Theory test pass mark: 43 out of 50
The short answer
The car theory test has 50 multiple-choice questions in 57 minutes, and you need 43 right. The hazard perception part has 14 clips, and you need 44 out of 75. You must pass both parts at the same sitting. So you can get up to 7 multiple-choice questions wrong.
Use the checker or tables to understand your scores.
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Multiple-choice scores
| Score | Result | Wrong answers |
|---|---|---|
| 40 out of 50 | Not a pass | 10 |
| 41 out of 50 | Not a pass | 9 |
| 42 out of 50 | Not a pass | 8 |
| 43 out of 50 | Pass | 7 |
| 44 out of 50 | Pass | 6 |
| 45 out of 50 | Pass | 5 |
| 46 out of 50 | Pass | 4 |
| 47 out of 50 | Pass | 3 |
| 48 out of 50 | Pass | 2 |
| 49 out of 50 | Pass | 1 |
| 50 out of 50 | Pass | 0 |
Hazard perception scores
You watch 14 clips. One has two developing hazards, and you can score up to 5 points for each hazard: 75 points in all, with 44 to pass. Clicking continuously or in a pattern scores nothing for that clip.
| Score | Result |
|---|---|
| 40 out of 75 | Not a pass |
| 41 out of 75 | Not a pass |
| 42 out of 75 | Not a pass |
| 43 out of 75 | Not a pass |
| 44 out of 75 | Pass |
| 45 out of 75 | Pass |
| 46 out of 75 | Pass |
| 47 out of 75 | Pass |
| 48 out of 75 | Pass |
If you pass one part but not the other
You take the whole test again, including the part you passed. GOV.UK says to book for a date at least 3 working days away.
Common questions
Is 43 out of 50 a pass?
Yes. It is exactly the pass mark for the multiple-choice part.
Is 42 out of 50 a pass?
No. It is one short of the multiple-choice pass mark of 43.
How many questions can you get wrong?
You can get up to 7 of the 50 multiple-choice questions wrong.
What is the hazard perception pass mark?
44 out of 75 points.
Do you have to pass both parts on the same day?
Yes. You must pass both parts at the same sitting.
How long does a theory test pass last?
2 years. You must pass the driving test in that time.
Take a free 50-question mock, scored against 43. Read about the hazard perception test; DriveQuiz does not include hazard perception practice. For what to take and how the day works, read the theory test guide.
Sources
- Theory test: pass mark and test result, GOV.UK
- Theory test: hazard perception test, GOV.UK
- Theory test: multiple-choice questions, GOV.UK
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