New Mexico Permit Practice Test Written From the Motor Vehicle Code
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A New Mexico construction zone is posted as a double fine zone. Which speed limit applies inside it?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-301(A)(5)
A New Mexico driver is under the posted limit when a pickup begins to pull onto the highway ahead. What does section 66-7-301(B) require?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-301(B)(1)
After a reckless driving conviction in New Mexico, for how long may the director suspend the driver's license or permit?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-113(C)
How closely may a New Mexico driver follow the vehicle ahead under section 66-7-318?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-318(A)
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Speed and following distance, continued
How must a driver handle a vehicle on New Mexico mountain highways and through canyons?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-359(A)
In a New Mexico construction zone, a flagman's direction conflicts with what a driver expected to do. What does section 66-7-303.1 require?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-303.1(C)
In New Mexico, what is the highest lawful speed when passing a school while children are going to or leaving school and the school zone is properly posted?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-301(A)(1)
Outside a business or residence district in New Mexico, a truck following another truck must stay back at least how far unless it is overtaking and passing?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-318(B)
Section 66-7-301 names one top speed for New Mexico highways, which applies unless a limit has been altered under section 66-7-303. What is it?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-301(A)(4)
Section 66-8-114 requires every person operating a vehicle on a New Mexico highway to give what to the task?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-114
Two New Mexico drivers start side by side and accelerate to see who pulls ahead, and neither exceeds the speed limit. How does section 66-8-115 treat this?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-115
Unless a different limit is posted, what is New Mexico's speed limit in a business or residence district?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-301(A)(2)
Vehicles traveling as a caravan or motorcade on a New Mexico road outside a business or residence district may not follow the vehicle ahead closer than what distance?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-318(C)
What does New Mexico section 66-7-360 forbid while traveling on a downgrade?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-360(A)
What speed limit does New Mexico law set for a county road that has no posted speed limit?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-301(A)(3)
When a New Mexico court jails a driver for a first reckless driving conviction, the term falls in what range?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-113(B)
When may a New Mexico driver lawfully go so slowly that the normal and reasonable movement of traffic is impeded?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-305(A)
Which description matches reckless driving under New Mexico section 66-8-113?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-113(A)
Which group is exempt from New Mexico's 300-foot spacing rule for caravans and motorcades?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-318(C)(1)
Whose written permission makes a speed contest on a New Mexico highway lawful under section 66-8-115?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-115(A)
Lanes and passing 20
A New Mexico driver is being overtaken on the left and hears the other driver's horn. What must the overtaken driver do?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-310(B)
A New Mexico driver misses an exit on a controlled-access highway. What does section 66-7-354 say about backing up?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-354(B)
A New Mexico driver passing on a two-lane road must be back on the right side before coming within what distance of an oncoming vehicle?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-312
A New Mexico driver wants to pass while nearing the crest of a hill where the view ahead is obstructed. What does section 66-7-313 say?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-313(A)(1)
A New Mexico street has a center lane marked for left turns from both directions. What else may that lane be used for?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-322(C)
After overtaking another vehicle on the left on a New Mexico highway, when may the passing driver return to the right side?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-310(A)
How must a New Mexico driver travel around a rotary traffic island?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-316
In which situation does New Mexico section 66-7-311 allow passing another vehicle on the right?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-311(A)(1)
Inside a marked no-passing zone in New Mexico, which movement across the striping does section 66-7-315 still allow?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-315(C)
New Mexico's limits on driving left of center near hills, curves, intersections and bridges do not apply on which kind of road?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-313(B)
On a New Mexico road with clearly marked lanes, what must a driver do before moving out of a lane?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-317(A)
On a New Mexico roadway divided into three lanes, when may a driver use the center lane?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-317(B)
On a New Mexico roadway, where must a vehicle moving slower than the normal speed of traffic be driven?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-308(B)
On a two-lane New Mexico road, an oncoming vehicle is overtaking another and is in your lane. What does section 66-7-332.1 require of you?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-332.1(A)
On a two-way New Mexico road, driving on the left side is banned when approaching within what distance of an intersection or railroad grade crossing?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-313(A)(2)
On New Mexico roadways of sufficient width, section 66-7-308 requires driving on the right half. Which of these is a listed exception?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-308(A)
Two vehicles meet from opposite directions on a narrow New Mexico road. How much of the main-traveled roadway must each driver give the other, as nearly as possible?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-309
When the view is obstructed, New Mexico bans driving left of center within 100 feet of which structures?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-313(A)(3)
Where may a driver cross the dividing space of a divided New Mexico highway?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-319
While passing on the right in New Mexico, what may a driver never do?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-311(B)
Right-of-way, school buses and emergency vehicles 29
A car ahead has stopped at a New Mexico crosswalk to let a pedestrian cross. What may a driver coming up from behind not do?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-334(D)
A crossing gate at a New Mexico railroad crossing is starting to rise but is not yet fully open. May a driver go under it?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-341(B)(1)
A driver is about to enter a New Mexico highway from a private road or driveway. To whom must the driver yield?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-331
A fire hose lies unprotected across a New Mexico street. When may a driver cross over it?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-362
A fire truck passes with its siren on, headed to an alarm in New Mexico. How far back must other drivers stay?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-361
A New Mexico driver approaches an intersection that another vehicle has already entered from a different highway. Who yields?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-328(A)
A New Mexico driver approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights cannot safely change lanes. What does section 66-7-332 require?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-332(B)(2)
A New Mexico driver passes a yield sign without stopping and collides with a vehicle in the intersection. How does section 66-7-330 treat the collision?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-330(C)
A New Mexico driver sees a young child near the edge of the roadway. What does section 66-7-337 require?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-337
A New Mexico driver wants to turn left at an intersection while a car approaches from the opposite direction. When must the turning driver yield?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-329
A person on a bicycle reaches a red traffic signal in New Mexico. What does section 66-7-345 now allow?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-345(E)(1)
A police officer is directing traffic at a New Mexico intersection, and the officer's hand signal conflicts with the traffic light. Which one does a driver follow?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-104(A)
A school bus has stopped on a New Mexico roadway with its special signals operating to pick up children. How far back must a driver stop?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-347(A)
A school bus is stopped with signals on across the median of a New Mexico highway that has separate roadways. Must a driver on the other roadway stop?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-347(C)
A train is plainly visible and close as a New Mexico driver nears a railroad grade crossing. Where must the driver stop?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-341(A)(2)
After making a full stop at a New Mexico stop sign, what must the driver do before going on?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-330(B)
After stopping for a school bus in New Mexico, when may a driver go on?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-347(A)
An ambulance with flashing emergency lights comes up behind a driver on a New Mexico street. What must the driver do?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-332(A)
At a New Mexico crosswalk with no working traffic signal, a pedestrian is in the crosswalk. What must an approaching driver do?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-334(A)
Besides stopped emergency vehicles, which stopped vehicles trigger New Mexico's move-over duty when they show flashing emergency or hazard lights?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-332(B)
How does New Mexico's Motor Vehicle Code define "right of way"?NMSA 1978, Section 66-1-4.15
In a New Mexico business or residence district, a driver is coming out of an alley or driveway. Where must the driver stop?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-346
On a four-lane New Mexico highway, a police car is stopped on the shoulder with its emergency lights flashing. If it is reasonably safe, what must an approaching driver do?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-332(B)(1)
Two vehicles enter a New Mexico intersection from different highways at the same time. Who must yield?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-328(B)
Under a 2025 change to New Mexico section 66-7-345, how may a person riding a bicycle treat a stop sign when no traffic with the right-of-way is approaching?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-345(E)(2)
What does a yield sign require of a driver in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-330(C)
What duty does New Mexico section 66-7-334 place on a pedestrian standing at the curb?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-334(B)
Where no sidewalk is provided along a New Mexico highway, where should a pedestrian walk when practicable?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-339
Which vehicle must stop at every New Mexico railroad grade crossing, even with no train in sight, unless an exception such as a police officer's direction applies?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-343(A)
Signals, turns and parking 27
A car is already parked at the curb on a New Mexico street. May a second driver park beside it on the roadway side?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-351
A driver parked at a New Mexico curb wants to pull out. What does section 66-7-324 require before the vehicle starts moving?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-324
A New Mexico driver faces a red light shown together with a green arrow. What may the driver do?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-105(D)(1)
A New Mexico driver has a green light and wants to turn left, but a pedestrian is lawfully in the adjacent crosswalk. What does section 66-7-105 require?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-105(A)(1)
A New Mexico driver leaves a vehicle unattended on a grade. Besides stopping the engine, removing the key and setting the brake, what does section 66-7-353 require?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-353
A New Mexico driver needs to slow sharply with another vehicle close behind. What does section 66-7-325 require when there is opportunity?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-325(C)
A New Mexico driver on a one-way street plans to turn left at an intersection. Which lane does section 66-7-322 call for?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-322(D)
A New Mexico driver's brake lights have failed, and the driver extends the left hand and arm downward. What does that signal mean?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-327(C)
A pedestrian is partway across a New Mexico street on a walk signal when it changes to don't walk. What does section 66-7-106 tell the pedestrian to do?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-106
At a New Mexico stop sign with a crosswalk but no painted stop line, where does a driver stop?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-345(C)
For how far before turning must a New Mexico driver signal continuously?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-325(B)
How close to a fire hydrant may a vehicle be parked in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-351
How does New Mexico law describe the correct position for a right turn at an intersection?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-322(A)
How far from a stop sign, flashing beacon or traffic-control signal at the side of a New Mexico roadway must a parked vehicle be, measured on the approach?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-351
In New Mexico, a left turn at a steady red light is allowed only in which case?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-105(C)(2)
New Mexico bans a U-turn on a curve or near the crest of a grade when the vehicle cannot be seen by approaching drivers within what distance?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-323
New Mexico bans parking within what distance of a crosswalk at an intersection?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-351
On two-way New Mexico streets, from where should the approach for a left turn be made?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-322(B)
Outside a business or residence district in New Mexico, a driver needs to stop for a few minutes. Where does section 66-3-852 say the vehicle should be?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-852
Parking is banned within what distance of the nearest rail of a New Mexico railroad crossing?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-351
Using hand signals from the left side of a vehicle in New Mexico, how is a right turn shown?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-327
What does a flashing yellow signal mean for a driver in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-107
What does a steady yellow light shown after green tell a New Mexico driver?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-105(B)(1)
What must a New Mexico driver do at a flashing red signal?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-107
When may a New Mexico driver turn right at a steady red light?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-105(C)(1)
When may a person open a vehicle door on the side next to moving traffic in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-367
When parallel parking on a two-way New Mexico street, how close to the right-hand curb must the right-hand wheels be?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-352
Lights and equipment 28
A bicycle ridden at night in New Mexico must carry a front lamp with a white light visible from at least what distance?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-707
A horn on a New Mexico motor vehicle must be audible under normal conditions from at least what distance?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-843
A load sticks out 4 feet or more past the back of a vehicle on a New Mexico highway in daylight. What must mark its end?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-824
A New Mexico motor vehicle must carry a mirror that shows the highway behind for at least what distance?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-845
A New Mexico vehicle's tail lamp must show a red light plainly visible from what distance to the rear?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-805
A passenger car with brakes on all wheels must be able to stop from 20 mph within what distance on a dry, smooth, level New Mexico road?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-840(B)
A vehicle is parked at night on the shoulder of an unlit New Mexico highway. Which lights must it show?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-825
At night in New Mexico, a driver coming up behind another vehicle must keep glaring headlamp rays out of its rear window once within what distance?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-831(C)
At night in New Mexico, a driver must switch to low beams when an oncoming vehicle comes within what distance?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-831(A)
During what hours must a vehicle on a New Mexico highway display lighted lamps?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-802
From what distance must a vehicle's stop lamp be visible to the rear in normal sunlight under New Mexico law?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-828
How many headlamps must a motor vehicle other than a motorcycle have under New Mexico law?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-804
If the headlamps are left on while a vehicle is parked on a New Mexico road at night, how must they be set?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-825
In daytime, New Mexico still requires lighted lamps when there is not enough light to clearly see persons and vehicles at what distance ahead?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-802
The lower headlamp beam on a New Mexico vehicle must reveal persons and vehicles at least how far ahead?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-830
New Mexico requires a white light that makes the rear registration plate legible from how far away?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-805
New Mexico section 66-7-357 bars driving when the persons in the front seat obstruct the driver's view or control and their number exceeds what figure?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-357(A)
New Mexico's slow-moving vehicle emblem is meant for vehicles that normally travel below what speed?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-887
On a New Mexico vehicle, the upper headlamp beam must reveal persons and vehicles at least how far ahead?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-830
Sun-screening film on a New Mexico windshield may run along the top only. At most, how far down from the top of the glass may it reach?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-846.1(B)(1)
Sun-screening film on the side and rear windows of a New Mexico passenger car must let through at least how much light?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-846.1(B)(2)
What does New Mexico law say about a muffler cutout or bypass?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-844
When does New Mexico section 66-3-843 allow a driver to use the horn?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-843
When may tire chains or studded snow tires be used on a New Mexico highway?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-847
Where may a video screen be placed in a vehicle driven in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-358(A)
Which device is a private passenger car forbidden to carry under New Mexico section 66-3-843?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-843
Which statement about windshields matches New Mexico section 66-3-846?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-846
Which vehicles may show a flashing red light to the front in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-3-835(E)
Seat belts, child seats and phones 18
A New Mexico driver carries passengers aged 7 through 12. How must they be secured?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-369(B)(4)
A New Mexico driver is stopped at a red light and wants to answer a text. Does the texting law still apply?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-374(C)(1)
A New Mexico driver pulls off the active roadway and stops where the car can safely stay. May the driver text there?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-374(C)(1)
A New Mexico pickup has no rear seat. When may a baby under one ride rear-facing in the front seat?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-369(B)(1)
The booster seat rule in New Mexico covers any child, whatever the age, who weighs less than how much?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-369(B)(3)
Can a New Mexico officer stop a driver only because an occupant is unbelted?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-373(D)
For which purpose may a New Mexico driver type on a handheld phone while driving?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-374(A)
How does New Mexico section 66-7-369 describe an adult seat belt that properly fits a child?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-369(C)
How must a baby under one year old ride in a New Mexico passenger car that has a rear seat?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-369(B)(1)
In New Mexico, children of what ages must ride in a child passenger restraint device regardless of weight?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-369(B)(2)
In New Mexico, motorcycle operators and passengers under what age must wear a safety helmet?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-356
New Mexico's Safety Belt Use Act covers vehicles up to what gross vehicle weight?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-372(A)
Under New Mexico section 66-7-369, a driver must see that passengers younger than what age are properly restrained?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-369(A)
What does New Mexico section 66-7-374 forbid a driver to do with a handheld mobile communication device?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-374(A)
What restraint does New Mexico require for a six-year-old passenger?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-369(B)(3)
Whatever the child's age, New Mexico requires a child passenger restraint device for a child who weighs less than how much?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-369(B)(2)
Which person is excused from New Mexico's safety belt rule by section 66-7-372?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-372(B)
Who must wear a fastened safety belt in a passenger car moving on a New Mexico street or highway?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-372(A)
Permits, points and insurance 27
A New Mexico driver has at least 7 but fewer than 11 points, and a municipal or magistrate judge recommends suspension. For how long may the division suspend the license?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-30(A)(9)
A New Mexico driver's license issued before the holder turns 21 expires when?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-21(D)
A New Mexico license application and fee entitle the applicant to how many attempts at the examination within six months?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-9(A)
A New Mexico licensee moves to a new address. Within how many days must the division be notified?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-22
A New Mexico officer asks for evidence of financial responsibility during a traffic stop. Which form does section 66-5-229 accept?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-229
A New Mexico permit holder is convicted of a traffic violation committed while driving on the permit. What happens to the six-month holding period?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(A)(2)
A parent signs a New Mexico minor's application for a permit or license. What liability does section 66-5-11 place on the signer?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-11
At what age may a New Mexico teen who has met the provisional license requirements receive a driver's license?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-5(A)(3)
Besides reaching the minimum age, what must an applicant for a New Mexico instruction permit show about driver education?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(E)
Besides the misdemeanor penalty, what may happen to the vehicle of a person convicted of driving while suspended in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-39(B)
Between which hours may a New Mexico provisional licensee drive without needing one of the listed exceptions?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(C)
How does New Mexico section 66-5-205 treat driving a motor vehicle that is not covered by insurance or other financial responsibility?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-205
How long must a New Mexico teen hold a provisional license before applying for a first driver's license?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-9(L)(2)
How long must a New Mexico teen hold an instruction permit before applying for a provisional license?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(A)(2)
How many hours of practice driving does New Mexico require before a provisional license?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(B)
How many passengers under 21 who are not immediate family may ride with a New Mexico provisional licensee?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(C)
What does New Mexico section 66-5-16 require a licensee to do with the driver's license while driving?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-16
What does New Mexico section 66-5-40 forbid a parent or guardian to do?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-40
What is New Mexico's minimum required coverage for damage to the property of others in one accident?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-208
What is the minimum age for a New Mexico provisional license?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(A)
What is the minimum liability coverage New Mexico's Mandatory Financial Responsibility Act requires for bodily injury to or death of one person in one accident?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-208
What is the youngest age at which a person may get a New Mexico instruction permit?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(E)
What passenger rule applies to the holder of a New Mexico motorcycle instruction permit?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(H)
Which first-time New Mexico license applicants must show completion of a bureau-approved DWI prevention and education program under section 66-5-9(M)?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-9(M)
Which situation lets a New Mexico provisional licensee drive between midnight and 5:00 a.m.?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(C)
Who certifies that a New Mexico teen has finished the practice driving component?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(B)
Who may supervise a New Mexico instruction permit holder driving a car?NMSA 1978, Section 66-5-8(E)
Alcohol and crashes 26
A 19-year-old New Mexico driver's test shows an alcohol concentration over the under-21 limit. How long is the revocation under section 66-8-111?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-111(C)(2)
A fourth DWI conviction in New Mexico is what level of offense?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102(G)
A New Mexico driver arrested for DWI refuses the chemical test after being warned. For how long is the license revoked?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-111(B)
A New Mexico driver is in a crash that injures someone. What is the driver's first duty under section 66-7-201?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-201(A)
A New Mexico driver knowingly leaves the scene of a crash that caused great bodily harm or death. How serious is the offense?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-201
A New Mexico driver scrapes an unattended parked car and cannot find its owner. What must the driver leave in a conspicuous place?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-204
A New Mexico driver slides into a highway sign and damages it. What does section 66-7-205 require?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-205
A New Mexico driver under 21 takes a breath test after a DWI arrest. At what alcohol concentration does section 66-8-111 require license revocation?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-111(C)
A person hurt in a New Mexico crash clearly needs a doctor. What does section 66-7-203 require of a driver involved?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-203
A person wants to carry an opened bottle of wine home in a New Mexico sedan. Where may it lawfully ride?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-138(C)
A reportable crash happens on a rural New Mexico highway outside any municipality. Whom must the driver notify at once?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-206
A second DWI conviction in New Mexico carries a jail term of at least how long?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102(F)(1)
A tow operator removes a wrecked car from a New Mexico highway. What does section 66-7-364 require about the debris?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-364
After a crash in New Mexico, what must a driver give the other driver or the injured person?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-203
After a first DWI conviction in New Mexico, for how long must the offender drive only vehicles with an ignition interlock device?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102(O)
Apart from a very high alcohol concentration, which act can make a New Mexico DWI aggravated?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102(D)
At what alcohol concentration does DWI become aggravated DWI in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102(D)(1)
For a driver 21 or older in a private car in New Mexico, what alcohol concentration is unlawful in itself under section 66-8-102?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102(C)(1)
New Mexico requires immediate notice to police after a crash with injury, death or apparent property damage of at least how much?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-206
Under New Mexico section 66-8-102.5, DWI with a minor in the vehicle is a separate offense. How does that section define a minor?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102.5
What alcohol concentration is unlawful for a person driving a commercial motor vehicle in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102(C)(2)
What does New Mexico's Implied Consent Act say about a person who drives a motor vehicle in the state?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-107
What is the longest jail term for a first DWI conviction in New Mexico?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102(E)
When is driving after using a drug unlawful under New Mexico section 66-8-102(B)?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-102(B)
Which passenger may lawfully drink an alcoholic beverage in a vehicle on a New Mexico public highway?NMSA 1978, Section 66-8-138
Within how many days must a New Mexico driver forward a written report of a crash involving injury, death or $500 or more in damage to the department of transportation?NMSA 1978, Section 66-7-207(A)
How this list was compiled: New Mexico Statutes Annotated 1978 (NMSA 1978), Chapter 66, Motor Vehicles, Articles 1, 3, 5, 7 and 8, as published by the New Mexico Compilation Commission on NMOneSource, https://nmonesource.com/nmos/nmsa/en/item/4422/index.do, every cited section read 2026-09-18. Sections with recent amendments include 66-7-345 and 66-3-702 (Laws 2025, ch. 22, bicycles at stop signs and red signals), 66-8-111 (Laws 2025, ch. 4), 66-5-16 (2024) and 66-7-332 (Laws 2017, ch. 75, recovery and repair vehicles). Exam-format facts only (70 percent pass mark, retake limits, permit age, fees) come from the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division: Driver Procedures Manual chapter 11, https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/chapter-11-road-and-written-test-requirements/, the Knowledge (Written) Examination Changes policy, https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/knowledge-written-examination-changes/, and the learner's permit page, https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/nm-drivers-licenses-ids/drivers-license/apply-for-a-learners-permit/, all checked 2026-09-18. The division does not publish the number of questions on those pages. Licence: Own work. Questions, answer choices and explanations were written for this site from the statute text; nothing is copied from the New Mexico Driver Manual or another practice test.
All 48 questions
Sign shapes 8
A five-sided sign with its point at the top warns of what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2A.05, Table 2A-1
A pennant-shaped sign, a long triangle lying on its side and pointing right, marks what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2A.05, Table 2A-1
A triangle-shaped sign with one point facing down is used only for which sign?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2A.05, Table 2A-1
The crossbuck, two crossed white boards forming an X, is used for which sign?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2A.05, Table 2A-1
Most warning signs, such as curve and merge signs, have which shape?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.02
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Sign shapes, continued
Speed limit signs and most other regulatory signs have which shape?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2A.05, Table 2A-1
Which shape is used for the advance warning sign placed before a railroad crossing?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2A.05, Table 2A-1
Which sign shape is used only for the STOP sign?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2A.05, Table 2A-1
Sign colors 10
A fluorescent pink sign is used for what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
A fluorescent yellow-green sign warns of what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
A sign with a black legend on a white background, such as a speed limit sign, is what kind of sign?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
A yellow background on a traffic sign means what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
Blue signs point drivers to what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
Brown signs guide drivers to what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
Green signs give what kind of information?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
Orange signs are used for what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
Purple on a sign or lane marking means the lane is for whom?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
What does a red background on a traffic sign mean?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 1D.05
Regulatory signs 9
A PASS WITH CARE sign is placed where?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2B.37
A red plaque reading ALL-WAY under a STOP sign tells you what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2B.04
A STOP sign is used on an approach where what is required?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2B.04
On a parking sign, what does a green legend on a white background mean?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2B.53
What does a Keep Right sign on a median or island mean?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2B.39
What does a ONE WAY sign tell you?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2B.49
What does a YIELD sign require you to do?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2B.05
Where is a DO NOT ENTER sign used?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2B.46
Which sign may stand farther along a one-way road or ramp to back up a DO NOT ENTER sign?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2B.47
Warning signs 9
A low clearance warning sign must be posted when the space under a bridge is less than what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.25
A small yellow plaque showing a speed, mounted under a curve sign, gives what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.59
A Stop Ahead, Yield Ahead or Signal Ahead sign is required when what is true?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.35
A Two-Way Traffic sign warns that you are moving from what to what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.51
A Winding Road sign is used in place of separate curve signs when the road has how many changes of direction close together?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.07
Chevron alignment signs, a row of arrowhead panels, are placed where?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.08
On which side of the road does the NO PASSING ZONE pennant stand?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.53
What colors does a standard warning sign use?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.02
What does a Lane Ends sign warn of?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 2C.47
Pavement markings 9
A center lane bordered on each side by a solid yellow line with a broken yellow line inside it is what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3B.05
A double solid yellow center line means what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3B.01
A row of solid white triangles across your lane, pointing toward you, is what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3B.19
A single broken yellow center line means what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3B.01
A white diamond painted in a lane means the lane is for what?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3E.03
The center line is a solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line. Who may pass?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3B.01
What color is the line along the right edge of the road?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3B.09
What do white lines along the length of a road separate?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3A.03
What do yellow lines along the length of a road separate?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3A.03
Railroad crossings 3
A small plaque under the crossbuck shows a number. What is it?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 8B.03
On the approach to a railroad crossing, the center line is marked how?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 3B.03
What does the white crossbuck sign reading RAILROAD CROSSING require in most states?MUTCD 11th Edition, Section 8B.03
How this list was compiled: Written from the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 11th Edition (December 2023), Federal Highway Administration, https://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/kno_11th_Edition.htm, checked 2026-09-18. Each question names the MUTCD section it was written from. Licence: Own work. Question wording, answer choices and explanations were written for this site from the MUTCD text; nothing is copied from a state driver manual or another practice test.
How it works
Every free question in this unofficial New Mexico permit practice test comes from the Motor Vehicle Code, NMSA 1978 Chapter 66, and names its section: 195 questions, plus 48 on federal road signs. Expect New Mexico's own figures, such as 15 mph past a posted school. Code read 18 September 2026.
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Who gives the New Mexico knowledge test
New Mexico's licensing agency is the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), part of the Taxation and Revenue Department. Its learner's permit page, checked 18 September 2026, asks for a vision test and the MVD Knowledge Exam, taken at a field office or an MVD-contracted driver education school. The instructional permit fee there is $10.00.
Three license steps in section 66-5-8
The instruction permit starts at 15 and needs a supervising driver of 21 or older, licensed three years. After six months and 50 practice hours, 10 at night, a teen of 15 and a half may take a provisional license, which bars most driving between midnight and 5:00 a.m. and allows one passenger under 21 from outside the immediate family. The full license follows at 16 and a half.
New Mexico repeats 500 feet: dim for oncoming traffic, stay that far behind a fire truck answering an alarm, light a parked vehicle to be seen that far.
Two 2025 bicycle rules: under section 66-7-345 a rider may pass a stop sign without stopping, or go on red after stopping, when no one with the right-of-way is near.
A pass must end 100 feet before an oncoming vehicle (section 66-7-312). Outside a business or residence district trucks keep 300 feet apart (66-7-318).
Questions and answers
How many questions are on the New Mexico permit test?
The Motor Vehicle Division gives no question count on the pages checked 18 September 2026 or in its Driver Manual, so Exam mode's 25 questions are this site's number. Driver Procedures Manual chapter 11, dated December 8, 2017, requires 70 percent or better on Class D and M written tests. Exam mode, below the question, scores against it. There too, Missed holds your wrong answers until you get them right.
What happens if I fail the New Mexico written test?
Section 66-5-9 allows not more than three attempts within six months of applying. The division's written examination policy, revised May 26, 2016 and checked 18 September 2026, permits two tries a week and, after a third failure, no retest until six months from the first examination.
Are these the questions the Motor Vehicle Division asks?
They are not. Nothing here is copied from the division's exam or Driver Manual. The bank was written from NMSA 1978 Chapter 66 on NMOneSource, the New Mexico Compilation Commission's site, and each explanation links there.