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What does your score say about your CBR exam readiness?
The English CBR car theory exam uses the same pass standard as the Dutch version. You need to answer at least 44 out of 50 questions correctly, which means you can make a maximum of 6 mistakes. Use your practice score as a checkpoint, not as a one-off prediction.
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A practical way to read your score
Too many rules and situations are still uncertain. Review the topics behind your mistakes before doing another full mock exam.
You are approaching the pass mark. Focus on recurring weak areas instead of simply repeating exam after exam.
A positive result, but one pass is not enough to prove consistency. Try to repeat this level across several practice exams.
You are showing a healthy margin above the pass mark. Keep revisiting your weakest subjects so this performance remains stable under exam pressure.
English CBR theory exam
Taking the Dutch car theory exam in English
Choosing English changes the language of the exam, not the traffic rules, difficulty or pass mark. You are still tested on Dutch traffic law and on how those rules apply in real road situations.
An important detail for international candidates: the CBR’s regular English-language theory exam is available for the passenger car category (B). That makes car theory the category for which you can prepare and sit the standard exam fully in English.
Road signs, priority, speed, safe driving and traffic situations do not change because you take the exam in English.
You still need 44 correct answers out of 50, within the regular exam time.
The standard English-language CBR theory exam is offered for category B passenger cars.
How closely do our English practice exams reflect the CBR format?
We build our car theory practice around the way knowledge is tested at the CBR: concise questions, realistic Dutch traffic situations and different ways of giving an answer. The aim is to make the exam logic feel familiar before you sit the real test.
Exam-style wordingQuestions are kept focused and direct, so you practise identifying what the exam is actually asking you to decide.
Dutch road situationsExpect topics such as priority, road signs, speed, overtaking and safe behaviour in situations that require you to apply the rule.
Learn from the answerA wrong answer is useful when you understand why it was wrong. Use the explanation to correct the rule before moving on.CBR question formats
Get comfortable with the way CBR questions work
Knowing the traffic rules is only one part of the task. During the car theory exam you may need to select, drag, point to something, enter a number or choose more than one answer.
Familiarity with these interactions saves attention on exam day. Instead of working out how a question functions, you can focus on the traffic situation itself.
Different questions require different ways of responding.
Choose an answer
Drag an item
Point on an image
Enter a number
Yes / no
Multiple answers
Understanding the interface reduces unnecessary stress and leaves more attention for the actual traffic rule being tested.
For international candidates
Passing in English still means learning Dutch traffic logic
If you already drive or studied theory in another country, some Dutch rules may feel familiar — but relying on experience alone can be risky. Priority rules, road layouts, signs and the way safe behaviour is assessed can differ from what you are used to.
That is why English-language preparation should do more than translate terminology. You need to learn how the Dutch rule works, when it applies and how the CBR expects you to use it in a situation.
Knowing the vocabulary is useful, but the exam rewards correct application of Dutch traffic law.
Roundabouts, priority, markings, speed and vulnerable road users should become familiar in the Dutch context.
Timed mock exams help you practise making accurate decisions without overthinking every question.
Need more than practice exams?
If your scores are not yet consistent, choose the type of preparation that fits your schedule: intensive classroom training or structured online study in English.
Live guidance
English classroom theory course
Prefer direct explanations and the opportunity to ask questions? Our intensive English classroom course prepares you specifically for the Dutch CBR car theory exam.
Study independently
Online car theory in English
Study at your own pace with English theory lessons, practice questions and mock exams. Useful if you want to repeat difficult topics whenever it suits you.
English car theory FAQ
Questions about taking the CBR theory exam in English
Quick answers for international candidates preparing for the Dutch category B car theory exam.

