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

Is tailgating allowed on a motorway or dual carriageway

Accepted Answer

No because the vehicle in front may stop suddenly

Question 2

How does continuous highspeed driving affect fuel consumption

Accepted Answer

It increases fuel consumption

Question 3

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Road narrows on both sides

Question 4

What does this road marking and information plate together mean

Accepted Answer

Parking not allowed at the times and days shown

Question 5

When driving along and wishing to use a handheld mobile phone what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Stop at a safe location before using the phone

Question 6

What is the main reason for maintaining the correct tyre pressures

Accepted Answer

To help provide optimum road holding

Question 7

What should a driver do if involved in an incident where there is damage to property only

Accepted Answer

It is not necessary to report it to the Garda provided it has been reported to the property owner

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Proceed after the motorcycle and bus have passed

Question 9

What should the driver do to secure the vehicle when changing a front nearside lefthand side wheel

Accepted Answer

Ensure that the vehicle cannot roll when jacked up

Question 10

How does rain affect driving in this situation

Accepted Answer

It increases the danger of skidding

Question 11

What should a driver do in this situation

Accepted Answer

Allow the pedestrian to cross the road

Question 12

What should a driver do to avoid having to make an emergency stop

Accepted Answer

Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front

Question 13

What should a driver do if they see a red warning triangle on the road

Accepted Answer

The driver should slow down and expect a hazard up ahead

Question 14

What should a driver do if they see a school bus stopped on the nearside left side of the road ahead

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and overtake with caution

Question 15

What should a driver be aware of in this situation

Accepted Answer

The cyclist may move onto the roadway without paying attention to moving traffic

Question 16

What traffic may use a withflow bus lane during the times specified on information signs at the start of the lane

Accepted Answer

Buses taxis and cyclists

Question 17

In this situation what should the driver in the righthand lane of the dual carriageway be aware of

Accepted Answer

Crosswinds may blow the rider into their path

Question 18

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Danger of falling rocks ahead

Question 19

A driver wants to pull out of a driveway and turn right onto the road At the same time a cyclist is approaching from the right and a pedestrian wants to cross Who must wait

Accepted Answer

The driver must wait

Question 20

What does this traffic light mean

Accepted Answer

The driver may proceed in the direction of the green arrow if the way is clear

Question 21

When driving on a hill how should a steep descent be negotiated in snow or frosty weather

Accepted Answer

Engage a lower gear early and use gentle braking applications to keep the speed down

Question 22

What do temporary traffic lights at road works mean

Accepted Answer

A driver must comply with the lights at all times

Question 23

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

YJunction where main road bears to the left

Question 24

In general how regularly should a vehicle be serviced

Accepted Answer

As per the manufacturers recommendation

Question 25

What traffic may use a contraflow bus lane

Accepted Answer

Buses on a scheduled service

Question 26

What traffic may use a cycle lane accompanied by a continuous white line

Accepted Answer

Cyclists and motorised wheelchairs

Question 27

When a vehicle is stopped in a tunnel due to congestion what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Switch off the engine

Question 28

When should tyre pressure be checked

Accepted Answer

When the tyres are cold

Question 29

Unless otherwise indicated what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a caravan on a motorway

Accepted Answer

80 kmh

Question 30

What is the purpose of a catalytic converter

Accepted Answer

It filters exhaust gases and reduces air pollution

Question 31

What should a driver do in the event of a breakdown or incident in a tunnel

Accepted Answer

Switch off the engine and switch on the hazard lights

Question 32

What are the drink driving penalties for a driver with a blood alcohol concentrate BAC of 80 mg to 100 mg per 100 millilitres of blood

Accepted Answer

400 fine and 6 months driving disqualification

Question 33

If a driver passes their test using a vehicle with automatic transmission which vehicles are they licensed to drive

Accepted Answer

Only automatic vehicles in the licence category

Question 34

What is the purpose of a catalytic converter

Accepted Answer

To reduce harmful exhaust emissions

Question 35

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Three hundred meters to the next exit

Question 36

Why is tailgating driving too close behind the vehicle in front dangerous

Accepted Answer

The vehicle will not have sufficient distance to stop safely in an emergency

Question 37

When driving at night and blinded by the lights of an oncoming vehicle what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Look towards the verge and slow down and stop if necessary

Question 38

What does this road marking mean

Accepted Answer

A driver must not cross the broken white line unless it is safe to do so

Question 39

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

End of motorway

Question 40

Is a driver still insured to drive their vehicle after their insurance policy has expired

Accepted Answer

The driver is not insured after the expiry of the policy

Question 41

Is a driver still insured to drive their vehicle after their insurance policy has expired

Accepted Answer

The driver is not insured after the expiry of the policy

Question 42

If the vehicles oilpressure gauge is reading low or the red oilpressure warning light comes on what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Drive to a safe place stop the vehicle and check the oil level

Question 43

What does this road marking and information plate together mean

Accepted Answer

Parking not allowed at the times shown

Question 44

What should a driver do when involved in an incident where nobody is injured but the vehicles are causing a danger or obstruction on the road

Accepted Answer

Take care when moving damaged vehicles and make every effort to warn other traffic

Question 45

What should a driver do when driving in slippery road conditions

Accepted Answer

Drive at lower speeds and use gentle acceleration and braking

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Mock Test 6

Is tailgating allowed on a motorway or dual carriageway?

How does continuous high-speed driving affect fuel consumption?

What does this sign mean?

What does this road marking and information plate together mean?

When driving along and wishing to use a hand-held mobile phone, what should a driver do?

What is the main reason for maintaining the correct tyre pressures?

What should a driver do if involved in an incident where there is damage to property only?

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

What should the driver do to secure the vehicle when changing a front nearside (left-hand side) wheel?

How does rain affect driving in this situation?

What should a driver do in this situation?

What should a driver do to avoid having to make an emergency stop?

What should a driver do if they see a red warning triangle on the road?

What should a driver do if they see a school bus stopped on the nearside (left side) of the road ahead?

What should a driver be aware of in this situation?

What traffic may use a with-flow bus lane during the times specified on information signs at the start of the lane?

In this situation, what should the driver in the right-hand lane of the dual carriageway be aware of?

What does this sign mean?

A driver wants to pull out of a driveway and turn right onto the road. At the same time a cyclist is approaching from the right and a pedestrian wants to cross. Who must wait?

What does this traffic light mean?

When driving on a hill, how should a steep descent be negotiated in snow or frosty weather?

What do temporary traffic lights at road works mean?

What does this sign mean?

In general how regularly should a vehicle be serviced?

What traffic may use a contra-flow bus lane?

What traffic may use a cycle lane accompanied by a continuous white line?

When a vehicle is stopped in a tunnel due to congestion what should a driver do?

When should tyre pressure be checked?

Unless otherwise indicated, what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a caravan on a motorway?

What is the purpose of a catalytic converter?

What should a driver do in the event of a breakdown or incident in a tunnel?

What are the drink driving penalties for a driver with a blood alcohol concentrate (BAC) of 80 mg to 100 mg per 100 millilitres of blood?

If a driver passes their test using a vehicle with automatic transmission, which vehicles are they licensed to drive?

What is the purpose of a catalytic converter?

What does this sign mean?

Why is tailgating (driving too close behind the vehicle in front) dangerous?

When driving at night and blinded by the lights of an oncoming vehicle, what should a driver do?

What does this road marking mean?

What does this sign mean?

Is a driver still insured to drive their vehicle after their insurance policy has expired?

Is a driver still insured to drive their vehicle after their insurance policy has expired?

If the vehicle's oil-pressure gauge is reading low or the red oil-pressure warning light comes on, what should a driver do?

What does this road marking and information plate together mean?

What should a driver do when involved in an incident where nobody is injured but the vehicles are causing a danger or obstruction on the road?

What should a driver do when driving in slippery road conditions?

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