Can you answer these common theory test questions?

Test your driving theory knowledge with these 10 common questions.

Remember your theory test? That nerve-wracking mix of traffic signs, stopping distances and road rules that stood between you and your driving licence?

Well, it turns out that even experienced drivers can get caught out by some of the trickier questions. We've all been there – confidently explaining something to a learner driver, only to realise we're not entirely sure ourselves.

So, we've dug up 10 of the most commonly failed theory test questions to put your knowledge to the test. These are the ones that trip people up time and time again.

Just to set the scene: learners need to score at least 43 out of 50 (that's 86%) to pass the multiple choice section. They also tackle a hazard perception test, where they watch video clips and need to spot developing hazards quickly enough to score 44 out of 75.

But you've got just 10 questions here. Feeling confident about getting 100%?

Let us know how you get on – you can find us on Facebook, Instagram andLinkedIn. We'd love to hear whether you sailed through or if any of these caught you out.

Answers are displayed at the bottom of the page.

When can you cross double white lines to pass another vehicle?

1. To pass a slow-moving vehicle
2. At any available opportunity
3. To pass a learner driver
4. To pass a bicycle, horse, or road maintenance travelling at 10mph or less

You're on a motorway. What colour are the reflective studs on the left of the carriageway?

1. Red 
2. Yellow
3. Green
4. White

What is the maximum penalty for driving without your MOT certificate?

1. £100
2. £1000
3. £2500
4. £500

When are you allowed to use hazard warning lights?

1. When travelling during darkness without headlights
2. When stopped and temporarily obstructing traffic
3. When travelling slowly because you're lost
4. When parked for shopping on double yellow lines

What is the legal alcohol limit in England and Wales? 

1. 80 milligrams per 100 milliliters of blood
2. 50 milligrams per 100 milliliters of blood
3. 40 milligrams per 100 milliliters of blood
4. 70 milligrams per 100 milliliters of blood

What are triangular signs for?

1. To give information
2. To give warnings
3. To give directions
4. To give orders

You can use your front fog lights alongside headlights, but only when visibility is reduced to less than?

1. 100 metres (328 feet)
2. 200 metres (656 feet)
3. 300 metres (984 feet)
4. 400 metres (1312 feet)

It is very windy. You're behind a motorcyclist who is overtaking a high-sided vehicle. What should you do?

1. Overtake the motorcyclist immediately
2. Keep well back
3. Stay level with the motorcyclist
4. Use your horn to warn the motorcyclist

When driving on ice, braking distances can be? 

1. Twice the normal distance
2. Five times the normal distance
3. Seven times the normal distance
4. Ten times the normal distance

In which of these situations should you avoid overtaking?

1. Just after a bend
2. On a 30mph road
3. Approaching a dip in the road
4. In a one-way street

Answers

Right then, moment of truth time. No peeking if you haven't finished the questions yet – we're trusting you here.

Have you jotted down your answers? Good. Because once you scroll past this point, there's no going back to change your mind.

Ready? Here's how you did:

1. To pass a bicycle, horse, or road maintenance travelling at 10mph or less
2. Red 
3. £1000
4. When stopped and temporarily obstructing traffic
5. 80 milligrams per 100 milliliters of blood
6. To give warnings
7. 100 metres (328 feet)
8. Keep well back
9. Ten times the normal distance
10. Approaching a dip in the road

So, how did you get on? To match the official pass rate of 86%, you'd need to get at least nine out of 10 correct.

Got nine or more? Congratulations – you've still got it.

Scored eight or below? Don't worry, you're in good company. These questions are designed to be tricky, and there's no shame in getting caught out by a few.

Either way, we'd love to know how you did. Drop us a comment on social media and let us know whether you sailed through or if any of these left you scratching your head.

After all, we're all still learning – even those of us who've been driving for years.