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

Accepted Answer

Allow sufficient clearance when passing

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

It increases the distance required to stop

Question 3

What clearance should drivers normally allow for when passing parked vehicles

Accepted Answer

A door width

Question 4

What is a likely consequence of sudden braking

Accepted Answer

The vehicle could be hit from behind

Question 5

What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 100 kmh on a dry road

Accepted Answer

70 metres

Question 6

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 7

What should a driver do when travelling downhill on snow or ice

Accepted Answer

Select an appropriate gear and brake gently to control speed

Question 8

What lights should a driver use when driving in dense fog

Accepted Answer

Drive with dipped headlights and fog lights

Question 9

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 10

What should a driver do when driving in slippery road conditions

Accepted Answer

Drive at lower speeds and use gentle acceleration and braking

Question 11

What effect does towing a loaded trailer have on stopping ability

Accepted Answer

It increases the stopping distance

Question 12

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 13

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 14

Which of the following affects the braking distance of a vehicle

Accepted Answer

The speed and weight of the vehicle

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

36 metres

Question 16

Why does it take longer to stop the vehicle on a wet road

Accepted Answer

The tyres have less road grip than in dry weather

Question 17

What stopping distance should a driver allow for when driving in snow or icy conditions

Accepted Answer

Up to ten times the normal distance

Question 18

What should a driver do when driving in dense fog

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and use dipped headlights

Question 19

What effect does patches of oil or diesel have on a road surface

Accepted Answer

It reduces the tyre surface grip

Question 20

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 21

How does driving at high speed affect a vehicles road holding

Accepted Answer

The road holding ability of the vehicle is reduced

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

25 metres

Question 23

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 24

What is the effect on the control of the vehicle if there is a film of water between the vehicles tyres and the road surface

Accepted Answer

Steering and braking will be less effective

Question 25

After overtaking another vehicle what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Gradually move back into the left when the vehicle has been passed

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

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

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

What is a likely consequence of sudden braking?

What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 100 km/h on a dry road?

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

What should a driver do when travelling downhill on snow or ice?

What lights should a driver use when driving in dense fog?

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

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

What effect does towing a loaded trailer have on stopping ability?

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

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

Which of the following affects the braking distance of a vehicle?

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

Why does it take longer to stop the vehicle on a wet road?

What stopping distance should a driver allow for when driving in snow or icy conditions?

What should a driver do when driving in dense fog?

What effect does patches of oil or diesel have on a road surface?

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

How does driving at high speed affect a vehicle's road holding?

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

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

What is the effect on the control of the vehicle if there is a film of water between the vehicle's tyres and the road surface?

After overtaking another vehicle, what should a driver do?

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