What do I need to pass my theory test?

Table of Contents:

1. What do I need to pass my theory test?
2. Do you need to know the Highway Code for theory test?
3. How long should it take to pass theory test?
4. Can I book my theory test for my 17th birthday?
5. Do you get a certificate when you pass your theory?
6. How long before my 17th Can I apply for my provisional?
7. Can you drive a car with a provisional?
8. Can a learner drive alone?
9. What is the cheapest way to insure a learner driver?
10. What happens if a learner is caught driving alone?
11. Can I drive once I pass my test?
12. How many penalty points will an unaccompanied learner driver receive?
13. What is the fine for a learner driver for driving a vehicle unaccompanied theory test?
14. Are there any occasions when a learner driver can drive unaccompanied?
15. Can anyone sit with a learner driver?
16. What are the rules for sitting with a learner driver?
17. Can a learner drive on a motorway?
18. Can you be drunk with a learner driver?
19. Does my insurance cover learner drivers?
20. Who can teach a learner driver wa?
21. Does the accompanying driver need to be sober?
22. Can a novice driver carry passengers?

What do I need to pass my theory test?

The Theory Test pass mark is 86%, so you'll need to answer 43 out of 50 multiple choice questions correctly to pass. The questions will cover topics that include alertness, attitude, safety, road signs, and much more. There are over 700 questions in the official question bank so you must have a wide range of knowledge!

Do you need to know the Highway Code for theory test?

To prepare for your theory test, the Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) recommends that you study the Highway Code. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) publishes a wide range of official learning materials.

How long should it take to pass theory test?

57 minutes

Can I book my theory test for my 17th birthday?

When can I book my Theory Test? As soon as you receive your provisional license, you can book your Theory Test for the date your license is valid from. The great news is, if you are really eager you can book your Theory Test for the day of your 17th birthday.

Do you get a certificate when you pass your theory?

In all the excitement of passing your Driving Theory Test, you've lost your certificate. ... As you may know, in order to book your Practical Driving Test you will need your Theory Test certificate number. So if you can't find this or have lost your certificate it could stop you in your tracks.

How long before my 17th Can I apply for my provisional?

three months

Can you drive a car with a provisional?

Your provisional license gives you the right to drive a vehicle, provided you're accompanied by someone over 21 who's had a full licence for at least three years. What it won't do is insure you to drive on your own.

Can a learner drive alone?

Although you won't have your full licence yet, you will need to have a valid provisional licence before you go out on the road. As a learner, you cannot drive alone. You must be accompanied by a qualified driver, who is aged at least 21 and has held a full driving licence for at least three years.

What is the cheapest way to insure a learner driver?

Temporary or short-term cover for learner drivers Depending on your situation, buying short-term cover for learner drivers could be the cheapest way to insure a learner driver. Available to learners who want to practice in a borrowed car or their own, this could be the much more viable option.

What happens if a learner is caught driving alone?

At the moment, unaccompanied learner drivers face two penalty points and a fixed fine. ... It is against the law for learner drivers to drive a vehicle unless accompanied by someone with a full driving licence and who has been on the road for at least two years.

Can I drive once I pass my test?

Can I drive straight away after passing my test? Yes. ... Although it could take up to three weeks for you to receive your updated photocard in the post, you don't need to wait for it to arrive before you drive. As long as your car is taxed and insured, you're good to go.

How many penalty points will an unaccompanied learner driver receive?

2 penalty points

What is the fine for a learner driver for driving a vehicle unaccompanied theory test?

If a person accepts the penalty point offence of 'Learner Permit holder driving unaccompanied by qualified person' 2 penalty points are applied and a fixed charge of €80 if paid within 28 days, €120 if paid within 56 days.

Are there any occasions when a learner driver can drive unaccompanied?

Are there any occasions when a learner driver can drive unaccompanied? Yes, when meeting an approved driving instructor (ADI). Yes, after completing a driving test. No, learner drivers must be accompanied at all times by a qualified driver.

Can anyone sit with a learner driver?

If you want to supervise a learner driver you must: Be at least 21 years old. Have a full driving licence (for the type of vehicle they are supervising in – manual or automatic), which must have been held for a minimum of three years. Ensure the car is in a safe and legal condition.

What are the rules for sitting with a learner driver?

Supervising learner Driver NSW

• Hold a current drivers licence for the class for the class of vehicle the learner will drive.
• Have a full Australian drivers licence.
• Your drivers licence must be current and valid.
• When supervising a learner driver you must have a blood alcohol content under 0.

  Can a learner drive on a motorway?

  You'll soon see more L-plates on those M-roads. Since June 2018, learner drivers have been allowed to drive on the motorway. Learners need to be accompanied by an approved driving instructor, and drive a car that's fitted with dual controls. ...

  Can you be drunk with a learner driver?

  You can supervise a learner if you have been drinking, providing you remain below the drink driving limit – but knowing when you're over or under the drink driving limit is the hard bit, so it's easier just not to drink if you plan on driving or supervising a learner driver.

  Does my insurance cover learner drivers?

  Learner drivers car insurance is compulsory for any learner driver who has private driving lessons (lessons provided by someone other than a professional driving school or driving instructor). ... They think a fully comprehensive car insurance policy will be enough to cover any claim involving a learner driver.

  Who can teach a learner driver wa?

  The Supervising Driver must:

  • Be at least 21 years old.
  • Have a full driving licence (for the type of vehicle being used - manual or automatic)
  • Have held that valid licence for a minimum of three years.
  • Ensure the car is in a safe and legal condition.
  • Meet the minimum eyesight standards.

  Does the accompanying driver need to be sober?

  The Road Safety Authority has confirmed that the law doesn't require a qualified driver, accompanying a learner driving a car, to be below the alcohol limit. This means a qualified driver in a car driven by a learner could be drunk as the law is silent on the matter.

  Can a novice driver carry passengers?

  There is no requirement for novice drivers to have an accompanying driver – this is still only the case for learner drivers. However, a novice driver may not act as an accompanying driver for someone who holds a learner permit.