News

Important news from the DSA

• Theory Test Changes for Motorcyclists

        From 1^st July 2003, the Hazard Perception Component of the theory test increased from 40
        out of 75 to 42 out of 75.  The pass mark for the multiple choice question component of the
        theory test remains at 30 out of 35 within a time frame of 40 minutes.  For independent
        information on the Hazard Perception Test, visit www.2pass.co.uk.

• Driving Test Fee Changes for Motorcyclists

        From 1^st September 2003:

• the theory test fee for all learner drivers will increase from £18.00 to £20.50

• the theory test certificate fee for non-DSA examiners will increase from £7.50 to £10.00

 

• European changes to the practical motorcycle test

        From 1^st September 2003, candidates will be asked two questions, one ‘show me’ and one ‘tell
        me’. One or both questions answered incorrectly will result in one driving fault being recorded.
        Examples of safety check questions for motorcycles:

        Identify where you would:

• check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check that the engine has 
  sufficient oil.
• the brake fluid reservoir is and tell me how you would check that you have a safe
  level of hydraulic fluid.

        Tell me how you would check:

• the condition of the chain on this machine.
• your tyres to ensure that they are correctly inflated, have sufficient tread depth and
  that their general condition is safe to use on the road.

        Show me how you would check:

• the operation of the Emergency Stop Switch
• the operation of the brakes on this machine.
• the steering for excessive free play.
• that the lights & brake lights and reflectors are clean and working.
• that the horn is working on this machine (off road only).