Fleet trainer theory test
The theory test is a pen and paper test and will initially be offered at 38 driving test centres across the country. They are listed in the fleet starter pack, which also contains the application form. You should apply to the fleet driver trainer section at the Axis Building who will arrange an appointment with you. This method will be employed until an IT based touch screen test is introduced.
Fleet driver trainer section The Axis Building |
Tel: 0115 936 6502 |
Special needs
If you are dyslexic, it may be possible to make special arrangements for you, for example to allow you more than the standard 90 minutes to take the test. You should advise the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) when applying for the theory test, with some form of independent corroboration of your condition.
Multiple choice
Before the test starts you will be given instructions on how the test works.
The test consists of 100 questions with a choice of four answers per question. You will have 90 minutes to complete the test. The questions are on the following topic areas and grouped into four bands:-
Band 1 - driving practices and procedures/road and traffic signs/ motorway driving.
Band 2 - driver attitude/driver and the law/environmental issues.
Band 3 - vehicle dynamics and handling/ accident procedures.
Band 4 - instructional coaching techniques/hazard perception.
The question bank for the theory test and a recommended reading list are contained within the starter pack. They will also prove useful when studying for the second and third parts of the qualifying examination.
Passmark
The overall pass mark for the multiple choice test is 85%. However, you must reach a minimum mark of 80% in each of the four main topic areas given above. It is therefore possible for you to get an overall mark of 85% or higher but still fail the test because you have not gained the minimum of 80% in any one or more of the four bands.
After the test
You will be notified in writing of your result and will also be given information on how to proceed with the qualification process i.e. how to apply for the test of driving ability if successful, or how to apply to re-take the theory test if unsuccessful.
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Page last updated: 19/03/2008