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 should a driver do if while driving they see children on the road ahead

Accepted Answer

Reduce speed and be prepared to stop if necessary

Question 2

When stopped at traffic lights a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on their left

Accepted Answer

Cyclists

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Motorcyclists

Question 4

What is a courtesy pedestrian crossing

Accepted Answer

An uncontrolled pedestrian crossing place

Question 5

What should the car driver be aware of in this situation

Accepted Answer

Slowing down and being prepared to react

Question 6

What should a driver do when they see joggers ahead on the left

Accepted Answer

Check the mirrors indicate and overtake allowing them sufficient clearance

Question 7

What should a driver do if the traffic light changes to green while pedestrians are still crossing at a pelican crossing

Accepted Answer

Wait patiently until they have finished crossing

Question 8

In slowmoving city traffic a driver should occasionally check their blind spots for which road users in particular

Accepted Answer

Cyclists

Question 9

When a driver intends to make a lefthand turn at a junction where there are pedestrians and cyclists present what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Check your mirrors and watch for cyclists or pedestrians on the left

Question 10

What should a driver do when driving at night on an unlit road

Accepted Answer

Watch out for unlit cyclists

Question 11

How can a pedestrian walking along a poorly lit road reduce the risk of an accident occurring

Accepted Answer

Wear high visibility clothing

Question 12

At traffic lights a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on the left side nearside

Accepted Answer

Motorcyclists

Question 13

What should a driver be most aware of in this situation

Accepted Answer

Children may unexpectedly run out from between parked cars

Question 14

What should a driver do when driving at night on an unlit road

Accepted Answer

Watch out for pedestrians wearing dark clothing

Question 15

When negotiating junctions which road users are particularly vulnerable

Accepted Answer

Motorcyclists

Question 16

What could happen if a driver parks on a footpath

Accepted Answer

Pedestrians could be impeded

Question 17

When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads what should a driver be aware of

Accepted Answer

Schoolchildren are more vulnerable on unlit country roads on dark winter mornings and evenings

Question 18

When driving on a road that has a potholed surface and there is a cyclist ahead what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Allow extra clearance in case the cyclist swerves to avoid a pothole

Question 19

What should a driver do when they see a slow moving vehicle up ahead being driven by a learner driver

Accepted Answer

Maintain a distance behind to avoid undue pressure

Question 20

When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads what should a driver be aware of

Accepted Answer

Cyclists are much more vulnerable in poor lighting conditions

Question 21

When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads what should a driver be aware of

Accepted Answer

That there could be vulnerable pedestrians walking on the road

Question 22

If it is safe to overtake a cyclist in speed zones over 50 kmh what is the recommended minimum passing distance

Accepted Answer

Allow a minimum of 15 metres

Question 23

If it is safe to overtake a cyclist in speed zones up to 50 kmh what is the recommended minimum passing distance

Accepted Answer

Allow a minimum of 1 metre

Question 24

At road junctions what type of road users are particularly vulnerable

Accepted Answer

Pedestrians

Question 25

When a driver intends to make a lefthand turn on a busy city street junction and there are pedestrians and cyclists around what should the driver do

Accepted Answer

Watch for cyclists or pedestrians who may try to cross the road in front of the vehicle

Question 26

A driver approaches a pelican crossing with a flashing amber light showing There is a pedestrian still on the road What should the driver do

Accepted Answer

Wait and let the pedestrian cross at their own pace

Question 27

What must a driver be prepared for in this situation

Accepted Answer

A child could turn back to collect the ball from the roadway

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

Pedestrians

Question 29

When stopped at traffic lights and the green light comes on but pedestrians are still crossing the road what should a driver do

Accepted Answer

Wait as long as necessary to enable them to complete the crossing

Question 30

At traffic lights a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on the left

Accepted Answer

Motorcyclists

Question 31

How is a learner driver likely to react in unusual traffic situations

Accepted Answer

Slower than an experienced driver

Question 32

When driving on a country road without footpaths what should a driver expect coming towards them on their side of the road

Accepted Answer

Pedestrians

Question 33

What should a driver be aware of when making a left turn into a side road

Accepted Answer

Cyclists may come up on the left nearside

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Vulnerable road users

What should a driver do if, while driving, they see children on the road ahead?

When stopped at traffic lights, a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on their left?

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

What is a courtesy pedestrian crossing?

What should the car driver be aware of in this situation?

What should a driver do when they see joggers ahead on the left?

What should a driver do if the traffic light changes to green while pedestrians are still crossing at a pelican crossing?

In slow-moving city traffic, a driver should occasionally check their blind spots for which road users in particular?

When a driver intends to make a left-hand turn at a junction where there are pedestrians and cyclists present, what should a driver do?

What should a driver do when driving at night on an unlit road?

How can a pedestrian walking along a poorly lit road reduce the risk of an accident occurring?

At traffic lights a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on the left side (nearside)?

What should a driver be most aware of in this situation?

What should a driver do when driving at night on an unlit road?

When negotiating junctions, which road users are particularly vulnerable?

What could happen if a driver parks on a footpath?

When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads, what should a driver be aware of?

When driving on a road that has a potholed surface and there is a cyclist ahead, what should a driver do?

What should a driver do when they see a slow moving vehicle up ahead being driven by a learner driver?

When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads, what should a driver be aware of?

When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads, what should a driver be aware of?

If it is safe to overtake a cyclist in speed zones over 50 km/h, what is the recommended minimum passing distance?

If it is safe to overtake a cyclist in speed zones up to 50 km/h, what is the recommended minimum passing distance?

At road junctions, what type of road users are particularly vulnerable?

When a driver intends to make a left-hand turn on a busy city street junction and there are pedestrians and cyclists around, what should the driver do?

A driver approaches a pelican crossing with a flashing amber light showing. There is a pedestrian still on the road. What should the driver do?

What must a driver be prepared for in this situation?

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

When stopped at traffic lights and the green light comes on but pedestrians are still crossing the road, what should a driver do?

At traffic lights, a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on the left?

How is a learner driver likely to react in unusual traffic situations?

When driving on a country road without footpaths, what should a driver expect coming towards them on their side of the road?

What should a driver be aware of when making a left turn into a side road?

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