--- title: "Theory Test FAQs | Fast Track" description: "Common questions about booking, sitting and revising for the UK theory test, plus how our membership, resits and books work." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/#organization", "name": "Fast Track Driving Lessons", "url": "https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/", "email": "info@fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk", "areaServed": "GB", "description": "Intensive driving courses and driving lessons across the UK with DVSA-approved instructors." }, { "@type": "WebSite", "@id": "https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/#website", "url": "https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/", "name": "Fast Track Driving Lessons", "publisher": { "@id": "https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/#organization" }, "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Theory test", "item": "https://fasttrackdrivinglessons.co.uk/theory" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Theory Test FAQs" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does the theory test cost?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The DVSA charges £23 for the theory test itself, set and collected by them directly. Our membership fees, from £19.99 to £85 depending on the package, cover the services we provide around that booking, not the DVSA fee." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How many questions are in the theory test?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "There are 50 multiple-choice questions, to be answered in 57 minutes, followed by a hazard perception section of 14 clips with 15 scoreable hazards in total. Both sections are sat together in one appointment." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the pass mark?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "43 out of 50 on the multiple-choice section and 44 out of 75 on hazard perception. You need to pass both parts in the same sitting for an overall pass, so a strong score on one section doesn't make up for failing the other." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long is a theory test pass valid for?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Two years from the date you pass. You need to pass your practical driving test within that window, otherwise your theory pass expires and you'll need to sit and pass the theory test again first." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need a provisional licence to book?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, a provisional driving licence is required to book any theory test, whether through us or directly with the DVSA. Have your licence number ready before signing up." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's included in Full Membership?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Theory test booking, access to our Theory Learning Hub, one resit included with no minimum mark required, our theory test cancellation checker, our practical test cancellation checker, and access to Highway Code content, all for £49." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is there a minimum mark to qualify for the free resit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. However your test goes, the resit included with Full Membership applies. You don't need to have been close to the pass mark to qualify." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What does the cancellation checker actually do?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It monitors your chosen DVSA test centres, which can be more than one at a time, for earlier available slots than your current booking, and texts you the moment one appears so you can act quickly." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can the cancellation checker guarantee an earlier date?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No, because that depends on other learners cancelling or changing their own bookings, which is outside anyone's control. What's guaranteed is continuous checking and an instant text alert when something does open up." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What comes in the theory books bundle?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The AA Highway Code book, a set of L plates, a theory test educational colouring book, and the DVSA Official Theory Test book, sent first class as soon as your order is processed." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I buy the books without the rest of the membership?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, Theory Books Only is £37 and includes just the four book items, with no booking, revision hub access, or cancellation checking included at that price." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Should I book through you or directly with GOV.UK?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Either works. Booking direct is fine if you're confident revising alone and don't mind checking for cancellations yourself. We add structured revision, active cancellation checking and an included resit for those who want the extra support." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What happens if I fail the hazard perception section but pass multiple-choice?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You still need to retake the whole test, both sections, since a pass requires clearing both parts in the same sitting. With Full Membership, that retake is covered by your included resit." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can family members share one membership?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Membership is set up per learner, since it's tied to an individual's booking and licence details. If you're supporting more than one learner, get in touch and we can talk through the best way to set each of them up." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I claim my included resit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Let us know your result once you have it, and we'll get your resit booked as part of your existing membership, with the DVSA's own £23 fee still applying to that new booking." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where can I find official theory test information?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "GOV.UK is the official source for booking rules, fees and test content, since the DVSA sets and marks the test. We recommend checking there directly if you're ever unsure about an official rule or requirement." } } ] } ] } ] --- Get an exclusive 15% off - Offer ends next week! [![Fast Track Driving Lessons](/assets/fasttrack-logo-360-B6kGRO06.png)](/) [Log in](/theory/account)[Get me driving](/course-recommender)Menu [Our Courses & Prices](/courses) [Driving Lessons](/driving-lessons) [Areas We Cover](/driving-lessons-in) [Learner Hub](/learn) [Theory Test](/theory) - [Theory hub](/theory) - [Book your test](/theory/book-theory-test) - [Cancellations](/theory/theory-test-cancellations) - [Free practice](/theory/practice) - [Mock tests](/theory/mock-test) - [Hazard perception](/theory/hazard-perception) - [Road signs](/theory/road-signs) - [Highway Code](/theory/highway-code) - [Motorcycle](/theory/motorcycle) - [Pricing](/theory/pricing) [Home](/)/ [Theory test](/theory) / Theory Test FAQs # Theory Test FAQs Answers to the questions we're asked most often, covering the DVSA test itself and how our booking, revision and cancellation services work. Some of these questions are about the theory test itself, which is set entirely by the DVSA, and some are about how our services work alongside it. Where we don't control something, we've said so plainly rather than guessing. If you can't find what you need here, get in touch directly and we'll answer it properly. ## About the theory test itself The car theory test has two parts sat in one appointment: 50 multiple-choice questions in 57 minutes, and a hazard perception section of 14 video clips with 15 scoreable hazards. You need 43 out of 50 on the multiple-choice and 44 out of 75 on hazard perception, and you must pass both parts together, in the same sitting, to get an overall pass. A pass certificate is valid for two years, which is the window you have to pass your practical test as well. If that window runs out, you'll need to pass the theory test again before booking a practical. ## About booking You must hold a provisional driving licence to book any theory test, whether direct with the DVSA or through us. The DVSA sets and collects the £23 theory test fee, and this applies each time you sit the test, including resits. ## About our packages We offer four packages: Full Membership at £49 for booking, revision access, a resit and cancellation checking; Full Membership plus Theory Books at £85 which adds a physical revision bundle; Theory Books Only at £37 for just the books; and Theory Cancellations Only at £19.99 for cancellation checking alone. Full details are on our pricing page. ## About revision Our Theory Learning Hub covers the full official question bank and hazard perception practice, alongside mock tests built to mirror the real format. The book bundle adds the AA Highway Code, the DVSA Official Theory Test book, L plates and a colouring book, sent first class. ## Frequently asked questions How much does the theory test cost? The DVSA charges £23 for the theory test itself, set and collected by them directly. Our membership fees, from £19.99 to £85 depending on the package, cover the services we provide around that booking, not the DVSA fee. How many questions are in the theory test? There are 50 multiple-choice questions, to be answered in 57 minutes, followed by a hazard perception section of 14 clips with 15 scoreable hazards in total. Both sections are sat together in one appointment. What's the pass mark? 43 out of 50 on the multiple-choice section and 44 out of 75 on hazard perception. You need to pass both parts in the same sitting for an overall pass, so a strong score on one section doesn't make up for failing the other. How long is a theory test pass valid for? Two years from the date you pass. You need to pass your practical driving test within that window, otherwise your theory pass expires and you'll need to sit and pass the theory test again first. Do I need a provisional licence to book? Yes, a provisional driving licence is required to book any theory test, whether through us or directly with the DVSA. Have your licence number ready before signing up. What's included in Full Membership? Theory test booking, access to our Theory Learning Hub, one resit included with no minimum mark required, our theory test cancellation checker, our practical test cancellation checker, and access to Highway Code content, all for £49. Is there a minimum mark to qualify for the free resit? No. However your test goes, the resit included with Full Membership applies. You don't need to have been close to the pass mark to qualify. What does the cancellation checker actually do? It monitors your chosen DVSA test centres, which can be more than one at a time, for earlier available slots than your current booking, and texts you the moment one appears so you can act quickly. Can the cancellation checker guarantee an earlier date? No, because that depends on other learners cancelling or changing their own bookings, which is outside anyone's control. What's guaranteed is continuous checking and an instant text alert when something does open up. What comes in the theory books bundle? The AA Highway Code book, a set of L plates, a theory test educational colouring book, and the DVSA Official Theory Test book, sent first class as soon as your order is processed. Can I buy the books without the rest of the membership? Yes, Theory Books Only is £37 and includes just the four book items, with no booking, revision hub access, or cancellation checking included at that price. Should I book through you or directly with GOV.UK? Either works. Booking direct is fine if you're confident revising alone and don't mind checking for cancellations yourself. We add structured revision, active cancellation checking and an included resit for those who want the extra support. What happens if I fail the hazard perception section but pass multiple-choice? You still need to retake the whole test, both sections, since a pass requires clearing both parts in the same sitting. With Full Membership, that retake is covered by your included resit. Can family members share one membership? Membership is set up per learner, since it's tied to an individual's booking and licence details. If you're supporting more than one learner, get in touch and we can talk through the best way to set each of them up. How do I claim my included resit? Let us know your result once you have it, and we'll get your resit booked as part of your existing membership, with the DVSA's own £23 fee still applying to that new booking. Where can I find official theory test information? GOV.UK is the official source for booking rules, fees and test content, since the DVSA sets and marks the test. We recommend checking there directly if you're ever unsure about an official rule or requirement. ## Still have a question? Browse our packages or get in touch directly if you can't find what you're looking for here. [See pricing](/theory/pricing) ## Book with us Full Membership is £49 and includes your theory test booking, one resit with no minimum mark, the Learning Hub and our theory and practical cancellation checkers. [See what's included](/theory/pricing) ## Revise free - [Practice questions by topic](/theory/practice) - [Full 50-question mock test](/theory/mock-test) - [Hazard perception guide](/theory/hazard-perception) - [Highway Code hub](/theory/highway-code) ## Related reading - [Theory test pass mark](/theory/theory-test-pass-mark) - [How much is a theory test?](/theory/how-much-is-a-theory-test) - [Theory test cancellations](/theory/theory-test-cancellations) - [Change your theory test](/theory/change-theory-test) - [Motorcycle theory test](/theory/motorcycle) ## Passed your theory? Get the practical booked Your theory certificate lasts two years. Most learners who use it quickly do it with an intensive course — a block of hours with a DVSA approved instructor and a practical test at the end, instead of one lesson a week for months. 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