Q: Does Ireland have a theory test 2026?

The first step to learning to drive in Ireland is to pass the driver theory test. The theory test is a computer-based exam of motoring theory appropriate to the category of vehicle you want to be licenced to drive.

Q: Is the theory test hard in Ireland 2026?

According to the Road Safety Authority, pass rates at test centres across Ireland range from 36% to 73%. That's a big difference, but also a large amount of people not passing their theory test, even at the test centres with the higher pass rates!

Q: How many questions are on the theory test in Ireland in 2026?

Key Takeaways. The driver theory test in Ireland consists of 40 multiple-choice questions, requiring at least 35 correct answers to pass, emphasising the need for thorough preparation.

Q: Can you do your theory test online in Ireland?

The online testing service was launched in 2021 as a pilot project. The pilot phase is now complete and the Driver Theory Test Service will review the findings of this project. No further bookings are available for online testing.

Question 1

What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 50 kmh on a wet road

Accepted Answer

36 metres

Question 2

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Crossroads with major road ahead

Question 3

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Sharp change of direction to the right

Question 4

While driving a driver notices a strong smell of fuel What should they do

Accepted Answer

Stop where safe and investigate

Question 5

What does a 2plus1 road have

Accepted Answer

Two lanes of traffic in one direction and one in the opposite direction

Question 6

A driver approaches a pelican crossing with a flashing amber light showing There is a pedestrian still on the road What should the driver do

Accepted Answer

Wait and let the pedestrian cross at their own pace

Question 7

If there is no footpath where must a pedestrian walk

Accepted Answer

Righthand side of the road

Question 8

What should the driver do if they are driving and feel tired

Accepted Answer

The driver should stop and take a break

Question 9

What should a driver do if while driving they see children on the road ahead

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and be prepared to stop if necessary

Question 10

When driving along and required to stop suddenly what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Apply the footbrake firmly

Question 11

Where can drivers locate the Maximum Authorised Mass MAM of their vehicle

Accepted Answer

On a metal plate on the vehicle

Question 12

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Road narrows from left

Question 13

What can be achieved by the driving style known as EcoDriving

Accepted Answer

Increased fuel efficiency

Question 14

In general how regularly should a vehicle be serviced

Accepted Answer

As per the manufacturers recommendation

Question 15

The driver intends to turn left at this junction what should the driver do

Accepted Answer

Allow the cyclist to continue before turning left

Question 16

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Traffic signals ahead

Question 17

What lights should a driver use in dense fog

Accepted Answer

Front and rear fog lights along with dipped headlights

Question 18

When calling for help on an emergency telephone on the motorway who does the call go to

Accepted Answer

The Garda

Question 19

What does this Garda signal mean

Accepted Answer

Traffic approaching from the front may proceed

Question 20

What does this hand signal mean

Accepted Answer

The cyclist intends to turn left

Question 21

When required to stop in an emergency what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Apply the footbrake firmly

Question 22

According to the PreCrash Report how many passengers were killed in a collision where alcohol was a known factor

Accepted Answer

Between 7190

Question 23

While driving at higher speeds what does a continuous vibration in the steering indicate

Accepted Answer

The wheel balance is uneven

Question 24

What should a driver do if a tyre bursts on the vehicle they are driving

Accepted Answer

Hold the steering wheel firmly and pull in on the side of the road

Question 25

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Miniroundabout ahead

Question 26

What is the danger associated with applying the handbrake parking brake when the vehicle is moving

Accepted Answer

The wheels could lock and cause the vehicle to skid

Question 27

When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads what should a driver be aware of

Accepted Answer

That there could be vulnerable pedestrians walking on the road

Question 28

What is good basic first aid for a person who has been burned

Accepted Answer

Apply cold water to the burn

Question 29

Before entering a tunnel what should a driver do in order to improve vision

Accepted Answer

Take off sunglasses

Question 30

What does this light mean

Accepted Answer

Low engine oil level

Question 31

In general how should children under 3 years of age be secured in a vehicle

Accepted Answer

They should always be secured in the correct child seat

Question 32

What should the driver be able to see in the vehicle mirrors when they are properly adjusted

Accepted Answer

The area behind and to each side of the vehicle

Question 33

What should drivers do if they approach road works and there is earthmoving machinery moving about

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed as there may be loose gravel or mud on the road

Question 34

In this situation who should wait

Accepted Answer

The driver in the red car should wait

Question 35

When should a driver use the vehicle side lights

Accepted Answer

When parking on an unlit road

Question 36

What should a driver do if dazzled by headlights reflecting in the rearview mirror of their car

Accepted Answer

Use the night driving mode on their rearview mirror

Question 37

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Tram lane on left

Question 38

What is the minimum penalty point offence for a learner driver not displaying L Plates both on the front and rear of the vehicle

Accepted Answer

2 penalty points

Question 39

How does harsh acceleration affect fuel consumption

Accepted Answer

Fuel consumption increases

Question 40

If the brake pedal of a vehicle feels soft or spongy when applied what does this mean

Accepted Answer

A fault in the brake fluid system

Question 41

How should a driver overtake the cyclist in this situation

Accepted Answer

By crossing the broken white line

Question 42

What do these signs together mean

Accepted Answer

End of detour

Question 43

When are children allowed to stand with their heads up through an open sun roof

Accepted Answer

Children are never allowed to do so

Question 44

What should a driver do where a section of road ahead has a shallow flooded area

Accepted Answer

Drive in a low gear as slowly as possible keeping the revs high

Question 45

What do these road markings mean

Accepted Answer

Continuous white lines ahead

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Mock Test 10

What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 50 km/h on a wet road?

What does this sign mean?

What does this sign mean?

While driving, a driver notices a strong smell of fuel. What should they do?

What does a 2-plus-1 road have?

A driver approaches a pelican crossing with a flashing amber light showing. There is a pedestrian still on the road. What should the driver do?

If there is no footpath, where must a pedestrian walk?

What should the driver do if they are driving and feel tired?

What should a driver do if, while driving, they see children on the road ahead?

When driving along and required to stop suddenly, what should a driver do?

Where can drivers locate the Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) of their vehicle?

What does this sign mean?

What can be achieved by the driving style known as ‰Û÷Eco-Driving'?

In general how regularly should a vehicle be serviced?

The driver intends to turn left at this junction - what should the driver do?

What does this sign mean?

What lights should a driver use in dense fog?

When calling for help on an emergency telephone on the motorway, who does the call go to?

What does this Garda signal mean?

What does this hand signal mean?

When required to stop in an emergency, what should a driver do?

According to the Pre-Crash Report, how many passengers were killed in a collision where alcohol was a known factor?

While driving at higher speeds, what does a continuous vibration in the steering indicate?

What should a driver do if a tyre bursts on the vehicle they are driving?

What does this sign mean?

What is the danger associated with applying the handbrake (parking brake) when the vehicle is moving?

When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads, what should a driver be aware of?

What is good basic first aid for a person who has been burned?

Before entering a tunnel, what should a driver do in order to improve vision?

What does this light mean?

In general, how should children under 3 years of age be secured in a vehicle?

What should the driver be able to see in the vehicle mirrors when they are properly adjusted?

What should drivers do if they approach road works and there is earth-moving machinery moving about?

In this situation, who should wait?

When should a driver use the vehicle side lights?

What should a driver do if dazzled by headlights reflecting in the rear-view mirror of their car?

What does this sign mean?

What is the minimum penalty point offence for a learner driver not displaying ‰Û÷L' Plates both on the front and rear of the vehicle?

How does harsh acceleration affect fuel consumption?

If the brake pedal of a vehicle feels soft or spongy when applied, what does this mean?

How should a driver overtake the cyclist in this situation?

What do these signs together mean?

When are children allowed to stand with their heads up through an open sun roof?

What should a driver do where a section of road ahead has a shallow flooded area?

What do these road markings mean?

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