Questions and answers about the theory test
Short answers to what people ask about the car theory test.
Is the theory test valid absence from school?
Yes. Since 1 August 2025 the car theory test is valid absence in upper secondary school. The absence does not count towards the absence limit, as long as you can document it.
How long is the theory test?
The car theory test lasts 90 minutes. In that time you answer 45 questions on a computer.
How many questions are on the theory test?
The car theory test has 45 questions. You must answer 38 of them correctly to pass.
How many theory test mistakes are allowed?
You can make up to 7 mistakes on the car theory test. You need 38 of 45 right to pass.
How long is the theory test valid?
The theory test is valid for three years. You must pass the driving test within three years of passing the theory test, or take it again.