Part One – Theory & Hazard Perception

What is the Theory & Hazard Perception test like?

The test is made up of two sections; the multiple choice section and the hazard perception section. You need to pass both section to pass the Theory & Hazard Perception Test.

Multiple Choice

A question and four answer options will appear onscreen and you have to select the correct answer to the question by touching the screen or using the mouse. Some questions may require more than one answer. You can navigate between questions and 'flag' questions that you want to come back to later in the test. You will have 90 minutes to answer 100 questions that will be split into four bands which will be:

- road procedure
- traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, basic mechanical knowledge
- driving test, disabilities, law
- publications, instructional techniques

The pass mark for the multiple choice part of the theory test is 85% - that is 85 questions answered correctly. However, you must reach a minimum 80% (20 out of 25) in each of the four bands.

Hazard Perception

You will then be shown a short tutorial video clip about how the hazard perception part works.

The hazard perception part is also delivered on a computer but you respond by clicking a button on the mouse. You will be presented with a series of 14 video clips which feature every day road scenes, in each clip there will be at least one developing hazard, but one of the clips will feature two developing hazards. To achieve a high score you will need to respond to the developing hazard during the early part of its development. The maximum you can score on each hazard is five. You will not be able to review your answers to the hazard perception test; as on the road, you will only have one chance to respond to the developing hazard.

The pass mark for the hazard perception part of the theory test is 57 out of 75.

Steve's School of Motoring Training for Part One

Our experienced instructor trainers alongside our training support team will train you for this part using one-on-one and group training sessions. You will be supplied with all of the books, guides and aids that you will need for the home-based learning element, to gain all the knowledge and learn the information needed to pass this exam. There are also facilities in our shop that you can use to practice with experts on hand to help.

Part Two – Driving Ability

What is the Driving Ability test like?

The practical test of driving ability consists of tests of eyesight, safety questions and driving technique. The test will last for about one hour. You must pass all sections of the test at the same time. In total, you have three attempts at passing the driving ability test.

Eyesight Test

You must be able to read in good daylight with the aid of glasses or contact lenses if worn, a motor vehicle registration mark at a distance of between 26.5 and 27.5 metres.

Safety Questions

The examiner will ask you to describe how to perform a check on the condition and safety of three components of the vehicle and demonstrate an actual check on the condition of a further two components.

The components will be chosen from the following list: tyres, steering, brakes, lights, reflectors, direction indicators, audible warning device and the liquids used in the braking system, steering system, engine or elsewhere in the vehicle as a coolant, lubricant, cleaner or otherwise.

Driving Technique

This is an advanced driving test and a very high standard of competence is required. You must show that you have a thorough knowledge of the principles of good driving and road safety and that you can apply them. You must satisfy the examiner on all or any of the following subjects:

- Expert handling of the controls
- Use of correct road procedure
- Anticipation of the actions of other road users and the taking of appropriate action
- Sound judgement of distance, speed and timing
- Consideration for the convenience and safety of other road users

You must show the ability to perform any of the selected manoeuvres including the following:

- Emergency stop
- Reverse round a left hand corner
- Reverse round a right hand corner
- Turn in the road
- Reverse park (parallel)
- Reverse park (bay)
 
Steve's School of Motoring Training for Part Two

Our experienced instructor trainers alongside our training support team will train you for this part using one-on-one and group training sessions. Due to the practical nature of this section most of your training will be in-car. You will be able to use on of our training vehicles for private practice.

Part Three – Teaching Ability

What is the Teaching Ability test like?

The object of this test is to assess the quality of your instruction and your ability to pass your knowledge on to pupils. The test is in two sections, each of which lasts about half an hour. You must pass both parts on the same test.

You will be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and ability by giving practical driving instruction to the examiner who will first take on the role of a pupil who is a beginner, and then a pupil who is about test standard.

The Exercises

For each of the two roles the examiner will choose one of the exercises given below as the basis of the instruction:

- Safety precautions on entering the car and explanation of the controls
- Moving off and stopping
- Reversing and reversing into limited openings to the right or left
- Turn in the road
- Parking close to the kerb
- Emergency stop and use of mirrors
- Approaching and turning corners
- Judgement of speed, making progress and general road positioning
- Dealing with road junctions
- Dealing with crossroads
- Dealing with pedestrian crossings and giving correct signals in a clear and unmistakable manner
- Overtaking, meeting and crossing the path of other road users, allowing adequate clearance.

The instruction you give should be tailored to the time available and to the standard of the 'pupil' being role-played by the examiner. You will find it helpful to establish the depth of the 'pupil's' knowledge in each phase, by asking questions and observing the 'pupil's' performance as you would with a real pupil you had not taught before.

In assessing your performance, the examiner will take into account:

- The method, clarity, adequacy and correctness of instruction given
- The observation, analysis and correction of faults committed by the pupil
- Your general manner

You will be expected to maintain control of the lesson, be patient and tactful and give encouragement to the 'pupil' at all times. You will be assessed on the relevance of the instruction for the ability of the pupil and to the particular conditions on the road on the day of the test.

Steve's School of Motoring Training for Part Three

Our experienced driving instructor trainers alongside our training support team will train you for this part using one-on-one and group training sessions.  Due to the practical nature of this section, most of your training will be in-car training.

You will be supplied with all of the books, guides and aids that you will need to gain all the knowledge and learn the information needed to pass this exam. You will also be able to use one of our training vehicles for private practice.