Hazard Perception Test Guide
Master the second part of your Theory Test — how scoring works, what counts as a hazard, and how to practise.
What is the Hazard Perception Test?
The Hazard Perception Test is the second part of the DVSA Theory Test. It tests your ability to spot developing hazards in real-life driving video clips.
You watch 14 video clips filmed from a driver's perspective. Each clip contains at least one developing hazard — a situation that requires you to act (brake, steer, slow down). One clip contains two developing hazards.
How Scoring Works
- Each developing hazard is worth a maximum of 5 points
- There are 15 scoreable hazards in total (14 clips, one has 2)
- Maximum score: 75 points
- Pass mark: 44 out of 75
- Click early in the hazard window = 5 points; click later = fewer points
- Miss the hazard window entirely = 0 points for that hazard
Tips to Pass
Click Early
As soon as you see a hazard starting to develop, click. Early clicks score more points.
Scan Ahead
Look well ahead of the bonnet — hazards develop from distance. Don't focus just on what's immediately in front.
Don't Spam Click
Clicking randomly or repeatedly will get you zero for that clip. Only click when you genuinely see a hazard.
Common Hazards
Pedestrians stepping out, vehicles pulling out, cyclists wobbling, slow vehicles ahead, junctions, bends.
Practice Clips
Use the official DVSA practice hazard perception clips at gov.uk or buy the official DVSA app.
Stay Calm
You have plenty of time. Breathe steadily and scan the scene — don't rush or panic.
Quick Stats
- Video clips: 14
- Scoreable hazards: 15
- Max score: 75
- Pass mark: 44/75
- Points per hazard: 0–5
- Random clicking: Scores 0
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