Massachusetts DMV Practice Test 2026
The Massachusetts written knowledge test has 25 questions and requires a 72% score to pass. Use these free practice tests to study the rules of the road, traffic signs, and state-specific laws before your appointment.
Updated April 2026
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327 practice questions to help you master the Massachusetts DMV Test, 4 practice tests, 1 exam simulation
Massachusetts requirement to pass
25 questions on the real test, 72% passing score (18 of 25), 25 minutes
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Test 1: Rules of the Road
Right-of-way, turns, intersections, passing, lane changes
Test 2: Road Signs & Signals
Regulatory signs, warning signs, traffic signals, road markings
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The Massachusetts written knowledge test has 25 multiple-choice questions. You need 18 correct answers (72%) to pass. You have 25 minutes to complete it. Tests are administered by the RMV. Questions cover road signs, traffic laws, and Massachusetts-specific rules. Read how DMV IQ prepares you for test day.
About the Written Test
The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) knowledge test consists of 25 multiple-choice questions with a relatively forgiving passing score of 72% — you need just 18 out of 25 correct. This makes Massachusetts one of the easier states to pass in terms of the threshold, though the questions themselves still require solid preparation.
The test is administered on a computer at any RMV service center, and you'll have 25 minutes to complete it. Massachusetts is one of the few states that also offers online testing through Mass.Gov/RMV, though you may need to visit a service center first. The exam is available in an impressive 37+ languages, making it one of the most accessible in the nation.
The $30 testing fee applies each time you take the test, so passing on your first attempt saves money. If you fail, you can retake it the next business day, but you'll need to pay the fee again. There's no limit on the number of retake attempts.
To take the test, bring your proof of identity (birth certificate or passport), Social Security card, and proof of Massachusetts residency. Applicants under 18 need parental consent and must have completed a state-approved driver education course. The minimum age for a learner's permit is 16.
Massachusetts has a strict Junior Operator License (JOL) system for drivers under 18. After holding a permit for 6 months and completing driver education, teens can get a JOL with significant restrictions: no passengers under 18 (except immediate family) for the first 6 months, and a nighttime driving curfew from 12:30 AM to 5 AM. These restrictions lift at age 18.
The test covers standard topics from the Massachusetts Driver's Manual including traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, speed limits, and DUI laws. Pay special attention to Massachusetts-specific rules like the "rotary" (roundabout) right-of-way laws, the state's hands-free driving law, and Boston's unique traffic patterns. A score of 72% means you can miss up to 7 questions — but don't let that make you complacent.
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Sample Flash Card
What is the default speed limit on an undivided highway outside a thickly settled area in Massachusetts?
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Start PracticingWhen approaching a school zone during school hours, the maximum speed limit in Massachusetts is:
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Timed, 25-question test that mirrors the real Massachusetts DMV exam. 72% to pass.
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