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

What is the likely effect of motorists rubbernecking at the scene of a traffic incident

Accepted Answer

It can cause additional incidents as drivers become distracted

Question 2

When driving behind a heavy goods vehicle that is signalling to turn right what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Stay behind until there is sufficient space to overtake it on the inside or until it has completed the turn

Question 3

What should a driver do when an emergency service vehicle approaches with flashing blue lights

Accepted Answer

React quickly safely and carefully to allow the emergency service vehicle to pass

Question 4

How are emergency vehicles identified

Accepted Answer

By flashing red or blue lights

Question 5

What should a driver do if a front tyre bursts while driving

Accepted Answer

Grip the steering wheel firmly

Question 6

Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency

Accepted Answer

Ambulance

Question 7

What action should a driver take when they meet a vehicle with flashing blue lights

Accepted Answer

Move to the left reduce speed and stop if necessary

Question 8

When should a driver use hazard warning lights on a motorway

Accepted Answer

When the vehicle has broken down

Question 9

What should a driver do if their vehicle gets a puncture on a motorway

Accepted Answer

Pull in where safe on the hard shoulder and call for assistance

Question 10

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 11

What can cause a vehicle to skid

Accepted Answer

Excessive heavy braking

Question 12

Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency

Accepted Answer

Fire brigade

Question 13

Can a driver break a red light or break the speed limit to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass

Accepted Answer

No a driver should never break a red light or speed up to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass

Question 14

What precautions could a driver take against the risk of fire in their vehicle

Accepted Answer

Carry a suitable fire extinguisher in the vehicle

Question 15

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 16

What should a driver do when they see road works machinery with amber flashing lights up ahead

Accepted Answer

Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary

Question 17

What should a driver never do when an emergency service vehicle approaches with flashing blue lights

Accepted Answer

Brake suddenly or block the road

Question 18

What should a driver do if an ambulance is stopped up ahead with its flashing blue lights on

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and prepare to stop if necessary

Question 19

Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency

Accepted Answer

Garda

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What is the likely effect of motorists 'rubbernecking' at the scene of a traffic incident?

When driving behind a heavy goods vehicle that is signalling to turn right, what should a driver do?

What should a driver do when an emergency service vehicle approaches with flashing blue lights?

How are emergency vehicles identified?

What should a driver do if a front tyre bursts while driving?

Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency?

What action should a driver take when they meet a vehicle with flashing blue lights?

When should a driver use hazard warning lights on a motorway?

What should a driver do if their vehicle gets a puncture on a motorway?

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

What can cause a vehicle to skid?

Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency?

Can a driver break a red light or break the speed limit to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass?

What precautions could a driver take against the risk of fire in their vehicle?

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

What should a driver do when they see road works machinery with amber flashing lights up ahead?

What should a driver never do when an emergency service vehicle approaches with flashing blue lights?

What should a driver do if an ambulance is stopped up ahead with its flashing blue lights on?

Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency?

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