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Driving Licence
The Theory Test
The theory test is made up of two parts; multiple choice and hazard perception.
The Theory Test
Hazard Perception
The Practical Driving Test
This will include an eyesight test (if you fail this, your test will not continue). You'll also be asked two vehicle safety questions. These are also known as the 'show me, tell me' questions. You’ll be asked the ‘tell me’ question at the start of your test, before you start driving and the ‘show me’ question while you’re driving answer one or both questions answered incorrectly will result in one driving fault being recorded. You’ll drive in various road and traffic conditions, but not on motorways. The examiner will give you directions that you should follow.
You’ll be asked to pull over and pull away during your test, including:
The examiner will ask you to do one of the following exercises:
You’ll have to drive independently for about 20 minutes by following either:
You may also be asked to carry out an emergency stop exercise. A standard driving test takes about 40 minutes.
You can make up to 15 driving faults and still pass the test (16 or more results in failure). However, if you commit one serious or dangerous fault you will fail the test. If at any time your examiner considers you to be a danger to other road users your test will be stopped.
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