Free Missouri DOR Permit Practice Test 2026
Get ready to pass your Missouri DOR written test on the first try. Our free Missouri permit practice tests are based directly on the official Missouri Driver's Handbook and contain the same types of questions you will see on test day. Each test covers traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, safe driving techniques, and Missouri-specific regulations. With 20 correct answers required out of 25 questions (80% passing score), preparation is essential. Start practicing today - unlimited attempts, instant feedback, detailed explanations.
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25 questions drawn from the Missouri driver handbook, 80% to pass, with an explanation after every answer. Free, no sign-up - press Start when you are ready. More Missouri tests are listed below.
Missouri DOR Practice Test 1
Questions are shuffled every time and drawn from the Missouri driver handbook. Nothing starts - and no clock runs - until you press the button.
- 25 questions
- 80% to pass (20 correct)
- About 15 minutes
- Explanation after every answer
Ways to practice
Learn with practice tests and flashcards, then take the mock test when you think you are ready.
Also try: the Missouri cheat sheet of rules and numbers, the hardest questions people miss most, or make your own test on the topics you find hard.
Missouri Permit Practice Tests
201 unique questions in the Missouri bank (38 Missouri-specific) - practice until you are confident
More Missouri Practice Tests
Official Missouri Driver's Handbook
The DOR writes every real exam question from this manual - read it alongside your practice tests.
Missouri Permit Practice Test PDF (2026)
Free printable version: 100+ Missouri questions with an answer key and explanations, plus the DOR test facts on the cover. Or print a 25-question test, the length of the real test. All state PDFs →
Missouri Class F Instruction Permit (Operator's Instruction Permit) Test: Quick Facts
Verified against Department of Revenue publications - last reviewed October 2026.
| Official permit name | Class F Instruction Permit (Operator's Instruction Permit) |
|---|---|
| Questions on the test | 25 |
| Test format | Besides the 25-question written test (20 correct to pass), there is a separate road sign test. |
| Passing score | 20 of 25 correct (80%) |
| Wrong answers allowed | 5 |
| Minimum age | 15 years old |
| Under-21 alcohol limit | 0.02% BAC or higher |
| Permit / test fee | $10 (Class F instruction permit; DOR fee chart 08-2025 and Driver Guide revised August 2026) |
| If you fail | No wait - the written test may be taken up to two times per day until passed |
| Online testing | No - the knowledge test must be taken in person. |
| Driver's education | No - driver education is not required for the learner permit. |
| Supervised practice | 40 hours incl. 10 at night (between sunset and sunrise), certified by a parent/guardian/qualified person |
| Permit holding period | 182 days (beginning the day after issuance) before the intermediate license |
| Testing agency | Department of Revenue (DOR) |
Sample Missouri Permit Test Questions
Three of the Missouri-specific questions from our bank, with the answer and the rule behind it. The Missouri bank behind the tests above holds 201 unique questions.
1. What is the maximum speed limit on rural interstates and freeways in Missouri?
- A. 65 mph
- B. 70 mph
- C. 75 mph (correct)
- D. 80 mph
Why: Missouri law (RSMo 304.010) sets 75 mph on rural interstates and freeways; the Driver Guide's speed table agrees. Obey lower posted limits.
2. Under Missouri law, while driving it is illegal to:
- A. Write, send, or read a text message (correct)
- B. Use cruise control on a highway
- C. Drive in the left lane to pass
- D. Listen to a podcast or the radio
Why: Missouri prohibits writing, sending, or reading any text-based communication on an electronic communication device while driving.
3. After a minor crash with no injuries in Missouri, the 'Steer It, Clear It' law says you should:
- A. Move a drivable vehicle out of traffic (correct)
- B. Leave it exactly where it stopped
- C. Drive away from the scene right away
- D. Block the lane until police arrive
Why: Missouri's 'Steer It, Clear It' law requires moving a drivable vehicle out of the flow of traffic after a minor, injury-free crash.
Missouri Permit Test Study Guide (2026)
A free Missouri DOR written test study guide - updated for 2026, verified against the official Department of Revenue handbook.
Reviewed by Chad HenryAfter 25 years of teaching driver educationLast reviewed October 2026
Where I-70 links St. Louis and Kansas City and rural roads wind through the Ozarks, Missouri's DOR written test covers road signs, right-of-way, and the rules on seat belts, school buses, and distracted driving. Our Missouri practice permit test is built from the official Missouri Driver Guide so you're ready at the license office.
What to Expect on the Missouri Permit Test
The Department of Revenue (DOR) requires every new driver to pass a written knowledge test before being issued a learner's permit. In Missouri the exam has 25 multiple-choice questions; to pass you need 20 of 25 correct (80%). Besides the 25-question written test (20 correct to pass), there is a separate road sign test. You must be at least 15 years old to apply. Every question is drawn from the official Missouri driver's handbook, so the topics on our practice tests match exactly what the DOR asks.
Topics Covered on the MO Written Test
- Traffic Laws (Rules of the Road): State-specific rules of the road, including right-of-way, lane changing, and intersection rules
- Road Signs: Recognition and meaning of all standard road signs - warning, regulatory, and informational
- Speed Limits: Default speed limits, school zones, work zones, and highway speeds
- Safe Driving: Following distance, blind spots, defensive driving, and weather conditions
- Alcohol & Drugs: DUI laws, BAC limits, and consequences of impaired driving
- Parking Rules: Legal and illegal parking situations, curb colors, and distances
How to Prepare for the Missouri Permit Test
The strongest preparation pairs a read-through of the official Missouri Driver's Handbook with repeated practice tests that surface your weak spots. The DOR writes its test from that handbook, so the rules you practise here are the rules you will be asked about. A sensible target: score at least 80% on several fresh practice tests in a row - and read the explanation on every miss - before you book your appointment.
Official Missouri DOR Information
For official test requirements, locations, and fees, visit the Department of Revenue website. You can also read the official Missouri driver's handbook free of charge - every question on our practice tests traces back to it.
Missouri Permit Test - Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the Missouri DOR written test?
The Missouri DOR written knowledge test has 25 questions. To pass you need 20 of 25 correct (80%). Besides the 25-question written test (20 correct to pass), there is a separate road sign test.
When are new drivers in Missouri not allowed to drive?
Intermediate license: no driving alone 1-5 a.m. (school, job, emergency excepted). Intermediate license holders may not drive alone from 1:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. unless going to or from a school activity, job or emergency, or a licensed driver 21 or older is along. (p.16 (PDF p.18), Intermediate License - Driving Restrictions)
What is the blood alcohol limit for drivers under 21 in Missouri?
A driver under 21 in Missouri violates the zero-tolerance law at a BAC of 0.02% or higher - far below the 0.08% adult limit.
How many questions can you miss on the Missouri permit test?
You can miss up to 5 of the 25 questions and still pass. The minimum is 20 correct answers (80%).
What is the Missouri learner's permit officially called?
Missouri issues the Class F Instruction Permit (Operator's Instruction Permit). It is the first stage of the state's licensing process for new drivers.
How much does the Missouri permit cost?
The published fee is $10 (Class F instruction permit; DOR fee chart 08-2025 and Driver Guide revised August 2026). Fees change from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the Department of Revenue website before your visit.
What happens if I fail the Missouri permit test?
If you fail, Missouri lets you retake the knowledge test. No wait - the written test may be taken up to two times per day until passed. Use the practice tests above to find the topics you missed before you try again.
Can I take the Missouri permit test online?
No - the knowledge test must be taken in person.
Is driver's education required for a Missouri permit?
No - driver education is not required for the learner permit.
How long do I have to hold my Missouri permit?
Minimum holding period: 182 days (beginning the day after issuance) before the intermediate license. Required supervised practice: 40 hours incl. 10 at night (between sunset and sunrise), certified by a parent/guardian/qualified person.
Sources & Methodology
Every Missouri question on this page is written from the official Missouri driver handbook, and the facts in the table above are checked against Department of Revenue publications. Last reviewed: October 2026. Every question shows its own source under the explanation; all corrections are listed in our corrections log.
Chad Henry – Reviewer
After 25 years of teaching driver education
Chad Henry has taught driver education for 25 years and reviews every state's practice questions, quick facts and study guides against the official driver handbook and agency publications before they are published.
Last reviewed: October 2026
- https://dor.mo.gov/forms/Driver%20Guide.pdf
- https://dor.mo.gov/
- https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/issuance/graduated-driver-license/details.html
- https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/documents/feechart.pdf
- https://apps.mshp.dps.mo.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/DVSD/DE/faqs.html
- https://dor.mo.gov/pdf/Chapter2.pdf
- https://dor.mo.gov/faq/driver-license/general.html
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