Free 2026 VT DMV Practice Tests
Based on the official Vermont Driver's Handbook. Get ready for your VT DMV written exam with our comprehensive practice tests.
VT Motorcycle Warm-up
A 15-question quick check across all motorcycle topics. Good way to start.
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What to Expect on the Vermont motorcycle (Class M) Test
20 multiple-choice questions; must answer at least 16 correctly (80%). Online only via mydmv.vermont.gov.
No time limit
$39
$39 Learner Permit Knowledge Test fee is charged each attempt pass or fail; separate $24 Learner's Permit (2-year) fee is paid after passing.No — the learner permit knowledge test is taken online at mydmv.vermont.gov and is no longer administered in DMV offices.
Unlimited — you may take the test as many times as you wish until you pass.
1-day wait between attempts.
Retake fee: $39.
English, Arabic, Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian, Burmese, Dari, French, Kirundi, Mandarin Chinese, Nepali, Pashto, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Ukrainian
Documents to Bring to Your Vermont Test
Original or certified copy of birth certificate or valid passport; completed permit application (signed by parent/guardian if under 18); two pieces of mail listing name and physical Vermont address; Social Security number (if applicable); test and permit fees.
Vermont Rules You'll See on the Test
Rules unique to Vermont that appear on the VT DMV knowledge test more than others.
- gavel Moose and deer collision safety — most active at dawn/dusk; moose eyes may not reflect headlights
- gavel Winter driving — snow tires on all four wheels, never mix tire types
- gavel Move Over Law — change lanes or slow for stopped emergency vehicles and snowplows
- gavel Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) accepted for land/sea return from Canada in lieu of passport
- gavel Under-21 zero-tolerance: BAC of .02 or more triggers civil violation and license suspension
Vermont DMV Test FAQ
How many questions are on the Vermont motorcycle (Class M) permit test?
The VT DMV motorcycle (Class M) knowledge test has 20 multiple-choice questions drawn from the official state handbook — covering road signs, traffic laws, right-of-way, and safe-driving procedures.
Are all Vermont motorcycle (Class M) test questions multiple choice?
Yes. Every question presents 3-4 answer choices with exactly one correct answer. There are no fill-in-the-blank, true/false, or essay questions on the VT DMV knowledge test.
Is the Vermont knowledge test on paper or computer?
20 multiple-choice questions; must answer at least 16 correctly (80%). Online only via mydmv.vermont.gov.
Can I look at the Vermont handbook during the actual test?
No — VT DMV treats the exam as closed-book. The handbook is what you use to prepare, not to reference during the exam.
If I'm under 18, does a parent need to be with me for the Vermont test?
A parent or guardian doesn't sit through the test with you, but under-18 applicants normally need a parent's signature on the application before VT DMV will schedule or administer the exam. Bring the signed form.
How long does it take to prep for the Vermont knowledge test?
Most first-timers pass after 4-8 hours of focused study spread over a week: one full read of the handbook, then repeated practice tests until you score 90%+ on three attempts in a row.
Should I go with my first instinct on the Vermont test?
Usually yes. Research on multiple-choice exams shows changing an answer helps only when you realize you misread the question — not when you simply feel uncertain. Read carefully once, commit, move on.
Is the Vermont written test the same as the road test?
No. The knowledge test is a written or computer-based exam on rules and signs. After you pass it, you'll take a separate behind-the-wheel road test with an examiner to earn your full license.
How long is my Vermont license valid after I pass?
Standard Vermont licenses are valid for 4 years once issued. See /learn/how-to-renew-license/vt for the full renewal timing and REAL ID upgrade path.
How many questions can I get wrong and still pass the Vermont test?
You can miss at most 4 questions. Any more than that and VT DMV will mark it a fail — you'll need to retake.