Up to this point, the multiple-choice section of the test had taken the form of simple pop quiz questions. In , however, case studies were introduced. In the case study section, a candidate would be presented with a driving scenario, and would be posed a series of questions on how they would respond to it, following the rules set out in the Highway Code.
Further case studies were added in From a question-long paper exam to a touch-screen test incorporating CGI video clips, the theory test has come a long way since As technologies continue to evolve, we can therefore expect the theory test to change further. Interested in what's to come? Check out our predictions for the future of the theory test! Still haven't taken your theory test, but are itching to get on the road? Book a driving course with PassMeFast and we can organise your test date for you!
Call us on or book online to get things started. Plus, check out our resources to make sure you're feeling ready in preparation for the big day. Book Your Course Now. History of the Theory Test To get your full UK driving licence, there are two tests you'll need to pass. The beginning Until the s, there were no such things as separate theory and practical tests—hopeful new drivers needed only to take one driving test. It comes after the Department for Transport launched its inclusive transport strategy in July In December , a slew of changes to the practical tests were introduced which included following instructions from a satnav, a period of independent driving doubled to 20 minutes, and a refreshed selection of manoeuvres deemed more realistic.
ES Money. The Escapist. The Reveller. The Optimist. ES Best. ES Mag. Follow us:. Password Please enter a valid password. Submit Submit. A spokesman for the Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency said: "The theory test requires candidates to demonstrate they have a good knowledge of the rules of the road and the theory behind safe driving.
Price drop for driving theory test. Driving test changes are put on hold. Driving test age rise considered. Department for Transport. Image source, PA. But a number of changes have made the test harder:. September the number of multiple choice questions was increased from 35 to 50 September a "case study" was introduced, with five questions relating to a specific scenario January new theory test questions stopped being published online or in practice papers January the question bank was refreshed, meaning few real-life questions remained in publication April interpreters and foreign-language voiceovers were banned.
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