How many questions are on the NZ learner licence theory test?

There are 35 multiple-choice questions, and you must answer at least 32 correctly to pass.

Is there a time limit on the theory test?

We could not confirm an official time limit on the sources we checked, so our mock exam is not timed. Ask your licensing agent if you are unsure.

What do I need to bring to the learner licence test?

Bring evidence of identity, such as a passport or birth certificate, proof of your New Zealand address, your glasses or contact lenses if you wear them, and the fee. You can fill in the DL1 application form at the agent.

What happens if I fail the theory test?

Your application fee covers a second attempt, which you book separately. Each attempt after that costs an extra fee.

What can I do after I pass?

You get a learner licence. You may drive only with a supervisor who has held a full licence for at least two years, sitting in the front passenger seat, and you must display L plates front and rear.

Are the licence rules changing?

Yes. From 25 January 2027 the full licence practical test is removed, under-25s spend longer on a learner licence, and all learner and restricted drivers have a zero-alcohol limit.

NZ Learner Licence Theory Test Practice 2026

第1题，共25题

What is the minimum age to sit the learner licence theory test in New Zealand?

18
16
15
17

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答案: B. 16

You must be at least 16 years old to sit the learner licence theory test.

第2题，共25题

How many questions are in the learner licence theory test?

40
25
35
50

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答案: C. 35

The learner licence theory test has 35 multiple-choice questions.

第3题，共25题

How many questions must you answer correctly to pass the learner licence theory test?

32 out of 35
28 out of 35
30 out of 35
35 out of 35

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答案: A. 32 out of 35

You need at least 32 correct answers out of 35 to pass.

第4题，共25题

How is the learner licence theory test taken?

Online at home
On paper at a police station
On a computer at a driver licensing agent
As a spoken interview with a driving instructor

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答案: C. On a computer at a driver licensing agent

The theory test is a computerised multiple-choice test taken at a licensing outlet.

第5题，共25题

Can you sit the learner licence theory test in a language other than English?

Yes, it is offered in a number of languages, including te reo Māori
Only if you bring your own interpreter
No, it is only in English
Only in English and te reo Māori

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答案: A. Yes, it is offered in a number of languages, including te reo Māori

The test is available in several languages, including te reo Māori, Chinese and Hindi.

第6题，共25题

What must you bring when you apply for your learner licence?

A full licence from a parent
A logbook of driving hours
Evidence of your identity and proof of your New Zealand address
A letter from your school

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答案: C. Evidence of your identity and proof of your New Zealand address

Bring evidence of identity, such as a passport or birth certificate, and proof of your current New Zealand address.

第7题，共25题

You need glasses to pass the eyesight check for your learner licence. What happens?

You cannot get a licence
Your licence will have a condition that you must wear them when driving
You can drive only in daylight
You must sit the theory test again

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答案: B. Your licence will have a condition that you must wear them when driving

If you need glasses or contact lenses to pass the eyesight check, your licence will say you must always wear them when driving.

第8题，共25题

You fail your first learner theory test. What does your application fee cover?

Nothing, you must pay for a new application
Unlimited attempts
A free driving lesson
A second attempt at the test

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答案: D. A second attempt at the test

The application fee covers a second attempt. Each test after the second attempt costs an extra fee.

第9题，共25题

You have just passed the theory test. What do you get on the day?

A temporary learner licence until your photo licence arrives in the mail
A full licence
Nothing until you pass a driving test
A restricted licence

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答案: A. A temporary learner licence until your photo licence arrives in the mail

You get a temporary learner licence to use until your photo licence is posted to you.

第10题，共25题

When may a learner licence holder drive a car?

Alone on roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h
Only with a supervisor sitting beside them
With any adult passenger in the back seat
Alone during daylight hours

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答案: B. Only with a supervisor sitting beside them

A learner may drive only when a supervisor is sitting beside them.

第11题，共25题

Where must a learner driver display L plates?

Only on the rear of the car
Only on the front windscreen
On the front and rear of the car
L plates are optional

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答案: C. On the front and rear of the car

Learner drivers must display L plates on the front and rear of any car they drive.

第12题，共25题

What colour are L plates in New Zealand?

Green
Yellow
Blue
Red

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答案: B. Yellow

Learners display yellow L plates on the front and rear of the car.

第13题，共25题

A learner driver wants to take a friend along as a passenger. When is this allowed?

Never
Only if the friend also has a learner licence
When the supervisor agrees, because the supervisor is responsible for passengers
Only after 10 pm

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答案: C. When the supervisor agrees, because the supervisor is responsible for passengers

Learners may carry passengers, but only if the supervisor agrees, as the supervisor takes responsibility for them.

第14题，共25题

How long must a supervisor have held a full licence?

At least 5 years
At least 6 months
At least 2 years
At least 1 year

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答案: C. At least 2 years

A supervisor must have held a full licence for at least two years.

第15题，共25题

Where must a supervisor sit?

Directly behind the driver
In any seat
In the front passenger seat
In the back seat on the left

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答案: C. In the front passenger seat

The supervisor must sit in the front passenger seat, next to the driver.

第16题，共25题

What is the shortest time you must hold a learner licence before you can sit the restricted test?

3 months
18 months
6 months
12 months

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答案: C. 6 months

You must have held your learner licence for at least six months before the restricted licence test.

第17题，共25题

What is the minimum age for the restricted licence test?

16 and a half
16
18
17

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答案: A. 16 and a half

You must be at least 16½ and have held a learner licence for at least six months.

第18题，共25题

You hold a restricted licence. Between which hours must you have a supervisor with you?

Midnight and 6 am
10 pm and 5 am
11 pm and 4 am
9 pm and 6 am

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答案: B. 10 pm and 5 am

Restricted drivers must have a supervisor with them if they drive between 10 pm and 5 am.

第19题，共25题

You hold a restricted licence and drive alone at 4 pm. Which passenger may you carry without a supervisor?

Any adult with a full licence in the back seat
A workmate
Your spouse or partner
A friend from school

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答案: C. Your spouse or partner

Without a supervisor, restricted drivers may carry only certain people, such as a spouse or partner, dependent children, a parent or guardian, or a person they are the main carer for.

第20题，共25题

You hold a restricted licence. Your friend asks for a ride and you have no supervisor. What is the rule?

You may carry friends if they have a licence
You may carry one friend
You may carry friends during the day
You must not carry your friend without a supervisor in the car

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答案: D. You must not carry your friend without a supervisor in the car

Passengers other than the people listed in the restricted conditions may only be carried when a supervisor is in the car.

第21题，共25题

You passed your restricted test in an automatic car. What can you drive without a supervisor?

Any vehicle up to 6000 kg
Only automatic vehicles
Only manual vehicles
Manual and automatic vehicles

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答案: B. Only automatic vehicles

If you sat the restricted test in an automatic, you may drive only automatics unless a supervisor is with you.

第22题，共25题

You are 19 and hold a restricted licence. How long must you hold it before you can sit the full licence test, if you do not do an approved course?

18 months
6 months
12 months
2 years

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答案: A. 18 months

Drivers under 25 must hold a restricted licence for at least 18 months, or 12 months with an approved defensive driving course.

第23题，共25题

You are 30 and hold a restricted licence. What is the minimum time before you can sit the full licence test without an approved course?

18 months
3 months
12 months
6 months

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答案: D. 6 months

Drivers aged 25 and over must hold a restricted licence for at least 6 months, or 3 months with an approved course.

第24题，共25题

A 20-year-old restricted driver completes an approved defensive driving course. What is the shortest time they must hold their restricted licence?

18 months
6 months
12 months
3 months

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答案: C. 12 months

For drivers under 25, an approved course cuts the restricted period from 18 months to 12 months under the current rules.

第25题，共25题

When do the new graduated driver licence settings take effect?

25 March 2028
25 January 2027
1 July 2026
1 January 2026

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答案: B. 25 January 2027

The Ministry of Transport says the updated system takes effect from 25 January 2027, when all licence holders move to the new settings.

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