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

Who can use a signed cycle track accompanied by a continuous white line on the lefthand side

Accepted Answer

Cyclists and users of motorised wheelchairs

Question 2

How can sunlight affect visibility in a car with grimy windows

Accepted Answer

It can seriously reduce visibility

Question 3

What clearance should drivers normally allow for when passing parked vehicles

Accepted Answer

A door width

Question 4

When is parking permitted on a footpath

Accepted Answer

It is never permitted to park on a footpath

Question 5

What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill

Accepted Answer

There may be a slow moving vehicle in your lane

Question 6

According to the PreCrash Report which gender was more likely to drink and drive and be involved a fatal collision

Accepted Answer

Males

Question 7

When is it permitted to force oncoming traffic onto the hard shoulder on the opposite side of the road while overtaking

Accepted Answer

It is not permitted to force oncoming traffic onto the hard shoulder while overtaking

Question 8

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 9

What should the driver allow for when following the bus on an icy road

Accepted Answer

A longer braking distance is required

Question 10

What should a driver be aware of when driving through a section of road where roadworks are ongoing

Accepted Answer

Narrower lanes than usual and restricted shoulder areas

Question 11

What specific observations should a driver make before reversing a vehicle fitted with an external audible warning device

Accepted Answer

Observations should be made to the front sides and rear of the vehicle including blind spots

Question 12

If a driver applies the foot brake and hears a scraping noise what is the most likely cause

Accepted Answer

The brake linings or pads are worn

Question 13

Before driving through a tunnel what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Check that you have sufficient fuel

Question 14

What procedure should a driver follow when intending to overtake a cyclist travelling in the same direction up ahead

Accepted Answer

Mirror check indicate and move out if it is safe to do so

Question 15

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Clearway no stopping or parking during the times shown

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Cyclists and motorised wheelchairs

Question 17

What lights should a vehicle show at dusk

Accepted Answer

Dipped headlights

Question 18

What effect does low tyrepressure have on a vehicle

Accepted Answer

Braking and cornering are impaired

Question 19

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Possibility of low flying aircraft

Question 20

Which car if any is parked incorrectly

Accepted Answer

Both cars

Question 21

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Sharp change of direction to the right

Question 22

What position should a driver generally adopt on approach to a roundabout when intending to take the first exit to the left

Accepted Answer

Approach in the lefthand lane

Question 23

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Possibility of sheep ahead

Question 24

What should a driver do in this situation when intending to turn left

Accepted Answer

Yield to pedestrians already crossing

Question 25

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 26

What does a 2plus1 road have

Accepted Answer

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

Question 27

What distance before a zebra crossing is parking prohibited

Accepted Answer

15 metres

Question 28

What does this light mean

Accepted Answer

The highbeam headlights are switched on

Question 29

What can be achieved by the driving style known as EcoDriving

Accepted Answer

Increased fuel efficiency

Question 30

When should rear fog lights be used

Accepted Answer

In dense fog or falling snow

Question 31

What does this hand signal mean

Accepted Answer

The cyclist intends to go straight on

Question 32

What should a driver do to secure the towing vehicle before unhitching a trailer

Accepted Answer

Apply the handbrake switch off the ignition and engage a low gear

Question 33

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Crosswinds ahead

Question 34

What does this sign mean

Accepted Answer

Traffic queues likely ahead

Question 35

Is a learner driver permitted to drive unaccompanied if they have the consent of the vehicle owner

Accepted Answer

No a learner driver is not permitted to drive unaccompanied even with the owners consent

Question 36

What is the safest practice when driving on icy roads

Accepted Answer

Drive at a slower speed than usual using gentle acceleration and braking

Question 37

If the vehicles windows are covered with ice what should the driver do

Accepted Answer

Fully clear ice from all windows

Question 38

What effect does carrying a load have on a vehicles braking ability

Accepted Answer

It increases the distance required to stop

Question 39

What should a driver do when overtaking parked vehicles in a residential area

Accepted Answer

Allow sufficient clearance when passing

Question 40

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

Accepted Answer

Take off sunglasses

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Practice Test 8

Who can use a signed cycle track accompanied by a continuous white line on the left-hand side?

How can sunlight affect visibility in a car with grimy windows?

What clearance should drivers normally allow for when passing parked vehicles?

When is parking permitted on a footpath?

What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?

According to the Pre-Crash Report, which gender was more likely to drink and drive and be involved a fatal collision?

When is it permitted to force oncoming traffic onto the hard shoulder on the opposite side of the road while overtaking?

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

What should the driver allow for when following the bus on an icy road?

What should a driver be aware of when driving through a section of road where roadworks are ongoing?

What specific observations should a driver make before reversing a vehicle fitted with an external audible warning device?

If a driver applies the foot brake and hears a scraping noise, what is the most likely cause?

Before driving through a tunnel, what should a driver do?

What procedure should a driver follow when intending to overtake a cyclist travelling in the same direction up ahead?

What does this sign mean?

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

What lights should a vehicle show at dusk?

What effect does low tyre-pressure have on a vehicle?

What does this sign mean?

Which car, if any, is parked incorrectly?

What does this sign mean?

What position should a driver generally adopt on approach to a roundabout when intending to take the first exit to the left?

What does this sign mean?

What should a driver do in this situation when intending to turn left?

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?

What does a 2-plus-1 road have?

What distance before a zebra crossing is parking prohibited?

What does this light mean?

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

When should rear fog lights be used?

What does this hand signal mean?

What should a driver do to secure the towing vehicle before unhitching a trailer?

What does this sign mean?

What does this sign mean?

Is a learner driver permitted to drive unaccompanied if they have the consent of the vehicle owner?

What is the safest practice when driving on icy roads?

If the vehicle's windows are covered with ice, what should the driver do?

What effect does carrying a load have on a vehicle's braking ability?

What should a driver do when overtaking parked vehicles in a residential area?

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

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