The Book Theory Test Today blogger tells you what you need to know about the ‘abridged’ car theory test.
 The ‘abridged’ car theory test was introduced in October 2009 by the now defunct DSA as part of an overhaul to the UK driving theory test.
To be eligible to take the ‘abridged’ car theory test learner motorists must have successfully completed a voluntary course – the ‘Pre-Driver Qualification In Safe Road Use’ course – which was introduced in January 2009 and, at the time of writing (3rd April 2014), is currently available at 10 locations throughout England and Scotland.
Those who successfully complete the course will be issued with a Safe Road User Award, permitting them to take the ‘abridged’ car theory test.
The ‘abridged’ car theory test features a reduced number of multiple-choice questions. Rather than the standard 50 questions and having to answer 43 correctly, ‘abridged’ car theory test candidates are required to answer 35 multiple choice questions, answering 30 correctly.
However, ‘abridged’ car theory test candidates are still tested on 14 hazard perception clips, in keeping with the standard UK theory test.
Once you have received your Safe Road User Award you will need to take the abridged car theory test within three years of getting it.
The ‘abridged’ car theory test also costs less, compared to the standard theory test, costing just £24. You save £7 and have an accredited award certifying that you are a safe driver.
The Safe Road User Award was developed in order to build positive attitudes to road use and help young motorists to take responsibility for using the UK’s roads safely. The aim is to reduce the number of deaths among drivers aged between 17 and 25, which has become a scourge on British motoring over the last 10 years, according to some commentators.
To enquire about the ‘abridged’ car theory test, contact Book Theory Test Today via our website. We can book your ‘abridged’ theory test on your behalf.
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