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New Mexico DMV
Practice Test 2026

Pass your New Mexico MVD written test the first time. AI-powered practice with instant explanations, matching the exact format of the real NM exam.

25
Questions on exam
72%
To pass
18
Correct answers

NM · Handbook data

Key New Mexico rules at a glance

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

Adult BAC limit
0.08%
Under-21 BAC limit
0.02%
Point system
12 or more points within 12 months results in 1-year suspension
Teen curfew
midnight-5am
Teen passenger limit
Provisional: no more than one passenger under 21 not in immediate family unless 21+ licensed driver present
Right turn on red
allowed unless prohibited
Child seat
Under 24 months or under 60 lbs require approved safety device; all under 12 require restraints

Notable New Mexico-specific rules

  • Provisional license requires holding for 12 months before unrestricted license at age 16.5+
  • Cell phone use illegal only in some towns unless hands-free (no statewide ban described)
  • Refusal of BAC test = 1 year license loss

Graduated Driver License section; Safety Belts and Child Restraints; Traffic Violations; Alcohol section

About the New Mexico DMV test

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

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NM note: One of the lowest passing scores (72%)

New Mexico DMV test FAQ

NM-specific

New Mexico 未滿21歲駕駛人的法定 BAC 上限是多少?

New Mexico 對未滿21歲駕駛人實行零容忍法,BAC 上限為0.02%——任何可偵測到的量都可能導致酒駕(DWI)指控和駕照吊銷。

NM-specific

New Mexico 駕駛人有哪些手機和傳訊息限制?

New Mexico 禁止開車時使用任何手持手機,且所有駕駛人都禁止傳訊息;這些都是主要執法法規,也就是說警察可以單純因為這些違規而攔停駕駛人。

NM-specific

New Mexico 成年駕駛人的血液酒精濃度(BAC)上限是多少?

New Mexico 成年(21歲以上)駕駛人的法定 BAC 上限為0.08%;商用駕駛人為0.04%。

How many questions are on the New Mexico DMV test?

The New Mexico MVD 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 NM DMV test?

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

Is the New Mexico DMV practice test free?

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How accurate are these New Mexico practice questions?

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

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