Free car mock theory test (50 questions)
Use this car mock theory test to rehearse the multiple-choice part of the UK driving theory exam. Fifty questions, up to 57 minutes, pass mark 43 out of 50. Tap start when you want exam conditions.
✓ No signup ✓ Same format as the DVSA car test ✓ Instant score and explanations
Before you start
- Find a quiet spot. The timer runs continuously.
- You can flag questions and review them before submitting.
- Progress is saved in this browser if you close the tab.
- The test auto-submits when time runs out.
This run uses 50 multiple-choice questions, up to 57 minutes, with a pass mark of 43 out of 50 for a car licence. Hazard perception is a separate part of the real test at the centre.
Last updated: October 2026. Car theory test fee on gov.uk was £23 when last checked. Confirm on gov.uk before you book.
How this car mock theory test works
Tap Start car mock test above. You get fifty questions drawn at random from our car bank, so each run feels different. Flag anything you are unsure about, jump between questions if you need to, then open the review screen before you submit.
When time is up, the mock submits automatically. Your results show which answers were wrong and short explanations to help you remember the rule. Retake as often as you like. Progress saves in this browser if you close the tab mid-test.
Looking for other vehicles? Return to the mock theory test hub for motorcycle, HGV, PCV and ADI formats.
How the real DVSA car theory test works
At the test centre you complete two parts back to back: multiple choice, then hazard perception. For a standard car licence you answer 50 questions on a touchscreen with up to 57 minutes. You need 43 out of 50 on that section.
Hazard perception uses video clips. You click when you see a developing hazard. The pass mark is 44 out of 75 for cars. This car mock theory test covers only the question part. Use our hazard perception practice for the second half.
Book only through gov.uk. Third-party booking sites sometimes add fees. Check steps, ID and what to expect on gov.uk before you go.
Car theory test topics in this mock
DVSA splits the car syllabus into fourteen topics. This car mock theory test pulls from all of them, including signs, motorway rules and vulnerable road users:
- Alertness
- Attitude
- Safety and your vehicle
- Safety margins
- Hazard awareness
- Vulnerable road users
- Other types of vehicle
- Vehicle handling
- Motorway rules
- Rules of the road
- Road and traffic signs
- Documents
- Incidents, accidents and emergencies
- Vehicle loading
Per-topic car quizzes are coming soon. This mock already mixes questions from every area.
Tips to pass the car theory test first time
- Run a full timed car mock theory test at least once a week in the month before your appointment.
- Learn signs by shape and colour, not just individual pictures. Examiners love distance and restriction questions under time pressure.
- Read every explanation after a mock, including answers you guessed correctly. The same rule often appears with different wording.
- Revise show me tell me safety questions before your practical test. Instructors notice when theory knowledge slips.
- Sleep properly the night before. Cramming fifty new facts on the morning of the real test rarely helps.
What to revise if you fail this car mock
Check your results breakdown by topic. If signs or motorway rules dragged your score down, spend two short sessions on those areas, then retake the car mock theory test. If you fail on attitude or safety margins, reread the Highway Code sections on following distance and anticipation.
Do not book the real exam until you are beating 43 comfortably more than once. A single pass after lucky guesses is not enough.
What happens if you fail the real theory test
You must wait at least three working days before booking again and pay the test fee again. There is no lifetime cap on attempts. Use the gap to target weak topics from your mock results, then book through gov.uk when your practice scores are stable.
Other licence types
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Car mock theory test FAQs
Is this car mock theory test free?
Yes. Tap start on this page. We do not ask for payment details or an account.
How many questions are in the car mock theory test?
This car mock theory test uses 50 multiple-choice questions, matching the car exam at a test centre. Hazard perception is a separate section on the real day.
What is the pass mark on a car mock theory test?
You need 43 correct answers out of 50 on the multiple-choice part. That is the same pass mark DVSA uses for car candidates in Great Britain.
How long do I get on the car mock?
Up to 57 minutes for all 50 questions. The timer matches the official car theory test time limit.
Are these the same questions as the DVSA test?
No. Theory Mock uses original practice questions aligned to Highway Code topics. They are useful revision, not a copy of the live DVSA bank.
Can I pause the car mock theory test?
You can close the browser and return later. Progress is stored on this device. The countdown keeps running while you are away, like leaving the room mid-exam.
What score should I get before I book the real test?
Many instructors suggest 45 or more on repeated mocks, not a single lucky pass. Book through gov.uk when your results are steady.
Do I still need hazard perception practice?
Yes. You must pass hazard perception on the same visit. Use our hazard perception practice for image-based drills alongside this car mock.
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