Maryland MVA Test Practice Test

Maryland MVA Test Exam at a Glance

What changed for Maryland MVA Test in 2026

• Oct 25, 2026: Number of questions changed to 25 questions (previously 25 multiple-choice questions (Class C, Class M, Moped Permit)).^[1]
• Oct 25, 2026: Retake policy changed to Next business day after 1st fail; 7 calendar days after 2+ fails (previously Next business day after 1st fail; 7-day wait after 2+ fails).^[1]
• Oct 25, 2026: Validity changed to Up to 6 months (previously Passing scores valid up to 6 months).^[1]
• Oct 25, 2026: Delivery changed to Computer, at an MVA office (previously Computer-based, at an MVA office; 17 languages incl. ASL).^[1]

What the Maryland MVA Test is and how it works

According to Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration, “Class C, Class M, and Moped Permit: 25 questions”^[1]

The Maryland MVA knowledge test is part of preparing for a learner’s permit. You must be at least 15 years 9 months old to apply for a Maryland learner’s permit. The verified fee for a Learner’s Permit — Non-CDL Type I GLS, for someone with no previous license — is $65. Treat that as the fee for this permit category, rather than a separate knowledge-test charge.

Tests are usually administered on a computer at an MVA office. The Class C, Class M, and Moped Permit knowledge tests have 25 questions. You have 20 minutes to take the test and must score 88% or higher to pass. Use these conditions to guide your preparation, without assuming that a practice result predicts your official result.

After your 1st failed attempt, you may retest on the next business day. After 2 or more failures, you must wait at least 7 calendar days. Passing knowledge and skills test scores remain valid for up to 6 months; that is score validity, not permit validity. For the official wording, consult the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration’s Knowledge Tests, Learner’s Permit, and License and ID Fees pages.

Worked examples: how to reason through Maryland MVA Test questions

These are practice questions written for this site, not questions from the real exam. Each explanation shows why the right answer is right and why the others are wrong.

Example 1

Question: Lanes are identified by double-broken yellow lines on both sides as follows:

1. Reversible lanes
2. Intersections
3. The person is blind
4. Stopping

Answer: A. Reversible lanes

Explanation:

The intended answer is A: Reversible lanes. The question describes lane markings associated with lanes whose permitted direction can change. The existing explanation contradicts the answer key by denying that identification and saying the markings merely indicate a reversible lane ahead; it should not be used as written. B, intersections, describes where roads meet rather than this lane arrangement. C, the person is blind, does not identify a lane type. D, stopping, describes an action rather than the marked lane. Remember the distinction between identifying a reversible lane and determining whether you may use it: check the applicable lane-control signals before entering.

Example 2

Question: What is the maximum duration of validity for non-commercial driver's licenses?

1. Indefinitely
2. 1 year
3. 5 to 8 years
4. 10 years

Answer: C. 5 to 8 years

Explanation:

This question needs verification before it can serve as a scored example. The supplied key selects C, 5 to 8 years, but the verified facts do not establish non-commercial license validity. The wording also asks for a maximum while offering a range. A, indefinitely, B, 1 year, and D, 10 years, disagree with the supplied key, but that alone does not establish why they are wrong under Maryland’s rules. Do not memorize the existing explanation as an official requirement. The general rule is to distinguish license validity from permit validity and test-score validity, then check the relevant MVA requirement.

Example 3

Question: What does Maryland law require drivers to do at the scene of an accident resulting in injury?

1. Leave the scene and report to the nearest police station
2. Stop, render reasonable aid, and report the crash to police
3. Move vehicles from the road immediately and file a report within 48 hours
4. Call 911 only if the injury appears life-threatening

Answer: B. Stop, render reasonable aid, and report the crash to police

Explanation:

B is the intended answer: Stop, render reasonable aid, and report the crash to police. It includes each action described in the supplied practice question’s explanation. A is wrong because leaving to report elsewhere omits stopping and helping at the scene. C substitutes moving vehicles and a later report for the stated duties to stop and assist. D makes calling for help depend on whether an injury appears life-threatening, which does not match the question’s broader injury condition. Remember the combined responsibilities in this example: stop, provide reasonable assistance, and report the injury crash. Treat this as a practice explanation, not a quotation of Maryland law.

How to use these practice tests

Start with the official Maryland MVA study material. Read for the action a driver should take in a situation, then use the Maryland MVA Permit practice set to find topics that need more attention. For each uncertain answer, write down the rule you need to check rather than memorizing the answer letter.

Choose focused practice based on those gaps. Use Road Signs and Signals for sign and signal questions, Traffic Laws and Rules of the Road for driving-rule questions, and Parking Rules and Regulations for parking questions. These are practice categories, not a verified official exam outline.

Review every missed answer against the official material. If a question and its explanation disagree, set it aside until you can resolve the conflict. Return to mixed practice and explain your choices without looking at the answer key. Keep the official 20-minute limit in mind as you practise reading carefully. Before test day, check the MVA’s Knowledge Tests and Learner’s Permit pages for official requirements.

Sources & last verified

1. Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration — number of questions, time limit, passing score, retake policy (official source). “Class C, Class M, and Moped Permit: 25 questions” Verified Oct 25, 2026.
2. Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration — exam fee (official source). “Learner's Permit – Non CDL Type I (GLS) $65 For those with no previous license” Verified Oct 25, 2026.
3. Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration — eligibility (official source). “You must be at least 15 years and 9 months old to apply for a Maryland learner's permit.” Verified Oct 25, 2026.

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