The VIC Hazard Perception Test uses short videos to assess your hazard awareness. Tap only when it’s safest to act—your timing determines your score. You’ll get practice clips before the test to help you learn the format. Sometimes the safest choice is to take no action. You must pass the HPT before moving to a full licence. Start by using the VicRoads practice clips that cover key scenarios.
VIC HPT Practice Test Clips
Sharpen your hazard awareness with VIC-focused clips. Practise spotting risks early, decide the safest action, and build confidence for your official HPT.
Book Your Victoria HPT in 3 Simple Steps
Get prepared with practice clips, log in to VicRoads, pick your preferred test location and slot, and lock in your exam date.
Sign in to VicRoads
Create or log in to your VicRoads account, confirm licence class and eligibility, and keep your details updated for easy booking.
Choose Test Centre & Time
Select a VicRoads customer service centre, pick your test day and slot, and review practice clips for night driving, intersections, and pedestrian awareness.
Pay the Fee & Confirm Booking
Pay securely to confirm your test. A booking receipt will be emailed or sent via SMS. Bring ID on test day, check in a little early, and be ready to sit your clips.
Get Ready to Pass the VIC Hazard Perception Test
Don’t let tricky scenarios catch you off guard. Train with practice clips, sharpen your judgement in complex traffic situations, and walk into your test day fully prepared.
Begin VIC HPT TrainingFrequently Asked Questions
FAQs
The Victorian Hazard Perception Test (HPT) consists of 28 short video clips filmed from a driver’s perspective. Each clip presents a real-world driving scenario such as approaching intersections, merging traffic, changing lanes, or reacting to pedestrians. Your task is to identify developing hazards and respond by clicking at the correct time. You’re tested on your ability to recognise dangers early and choose the safest driving action—whether that’s slowing down, turning, overtaking, or sometimes taking no action at all.
Yes. Passing the VIC Hazard Perception Test is a mandatory requirement before you can book or attempt your practical driving test. VicRoads requires this to ensure learner drivers can demonstrate safe decision-making and hazard recognition skills before moving onto a real-world road test. Without passing the HPT, you are not eligible to progress to your probationary (P1) licence stage.
The pass mark is set at 54%. This means you must correctly respond to hazards in the majority of the clips. Each correct response is scored based on whether you click within the safe response window.
- Clicking too early(before it’s safe) or too late (after the hazard has passed) may result in lost marks.
- Unnecessary clicks can also count against you. To succeed, you need consistent judgement across different road situations.
The VIC HPT fee is approximately $37.40, though prices may be updated by VicRoads. The fee must be paid at the time of booking and covers the online test delivery. Additional fees apply if you need to resit the test after failing. Always check the latest costs on the VicRoads website before booking.
You can book your test online through the VicRoads Customer Portal. To book, you’ll need:
- Your learner permit details
- A valid payment method (credit/debit card)
- Access to a reliable computer or laptop with internet, as the test is taken online
- Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive login instructions and further test details via email.
Yes, rescheduling is possible through VicRoads, provided you do so in advance of your test time. If you need to cancel altogether, be aware that refunds are not always guaranteed. It’s best to confirm VicRoads’ latest cancellation and rescheduling policy before booking. If something urgent prevents you from attending, you may be asked to provide supporting evidence.
If you fail the HPT, you must wait at least one day before rebooking and reattempting the test. There is no maximum limit on attempts, but you will need to pay the test fee each time. It is strongly advised to practise using the official VicRoads practice materials before trying again, as they help you learn the correct response timing and reduce the chance of repeated failures.