Life in the UK test practice question · Government and law
Under the rules that started in October 2026, how long must most newly qualified drivers in Northern Ireland display R plates?
Answer options
- Two yearsCorrect
- Six months
- One year
- Three years
Answer: Two years
New drivers show R plates for two years. Some learners who pass before 1 April 2027 can still follow the old one-year amber R plate rules.
Checked 8 November 2026