can still be driven?

Question 38 of 59

What should you do when you're driving through a tunnel in heavy traffic?

Question 39 of 59

A vehicle has rolled over and caught fire. The driver's hands and arms have been burned. How could you help the driver?

Question 40 of 59