Driving Tests & Theory
What manoeuvres can I be asked on the Northern Ireland car driving test?
DVA lists reversing around a corner, turning in the road and reverse parking as possible reversing exercises, plus an emergency stop exercise.
For the Northern Ireland practical car test, DVA lists reversing around a corner, turning in the road and reverse parking either on-road or into a parking bay.
The test also includes an emergency stop exercise.
The examiner is assessing observation, control and safety during the manoeuvre, not just whether the car ends up perfectly positioned.
Northern Ireland theory tests, practical driving tests and candidate requirements are administered by the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA), so current DVA/nidirect guidance should be used for bookings, documents, fees and test-day rules.
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nidirect - About the practical test for cars
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25 September 2026
