How many mistakes are allowed on the AM theory test?

Two. There are 20 questions and the time limit is 20 minutes.

Does AM include the 30-question car exam?

No. Permit AM only has the specific test. The common test is for other licences when you have not passed it yet.

In which languages can you take it?

In Spanish and in the co-official language of the exam region. It is not available in English, French or German.

At what age can you get the AM?

At 15. The first theory sitting can be requested from three months before.

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How the AM exam works

Mopeds do not take the common car theory test. The theory exam is only the specific 20-question test.

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Practice tests for this licence are in Spanish. This guide explains the official exam in English.

Questions: 20
Time: 20 min
Max mistakes: 2
Minimum age: 15 years

The theory test

20 specific questions, 20 minutes and a maximum of 2 mistakes. A blank answer counts as a fail.
There is no common 30-question test.
The minimum age is 15. The theory sitting can be requested from three months before.

After the theory test

After the theory test there is a closed-circuit skills test.
AM has no on-road circulation exam.

Languages

Spanish and the co-official language of your region. This theory test is not offered in English, French or German.

Co-official languages are requested in their region: Catalan in Catalonia and the Balearic Islands, Basque in the Basque Country and Navarre, Galician in Galicia and Valencian in the Valencian Community.

According to the DGT form 04.

Before you sit the exam

Medical check

The psychophysical fitness report is valid for 90 days. It expires before the exam if you get it too early.

Fee

The DGT fee covers two sittings. If you fail both, you must submit a new application.

Validity

A passed test is kept for two years. If you do not get the licence in that time, you must sit it again.

Preparation

You can prepare independently or at a driving school. DentroTest practises the theory test: it does not file the application or teach on-road lessons.

Requirements, fees and application are on the DGT website.

Exam questions

How many mistakes are allowed on the AM theory test?: Two. There are 20 questions and the time limit is 20 minutes.
Does AM include the 30-question car exam?: No. Permit AM only has the specific test. The common test is for other licences when you have not passed it yet.
In which languages can you take it?: In Spanish and in the co-official language of the exam region. It is not available in English, French or German.
At what age can you get the AM?: At 15. The first theory sitting can be requested from three months before.

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The full mock exam is in the tests for Permiso AM. If one block keeps showing up in your mistakes, go straight to that topic.