Q: Does Ireland have a theory test 2025?

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 2025?

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 2025?

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 dry road

Accepted Answer

25 metres

Question 2

What should a driver do if they meet a vehicle with flashing amber beacons

Accepted Answer

Slow down and prepare to stop

Question 3

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Road narrows on the left

Question 4

What phrase is recommended for drivers to help them determine a safe distance from the vehicle in front on a dry road

Accepted Answer

Only a fool breaks the two second rule

Question 5

What colour traffic light comes on after a nonflashing amber light

Accepted Answer

Red only

Question 6

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Loose chippings on road

Question 7

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Maximum permitted weight is 3 tonnes

Question 8

What should a driver do before starting a journey in adverse weather conditions

Accepted Answer

Check the weather forecast for the planned route

Question 9

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

A driver must drive on the lefthand side

Question 10

At what point is a vehicle load more likely to shift

Accepted Answer

When cornering

Question 11

In dry weather how might a driver judge what is a safe following distance to vehicle in front

Accepted Answer

By using a fixed point and applying the two second rule

Question 12

Apart from the risk of skidding what should the driver be aware of when driving in snow

Accepted Answer

Road signs and road markings may become obscured

Question 13

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Level crossing ahead unguarded by gates or barriers

Question 14

When is a driver allowed to carry more passengers in a car than there are seat belts available

Accepted Answer

It is never allowed

Question 15

What would be the effect of overloading a vehicle with passengers or goods

Accepted Answer

It would reduce the drivers ability to control the vehicle

Question 16

When a driver wants to turn left into a property and there is a bus lane on the left what should the driver do

Accepted Answer

Give way to cyclists taxis and buses which may be using the bus lane

Question 17

When should rear fog lights be used

Accepted Answer

In dense fog or falling snow

Question 18

Unless otherwise indicated what is the maximum permissible speed for cars or motorcycles on national roads

Accepted Answer

100 kmh

Question 19

How should a driver negotiate a steep hill or humpbacked bridge when the road is slippery

Accepted Answer

Drive with extreme caution

Question 20

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Tjunction ahead with a road of major importance

Question 21

Which vehicle is in the correct position to make a right turn from a minor road onto a major road

Accepted Answer

1

Question 22

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Staggered crossroads ahead with roads of equal importance

Question 23

Which roads are learner permit holders not allowed to drive on

Accepted Answer

They may not drive on motorways

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

Apply firm pressure on the footbrake

Question 25

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Uneven surface ahead

Question 26

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

School children crossing ahead

Question 27

What should a driver do when approaching roadworks warning signs

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and be prepared to stop for works vehicles or a flagman

Question 28

At traffic lights a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on the left side nearside

Accepted Answer

Motorcyclists

Question 29

When should tyre pressure be checked

Accepted Answer

When the tyres are cold

Question 30

What should the driver do if there are cattle on the road ahead

Accepted Answer

The driver should reduce speed and pass them with care

Question 31

What advice should a driver give to passengers before opening doors

Accepted Answer

Check all around and open door with caution

Question 32

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Stop your vehicle

Question 33

When can a driver expect to encounter black ice

Accepted Answer

When the temperature drops close to freezing

Question 34

In general how frequently should a vehicles lights be checked

Accepted Answer

Daily before driving

Question 35

When driving at night the full headlights of a typical car should enable the driver to see for a distance of how many metres

Accepted Answer

100 metres

Question 36

What should a driver do if they encounter loose chippings on a road

Accepted Answer

Slow down and allow extra clearance to other traffic

Question 37

What should a driver do if their vehicle is broken down on a motorway and they are awaiting assistance

Accepted Answer

Switch on the vehicle hazard warning lights get out of the vehicle and stand safely to the side

Question 38

What should a driver be conscious of in this situation

Accepted Answer

People crossing the street at the rear of the bus

Question 39

What should the driver do in this situation

Accepted Answer

The driver may continue ahead with caution

Question 40

When stopped at traffic lights and the green light comes on what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Check that other road users have cleared the junction and move off with care

Question 41

Who is responsible for ensuring that a passenger under 17 years of age is wearing a seat belt while travelling in a car

Accepted Answer

The driver only

Question 42

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Maximum speed is 60 kmh

Question 43

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Yjunction ahead with roads of equal importance

Question 44

In this situation who should wait

Accepted Answer

The driver behind the stopped van should wait

Question 45

How can a driver help the environment

Accepted Answer

By reducing speed

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Mock Test 5

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

What should a driver do if they meet a vehicle with flashing amber beacons?

What does this sign mean?

What phrase is recommended for drivers to help them determine a safe distance from the vehicle in front on a dry road?

What colour traffic light comes on after a non-flashing amber light?

What does this sign mean?

What does this sign mean?

What should a driver do before starting a journey in adverse weather conditions?

What does this sign mean?

At what point is a vehicle load more likely to shift?

In dry weather how might a driver judge what is a safe following distance to vehicle in front?

Apart from the risk of skidding, what should the driver be aware of when driving in snow?

What does this sign mean?

When is a driver allowed to carry more passengers in a car than there are seat belts available?

What would be the effect of overloading a vehicle with passengers or goods?

When a driver wants to turn left into a property and there is a bus lane on the left, what should the driver do?

When should rear fog lights be used?

Unless otherwise indicated, what is the maximum permissible speed for cars or motorcycles on national roads?

How should a driver negotiate a steep hill or humpbacked bridge when the road is slippery?

What does this sign mean?

Which vehicle is in the correct position to make a right turn from a minor road onto a major road?

What does this sign mean?

Which roads are learner permit holders not allowed to drive on?

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

What does this sign mean?

What does this sign mean?

What should a driver do when approaching roadworks warning signs?

At traffic lights a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on the left side (nearside)?

When should tyre pressure be checked?

What should the driver do if there are cattle on the road ahead?

What advice should a driver give to passengers before opening doors?

What does this sign mean?

When can a driver expect to encounter black ice?

In general, how frequently should a vehicle's lights be checked?

When driving at night the full headlights of a typical car should enable the driver to see for a distance of how many metres?

What should a driver do if they encounter loose chippings on a road?

What should a driver do if their vehicle is broken down on a motorway and they are awaiting assistance?

What should a driver be conscious of in this situation?

What should the driver do in this situation?

When stopped at traffic lights and the green light comes on, what should a driver do?

Who is responsible for ensuring that a passenger under 17 years of age is wearing a seat belt while travelling in a car?

What does this sign mean?

What does this sign mean?

In this situation who should wait?

How can a driver help the environment?

Not enough to pass :-(

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