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

When approaching a roundabout to whom should a driver give way

Accepted Answer

The driver must give way to traffic approaching from the right or already on the roundabout

Question 2

What should the driver do if there are children playing at the edge of the roadway

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed drive cautiously and remain ready to brake

Question 3

There are pedestrians on the footpath ahead and there are pools of water on the road What should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and try to avoid the pools of water so as not to splash the pedestrians

Question 4

What effect does a wet road surface have on a vehicles braking ability

Accepted Answer

Generally it doubles the braking distance of that required on a dry surface

Question 5

What do flashing amber lights at a pelican crossing mean

Accepted Answer

Stop and give way to pedestrians proceed if the way is clear

Question 6

What should a driver do if the righthand headlight bulb fails when driving at night

Accepted Answer

Have the bulb replaced immediately

Question 7

When must a current tax disc be displayed on a new vehicle on a public road

Accepted Answer

At all times when the vehicle is on a public road

Question 8

What should the driver do in this situation

Accepted Answer

The driver may turn in front of the other two cars

Question 9

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Maximum speed is 80 kmh

Question 10

When is it safe for a driver to use the main beam headlights when driving at night

Accepted Answer

When there is no oncoming traffic

Question 11

What does this hand signal mean

Accepted Answer

The driver intends to proceed straight ahead

Question 12

How can a driver help the environment

Accepted Answer

By reducing speed

Question 13

According to the PreCrash Report what age group had the highest number of passenger deaths in collisions where alcohol was a factor

Accepted Answer

1724 years

Question 14

What should a driver do at an amber traffic light

Accepted Answer

Stop at the line unless it is not safe to do so

Question 15

What does the broken yellow line road marking mean

Accepted Answer

The edge of the carriageway or hard shoulder

Question 16

After changing a wheel on a vehicle which of the following should be checked soon afterwards

Accepted Answer

The wheel nuts

Question 17

What do flashing amber beacons on an oncoming vehicle alert a driver to

Accepted Answer

That the oncoming vehicle may be slow moving or extra wide

Question 18

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Automatic level crossing ahead

Question 19

What would happen if a driver cuts in too soon when overtaking another vehicle

Accepted Answer

It would force the other vehicle to suddenly slow or change direction causing danger

Question 20

What colour traffic light comes on after a nonflashing amber light

Accepted Answer

Red only

Question 21

What should a driver do in this situation

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and be prepared to stop as other children could follow

Question 22

What is the purpose of the red reflectors at the rear of a vehicle

Accepted Answer

They reflect light at night to make other road users aware of the vehicle

Question 23

With regard to tyres what should a driver do before starting a long journey

Accepted Answer

Check the tyres are inflated to normal air pressure

Question 24

In wet weather how might a driver judge what is a safe following distance from the vehicle in front

Accepted Answer

By allowing at least four seconds to elapse between the vehicle in front and the drivers own vehicle passing a fixed point

Question 25

A driver notices that the wiper blades are worn What should they do

Accepted Answer

Have the blades replaced as soon as possible

Question 26

What should a driver do if they intend to reverse their vehicle into an area which they cannot see

Accepted Answer

Ask someone to guide you when reversing

Question 27

What effect could an unevenly distributed load have on a vehicle

Accepted Answer

It could make the vehicle unstable while turning

Question 28

What should a driver do if they drive past their intended exit by mistake

Accepted Answer

Drive on and leave at the next exit

Question 29

What should a driver do if they wish to drive across a busy road and the traffic lights which normally control the junction are temporarily out of action

Accepted Answer

Take good observation wait for a clear break in the traffic and proceed to cross the road safely

Question 30

When is parking permitted on a footpath

Accepted Answer

It is never permitted to park on a footpath

Question 31

How should a child restraint system be fitted in a vehicle

Accepted Answer

It should be fitted in accordance with the manufacturers instructions

Question 32

What is a courtesy pedestrian crossing

Accepted Answer

An uncontrolled pedestrian crossing place

Question 33

Which of the following road users are most vulnerable in slowmoving city traffic

Accepted Answer

Pedestrians

Question 34

How should a driver react to emergency services vehicles with flashing blue lights andor sirens on

Accepted Answer

Check their mirrors before looking for space to move aside

Question 35

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Loose chippings on road

Question 36

What does this hand signal mean

Accepted Answer

The cyclist intends to turn left

Question 37

What is a likely consequence of sudden braking

Accepted Answer

The vehicle could be hit from behind

Question 38

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Start of central reserve or obstruction

Question 39

When a vehicle is being driven by a person who is not the owner who is responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is taxed and that a current tax disc is displayed

Accepted Answer

The driver andor the owner of the vehicle are responsible

Question 40

What is the maximum gross weight of a vehicle that may be driven by the holder of a Category B driving licence

Accepted Answer

3500 kilograms

Question 41

What do flashing amber arrows indicate at a junction

Accepted Answer

When safe drivers should proceed in the direction indicated

Question 42

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Uturn not permitted

Question 43

What effect could a reartyre blowout have on a vehicle

Accepted Answer

It could cause the vehicle to sway from side to side

Question 44

What do flashing amber lights at a pelican crossing mean

Accepted Answer

Stop and give way to pedestrians proceed if the way is clear

Question 45

What does this hand signal mean

Accepted Answer

The cyclist intends to turn left

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Mock Test 8

When approaching a roundabout, to whom should a driver give way ?

What should the driver do if there are children playing at the edge of the roadway?

There are pedestrians on the footpath ahead and there are pools of water on the road. What should a driver do?

What effect does a wet road surface have on a vehicle's braking ability?

What do flashing amber lights at a pelican crossing mean?

What should a driver do if the right-hand headlight bulb fails when driving at night?

When must a current tax disc be displayed on a new vehicle on a public road?

What should the driver do in this situation?

What does this sign mean?

When is it safe for a driver to use the main beam headlights when driving at night?

What does this hand signal mean?

How can a driver help the environment?

According to the Pre-Crash Report, what age group had the highest number of passenger deaths in collisions where alcohol was a factor?

What should a driver do at an amber traffic light?

What does the broken yellow line road marking mean?

After changing a wheel on a vehicle, which of the following should be checked soon afterwards?

What do flashing amber beacons on an oncoming vehicle alert a driver to?

What does this sign mean?

What would happen if a driver cuts in too soon when overtaking another vehicle?

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

What should a driver do in this situation?

What is the purpose of the red reflectors at the rear of a vehicle?

With regard to tyres, what should a driver do before starting a long journey?

In wet weather how might a driver judge what is a safe following distance from the vehicle in front?

A driver notices that the wiper blades are worn. What should they do?

What should a driver do if they intend to reverse their vehicle into an area which they cannot see?

What effect could an unevenly distributed load have on a vehicle?

What should a driver do if they drive past their intended exit by mistake?

What should a driver do if they wish to drive across a busy road and the traffic lights which normally control the junction are temporarily out of action?

When is parking permitted on a footpath?

How should a child restraint system be fitted in a vehicle?

What is a courtesy pedestrian crossing?

Which of the following road users are most vulnerable in slow-moving city traffic?

How should a driver react to emergency services vehicles with flashing blue lights and/or sirens on?

What does this sign mean?

What does this hand signal mean?

What is a likely consequence of sudden braking?

What does this sign mean?

When a vehicle is being driven by a person who is not the owner, who is responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is taxed and that a current tax disc is displayed?

What is the maximum gross weight of a vehicle that may be driven by the holder of a Category B driving licence?

What do flashing amber arrows indicate at a junction?

What does this sign mean?

What effect could a rear-tyre blow-out have on a vehicle?

What do flashing amber lights at a pelican crossing mean?

What does this hand signal mean?

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