Hazard Perception Test Tips: How to Pass First Time

The hazard perception part of the UK theory test is all about timing. Click when you see a hazard starting to develop, and click again as it develops.

How it works

• You watch 14 video clips
• The pass mark is 44 out of 75
• Each developing hazard can score up to 5 points: the earlier you spot it, the more you score

Common mistakes

• Clicking too early, before the hazard has started to develop
• Clicking constantly or in a pattern: the test can treat this as cheating and score that clip zero
• Only looking at the road ahead and missing side roads, pedestrians and parked cars

Tips that work

• Scan the whole scene, including mirrors and side streets
• Click when something changes: a car signals, a pedestrian steps out, a door opens
• Click 2 or 3 times as a hazard develops, but don't spam the button
• Practise with clips regularly

Don't forget the multiple-choice part

You also need 43 out of 50 in the multiple-choice questions, and you must pass both parts at the same sitting.

Try a free 50-question mock test below.