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Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test
This test is for individuals applying to become a licensed private hire driver in Wolverhampton. Passing is a mandatory step to prove you have the required knowledge to be granted a licence by the City of Wolverhampton Council.
Pass mark 24/3045 minutesReal test fee £50 approxCity of Wolverhampton CouncilHow many can I get wrong?
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Q1. What is the standard duration for which a Private Hire Driver's Licence is granted by Wolverhampton City Council?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 5 years
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✓ Answer: C. 3 years
Wolverhampton City Council normally issues private hire driver licences for a standard period of three years before renewal is required.
Q2. What does a circular traffic sign with a red border signify?
A. An order that must be obeyed
B. A warning of a potential hazard
C. Information about the route ahead
D. The start of a motorway regulation
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✓ Answer: A. An order that must be obeyed
Signs with a red circle are mostly prohibitive and give orders. For example, 'No Entry' or a speed limit sign.
Q3. For a non-urgent safeguarding concern about a child in Wolverhampton that you have after a journey, which agency should you contact?
A. The child's school
B. West Midlands Police on 101
C. Wolverhampton's Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
D. Your local councillor
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✓ Answer: C. Wolverhampton's Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Wolverhampton's MASH is the central point for professionals, including drivers, to report all non-emergency child safeguarding concerns.
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Who has to sit the Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test
Who needs a Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test?
Anyone looking to become a licensed private hire taxi driver in Wolverhampton, including those renewing their knowledge.
The real Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test: format
How many questions are in the Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test?
The real Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test has 28 questions and lasts 30 minutes. Our mock uses 30 questions in 45 minutes.
What is the Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test pass mark?
Real exam pass mark: 75% (21 out of 28 questions) AND all 8 critical safeguarding questions must be answered correctly. Our mock marks you at 24 out of 30, the threshold we mark against.
What it costs, and what a resit costs
How much does the Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test cost?
Real exam fee: 50.00. Resit fee: 20.00 (for second attempt only; first/third attempts incur full fee). Rebooking after a fail: After 3 failures, a 12-month wait is imposed before reapplication.
How hard is it
How hard is the Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test?
Difficulty: Harder than expected, strict due to critical safeguarding questions.
Why people fail it
Why do people fail the Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test?
Failing to answer all 8 key safeguarding questions correctly.
Lack of understanding of 'plying for hire' regulations.
Inadequate knowledge of safeguarding children/vulnerable adults and disability awareness.
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.
Wolverhampton Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test: common questions
Frequently asked
How long do you get?
The test is timed at 45 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 City of Wolverhampton Council.