New Mexico
Driving Practice Test

To pass the New Mexico driver’s license test you’ll need to correctly answer 18 of 25 multiple-choice questions. This site offers a number of practice tests including:

New Mexico MVD Practice Test
New Mexico Permit Practice Test
CDL Practice Test for NM
New Mexico Motorcycle Practice Test

Whichever test you’re preparing for, it’s important to become accustomed to the types of questions, along with the substance of each test. The general 25 question driving test includes a variety of questions to get you accustomed to the New Mexico state driving laws and also help you identify the state’s road signs. Every test on this site is free and available on computers and mobile devices so feel free to take them whenever and wherever you’d like. Click the “Start Test” button below to begin your practice New Mexico driving test.

1 / 25

This shape of sign has what meaning?

Warning

Stop sign ahead

School crossing ahead

Railroad crossing

2 / 25

If while you are driving an officer suspects you of driving under the influence, what is he allowed to request of you?

Urine test.

All of the answers are correct.

Blood test.

Breath test.

3 / 25

If you fail or refuse to complete any tests when arrested for driving under influence what will occur?

Your car will be impounded for six months.

You will receive a fine of up to $5,000.

You will have to complete 90 hours of community service.

Your driving privileges will automatically be revoked for a total of 12 months or a total of 24 months for a second refusal within 84 months.

4 / 25

You are on a two-way street with multiple lanes and you want to make a left hand turn. You should complete the turn in:

the lane that is closest to the direction you want to go.

the lane with the least traffic.

the middle lane.

the right lane of the cross street.

5 / 25

What is the meaning of this sign?

Road joins ahead

No left turn

Merge

Winding Road Ahead

6 / 25

What do you do if you are about to overtake a bicycle and you see an oncoming vehicle approaching?

speed up and quickly pass the bicycle

slow down and let the vehicle pass first

turn back into your lane, the bicyclist will stop

alert the oncoming car to slow down

7 / 25

Of the following statements about changing lanes which is true?

You only need to use your side mirrors.

Vehicles with two outside mirrors do not have blind spots.

Look over your right shoulder for a right lane change and your left shoulder for a left lane change.

You only need to use your rear-view mirror.

8 / 25

When must you yield to a funeral procession?

If the funeral escort vehicle has a flashing blue or red light.

If the procession is more then 10 cars long.

Only when there is a police officer escorting them.

It is never necessary to yield to a funeral procession.

9 / 25

What should you NOT do if, while you are passing a truck, the traffic on the road up ahead is slowing down or stopping?

Speed up and merge in front of the truck.

Signal to merge back into the lane.

Avoid pulling in front of the truck.

Decrease speed and pull back into your lane.

10 / 25

If you are driving with an open container of alcohol in your vehicle what crime are you committing?

Class 1 Felony.

Class 2 Misdemeanor.

Class 1 Misdemeanor.

It is not a crime to drive with an open container.

11 / 25

Where do you stop if you see red lights flashing as you approach a railroad crossing?

At least 20 feet but no more than 50 feet from the closest track.

At least 15 feet, but no more than 50 feet from the closest track.

At least 30 feet but no more than 100 feet from the closest track.

At least 30 feet but no more than 50 feet from the closest track.

12 / 25

What is the meaning of this sign?

Warning of a Change in Direction or Narrowing of Roadway

Downgrade

Place engine in lower gear

Place engine in higher gear

13 / 25

When are roadways the most slippery?

During a heavy downpour.

The first rain after a dry spell.

After it has been raining for awhile.

When it has been hot then turns cold.

14 / 25

When are you not required to use your turn signal?

When parked and checking your vehicle for damage.

When leaving a parking lot.

When entering or leaving a freeway.

When there is no one behind you.

15 / 25

It is safest to drive your vehicle _______ of your lane when you are driving on a two-lane road.

in the center

it doesn't matter

closest to the shoulder

on the right side

16 / 25

Yellow lines are used as ______ on one-way roads

left-edge lines

turning lines

right-edge lines

guide lines

17 / 25

While driving if you see danger of a potential head-on crash, you should________.

Wave your hands in the air rapidly to get the attention of others.

Move toward the shoulder, getting off the road, and away from the oncoming driver.

Position your vehicle in such a way you will sustain less damage than the other vehicle.

All of the answers listed.

18 / 25

Is there ever a time when you are allowed to pass on the right?

No, it is never safe.

Only if a vehicle is stopped and waiting to make a left turn.

Only when the other driver is going less then 60 mph.

Only when the other driver is going at the speed limit or below.

19 / 25

Of the following statements about pavement markings which is NOT true?

On a highway you are allowed to cross a solid white line.

Broken yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions.

Crossing double solid yellow lines to make a left turn to/from an alley is not against traffic laws.

Broken white lines separate traffic moving in the same direction.

20 / 25

Of the following which is correct?

Use parking lights when driving through fog.

Use your high beams when driving in fog.

Use low beams when driving in fog.

Use your parking lights when driving at night and when it is raining.

21 / 25

What is this sign an example of?

A Highway Route sign

An Interstate Route sign

A State Route sign

A Out-of-Use Route sign

22 / 25

Is it allowed to park your car in front of a driveway?

It is allowed if there are no cars in the driveway.

It is allowed if the driveway is private.

It is allowed if the driveway is public.

No, it is never allowed.

23 / 25

You can avoid 'highway hypnosis' on the expressway by doing which of the following?

pull over and rest when you feel tired

all answers are correct

stopping every hour and exercising

using the radio and fresh air

24 / 25

The driver's license that permits a person to drive a moped or motorcycle is in which classification?

Class M.

Class D.

Class B.

Class H.

25 / 25

What must a driver do while waiting to make a left turn?

keep engine in lower gear

keep the front wheels pointed straight

keep foot on the brake

keep the front wheels pointed toward the left

Your score is

The average score is 68%

5/5 - (1 vote)

Drivers License

How To Get A New Mexico Drivers License

If you are applying for your first New Mexico driver license and are under age 18, you must go through the New Mexico Graduated Licensing System to get your license, and this is three stages. The stages are an Instructional Permit, Provisional License, and a Full License.

To be eligible for an instructional permit, you must be at least 15 years old and bring proof that you are either enrolled or have completed a state-approved driver education program, and proof of identity like a social security card.Next, you must pass a vision test and a 40 question knowledge exam with an 80 percent or better, and pay the $10 fee. If you fail, you have to wait 10 days to retake the test, but there is no additional fee. If you need an interpreter, one will be provided. There is also the option to have the test read to you through the computer. You must have your permit for at least six months and in that six months drive with someone who is 21 or older who has been licensed for a minimum of 3 years. You must complete 50 hours of supervised, documented, driving practice, including 10 hours at night, and have a clean driving record for 90 days before moving to step two.To get a provisional license, a teen must be at least 15 years and 6 months old and have completed Stage one. You must present a ‘Certificate of Completion’ that shows the applicant achieved a passing score from a Driver Education School that includes a 3-hour DWI component and pay the $18 fee. You must hold this license for twelve months. To get your full license, the teen and the parent or guardian must complete and sign a driver license application. You must pay the $18 fee, and have no violations for the past 90 days.If you are new to the state and 25 years old or over, you must submit proof that you have completed New Mexico’s approved DWI prevention and education program. You must also surrender your old license and pay a renewal fee.

Pass The Test

How To Pass the New Mexico Driver's License Test

Passing the written test to earn your New Mexico driver’s license or learner’s permit isn’t easy. To pass the test on the first try we recommend following the tips below.

Spend as much time as possible with the MVD Driver’s manual as possible (link below). This document contains literally everything you’ll need to know to pass written knowledge test and road test, so immerse yourself in it and you’ll reap the rewards.

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Take your time as you go through the test. It’s not a race. Pay attention to questions using the terms legal or illegal, right turn or left turn, crosswalk or sidewalk, or any other similar terms that are designed to cross you up. Pay close attention to the wording to make sure you’re answering the question you think you are.

Additional Information

New Mexico MVD (Motor Vehicle Division)

For information on New Mexico driver’s licenses and testing, as well as information on vehicles and registration, you can find more information on the New Mexico MVD website at http://mvd.newmexico.gov/.

Phone: 888.683.4636

To find New Mexico MVD locations nearest you please visit https://drivingtestsample.com/dmv-locations/new-mexico/

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