How Many Chances Are There to Retake Subject One?

[AdrielDella]

Subject One allows one immediate retake. If the second attempt is passed, it counts as officially passing Subject One. If both attempts fail, you need to reschedule the exam with a one-week interval. There is no limit to the number of times you can reschedule Subject One; you can retake it until you pass. Subject One, also known as the theoretical test or driver theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. The total duration of the Subject One exam is 45 minutes, consisting of 100 questions in the form of true/false and multiple-choice questions, with a full score of 100 and a passing score of 90. The exam papers are randomly selected and combined by the computer driver examination system according to the proportion specified in the motor vehicle driver's license work regulations.

[Ria]

Honestly, I failed the written driving test (Subject 1) twice before passing on my third attempt. There’s no limit to retakes by regulation—technically, you can try indefinitely. Each exam booking includes two attempts: if you fail the first one, you can retake it immediately; failing both means reapplying and paying again. My second failure was due to nerves—I misclicked several answers in a rush. My advice? Drill the question bank thoroughly before the test. Mobile apps make practice convenient and track mistakes. Don’t cram like I did; aim for 30 minutes daily until your accuracy stays above 95% for a week straight. Retake fees are modest (around a few dozen yuan), but repeated time off work is costlier. Stay calm during the test—skip unsure questions, revisit them after finishing the rest. Time management won’t be an issue.

[JustinMarie]

A while ago, I accompanied a friend to take the Subject 1 test and realized the rules are quite user-friendly. You can retake Subject 1 unlimited times, and each exam registration gives you two attempts. If you fail the first time, you can immediately take the second attempt. However, if you fail both, you'll need to pay again to reschedule the exam, with the retake fee ranging from about 50 to 80 yuan. I remember my friend stayed up all night cramming before the first test and ended up yawning nonstop during the exam. Later, he got smarter—he adjusted his sleep schedule two days before the test and even drank a can of Red Bull an hour before to stay alert. I noticed that screen glare on the test computer can be distracting, so I recommend choosing a seat facing away from the window. The question bank only has a little over a thousand questions, so focusing on memorizing confusing traffic signs and penalty point questions is key. If you score above 95 in five consecutive mock tests, you’re almost guaranteed to pass.

[LeAva]

I just passed Subject 1 and I know exactly how it feels. There's no limit to the number of retakes, and each exam appointment includes two attempts. If you fail the first time, don't panic - just take a sip of water, calm down for two minutes, and you can immediately take the second attempt. My roommate had an even crazier experience - he failed three times before finally passing. The key is to practice mock tests repeatedly, especially memorizing the speeding-related questions and traffic police hand signals that are easy to get wrong. Although the retake fee isn't much, you'll have to wait an extra half month to schedule the next attempt after each failure. It's best to take mock tests first after registration, and only go for the real exam when your scores become stable, to avoid wasting time and energy. During the exam, answer questions in order and leave the uncertain ones for last - there's definitely enough time.

[McCaden]

Failing the written driving test twice last year helped me figure out the tricks. There's actually no limit on retakes for the written test - each registration allows two attempts. My advice is not to immediately schedule another test after failing the first time. Spend two days organizing your wrong answers and focus on those areas. During my second attempt, I noticed many questions were straight from the question bank, just with shuffled answer options. The exam computer screens are smaller than phones, so get used to that difference beforehand. The keyboards and mice at testing centers aren't great - bringing wet wipes to clean off fingerprints helps. For my final successful attempt, I went through the entire question bank fifteen times and finished the test in just five minutes. While I spent more on retake fees, it's better than getting scolded by the instructor during practical training later.

[GiannaLee]

My cousin asked me about this last month when he was taking the written test for his driver's license. There's no limit on the number of retakes - each exam booking includes one main attempt plus one retake opportunity. Back when I took the test, I paid special attention to the latest regulatory questions and ended up encountering three newly added ones. I recommend downloading the official study app for practice tests, as it's much closer to the actual exam system than the web version. Don't wear too many layers during the exam - the poor air conditioning in testing centers can affect your performance. I've seen people pass only on their fifth try, but honestly, mastering the fine-related questions and road sign questions will get you most of the way there. There's about a two-week gap between retakes, which is perfect for brushing up on frequently missed questions. When submitting your answers, stay calm - don't make my mistake of nervously clicking cancel like I did on my first attempt.