How Long Can You Delay Taking the Theory Test (Subject 1)?
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Not taking the Subject 1 test means you haven't obtained the driver's learning permit, and there is no time limit or expiration issue. Below is additional information: 1. Subject 1: Also known as the theory test or driver's theory test, it is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," the test covers driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and related knowledge. The test is computer-based, with a full score of 100, and a passing score of 90. 2. Key Notes: Try not to delay taking Subject 1. Although there is no time limit for Subject 1, delaying it may concern the driving school. When signing the contract with the driving school, there might be a stipulated training period. If you exceed this period and wish to take the test, you may need to pay a delay fee to continue training and testing. Some contracts may even include clauses allowing the driving school to terminate the agreement unilaterally if the student fails to complete the training and testing within the stipulated time due to personal reasons.
Honestly speaking, there's no legal deadline for completing the Theory Test (Subject 1) - you could theoretically delay it indefinitely. But in reality, once you enroll in a driving school, they usually require you to pass Subject 1 within six months of registration. Expiration may lead to re-payment or even training eligibility cancellation. Policies keep changing - I've seen people procrastinate for 1-2 years only to face updated rules, like question banks expanding from 100 to 150 items with skyrocketing difficulty. Prolonged delay also accelerates forgetting traffic regulations knowledge, making last-minute cramming miserable. Remember, your three-year validity period for subsequent tests starts only after passing Subject 1 - excessive delay shrinks your entire learning window. My advice? Start reviewing immediately after enrollment, dedicate a free week for intensive study, and pass it early to simplify later stages. Never let procrastination become permanent regret.
