Q: How hard is a theory test in the UK 2026?

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%.

Q: Is 46 out of 50 good on theory test 2026?

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.

Q: What does a UK theory test 2026 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.

Q: Is the theory test changing in 2026?

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.

Question 1

Youre on a motorway at night When may you have your headlights switched off

Accepted Answer

When your motorcycle is broken down on the hard shoulder

Question 2

What should you do if youre being followed by an ambulance showing flashing blue lights

Accepted Answer

Pull over as soon as its safe to do so

Question 3

You see these double white lines along the centre of the road When may you park on the left

Accepted Answer

To pick up or set down passengers

Question 4

What should you test when youve just ridden through shallow flood water

Accepted Answer

The brakes

Question 5

The fluid level in your battery is low What fluid should you use to top it up

Accepted Answer

Distilled water

Question 6

Youre riding a motorcycle on a single carriageway road What should your road position allow

Accepted Answer

Drivers at junctions ahead to see you approaching

Question 7

Youve just gone through flood water What should you do to make sure your brakes are working properly

Accepted Answer

Go slowly while gently applying the brakes

Question 8

Which sign means there will be twoway traffic crossing your route ahead

Accepted Answer

Question 9

What will happen if you ride with your clutch lever pulled in for longer than is necessary

Accepted Answer

It will reduce your control of the motorcycle

Question 10

Whats the purpose of these road markings

Accepted Answer

To ensure children can see and be seen when theyre crossing the road

Question 11

What should you do when youre passing loose sheep on the road

Accepted Answer

Go very slowly

Question 12

Youre riding on a wet road How should you use the brakes in these conditions

Accepted Answer

Apply the front brake just before the rear brake

Question 13

Youre riding towards a zebra crossing What should you do if pedestrians are waiting to cross

Accepted Answer

Slow down and prepare to stop

Question 14

A horse rider is in the lefthand lane approaching a roundabout Where should you expect the rider to go

Accepted Answer

In any direction

Question 15

Youre riding towards a zebra crossing What should you do if theres a person in a wheelchair waiting to cross

Accepted Answer

Be prepared to stop

Question 16

A police officer asks to see your documents You dont have them with you How many days do you have to produce them at a police station

Accepted Answer

7 days

Question 17

What items should you carry in a motorcycle top box

Accepted Answer

Lightweight items

Question 18

At an incident someone is suffering from severe burns How could you help them

Accepted Answer

Douse the burns with clean cool water

Question 19

What should you check when you fit a sidecar to your motorcycle

Accepted Answer

That the sidecar is correctly aligned

Question 20

Youre on a country road What should you expect to see coming towards you on your side of the road

Accepted Answer

Pedestrians

Question 21

How should you position yourself when you use the emergency telephone on a motorway

Accepted Answer

Face the oncoming traffic

Question 22

Which diagram shows a hazard warning line

Accepted Answer

Question 23

What effect will a sidecar have when its fitted to your motorcycle

Accepted Answer

It will increase the stopping distance

Question 24

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

End of motorway

Question 25

What should you do if you see a pedestrian waiting at a zebra crossing

Accepted Answer

Be ready to slow down or stop to let them cross

Question 26

Youre approaching a crossroads What should you do if the traffic lights have failed

Accepted Answer

Be prepared to stop for any traffic

Question 27

Whats the purpose of a catalytic converter

Accepted Answer

To reduce harmful exhaust gases

Question 28

When should you use your motorcycles engine cutout switch

Accepted Answer

When you want to stop the engine in an emergency

Question 29

A drivers behaviour has upset you How can you get over this incident safely

Accepted Answer

Stop and take a break

Question 30

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

No overtaking

Question 31

At traffic lights what does it mean when the amber light shows on its own

Accepted Answer

Stop at the stop line

Question 32

Why should you reduce your speed when youre driving or riding in fog

Accepted Answer

Its more difficult to see whats ahead

Question 33

What action should you take when you see flashing amber lights under a school warning sign

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed until youre clear of the area

Question 34

Which type of glasses shouldnt be worn when riding at night

Accepted Answer

Tinted

Question 35

What do you need before you can take a practical motorcycle test

Accepted Answer

A valid compulsory basic training CBT certificate

Question 36

Youre approaching an unmarked crossroads How should you deal with the junction

Accepted Answer

Slow down and look both ways

Question 37

What should you do when you park at night on a road that has a 40 mph speed limit

Accepted Answer

Leave parking lights switched on

Question 38

Youve been waiting for some time to make a right turn into a side road What should you do just before you start turning

Accepted Answer

Make a lifesaver check

Question 39

When should you use your motorcycles engine cutout switch

Accepted Answer

When you want to stop the engine in an emergency

Question 40

Your motorcycle has a chain drive What should you check after refitting the motorcycles rear wheel

Accepted Answer

The wheel alignment

Question 41

Youre using throwover saddlebags Why is it important to make sure theyre evenly loaded

Accepted Answer

Uneven loads can make the motorcycle unstable

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Mock Test 9

You're on a motorway at night. When may you have your headlights switched off?

What should you do if you're being followed by an ambulance showing flashing blue lights?

You see these double white lines along the centre of the road. When may you park on the left?

What should you test when you've just ridden through shallow flood water?

The fluid level in your battery is low. What fluid should you use to top it up?

You’re riding a motorcycle on a single carriageway road. What should your road position allow?

You’ve just gone through flood water. What should you do to make sure your brakes are working properly?

Which sign means there will be two-way traffic crossing your route ahead?

What will happen if you ride with your clutch lever pulled in for longer than is necessary?

What's the purpose of these road markings?

What should you do when you're passing loose sheep on the road?

You're riding on a wet road. How should you use the brakes in these conditions?

You're riding towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if pedestrians are waiting to cross?

A horse rider is in the left-hand lane approaching a roundabout. Where should you expect the rider to go?

You're riding towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if there's a person in a wheelchair waiting to cross?

A police officer asks to see your documents. You don't have them with you. How many days do you have to produce them at a police station?

What items should you carry in a motorcycle top box?

At an incident, someone is suffering from severe burns. How could you help them?

What should you check when you fit a sidecar to your motorcycle?

You're on a country road. What should you expect to see coming towards you on your side of the road?

How should you position yourself when you use the emergency telephone on a motorway?

Which diagram shows a hazard warning line?

What effect will a sidecar have when it's fitted to your motorcycle?

What does this sign mean?

What should you do if you see a pedestrian waiting at a zebra crossing?

You're approaching a crossroads. What should you do if the traffic lights have failed?

What's the purpose of a catalytic converter?

When should you use your motorcycle's engine cut-out switch?

A driver’s behaviour has upset you. How can you get over this incident safely?

What does this sign mean?

At traffic lights, what does it mean when the amber light shows on its own?

Why should you reduce your speed when you're driving or riding in fog?

What action should you take when you see flashing amber lights under a school warning sign?

Which type of glasses shouldn't be worn when riding at night?

What do you need before you can take a practical motorcycle test?

You're approaching an unmarked crossroads. How should you deal with the junction?

What should you do when you park at night on a road that has a 40 mph speed limit?

You've been waiting for some time to make a right turn into a side road. What should you do just before you start turning?

When should you use your motorcycle's engine cut-out switch?

Your motorcycle has a chain drive. What should you check after refitting the motorcycle's rear wheel?

You're using throwover saddlebags. Why is it important to make sure they're evenly loaded?

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