# Spanish driver theoretical knowledge study

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> Updated: 2026-09-26T23:31:04.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

A study conducted by Fundación Línea Directa, in collaboration with Fesvial and Etrasa, indicates that approximately 92% of drivers in Spain would fail the official theoretical driving exam if tested today. The research, which surveyed 1,700 drivers, found that only 8.1% of participants would pass by making three or fewer mistakes.

Key areas of knowledge deficiency include regulations regarding motorcycles and mopeds (approximately 63%), road signaling (30%), and general road regulations such as speed limits (27%).

The study highlights that failure rates increase with age, with 94.5% of drivers aged 55 and over failing the test. Additionally, 77% of drivers reported that they have received no additional road safety training since obtaining their licenses.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-26: Spain: 92% of drivers would fail theoretical driving exam

A study shows that 92% of Spanish drivers would fail the theoretical driving exam if retaken today, with most errors related to motorcycle regulations and road signs.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spain-92-of-drivers-would-fail-theoretical-driving-exam

### 2026-09-17: Spain drivers study: 92% would fail theoretical exam

A study shows 91.9% of Spanish drivers would fail the theoretical driving exam today, with the highest failure rates among drivers over 55 and in topics regarding motorcycles and signaling.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spain-drivers-study-92-would-fail-theoretical-exam

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