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Free timed mock with fifty multiple-choice questions, the same pass mark as the DVSA car test.
Free mock theory test hub
A mock theory test lets you rehearse the multiple-choice exam before you sit the real thing at a test centre. Pick your licence type below. Each tool uses the right question count, timer and pass mark for that vehicle.
✓ No signup required ✓ Free forever ✓ Car, bike, lorry, bus and ADI options
Choose a free mock test
Multiple-choice practice is not the same as the official DVSA question bank, but it follows the same topics and timing for each licence type.
Multiple-choice questions
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Motorcycles
Mock test for motorbike learners with fifty questions and instant explanations.
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Lorries (LGV and HGV)
Practice for large goods vehicle theory with a longer question set and higher pass mark.
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Buses and coaches (PCV)
Mock theory test for passenger carrying vehicle licences.
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Driving instructors (ADI)
Multiple-choice practice for approved driving instructor candidates.
On this hub you can open a free mock theory test for cars (50 questions, 57 minutes, 43 to pass), motorcycles, lorries, buses or driving instructors. If you are learning to drive a car, use the car mock theory test page to start the timed run.
Last updated: October 2026. Practice only; not an official DVSA product.
Hazard perception test
Practise with image-based scenarios that show how developing hazards are scored.
Take hazard perception practiceWhat you will find on this mock theory test hub
Learners search for a mock theory test when they want exam conditions without paying for another sitting. This page groups every multiple-choice mock we publish. You choose the vehicle, open the dedicated page, then run a timed test with instant marking.
The Theory Mock homepage links here for anyone who is not sure which licence they need. If you already know you are going for a car licence, you can skip straight to the car mock theory test.
Compare mock theory tests by licence
Formats differ. Use the table to match the mock to the test you will sit. Full pass mark detail are listed in the table below.
| Licence | Questions | Time | Pass mark | Start |
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| Car | 50 | 57 min | 43 / 50 | Car mock theory test |
| Motorcycle | 50 | 57 min | 43 / 50 | Motorcycle mock |
| LGV / HGV | 100 | 115 min | 85 / 100 | HGV mock |
| PCV (bus / coach) | 100 | 115 min | 85 / 100 | PCV mock |
| ADI (instructor) | 100 | 90 min | 85 / 100 | ADI mock |
How a mock theory test fits your revision week
Short topic quizzes are fine for learning signs, but they do not train you to pace yourself. A full mock forces you to manage fifty questions and a running clock, which is where many learners stumble on test day.
- Read the Highway Code and any DVSA revision material you already own.
- Run one timed mock theory test (or the mock for your licence) mid-week to find weak topics.
- Drill signs and motorway rules, then try hazard perception practice so both parts of the real visit feel familiar.
- Book the real exam on gov.uk when you are scoring above the pass mark more than once.
Mock theory test vs the official DVSA exam
The real test happens at an approved centre on DVSA systems. You must pass multiple choice and hazard perception in the same visit. A free mock theory test on Theory Mock copies the shape of the multiple-choice paper (question count, timing, pass mark) but uses original practice questions.
We do not stream official hazard clips. Pair this hub with our hazard tool and with show me tell me questions for the practical test when that guide is published. Those are separate skills, but instructors expect you to know them before your driving test.
About the UK theory test
The driving theory test is the touchscreen exam you take before the practical test. For cars it is 50 multiple-choice questions in up to 57 minutes, then hazard perception. You need 43 out of 50 on the questions and 44 out of 75 on hazard clips for a standard car licence. Northern Ireland follows a different booking route; check nidirect if you test there.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a mock theory test?
A mock theory test is a timed practice run that copies the layout of the real DVSA multiple-choice exam for your licence type. You answer under time pressure, then check your score. It is revision, not the live test at a centre.
Are these mock theory tests free?
Yes. Open the mock for your licence type on Theory Mock and start without an account or payment. We do not ask for card details.
Which mock theory test should I take for a car licence?
Use our car mock theory test: 50 questions, 57 minutes, and 43 out of 50 to pass the multiple-choice section. You still need a separate hazard perception test on the day.
How many questions are in a car mock theory test?
The car multiple-choice test uses 50 questions. Lorries, buses and ADI candidates face longer papers with higher pass marks. Each card in the menu above shows the format for that licence.
Do motorcycle and car mock theory tests use the same questions?
Many road rules overlap, but motorcycle, HGV and other tests add vehicle-specific topics. Always pick the mock that matches the licence you are applying for.
Can I practise hazard perception here?
This hub focuses on multiple-choice mocks. For developing hazards, use our image-based hazard perception practice. It is not the official DVSA video clips, but it explains how scoring works.
Is this the official DVSA theory test?
No. Theory Mock is independent practice. We are not affiliated with DVSA or gov.uk. Question wording is original; it is not the live DVSA bank.
When should I book the real theory test?
Book through gov.uk when you are scoring comfortably above the pass mark on mocks, not after one lucky run. Check fees and steps on gov.uk before you pay.