Getting ready to sit the official written driving test the WA Department of Transport requires you to pass in order to issue you a driver’s licence? Not sure if you can do it? Here is a FREE way to find out (but it does require practice). Sit our online 45-question learners permit practice test on Western Australian traffic signs, road rules and vehicle safety, and be ready on the day! Each question has three possible answers. Choose the most correct of the answers. To find out more about the Hazard Perception Test, WA Dept. of Transport locations, fees and opening times, vehicle registration or other official services, visit our Western Australia Driver’s Licence FAQ page.

Learner’s Permit WA

To get your WA learner’s permit you must pass the Learner’s Theory Test. This website offers practice tests that you can use to prepare. To qualify for the Learner’s Permit, you must be 16 or older, prove your identity and pass a vision test. You must also be medically fit to drive and pay the permit and test fees.

Permit Limitations

Even though learner’s permit holders are allowed to drive, there are several specific rules that you need to follow. If you don’t obey them, you may be fined or lose your permit.

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)	Zero (no alcohol in your system)
Demerit points	4 points (as a Type 1 Novice)
Plate display	L plates (black L on a yellow background) must be displayed clearly on front and back of your vehicle
Maximum speed limit	The limit as indicated (up to maximum of 100km/h)
Supervision	A supervising driver must accompany the learner’s permit holder at all times while driving. A supervisor must be a licensed/authorised driving instructor or a person who has held the same class of licence for 4+ years
Mobile phones	Drivers can only use a phone to make or receive calls if it’s securely mounted or can be operated without touch (voice activated). It is illegal to use text, video or email messaging or similar communication while driving.
Location	Do not drive within the boundaries of Kings Park
Class	Only applies Class C -- cars (not buses, trucks or motorcycles)