Driving up theory test pass marks for road safety |
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Written by Driving Standards Agency
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Tuesday, 14 August 2007 |
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 Learner drivers and motorcyclists will face more theory test questions from
early September when the pass marks are driven up to improve road safety.
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) says the increase in the number of
multiple choice questions in the tests will help broaden candidates' knowledge
and lead to higher standards.
Jill Lewis, DSA's Head of Lifelong Learning said: "It is important that
candidates prepare thoroughly for their theory tests in the same way they would
any other exam. Increasing the number of questions means that the test ensures
comprehensive coverage of the whole syllabus."
At the moment both car and motorcycle bike tests involve 35 questions and
candidates must get 30 right. But from 3 September the number of questions will
rise to 50 with a pass score of 43. The time allowed for the multiple choice
part of the theory tests will increase to 57 minutes and fees will also
increase.
The updated version of the Official theory test book and CD Rom is now
available in shops, or by clicking on the official bookstore button on the DSA
website (http://www.dsa.gov.uk).
All car and motorcycle candidates calling or going online to book theory
tests which will fall either on or after 3 September will be made aware of the
increased length and cost of the test. Candidates phoning the call centre will
be able to hear a recorded message whilst waiting to be connected and the
booking confirmation letter which goes out to candidates will be updated to
explain these changes.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 13 January 2008 )
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