You can use books and software to revise for the theory test and take practice tests.
Multiple-choice questions
The multiple-choice questions in the theory test are based on 3 books:
Study these to learn the rules and skills you’ll be tested on.
See Also
Five Reasons You're Failing the Driving Theory TestTaking the theory testTheory test: carsHow to Pass the Theory Test - Tips and Advice to Pass First Time in 2024You can buy them from most high street and online book shops.
You can also study using:
- the Official DVSA Theory Test kit online for your PC or Mac (this also includes help for the hazard perception part of the test)
- the Official DVSA Theory Test kit app for Apple phones and tablets
- the Official DVSA Theory Test kit app for Android phones and tablets
- the Official DVSA Theory Test for Car drivers book
- traffic sign flashcards (128 flash cards to help you learn traffic signs)
Take a free practice test
Take a practice theory test to check how much you’ve learnt.
The questions are not used in the real test, but they are based on the same topics as the test.
Hazard perception test
To prepare for this test you can use the official guide to hazard perception.
You can buy:
- the Official DVSA Theory Test kit online for your PC or Mac (this also includes help for the multiple-choice questions part of the test)
- the Official DVSA Hazard Perception app for Apple phones and tablets
- the Official DVSA Hazard Perception app for Android phones and tablets
Translations into foreign languages
Some official books and software are translated into other languages by approved organisations.
However, you can only take the test in English, Welsh or British Sign Language.
