Theory & practice

Theory test

Our driving instructors prepare you for the theory test which every learner needs to pass. You'll also receive valuable tips and information.

We have up to date DVD's for you to purchase at a discounted rate of just £10.  We also have online assistance in both theory and practical via our pupil help page.  This includes videos and photo's to help you

The theory test is divided into two parts:

1. A multiple-choice test comprising 50 multiple-choice questions covering aspects of the Highway Code. The pass mark is 43.
2. A hazard perception test consisting of a series of video clips of actual road hazards that need to be identified. The pass mark is 44.

You must pass both parts on the same test to pass the theory test

Practical test

The Driving Standards Agency recommends that most learners take at least 45 hours of professional tuition lessons and at least 20 hours with friends and family.

The average number of lessons is currently 30 hours with Complete Driving Schools in Southampton. As all learners are different, some will pass more quickly than others.

Your driving test will start with an eyesight check and some vehicle safety questions. The driving part of your test will last about 40 minutes. Throughout the test your examiner will be looking for an overall safe standard of driving, including when you are carrying out the set exercises. 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.