How many times can you retake the Driving Test Theory Exam (Subject 1)?
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There is no limit to the number of retakes for the Driving Test Theory Exam (Subject 1). On the same day, you can retake it once. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," candidates can take the Subject 1 exam twice on the same day. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it for free the second time. If you still fail the second attempt, the Subject 1 exam for that session will be terminated, and you can only schedule another exam after ten days. Subject 1, also known as the Theory Exam or Driver Theory Test, is part of the motor vehicle driving license assessment. The exam covers theoretical driving knowledge, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and other related topics. The test is conducted on a computer with a time limit of 45 minutes. To pass the Subject 1 exam, you need a score of 90 out of 100. The test consists of 100 questions, including single-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point. If you answer 11 questions incorrectly during the exam, the system will automatically submit the test and end the session. Subject 1 exam 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. Exam precautions for Subject 1: Candidates should dress appropriately—no slippers are allowed. Electronic devices and bags are prohibited in the exam room. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the instructions and procedures on the screen, and store personal belongings in lockers before entering the exam room. Upon entering, verify your identity at the assigned station and begin the exam. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and follow exam rules. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it the same day. If you fail again, you must pay to reschedule. After finishing, queue to collect your score report and sign it—unsigned reports are invalid. There is no limit to the number of scheduling attempts for the Subject 1 exam. Each subject can be taken once, with one retake allowed if you fail. If you skip the retake or fail it, the exam session ends, and you must reschedule. In contrast, Subject 2 and Subject 3 have only five exam attempts. Scheduling for Subject 2 and Subject 3 must be done after ten days. If you fail the Subject 3 Safe Driving Knowledge Test, your previously 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 exam. Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills test. Subject 3 is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safe driving knowledge. The safe driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4, though this term is not officially recognized in regulations (i.e., the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123).