The list of questions for car drivers was also revised. The changes include questions dealing with correct behaviour in illustrated traffic situations, taking emergency / corrective action, and information related to pedestrians. The bank of questions for truck drivers and bus drivers has also been expanded.

The new theory test includes a wider variety of questions and answers but the pass mark of 35 out of 40 questions remains the same.

European legislation now requires that citizens undergo a practical test of their knowledge of the rules of the road and motoring legislation, before gaining their licence to learn. A Learners Permit in essence is only a licence to learn and motorists on L plates must be accompanied by a full licence holder at all times on the road.

The theory test will check your knowledge in areas such as:

• The rules of the road
• Hazard awareness
• Risk perception
• Good driving behaviour

Motorcycles, cars, mopeds, tractors and work vehicles ,Licence Categories A, B, M and W

There are two others, one for heavy goods vehicles ,Licence Category C, and one for buses

• There are 40 questions in this test and candidates must answer 35 questions correctly to pass the theory. Time allowed is 45 minutes you must answer the 40 questions in the test.
• The test is taken using a touch screen computer. Candidates can select their answers by touching the computer screen. A practice session can be taken before you take the actual test so that you can get used to the system. You don't need to be computer literate in any way.
• If you want to do your test in Irish, this can be done no problem at your nominated test centre.
• If you make a mistake or change your mind, you can cancel your answer. If you wish to skip a question, you can come back and answer it at a later time.. At the end of the test, you can check all your answers and make any changes if you wish.
• If you have reading difficulties, this can be catered for using the 'voice over' option that will read out the questions to you. Appropriate pictures or colours will indicate the different answers on the screen and you select your answer by touching the picture or colour.

The test is scored automatically and results are made available to you straight away when completed. You will receive a pass certificate for your theory test at the test centre if you are successful.is scored automatically and results are made available to you straight away when completed. You will receive a pass certificate for your theory test at the test centre if you are successful.

Questions or comments regarding the driver theory test materials and their unavailability online should be made directly to the Driver Theory Test Service by telephone at 1890 606 106. Or if you prefer you can write to the Driver Theory Test Service about this issue at the address under 'Where to apply'.