Driving Theory Test, Practical Test & the Highway Code (AA Driving Test) (AA Driving Test Series)

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There are no two ways about it: It’s essential that you read The Highway Code. It applies to all road users – not just drivers – including the most vulnerable: pedestrians, older people or disabled people, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders. The aim of the driving theory test is to prove your knowledge of the rules of the road. It’s necessary to pass this before you can take the practical driving test. You take them as a single test and you need to pass both of them to pass the test. What do I need to study?

You’ll need your provisional licence to hand, and a credit or debit card to pay for the test. You can book a theory test online here, or apply here if you live in Northern Ireland. As an example, let’s say you drive through a red traffic light. This is covered by Highway Code rule 109, which states that ‘You MUST obey all traffic light signals’. Plus there are additional sections that cover the law, penalties, vehicle maintenance and first aid, among other topics. New Highway Code rulesThe AA Theory Practical and The Highway Code covering the theory test, prcatical test and the new, updated Highway Code For example, rule 148 of the Highway Code notes that driving requires concentration. As such certain distractions should be avoided. Listening to loud music, eating or drinking, and smoking are given among the examples.

All provisional licence holders need to pass the theory test before booking a practical test. This is also the case if you're applying for a different category of licence, such as a bus or lorry licence. Do I need to take the theory test?

AA Theory Practical and The Highway Code

There’s a different version of The Highway Code for Northern Ireland. What does The Highway Code cover? Your theory pass certificate is valid for 2 years. Don’t let it expire though… If you don’t pass your practical driving test during this time, you’ll have to retake and pass the theory test again. What happens if I fail my theory test? For instance, during the practical driving test, you’ll need to show a working knowledge of The Highway Code to your examiner. Is The Highway Code in the theory test?

Your driving instructor will offer as much support as they can to help you pass the theory test. So study hard, stay cool, calm and collected, and you’ll be on your way to being road-ready in no time. How common is it to fail the theory test? Red flashing lights. If you see red lights flash on a signal in the central reservation or on the side of the road and showing lane closed sign, you MUST NOT go beyond the signal in any lane.The most vulnerable road users are pedestrians, particularly children, older or disabled people, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders. Many of the principles within the Official Highway Code are legal requirements, and if you disobey these rules you’re committing a criminal offence When crossing the road, look out for traffic turning into the road, especially from behind you. If you have started crossing and traffic wants to turn into the road, you have priority and they should give way. The test will cater for the type of vehicle you’re applying for a licence for. So if you’re taking the test for a motorcycle, some of the questions will be specific to motorbikes. How many questions are in the theory test?