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You can obtain the official Theory Test Book or CD rom from us completly free of charge!! This is a local service (Belturbet Townlands Only), We are more than happy to give potential theory test candidates the chance to borrow this material from us for a few weeks. Revision of Driver Theory Test The Transport Minister, Mr Martin Cullen T.D. has announced details of a revision of the Driver Theory Test, which comes into effect on Saturday, 21st October 2006. Revised Test and New Category to be Introduced The changes include: A revision of existing questions in the Driver Theory Test Question
Bank, The bank of questions for car drivers has been 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 will include a wider variety of questions and answers, the pass mark for candidates will remain unchanged at 35 questions out of 40. 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 Lerarners 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. Your theory test will check your knowledge in areas such as:
The Driver Theory Testing Service started on 11 June 2001, a theory test certificate must be obtained before a Learners Permit in a particular vehicle category is issued. The test is held at a nationwide network of 41 test locations and uses a user friendly computerised touch screen system. The Driver Theory Testing Service is operated on a basis similar to the basis on which the National Car Test (NCT) is run. The test can be offered in Irish and in English and candidates with special needs or disabilities are catered for. Categories of Vehicles and Theory Tests If you are applying for a Leraners Permit , you must sit the theory test for vehicle categories A, B, M, W, You must study all of these categories as you will be tested!!! . Its roughly two thirds of the official driver theory test book. You are then entitled to apply for a driving licence for category A1, A, B, M or W depending on your age. If you pass your car driving test category B, then you are entitled to go on for an EB licence, you are not required to sit the theory test again. If you want to apply for a truck driving licence, you must sit the category C driver theory test. This will entitle you to apply for a Leraners Permit in categories C1 or C. If you want to apply for a bus driving licence category D, you must complete the category D theory test. Test materials
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.
There are three classes of test; 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
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. Or if you prefer you can write to the Driver Theory Test Service about this issue at the address under 'Where to apply'. Test Questions The questions you will be asked in your driver theory test are based on the Rules of the Road and current road traffic legislation in Ireland. The Driver Theory Testing Service has a bank of 743 questions. For each test, a random selection of 40 questions will be taken from the question bank. This means for example that if you fail the test and have to re-sit, it is unlikely you will be asked the same questions again. From 25 April 2005 new test questions have been added to the question bank. 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. Minimum age and driver theory test In theory, you may take a driver theory test at any age. Although, you must submit your pass certificate to a Motor Tax Office with your application for a Learners Permit within two years of passing the theory test. This certificate expires after this time and you will have to resit the test. For example, if you want to apply for a Leraners Permit for Category B vehicles, you must be at least 15 years or and have passed your driver theory test in order to obtain a Leraners Permit when you reach 17 years. There are specific minimum ages at which you may hold a Learners Permit for certain vehicles in Ireland. For example, drivers of Category A1 vehicles motorcycles must be at least 16 years old to obtain a Learners Permit. Drivers of Category B vehicles , for certain cars must be at least 17 years old to be able to hold a Learners Permit . There is no maximum age at which you can complete a driver theory test. Complaints procedures If it emerges that the original marking was incorrect your fee will be refunded and your theory test certificate will be issued. You can read more about the Driver Theory Test Customer Charter here (pdf). If you are unhappy with the result of your theory test, you have the right to appeal this decision. Speak to the Driver Theory Test supervisor before leaving the test centre. You may also fill out an appeal form, available at each of the Driver Theory Test Centres. Your application form requests that your test is re-marked. There are some rules regarding appeals; You must;
Rules You must bring with you a valid form of identification, passport, student ID card, travel card, etc. that has your photograph and name on it. Anyone who applies for an Irish Learners Permit on or after 25 April 2001 has to do the theory test. Replacing a lost driver theory test certificate If you have lost or misplaced your driver theory test certificate, you can get a another copy.go to Theory Testing Service or here to apply' below to request a duplicate certificate. You cannot request a duplicate certificate over the phone. Your request writing must include your name, address and PPS Number along with an 8 euro fee so your record can be identified. This fee must be included as a cheque, postal order or bank draft made out to Prometric Ltd. Do not send cash!
Rates Driver theory tests cost 34 euro. If you wish to appeal the decision of a Driver Theory Test, there is an additional charge of 34 euro. This fee will be refunded to you if your appeal is successful. A duplicate driver theory test certificate costs 8 euro.
Download and complete an application form (pdf)for your driver theory test here. It is also possible to apply & pay for the driver theory test online. You can also book a test by telephoning the call centre below. You will be asked for your PPS Number , known as your RSI number so remember to have this to hand. If you have a credit card, you can apply and pay for your test over the telephone. You cannot pay by Laser card. Alternatively, you can telephone and request an application form by post. Your completed application form together with the 34 euro fee should be forwarded to the address at the bottom of this page. When your application has been received, you will receive notification of the date, location and time of your test in advance. If you wish to change your test, contact the call centre below. When you arrive at your test centre, all your documentation will be checked. You must remember to bring with you some form of identification (i.e., a passport, a student identity card, or any other authorised identity issued by the State or a Bank (as long as they have a photograph attached). You will then be taken to a work station to complete the test. Driver Theory Test HQ,P.O. Box 144, Drogheda, Co. Louth Tel: 1890 606 106 Monday-Friday 8.00am-6.00pm. Irish Language 1890 606 806 Monday-Friday 8.00am-6.00pm. Text phone 1890 616 216 Monday-Friday 8.00am-6.00pm. |
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The
driver theory test was introduced in Ireland in 2001 to precede the practical
driving test. Motorists in Ireland prior to this time were not
legally required to do any form of test on their knowledge of either
the rules of the road or motoring regulations on Irish roads before
they applied for an Irish Learners Permit, or completed their full driving
test.
