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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Road and traffic signs

Question 1 of 82

You're driving a lorry with a maximum authorised mass of 38 tonnes on a single carriageway road in England. What's the speed limit for your vehicle after passing this sign?

www.drivingtheorytest.uk - DVSA Driving Theory Test UK Online - You're driving a lorry with a maximum authorised mass of 38 tonnes on a single carriageway road in England. What's the speed limit for your vehicle after passing this sign? - 40 mph

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Explanation:

"The national speed limit for a goods vehicle exceeding 7.5 tonnes on a single carriageway road in England and Wales is 50 mph. In Scotland, the limit is 40 mph. The national speed limit varies for different vehicle categories. You must know the limit that applies to the vehicle you're driving."
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Road and traffic signs

Question 1 of 82

You're driving a lorry with a maximum authorised mass of 38 tonnes on a single carriageway road in England. What's the speed limit for your vehicle after passing this sign?

Question 2 of 82

You're driving a laden articulated lorry with a maximum authorised mass of 38 tonnes on a dual carriageway in England. What speed limit applies to your vehicle after passing this sign?

Question 3 of 82

You're driving an articulated lorry. What should you do when you see this sign?

Question 4 of 82

Which of these signs means you can't drive your lorry past this point?

Question 5 of 82

You're driving a lorry 30 feet long and towing a trailer 15 feet long. What should you do when you see this sign?

Question 6 of 82

You're driving a lorry that's carrying a heavy load. What should you be prepared to do when you see this sign ahead?

Question 7 of 82

You're on a motorway. Your lorry has a maximum authorised mass of more than 7.5 tonnes. What does this sign mean to you?

Question 8 of 82

What's the national speed limit on a motorway for a lorry weighing over 7.5 tonnes?

Question 9 of 82

When must these two signs be used?

Question 10 of 82

You're driving a lorry weighing more than 7.5 tonnes on a motorway. What does this sign mean?

Question 11 of 82

You're driving a lorry weighing more than 7.5 tonnes on a dual carriageway in England. What does this sign mean?

Question 12 of 82

You're driving a lorry weighing more than 7.5 tonnes on a single carriageway road in England. What does this sign mean?

Question 13 of 82

What's prohibited when a Red Route is in operation?

Question 14 of 82

What does this sign mean?

Question 15 of 82

Which sign means 'No stopping'?

Question 16 of 82

What does this sign mean?

Question 17 of 82

At a junction, you see this sign partly covered by snow. What does it mean?

Question 18 of 82

What does this sign mean?

Question 19 of 82

Which of these signs means turn left ahead?

Question 20 of 82

What does this sign mean?

Question 21 of 82

Which of these signs means that you're entering a one-way street?

Question 22 of 82

What does this sign mean?

Question 23 of 82

Which hazard would be shown in a triangular road sign?

Question 24 of 82

Which sign means that pedestrians may be walking along the road?

Question 25 of 82

What does this sign mean?

Question 26 of 82

What does this traffic sign mean?

Question 27 of 82

What should you do if you see this sign when you're about to overtake?

Question 28 of 82

What does this sign mean?

Question 29 of 82

You see this traffic light ahead. Which light or lights will come on next?

Question 30 of 82

Where would you find these flashing red lights?

Question 31 of 82

You're driving through roadworks. What information does this sign give you?

Question 32 of 82

What does this sign mean?

Question 33 of 82

You're driving on a motorway and there's no traffic ahead. You see this sign. Which lane should you use?

Question 34 of 82

Which of these signs shows an uphill gradient?

Question 35 of 82

Which of these signs means 'uneven road'?

Question 36 of 82

What are these advanced stop lines for?

Question 37 of 82

What does this arm signal mean?

Question 38 of 82

What does this motorway sign mean?

Question 39 of 82

What does this sign warn of?

Question 40 of 82