Virginia DMV Test Day: What to Expect
On test day, you'll show identification, pay your fee, and sit for the knowledge test. Here's exactly what happens, how it's scored, and what to do if you don't pass.
Test format and scoring
- 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
Fees on test day
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