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New Mexico DMV Practice Test 2026

The official New Mexico written knowledge exam has 25 questions. You need 18 correct (72%) to pass. Our practice tests match the exact format, topics, and difficulty of the real New Mexico DMV test.

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New Mexico Specialty

What makes the New Mexico DMV test unique?

State Specialty

New Mexico's 72% passing threshold is among the most lenient, but the exam emphasizes mountain passes (Sandia/Sangre de Cristo), flash-flood arroyo crossings, and high-altitude driving.

New Mexico-Specific Law

Under state flood law, drivers who proceed around warning barricades into flooded arroyos and require rescue can be billed for the cost.

Study Tip

Never cross a flooded arroyo, even if shallow-looking — tested as "Turn Around, Don't Drown."

Sample Question

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New Mexico Road Rules

Under New Mexico law, which of the following is correct about the rule described?

A Drivers may ignore the rule if no police are visible.

B Under state flood law, drivers who proceed around warning barricades into flooded arroyos and require rescue can be billed for the cost.

C The rule only applies on interstate highways.

D The rule only applies to commercial drivers.

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New Mexico DMV Test FAQ

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How many questions are on the New Mexico DMV written test?

The New Mexico DMV written (knowledge) exam contains 25 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 18 correctly (72%) to pass. The test is administered by the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (MVD).

What makes New Mexico's DMV test different?