Because the motorcycle test shares most of its content with the car test, the smartest plan is to build general theory knowledge first, then layer on the rider-specific material. Aim to be scoring comfortably above the pass mark on mocks before you book.
What you need to score
| Multiple choice | 43 out of 50 |
| Hazard perception | 44 out of 75 |
| Rule | Pass both in the same sitting |
A four-step plan
- 1. Read the Highway Code. It's the source of many questions and applies to riders and drivers alike. Read it once cover to cover, then revisit weak areas.
- 2. Drill the topics. Use our free topic practice and mock tests — the multiple-choice content overlaps heavily with the motorcycle bank. Add focus on rider-specific themes: protective gear, machine control, visibility and vulnerability.
- 3. Practise hazard perception properly. It's the same 14-clip format as the car test and where most people lose marks. Learn the scoring window and the click-the-cause technique in our hazard perception guide, and use the free official clips.
- 4. Mock until you're consistent. Aim for 45+ out of 50 on timed mocks before booking. Consistency, not one good run, is the sign you're ready.
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Don't forget the rider context
Remember the theory test is one piece of the motorcycle route: you'll also need CBT and the practical modules for your licence category. Knowing where the theory pass fits helps you book everything in the right order — your two-year theory certificate starts ticking from the day you pass.
Ready to book?
Once you're consistently above the pass marks, book on the official service at gov.uk/motorcycle-theory-test — never a third-party site charging extra.
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