This Mock Theory Test Will Help You Prepare

Getting ready to take your driving theory test? Don’t worry. Many learners find our mock theory test to be very helpful when preparing. This practice theory test offers 40 questions that are typical of what you can expect. The real test will have images to make it even easier!

What can I expect from the Driving Theory Test?

The Driving Theory Test must be passed in order to apply for your Learner Permit in Ireland. (You cannot begin EDT driving lessons without a learner permit.) The theory test is a computerized multiple choice exam that tests you on road safety and motoring legislation knowledge, covering such topics as:

• Rules of the Road
• Risk perception
• Eco-driving
• Hazard awareness
• Good driving behaviour

There are 41 NDLS locations around Ireland that offer the Driver Theory Test. In order to pass, you must answer 35 of the 40 questions correctly.

Can I retake the Driver Theory Test if I fail the first time?

Luckily, if you fail the test you can retake it after three days. However, there is a fee that must be paid each time, so it’s best to make sure you are well prepared before testing. The Road Safety Authority offers a fantastic online resource to help learners prepare for their Driving Theory Test at www.DrivingTheory.ie. Visit their site for up to date test preparation material and information on registering for your Driving Theory Test in Ireland.

Below are a selection of Practice Theory Test Questions. If you have any questions please contact your local instructor who will answer them for you.

Mock Theory Test

1. At a cross roads of equal importance to whom should you give way to?
   Ans. People coming from your right.
2. At a junction with a stop sign but no stop line, where should you stop?
   Ans. Just before the stop sign.
3. What does a single yellow line mean?
   Ans. Parking prohibited during business hours.
4. What effect does a traffic island in the middle of a pedestrian crossing have on the crossing ?
   Ans. It divides the crossing into two separate crossings.
5. What are the road markings for a no-entry street?
   Ans. Full white line followed by a broken white line.
6. Who is prohibited from using a motorway?
   Ans. Learner drivers, vehicles not capable of 50kms or with an engine under 50cc, invalid carriages, animals, cyclists and pedestrians.
7. What does a broken white line mean?
   Ans. A broken white line means overtake if safe to do so.
8. What does a broken yellow line signify?
   Ans. It marks the edge of the road
9. What do double yellow lines mean?
   Ans. No parking at any time.
10. What is the sequence of traffic lights?
    Ans. Green – Amber – Red – Green
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11. When should you use your hazard lights?
    Ans. When your car is broken down, being towed or at the scene of an accident.
12. Where is the only place you will see a flashing red light?
    Ans. At a level crossing. (Trains)
13. How close to a kerb must you park?
    Ans. Within 18 inches or 45 centimeters
14. Name some places where you should not overtake?
    Ans. Where you cannot see far enough ahead – too close to junctions, on a bend, on a hump back bridge, at pedestrian crossings, in areas of zig- zag lines, over a continuous lines or hatch markings.
15. What is a contra flow bus lane?
    Ans. It is a bus lane that flows in the opposite direction to the traffic, used only by busses.
16. What is the two second rule?
    Ans. You must remain a minimum of two seconds behind the vehicle in front while moving along the road in dry weather. It is recommended that you increase this to 4 seconds in wet conditions.
17. What is the hard shoulder used for?
    Ans. Emergencies, breakdowns, pedestrians and cyclists.
18. When should you dip your lights?
    Ans. When meeting cars, built up areas, continuously lit up roads, following behind a vehicle, when fog or poor visibility persists such as dusk and dawn.
19. What do the rules of the road say about sounding your horn?
    Ans. You should not sound your horn between the hours of 11:30pm and 7:00am except in an emergency.
20. What does a clearway sign mean?
    Ans. Parking prohibited.
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21. At a pelican crossing what does a flashing amber light mean?
    Ans. Proceed with caution, giving way to pedestrians who may still be crossing.
22. To keep your Vehicle in legal condition, what should you pay attention to?
    Ans. Brakes, lights, tyres, wipers & fluids under the bonnet
23. Name four people in authority who have the right to stop you on the road ?
    Ans. People in charge of animals, emergency services personnel, school wardens and road workers.
24. What does a steady amber traffic light mean?
    Ans. Stop if it is safe to do so, or as to not inconvenience other drivers by braking too harshly!
25. When can you cross a solid white line?
    Ans. To avoid an obstruction, to gain access to private entrances or in the case of two lines in the center of the road you can cross the solid line if the nearest one to you is broken.
26. What are you legally required to have before you can drive on any public road?
    Ans. You must hold a valid license (learner permit or full license) and have your vehicle taxed, insured and a current NCT. As a permit holder you will also be required to be accompanied by a full licensed driver who holds their licence for a minimum of two years and in the case of a learner permit driver you must also display L plates at the front and rear of your vehicle.
27. What does a green traffic light mean?
    Ans. You may continue on if it is safe to do so.
28. What is the safest way to park your car at night (If parked on a road)?
    Ans. Passenger side (left) to the kerb with the rear reflectors showing to the following traffic.
29. What do Zig – Zag lines on approach to a pedestrian crossing mean?
    Ans. Parking and overtaking is prohibited in the area of these lines.
30. When may you overtake on the left?
    Ans. When traffic in front is turning right, when you intend to turn left, when you are on a two lane road where the traffic speed is variable and the lane on the right is moving slower than the lane on the left.
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31. How would you recognQ34. ze a pedestrian crossing at nigh time?
    Ans. Flashing Amber Beacons either side of the pedestrain crossing.
32. At a pelican crossing what does a flashing amber light mean?
    Ans. Proceed with caution giving right of way to pedestrians crossing.
33. What is the minimum legal thread depth on a tyre?
    Ans. 1.6 mil meters, 1mm for vintage cars
34. When should you not drive?
    Ans. While under the influence of alcohol, drugs (prescribed or otherwise), or when tired or drowsy.
35. Name places you should not park?
    Ans. Close to a junction (not within 5mts) ,on a bend, on double yellow lines, on single yellow lines (within times zones) – opposite a continuous white line (causing other motorists to overtake), where you might block a sign, on the brow of a hill, opposite another vehicle on a narrow road, in a bus stop or taxi rank, on a foot path or anywhere you would obstruct other road users.
36. What should you do if blinded by oncoming lights at night?
    Ans. SLOW DOWN!! , then look to the left, be aware of pedestrians, cyclists and obstructions on the left. If still blinded stop. Do not flash head lights in retaliation as you may blind others!
37. What do horizontal of hatched lines generally found at the center of the road mean?
    Ans. You must use them like a traffic island and try not enter them unless circumstances force you to.
38. How would you check your brake lights on your car if you were alone?
    Ans. Reverse your car towards a window and look at the reflection.
39. What are the rules regarding the yellow box junction?
    Ans. You don’t go into it if you can’t clear it, except when turning right.
40. What is the maximum legal speed limit on Irish Motorways?
    Ans. 120kmph !

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