Failed the Virginia DMV Test? Here's What to Do Next
Failing the knowledge test is far more common than people expect. First-attempt fail rates run 35-50% in many states. Here's how the retake process works in Virginia and how to actually pass next time.
Retake rules
- Passing score (%)
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80
Source: Virginia Driver's Manual, Section 1: Testing, Two-Part Knowledge Exam, p. 3
- Test format
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computer
Source: Virginia Driver's Manual, Section 1: Testing, Two-Part Knowledge Exam, p. 3
- Retake wait (days)
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1 business day (adults); 15 days (under 18)
Source: Virginia Driver's Manual, Section 1: Testing, Two-Part Knowledge Exam, p. 3
- Per-section minimums?
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Yes — 10/10 required on part-one sign questions before part two; 80% required on part two
Source: Virginia Driver's Manual, Section 1: Testing, Two-Part Knowledge Exam, p. 3
Retake fees
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