How Many Attempts Are Allowed for Driving Test Subject 1?

[AvaAnn]

The "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses" clearly stipulate that there is no limit to the number of attempts for Subject 1. On the day of the test, candidates can take it twice. If the first attempt is unsuccessful, a free retake is allowed for the second attempt. If the second attempt also fails, the Subject 1 test for that day is terminated, and the candidate can only reschedule the test after ten days. Subject 1, also known as the theoretical test or driver theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driving license assessment. The test content includes driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and related knowledge. The test is conducted on a computer with a time limit of 45 minutes. A passing score for Subject 1 is 90 points. The test consists of 100 questions, divided into single-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point, totaling 100 points. If 11 questions are answered incorrectly during the test, the system will automatically submit the test and end the session. Subject 1 test content includes: driving license and motor vehicle management regulations; road traffic conditions and regulations; road traffic safety violations and penalties; road traffic accident handling regulations; basic knowledge of motor vehicles; local regulations; knowledge of braking systems and safety devices for large and medium-sized passenger and freight vehicles; specialized knowledge for wheeled self-propelled machinery, trams, and trolleybuses. Subject 1 test precautions: Candidates should pay attention to their attire and are not allowed to wear slippers. Electronic devices and bags are prohibited in the test room. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the precautions and procedures on the large screen, and store personal belongings in a locker before entering the test room. Upon entering the test room, the identity verification station will assign a seat. After finding the seat, begin the test. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and follow test discipline. If you fail the first attempt, a retake is available on the same day. If you fail again, you must pay to reschedule. After the test, queue to collect the score report and sign it. Unsigned score reports are considered invalid. There is no limit to the number of rescheduling attempts for Subject 1. Each subject test allows one retake if the first attempt fails. If the retake is not taken or still fails, the test is terminated, and the applicant must reschedule. For Subject 2 and Subject 3, only five attempts are allowed, and rescheduling must be done ten days later. If the Subject 3 safety and civilized driving knowledge test fails, the passed road driving skills test results remain valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test. Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills test. Subject 3 is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge tests. The safety and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4. However, the official term (as per the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123) does not include the term "Subject 4."

[VonMackenzie]

I failed my first attempt at the written driving test (Subject 1) a few days ago and felt really down. But my driving instructor said there's no limit to retaking the theory test – you can retake it as long as you don't pass, with at least a seven-day interval between attempts. I passed on my second try because I downloaded the 'Driving Test Prep' app and practiced questions daily. Subject 1 mainly covers traffic rules, road signs/signals, and accident handling. The questions aren't difficult – regular practice with mock tests leads to mastery. Although there's no extra limit on retakes, each attempt costs a few dozen yuan in exam fees, which reminded me to prepare thoroughly next time. My advice to new test-takers: don't stress too much – there are plenty of opportunities. Focus on understanding the content rather than rote memorization. If you fail, don't lose heart – I have classmates who needed three attempts but eventually succeeded. Now that I'm driving, this knowledge proves quite practical on the road.