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The UK theory test requires you to know more than just the highway code. This becomes evident with the increase in the different types of books available to purchase on this subject.
The test is a two part computer based test which requires you to answer 50 multiple choice questions and pass a hazard perception test. You need to read the questions carefully as they sometimes require more than one answer. Failure in answering all parts of the question mean that you have got that question wrong. Out of the 50 questions you must obtain 43 to pass. After you have completed the multiple choice test you will be given the opportunity to have a short break (up to 3minutes long) before starting the hazard perception. This part of the test shows 14 videos of real life situations and hazards that may occur whilst driving. When you spot a hazard you click the mouse to record when you saw the hazard. The quicker you see the hazard and click the higher score you will achieve, you need to obtain at least 44marks out of a possible 75. When you have completed the test you will have to wait a short time for the results, if you pass you will be given a letter stating this, you have to wait for the actual pass certificate. If you fail you will be given a letter stating in what areas of knowledge you were unsuccessful in.
If you pass you can book your practical test (due to system updating). The theory test at todays date (April 2008) is £30.00 and can be booked by using the online booking system (http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/Motoringtransactions/DG_066356) and a suitable credit/ debit card. The waiting list is usually in the region of two to three weeks.
Recommended reading.
The complete theory test questions (BSM)
(available at WH Smith £4.99)
The Highway code
The Driving Manual
The Driving Test
Know your traffic signs
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