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Alliance Driving School - Driving Test Information
The Theory Test
The theory test is in two parts - a multi-choice question part and hazard perception part. Both parts have to be passed at the same time. The test must be passed before you can apply for the practical driving test but you can start your lessons before you take the theory test.
Multi-Choice Questions
The first part of the theory test involves 50 multiple choice questions on a touch screen computer. Some questions have just one correct answer, others have several correct answers and you have to identify them all to score for that question.he pass mark is 43 out of 50. You can learn for the theory test using recommended resources such as books and dvd's.
Practice your theory with our Mock Theory Test.
Hazard Perception Test
You will be shown how the hazard perception test works before you have to take the test. The Hazard Perception Test is a computer based test and you are required to click a button on the computer mouse to respond to hazards that appear onscreen.
The test consists of a series of 14 video clips and in each clip there will be at least one hazard. One of the clips will feature to hazards. To achieve a high score you need to respond to the hazard as you see it happening on screen. The maximum score you can achieve on each hazard is five. Unlike the multiple choice part of the Theory Test, you cannot review your answers (this is because you would only have one chance on the road to spot a hazard).
To pass the Hazard Perception section of the Theory Test you need to score a minimum of 44 out of 75
The Practical TestThe practical driving test is carried out by a DSA – Driving Standards Agency examiner; it will take between 38 to 45 minutes of driving and manoeuvres. The examiner will start by a simple eye test where you are asked to read a number plate from a distance of approximately 20 meters. You will then asked 2 questions under the Mechanical awareness heading . The examiner will want to see that you are confident and can drive in a competent and safe manner. You will need to show that you can perceive the situations as they arise and respond with sound judgment.
During the driving test you will be asked to conduct one reversing manoeuvres and one in three students will be asked to perform an Emergency Stop. The test will be conducted in busy traffic conditions around the town and then on country roads, all selected to give a fair test. On completion of the test you will receive the result.
Independent Driving
For about 10 minutes during your test you'll have to drive by either following a series of directions, traffic signs, or a combination of both. The examiner may show you a diagram to help you understand where you'll be going. It doesn't matter if you don't remember every direction, or if you go the wrong way.
The purpose is rather to assess your ability to drive safely whilst at the same time having to make your own decisions in order to reach your target destination. This includes for example deciding when it's safe to pull over and ask for directions.
Your result will not be affected unless you commit a driving fault, even if you go off the independent driving route. Sat navs are not allowed for this part of the test.
Documents to bring for the Practical Test.
Paper Driving Licence
Plastic I D Licence
Theory Pass Certificate
Appointment Form
