LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK): Free Mock Test & Practice Questions

LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK)

DVSA-style multiple-choice for Cat C: 100 questions, 115 minutes, pass 85.

Written against the published DVSA specification.

Pass mark 85/100 115 minutes Real test fee £26 DVSA How many can I get wrong?

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Q1. Before loading a vehicle, why should the driver check the load's weight against the vehicle's plated gross weight?

A. To calculate the fuel needed for the journey
B. To avoid exceeding the legal maximum and risking prosecution
C. To decide which motorway lane to use
D. To work out the correct tyre pressure only

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✓ Answer: B. To avoid exceeding the legal maximum and risking prosecution

Exceeding the plated gross weight is an offence that can result in prosecution, fines and prohibition from continuing the journey. It also affects braking performance and stability, making it a safety issue as well as a legal one. Tyre pressure and lane choice are not the primary reason for the check.

Q2. How many times per week may a driver extend the daily driving limit to 10 hours?

A. Three times
B. Once
C. Twice
D. As often as needed if rest is taken

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✓ Answer: C. Twice

The 9-hour daily driving limit can be extended to a maximum of 10 hours, but this is only permitted on two occasions in any given week. Using it more often would breach the rules even if rest periods are otherwise correct.

Q3. What is the minimum legal tread depth for tyres on a goods vehicle exceeding 3.5 tonnes in the UK, across the central three-quarters of the tread and around the entire circumference?

A. 1 mm
B. 1.6 mm
C. 2 mm
D. 3 mm

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✓ Answer: A. 1 mm

For goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes, the legal minimum tread depth is 1 mm across the central three-quarters of the width and the entire circumference, which is less than the 1.6 mm required for cars and light vans.

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Who has to sit the LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK)

Who needs a LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK)?

Anyone applying for a provisional LGV/HGV licence for the first time or upgrading certain existing licences.

The real LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK): format

How many questions are in the LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK)?

The real LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK) has 100 questions and lasts 135 minutes. Our mock uses 100 questions in 115 minutes.

What is the LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK) pass mark?

Real exam pass mark: Multiple-choice: 85/100; Hazard Perception: 67/100. Both parts must be passed. Our mock marks you at 85 out of 100, the threshold we mark against.

What it costs, and what a resit costs

How much does the LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK) cost?

Real exam fee: £37 (Multiple-choice: £26, Hazard Perception: £11). Resit fee: £26 for multiple-choice, £11 for hazard perception (per part failed). Rebooking after a fail: At least 3 clear working days (Monday-Saturday)

How hard is it

What is the LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK) pass rate?

Real exam first-time pass rate: Multiple-choice: 52.2%; Hazard Perception: 82.1% (2025-2026). Difficulty: Higher standard than car test; covers specialised LGV topics, requires precise hazard perception timing, and has a lower multiple-choice pass rate than the practical test.

Figures for the real exam from vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com, checked October 2026. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the test provider before you book.

LGV/HGV Theory Test (UK): common questions

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How long do you get?

The test is timed at 115 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.

Are these the real exam questions?

No. Our questions are original and written to match the current syllabus, so they give realistic practice without copying the official paper. Every answer comes with a plain-English explanation. Always confirm current rules and content with DVSA.