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Massachusetts DMV
Practice Test 2026

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25
Questions on exam
72%
To pass
18
Correct answers

MA · Handbook data

Key Massachusetts rules at a glance

Extracted directly from the official RMV handbook. Values left blank aren't explicitly stated in the handbook.

Adult BAC limit
0.08%
Under-21 BAC limit
0.02%
Teen curfew
12:30am-5am for Junior Operators under 18 unless with parent/guardian
Teen passenger limit
First 6 months JOL: no passengers under 18 except immediate family unless 21+ licensed driver in front seat
Cell phone (teen)
Drivers under 18 may not use any mobile electronic device for any reason (except emergencies), even hands-free
Cell phone (adult)
Hands-free only; cannot hold or support any electronic device while driving
Right turn on red
allowed after complete stop unless NO TURN ON RED posted
Open container
prohibited
Child seat
Child restraint required until age 8 OR at least 57 inches tall

Notable Massachusetts-specific rules

  • Junior Operator License (JOL) for ages 16.5-18 has strict penalties: 60-day suspension for first violation of passenger/night restrictions
  • Night curfew has 'secondary enforcement' between 12:30-1am and 4-5am
  • Speeding penalty for under-18: 90-day first / 1-year subsequent suspension

Junior Operator License Law section, Safety/Seat Belt Law, Hands-Free Mobile Phone Use, Mandatory License Suspensions Chart

About the Massachusetts DMV test

The Massachusetts RMV written knowledge test has 25 questions. You need to answer 18 correctly (72%) to pass and get your MA driver's license or learner's permit.

Our AI-powered practice tests mirror the exact format of the real exam. Every question includes an instant explanation so you understand the why behind each answer — not just memorization.

MA note: 25-minute time limit; one of the lowest passing scores (72%)

Massachusetts DMV test FAQ

MA-specific

What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21 in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts has a zero-tolerance law for drivers under 21; the limit is 0.02%, meaning any measurable BAC can result in license suspension.

MA-specific

What are the restrictions for a junior operator license (JOL) in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts drivers under 18 with a junior operator license cannot drive between 12:00 AM and 5:00 AM, cannot use any cell phone (even hands-free), and for the first 6 months cannot carry any passenger under 18 except siblings.

MA-specific

Can you turn right on a red light in Massachusetts?

Right turn on red is prohibited in Massachusetts unless a sign explicitly states 'Right Turn on Red Permitted,' which differs from most other states where right on red is generally allowed.

How many questions are on the Massachusetts DMV test?

The Massachusetts RMV written test has 25 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws, road signs, safe driving, and state-specific rules.

What score do I need to pass the MA DMV test?

You need to answer 18 questions correctly, which is 72%. Our practice tests match this exact format.

Is the Massachusetts DMV practice test free?

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How accurate are these Massachusetts practice questions?

Our questions are based on the official Massachusetts Driver Handbook, public question banks, and common DMV test patterns. We cross-verify with AI and human review.

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