On the surface, Driving theory test looks very hard and practical driving test even more challenging. But if you are prepared well then it’s very easy to pass DSA theory test in the first attempt. To help new learner drivers, we at Book Driving Theory got top 13 tips for you which can help to crack driving theory test:

1. Book your Driving Theory Test: Well obviously you need to book your theory test to take it. But the hardest part is to find relevant theory test centre on your preferred date out of 150+ test centres. Sounds worrying but you don’t need to. Now you can easily book your driving theory test with Book Driving Theory. Just fill up simple details and we will take care of rest.

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   We recommend that one should book DSA theory test as soon as possible as usually, appointments are available only 3-4 weeks away. Also, several types of research suggest that once you know your test date then its help to focus on test preparation.
2. Start Reading: You need to correctly answer at least 43 out of 50 multiple choice questions in Driving theory test. You can find all information about same here. In your driving theory test, these questions are selected randomly from a pool of 1000 questions. Thankfully DSA provided several sources to prepare for these theory test questions. Below are the resources to prepare multiple-choice part of the theory test.
   • The Official Highway Code: You can think it as a bible not just to pass driving theory test but for all of your life. It consists of all information and rules which a road user no matter whether one is a driver or pedestrian should be aware of. You can find whole Highway code for absolutely free at Book Driving Theory here.
   • Know your Traffic signs: Highway code usually covers all traffic signs you need. But to understand history and concept you should refer to ‘know your traffic signs’. You can find it for free here. https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/519129/know-your-traffic-signs.pdf
   • Official DVSA publications: DVSA also provides several publications to help and practice driving theory test. Make sure you get hands on these. https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/shop/product/official-dvsa-guide-driving-essential-skills-book
3. Practice to spot hazard: Besides multiple choice questions, you need to score at least 44 marks out of 75 in hazard perception to pass your theory test. Hazard perception is made up of video clips and you need to identify hazard as soon as you saw it. You can find more information about same here. You don’t have to be in front of the computer screen to practice this. As you can also try same when you are even walking on the road. While on the road, just observe and try to identify potential hazards.
4. Practice! Practice! More Practice: There is an old saying ‘Practice makes a man perfect’. The more you practice driving theory test, better will be your chance to crack it. Never think that you know everything. Even most successful persons of the world say learning never stops and they keep learning new things every day.
5. Take Mock Tests: Giving mock tests gives you a feeling of the real driving theory test. Give several mock tests and don’t get disheartened if you fail them but think them as an opportunity to find your weaker areas. Once you find your weak areas focus more on them and try to make some notes.
6. Don’t forget to Revise: Give yourself some time to revise. Revision just before theory test reminds you about the mistakes which you have committed during mock tests which give you an opportunity to avoid them in actual driving theory test.

On the Big Day:

7. Don’t be Nervous: I know it’s easy to say but try to do things which calm you down. Nervousness makes you made mistake, so try to be calm and confident. The best way to gain confidence is to prepare well and practice.
8. Be on time: You obviously don’t want to add more stress by reaching theory test centre late. Some days before your theory test, go and find out where exactly the test centre is. Also on the test day leave plenty of time to reach to the theory test centre.
9. Remember to take UK Photocard Provisional Licence: You need to show your valid UK photocard provisional licence at theory test centre before you take your theory test. Make sure that you remember to take same else you may not be permitted to take the theory test and you have to pay full fee again to take your theory test.

While Taking Theory Test: 

10. Use Practice Time: Before your actual driving theory test, you will be given 15 minutes to get accustomed to the touchscreen and layout of the questions. If you found any difficulty or things not working properly, raise it before your theory test starts.   
11. Don’t Rush: You have 57 minutes to answer 50 questions which are more than a minute per question. So don’t rush, read both question and its possible answers carefully and decide.
12. Flag Hard or Tricky Questions: If you stuck on a hard or tricky question you are not sure about then don’t spend too long on it. Flag it and come back to it once you answer rest of the questions. Remember as long as you got at least 43 correct answers it doesn’t matter if you can’t answer a tricky question correctly.
13. Take a Break: Once you finished multiple choice part you will have a choice to take 3 minutes’ break. You can’t leave your test seat, though. Use this time to take some deep breaths and prepare your mind for hazard perception part.

Hopefully, these tips will direct you in the right direction and help you pass your driving theory test with bright colours.

ALL THE VERY BEST!!