UK Motorcycle Theory Test Practice 2026: Practice test 2

1. Question 1 of 25

   What is the pass mark for the hazard perception part of the motorcycle theory test?

   • A50 out of 75
   • B43 out of 50
   • C44 out of 75
   • D60 out of 75
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   Answer: C. 44 out of 75

   You need 44 out of 75 in the hazard perception part. You must pass both parts.

2. Question 2 of 25

   In the hazard perception test, how many points can you score for each developing hazard?

   • AUp to 2
   • BUp to 10
   • CUp to 5
   • DExactly 1
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   Answer: C. Up to 5

   You can score up to 5 points for each developing hazard. Responding early scores more.

3. Question 3 of 25

   In the hazard perception test, what score do you get for a clip if you click continuously or in a pattern?

   • AYou get extra points
   • BNothing; it is allowed
   • CYou lose points from the multiple-choice part
   • DYou score nothing for that clip
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   Answer: D. You score nothing for that clip

   Clicking continuously or in a pattern scores nothing for that clip.

4. Question 4 of 25

   How long does a motorcycle theory test pass certificate last?

   • A5 years
   • B2 years
   • C6 months
   • D1 year
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   Answer: B. 2 years

   The pass certificate lasts 2 years. You must pass both modules of the motorcycle test in that time.

5. Question 5 of 25

   You fail your motorcycle theory test. How soon can you take it again?

   • AThe next day
   • BAfter 2 weeks
   • CAfter at least 3 working days
   • DAfter 3 months
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   Answer: C. After at least 3 working days

   You must wait at least 3 working days, and you take both parts again even if you passed one.

6. Question 6 of 25

   From what age can you take the motorcycle theory test for a motorcycle (not a moped)?

   • AFrom your 21st birthday
   • BFrom your 17th birthday
   • CFrom your 18th birthday
   • DFrom your 16th birthday
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   Answer: B. From your 17th birthday

   You can take the motorcycle theory test from 17. For a moped, it is from 16.

7. Question 7 of 25

   For motorcycle theory tests on or after 29 October 2026, what are 3 of the multiple-choice questions based on?

   • AAn audio recording
   • BA written case study
   • CA short, silent video of a normal riding situation
   • DA photo of a road sign
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   Answer: C. A short, silent video of a normal riding situation

   From 29 October 2026, three questions are about a short silent video, which you can watch as many times as you like.

8. Question 8 of 25

   When must a motorcyclist and pillion passenger wear a protective helmet?

   • AOn all journeys
   • BOnly on motorways
   • COnly at night
   • DOnly on roads over 30 mph
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   Answer: A. On all journeys

   Rule 83: riders and pillion passengers on motorcycles, scooters and mopeds must wear a protective helmet on all journeys.

9. Question 9 of 25

   Who does not have to wear a motorcycle helmet by law?

   • AA rider on a moped
   • BA follower of the Sikh religion wearing a turban
   • CA rider on a short trip
   • DA rider over 60
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   Answer: B. A follower of the Sikh religion wearing a turban

   Rule 83: Sikhs wearing a turban are exempt from the helmet law.

10. Question 10 of 25

    Besides being the right type, what must be true of your helmet?

    • AIt must comply with the regulations and be fastened securely
    • BIt must be black
    • CIt must be less than one year old
    • DIt must have a mirrored visor
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    Answer: A. It must comply with the regulations and be fastened securely

    Rule 83: helmets must comply with the regulations and be fastened securely.

11. Question 11 of 25

    What should you check on your helmet visor before every journey?

    • AThat it has stickers on it
    • BThat it is tinted
    • CThat it is open
    • DThat it is clean and in good condition
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    Answer: D. That it is clean and in good condition

    Rule 83: check that your visor is clean and in good condition before each journey.

12. Question 12 of 25

    What must be true of any eye protectors you wear?

    • AThey must be tinted
    • BThey must be prescription glasses
    • CThey must be worn only at night
    • DThey must comply with the regulations
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    Answer: D. They must comply with the regulations

    Rule 84: eye protectors must comply with the regulations. Scratched or poorly fitting ones can limit your view.

13. Question 13 of 25

    Why should you think about ear protection on longer rides?

    • AWind noise can damage your hearing and add to tiredness
    • BIt helps you hear sirens
    • CIt keeps your helmet in place
    • DIt is required by law
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    Answer: A. Wind noise can damage your hearing and add to tiredness

    Rule 84 advises riders to consider ear protection. Long exposure to wind noise can damage hearing.

14. Question 14 of 25

    How can you make yourself more visible to other road users in daylight?

    • ARide without lights
    • BWear dark clothing
    • CRide close to the kerb
    • DWear fluorescent clothing or strips and a light or brightly coloured helmet
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    Answer: D. Wear fluorescent clothing or strips and a light or brightly coloured helmet

    Rule 86: light or brightly coloured helmets and fluorescent clothing or strips help others see you in daylight.

15. Question 15 of 25

    What should you wear to be seen when riding in the dark?

    • AFluorescent clothing only
    • BReflective clothing or strips
    • CA dark helmet
    • DA tinted visor
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    Answer: B. Reflective clothing or strips

    Rule 87: wear reflective clothing or strips so other vehicles’ headlights pick you out from further away.

16. Question 16 of 25

    Item 1 in the diagram is a full-face helmet. Why does it give more protection than an open-face helmet?

    • AIt also covers your chin and face
    • BIt does not need fastening
    • CIt lets more air reach your face
    • DIt is lighter
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    Answer: A. It also covers your chin and face

    A full-face helmet protects your chin and face as well as your head.

17. Question 17 of 25

    Item 6 in the diagram shows boots. Why should motorcycle boots cover your ankles?

    • AThey make gear changes faster
    • BThey are lighter than shoes
    • CThey keep the footrests clean
    • DThey protect your feet and ankles and give support
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    Answer: D. They protect your feet and ankles and give support

    Strong boots that cover the ankles protect your feet and lower legs in a fall. Rule 84 says strong boots, gloves and suitable clothing may help protect you.

18. Question 18 of 25

    Item 4 in the diagram shows gloves. Which gloves give a rider the best protection?

    • AFingerless gloves
    • BThin cotton gloves
    • CNo gloves, for a better feel of the controls
    • DFull-fingered gloves made for motorcycling
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    Answer: D. Full-fingered gloves made for motorcycling

    Motorcycle gloves protect your hands in a fall and from cold, which helps you keep control.

19. Question 19 of 25

    What is the minimum legal tyre tread depth for a motorcycle over 50cc?

    • A1.6 mm across the full width
    • BAny visible tread
    • C1 mm across three-quarters of the tread width, in a continuous band all the way round
    • D3 mm across the centre only
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    Answer: C. 1 mm across three-quarters of the tread width, in a continuous band all the way round

    Annex 6: motorcycle tyres need at least 1 mm of tread across three-quarters of the breadth and in a continuous band around the entire circumference.

20. Question 20 of 25

    When should you check your motorcycle’s tyre pressures?

    • AOnly when a tyre looks flat
    • BOnly at an MOT
    • CWhen the tyres are cold
    • DStraight after a long ride
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    Answer: C. When the tyres are cold

    Tyres warm up as you ride, which raises the reading. Check pressures cold, using the figures in your handbook.

21. Question 21 of 25

    What should you check on a motorcycle drive chain?

    • AThat it is completely dry
    • BThat it is as tight as possible
    • CThat it has the correct slack and is lubricated
    • DNothing; chains never wear
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    Answer: C. That it has the correct slack and is lubricated

    A chain that is too loose or too tight can wear quickly or come off. Adjust and lubricate it as the handbook says.

22. Question 22 of 25

    Which lights and equipment should you check before every ride?

    • AOnly the horn
    • BOnly the number plate
    • CLights, indicators, brake light and horn
    • DOnly the headlight
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    Answer: C. Lights, indicators, brake light and horn

    Make sure all lights, indicators, the brake light and the horn work. Annex 6 says lights, indicators and reflectors must be kept clean and clear.

23. Question 23 of 25

    You notice oil or fuel dripping from your motorcycle. What should you do?

    • AWipe the floor and ignore it
    • BFind and fix the leak before you ride
    • CRide carefully and check it later
    • DAdd more oil and ride
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    Answer: B. Find and fix the leak before you ride

    A leak can make the bike unsafe and may get onto a tyre. Have it fixed before you ride.

24. Question 24 of 25

    When should you adjust your mirrors?

    • ANever; they are fixed
    • BBefore you ride, while sitting on the motorcycle in your riding position
    • CWhile riding on the motorway
    • DOnly after a near miss
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    Answer: B. Before you ride, while sitting on the motorcycle in your riding position

    Set your mirrors before you move off, from your normal riding position.

25. Question 25 of 25

    During your checks, you open the throttle and let go. What should happen?

    • AIt should snap back closed by itself
    • BThe engine should stop
    • CIt should stay open
    • DThe horn should sound
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    Answer: A. It should snap back closed by itself

    A throttle that does not close by itself is dangerous. Get it repaired before riding.

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The real test: 43 of 50 in the multiple-choice part, and 44 of 75 in the hazard perception part