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UK Motorcycle Theory Test Practice 2026

Practise for the DVSA motorcycle and moped theory test in Great Britain. The multiple-choice part has 50 questions in 57 minutes, and you need 43 to pass, as well as passing the hazard perception part. These questions cover CBT, licence categories, riding skills, hazards and the Highway Code rules for riders.

  • Motorfiets
  • Verenigd Koninkrijk
  • 190 vragen
  • Gecontroleerd op 10 oktober 2026

Kort antwoord

Het officiële examen heeft 50 vragen. Geslaagd: 43 of 50 in the multiple-choice part, and 44 of 75 in the hazard perception part. Tijdslimiet: 57 minuten. Afgenomen door: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). Minimumleeftijd: 16 for a moped (up to 50cc); 17 for a motorcycle. Oefen hier gratis met 190 vragen, elk met het antwoord en een uitleg. Gecontroleerd aan de hand van officiële bronnen op 10 oktober 2026.

Lees dit voordat je gaat oefenenBegin met de UK Motorcycle Theory Test Study Guide: notities in begrijpelijke taal, schema’s en de getallen die je moet onthouden.

  1. Vraag 1 van 25

    What must you usually complete before you ride a moped or motorcycle on the road as a learner?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. Compulsory basic training (CBT)

    CBT is a course you usually have to take before you ride a moped or motorcycle on the road.

  2. Vraag 2 van 25

    Which statement about compulsory basic training (CBT) is correct?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. It is a training course, not a test you pass or fail

    CBT is not a test. It is a course, and you complete it when your trainer is happy you can ride safely.

  3. Vraag 3 van 25

    You are 17 and have a CBT certificate. What is the largest motorcycle you may ride as a learner?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Up to 125cc, with a power output up to 11kW

    At 17 or over, CBT lets you ride a motorcycle up to 125cc with a power output up to 11kW.

  4. Vraag 4 van 25

    What is the minimum age to ride a moped on the road after completing CBT?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. 16

    You can ride a moped after CBT if you are 16 or over.

  5. Vraag 5 van 25

    What must a learner rider in England or Scotland display on their machine?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. L plates

    Learner riders must use L plates. In Wales, L or D plates can be used.

  6. Vraag 6 van 25

    After you complete CBT, how long do you have to pass your full moped or motorcycle test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. 2 years

    You must pass your full test within 2 years of CBT, or take CBT again or stop riding.

  7. Vraag 7 van 25

    What is the maximum fine for riding without a valid CBT certificate?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. £1,000, with up to 6 penalty points

    Riding without a valid CBT certificate can lead to a fine of up to £1,000 and up to 6 penalty points.

  8. Vraag 8 van 25

    May a rider with a provisional motorcycle licence carry a pillion passenger?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. No, never

    Rule 85: provisional licence holders must not carry a pillion passenger.

  9. Vraag 9 van 25

    May a rider with a provisional motorcycle licence use a motorway?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. No, they must not use motorways

    Rule 253: holders of provisional motorcycle licences must not use motorways.

  10. Vraag 10 van 25

    Which vehicles does licence category AM cover?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Mopeds with a top speed between 25 and 45 km/h

    Category AM covers two-wheeled mopeds with a speed range of 25 to 45 km/h, plus some small three-wheelers and light quadricycles.

  11. Vraag 11 van 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A1 (light motorcycle) licence?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 17

    You can get a category A1 licence from 17, after CBT, the theory test and the practical test.

  12. Vraag 12 van 25

    What are the limits for a category A1 light motorcycle?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Up to 125cc and up to 11kW

    A1 covers light motorcycles up to 125cc and up to 11kW, with a power-to-weight ratio of no more than 0.1kW per kg.

  13. Vraag 13 van 25

    What is the maximum power of a motorcycle you may ride on a category A2 licence?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 35kW

    A2 covers motorcycles up to 35kW, with a power-to-weight ratio of no more than 0.2kW per kg.

  14. Vraag 14 van 25

    What is the minimum age for a category A2 licence?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. 19

    The minimum age for category A2 is 19.

  15. Vraag 15 van 25

    What is the minimum age to get a category A (unrestricted) licence through direct access?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. 24

    Direct access to category A is from 24. Through progressive access, you can get it at 21.

  16. Vraag 16 van 25

    You are 21 and have held an A2 licence for 2 years. How can you get a category A licence?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Pass a further practical test

    Progressive access to category A needs at least 2 years on an A2 licence and a practical test.

  17. Vraag 17 van 25

    Which category is granted automatically with category AM?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Category Q

    Category Q, for mopeds with a top speed of 25 km/h, is granted with AM.

  18. Vraag 18 van 25

    When can you take the motorcycle theory test in relation to CBT?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Before or after CBT

    You can take the motorcycle theory test before or after compulsory basic training.

  19. Vraag 19 van 25

    You hold a full car licence. Do you need to pass the motorcycle theory test before the motorcycle test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Yes

    Car licence holders must pass the motorcycle theory test before taking the motorcycle test.

  20. Vraag 20 van 25

    What can joining the enhanced rider scheme after your test give you?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Better skills and possible insurance discounts

    The enhanced rider scheme is optional training after your test. Completing it may get you insurance discounts.

  21. Vraag 21 van 25

    What must be in order before you ride your own motorcycle on the road as a learner?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. It must be taxed, insured, have an MOT if needed and a valid V5C

    Your own vehicle must have a valid V5C, be taxed, have an MOT if needed and have proper insurance.

  22. Vraag 22 van 25

    You passed your test 18 months ago and now have 6 penalty points. What happens?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. Your licence is revoked

    If you get 6 or more points within 2 years of passing your test, your licence is revoked.

  23. Vraag 23 van 25

    How many multiple-choice questions are in the motorcycle theory test, and how long do you have?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 50 questions in 57 minutes

    You have 57 minutes to answer 50 multiple-choice questions.

  24. Vraag 24 van 25

    What is the pass mark for the multiple-choice part of the motorcycle theory test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. 43 out of 50

    You need 43 out of 50 in the multiple-choice part.

  25. Vraag 25 van 25

    How many video clips are in the hazard perception part of the motorcycle theory test?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 14

    You watch 14 clips. One of them has 2 developing hazards.

Wat je moet weten voor het examen

  • You need a provisional motorcycle licence to book. You can take the test from 16 for a moped and from 17 for a motorcycle, before or after CBT.
  • The multiple-choice part has 50 questions in 57 minutes, and the pass mark is 43. From 29 October 2026, three questions are about a short silent video instead of a case study.
  • The hazard perception part has 14 clips with 15 developing hazards. Each hazard scores up to 5 points, and the pass mark is 44 out of 75.
  • You must pass both parts. If you fail, wait at least 3 working days and take the whole test again.
  • The pass certificate lasts 2 years. You must pass both modules of the motorcycle test in that time.
  • After CBT you have 2 years to pass your theory and practical tests, or you must take CBT again.

Veelgestelde vragen

How many questions are in the UK motorcycle theory test?

50 multiple-choice questions in 57 minutes, then a hazard perception test with 14 video clips.

What is the pass mark for the motorcycle theory test?

43 out of 50 for the multiple-choice questions and 44 out of 75 for hazard perception. You must pass both parts.

Do I need CBT before the motorcycle theory test?

No. You can take the theory test before or after compulsory basic training, but you need a provisional motorcycle licence to book it.

I have a car licence. Do I still need the motorcycle theory test?

Yes. Car licence holders must pass the motorcycle theory test before taking the motorcycle test.

How long is the motorcycle theory certificate valid?

Two years. If you do not pass both modules of the motorcycle test in that time, you must pass the theory test again.

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