Free Michigan DMV Practice Test (2026)

Michigan · Checked October 2026

Practice for the Michigan permit test with a learning path built around the Michigan Department of State (Secretary of State) rules: a Michigan-only module on the state's own laws and teen-license limits, core rules-of-the-road lessons, instant explanations and a timed exam simulation.

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Michigan permit test at a glance

QuestionsNot published

To pass70%

Min. permit age14 yrs 9 mos

AgencySOS

Teens under 18 do not take a separate permit test at the SOS: to qualify for the Level 1 Learner's License you must pass the Segment 1 driver education state exam with at least 70%. Drivers 18 and older take the SOS written knowledge test (with a road-sign section) free at an SOS office or online at home for $6.50 with a webcam; it is offered in English and several other languages, and if you fail you must retest on a different day.

The Michigan Department of State (Secretary of State) does not publish the exact number of questions, so our timed simulation uses a standard 25-question format with the official passing score of 70%.

Tip: Start with module 1, “Michigan laws & permit rules”. These 12 questions cover rules that are specific to Michigan, the part of the test that general study guides usually miss.

Michigan traffic laws you will be tested on

Topic	Michigan rule	Source
Alcohol under 21 (zero tolerance)	If you are under 21, you may not drive with any bodily alcohol content, defined as a BAC of 0.02 up to less than 0.08 (or any alcohol not from a religious service). A conviction adds 4 points to your record.	legislature.mi.gov
Adult BAC limits and implied consent	Driving with a BAC of 0.08 or more is illegal, and 0.17 or more brings tougher high-BAC penalties. Under the implied consent law, refusing a chemical test leads to a license suspension and 6 points.	legislature.mi.gov
Cell phones	All drivers are banned from holding or using a mobile device while driving, including calls, texts and video, except to report an emergency; one-touch hands-free use is allowed. Fines are $100 for a first offense and $250 after that. Level 1 and 2 teens may not make any non-emergency calls, even hands-free (Kelsey's Law).	michigan.gov
Seat belts	Michigan requires belts for everyone in the front seat and for all passengers under 16 in any seat. Police may stop a vehicle just because occupants are not properly buckled up.	michigan.gov
Child safety seats	Children must ride in a car seat or booster seat until they are 8 years old or 4 feet 9 inches tall. Children under 4 must ride in a rear seat if the vehicle has one, unless all rear seats are taken by other children under 4.	michigan.gov
Move Over law	When you see a stopped emergency vehicle, you must slow down at least 10 mph below the posted speed limit and move over a lane if traffic and conditions allow. If you injure or kill emergency personnel, it is a felony.	michigan.gov
Standard speed limits	Unless posted otherwise: 25 mph in platted subdivisions and condominium complexes, 55 mph on non-freeway streets and highways, and 70 mph maximum / 55 mph minimum on freeways. Work zones are usually 45 mph when posted, and fines double for moving violations there.	michigan.gov
Headlights	Headlights must be on from a half hour after sunset until a half hour before sunrise and any time there is not enough light to clearly see people and vehicles 500 feet away. It is illegal to use or flash high beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle.	michigan.gov

Michigan learner permit and teen license rules

You can enroll in Segment 1 driver education at 14 years 8 months: at least 24 hours of classroom, 6 hours behind the wheel and 4 hours of observation, and you must pass the Segment 1 state exam with 70%.
At 14 years 9 months you can get a Level 1 Learner's License. You may drive only with a licensed parent, guardian or designated licensed adult 21 or older.
Before Segment 2 (6 classroom hours) you need 3 months on Level 1 and 30 logged hours, including 2 at night.
Before the driving skills test you need 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 at night, 6 months on Level 1, Segment 2 completed, and no violations or at-fault crashes in the last 90 days.
Level 2 Intermediate License (age 16 or older): no driving from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. and no more than one passenger under 21, except for family members, work, authorized activities, or when a parent, guardian or designated adult 21+ is with you.
Under Kelsey's Law, Level 1 and Level 2 drivers may not use a cell phone while driving except to report an emergency.
Level 3 Full License comes automatically at 17 or older after 6 months on Level 2 and 12 straight months with no violations or at-fault crashes. GDL ends at 18.

How to get your Michigan learner's permit

With a parent's permission, enroll in a state-certified Segment 1 driver education course (you must be at least 14 years 8 months). Online-only courses do not count.
Complete Segment 1 (24 classroom hours, 6 behind-the-wheel hours and 4 observation hours) and pass the Segment 1 state exam with at least 70%.
Pre-apply online and schedule a Secretary of State office visit; you must go with your parent or guardian.
Bring your Segment 1 Certificate of Completion plus proof of your Social Security number, legal presence, identity and Michigan residency (form SOS-428 lists accepted documents).
Pass the vision test, have your photo taken and pay the $25 licensing fee. You receive a Level 1 Learner's License hard card.
Use the Supervised Driving Guide to log your practice hours with a licensed parent, guardian or designated adult 21 or older.

Sample Michigan-specific questions

Here are four of the 12 questions in our Michigan module. Each one is based on the official What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133, October 2025) or Michigan law; open the answer to see the rule behind it.

1. What is the minimum age to get a Level 1 Learner's License in Michigan?

14 years 6 months
14 years 9 months
15 years
15 years 6 months

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Correct answer: 14 years 9 months. You must be at least 14 years 9 months old and have completed Segment 1 to apply for a Level 1 Learner's License. Source: michigan.gov

2. What minimum score must you get on the Segment 1 state exam to pass driver education?

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Correct answer: 70%. A score of at least 70% on the Segment 1 state exam is required to pass the course. The same 70% applies to the Segment 2 exam. Source: michigan.gov

3. How many hours of supervised driving must a Michigan teen log before taking the driving skills test?

50 hours, including 10 at night
30 hours, including 2 at night
40 hours, including 8 at night
60 hours, including 15 at night

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Correct answer: 50 hours, including 10 at night. You need at least 50 hours, including 10 at night, before the skills test. The 30 hours (2 at night) figure is the requirement to start Segment 2. Source: michigan.gov

4. With a Michigan Level 2 Intermediate License, during which hours may you not drive (unless an exception applies)?

Midnight to 5 a.m.
11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

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Correct answer: 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.. Level 2 drivers may not drive from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. unless going to or from work or an authorized activity, or accompanied by a parent, guardian or designated adult 21 or older. Source: michigan.gov

How this practice test works

Learn the Michigan rules first: module 1 covers the state's permit test, teen-license limits and traffic laws.
Work through the core modules: signs, signals, right-of-way, speed, lanes, special situations, impairment and sharing the road.
Practice 5 questions at a time: every answer shows an explanation, and missed questions come back until you get them right.
Take the timed Michigan exam simulation and review every mistake before your appointment.

Frequently asked questions

I'm 15. Do I take a permit test at the Secretary of State office?

No. Teens take the Segment 1 state exam through their certified driver education provider and must score at least 70%. You then bring your Segment 1 certificate to an SOS office to get your Level 1 License.

Can I take the Michigan knowledge test online?

Only if you are 18 or older. The online test costs $6.50, needs a computer with a keyboard, mouse and webcam, and has an Operator section (about 45 minutes) and a Signs section (about 15 minutes). It is free at an SOS office.

Who can supervise me with a Level 1 License?

A licensed parent or guardian, or a licensed adult 21 or older designated by your parent or guardian. The designated adult must carry a signed authorization letter from your parent or guardian and sit in the front seat next to you.

What happens if I break my Level 2 restrictions?

It is a civil infraction that puts 2 points on your record, your parent or guardian is notified, and your time on the Level 2 License is extended by 12 months. You may also be called in for a driver reexamination.

Are these the real DMV test questions?

No. The Michigan Department of State (Secretary of State) does not publish its exam. Our Michigan module is written from the official handbook and state law, and the core modules cover the rules of the road taught in every state handbook.

Is this practice test free?

Yes. Every lesson, practice round and exam simulation is free, with no sign-up.

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Official Michigan sources

Every Michigan fact and question on this page was checked in October 2026 against the official handbook, the Michigan Department of State (Secretary of State) website or Michigan law. When an official source did not publish a detail (for example, the number of test questions), we say so instead of guessing. Rules change, so confirm with the Michigan Department of State (Secretary of State) before your test. PracticePermit.us is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with any government agency. How we write and check our questions.

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