The question bank
All 693 practice questions, grouped by the categories the DVSA draws from. Each one has its own page with the correct answer and an instructor's explanation of why it is right — useful when a question keeps catching you out and you want the rule behind it rather than the answer alone.
2024/2025 Updates
Practise this category- According to the Highway Code's 'Hierarchy of Road Users', who has the greatest responsibility to reduce danger to others?
- Under the updated Highway Code, what should you do when turning into a side road if a pedestrian is waiting to cross?
- The 'Hierarchy of Road Users' was introduced to protect which group the most?
- When you are driving straight ahead at a roundabout, what should you do if a cyclist is riding alongside you?
- What is the recommended minimum passing distance when overtaking a cyclist at speeds up to 30 mph?
- Under the updated Highway Code, who has priority when walking on a shared-use path?
- What does the 'Dutch Reach' technique involve?
- At a junction, you want to turn right. A cyclist is coming from the opposite direction going straight ahead. Who has priority?
- On a smart motorway, what does a red X displayed above a lane mean?
- What should you do if you break down on a smart motorway with no hard shoulder?
- How are emergency refuge areas (ERAs) identified on a smart motorway?
- On a smart motorway, variable speed limits are displayed on overhead gantries. What is the purpose of these?
- On an 'all lane running' smart motorway, which lane should you use in normal conditions?
- What technology is used on smart motorways to detect stopped vehicles?
- Why might electric vehicles (EVs) pose an increased risk to pedestrians?
- What is regenerative braking on an electric vehicle?
- From April 2025, what change affects electric vehicle road tax in the UK?
- What does AVAS stand for, and why is it fitted to electric vehicles?
- When charging an electric vehicle at home, what safety precaution should you take with the charging cable?
- At the scene of a road traffic collision, you find a casualty who is not breathing. What is the correct rate of chest compressions for CPR?
- What is a defibrillator (AED) used for?
- At a collision scene, how deep should chest compressions be when performing CPR on an adult?
- Can a member of the public use an AED (defibrillator) without training?
- What is the correct position for a cyclist on a roundabout?
- Under the updated Highway Code, when should you NOT use your car horn?
- What should drivers do when encountering horse riders on the road?
- Why is engine idling now being more strictly enforced?
- What is the 'hierarchy of road users' in the Highway Code based on?
- When should you use dipped headlights during the day?
- What is the main environmental benefit of driving an electric vehicle?
Alertness
Practise this category- How can you make sure that a satellite navigation (satnav) system doesn’t distract you when you’re driving?
- Something is hanging from your rearview mirror. Why might this pose a risk?
- What is meant by the term \"blind spot\"?
- What should you do if you are waiting to turn right at the end of a road, but your view is obstructed by parked vehicles?
- The windscreen pillar is restricting your view when waiting to emerge from a junction. What should you be especially cautious of?
- What should you do before turning right onto a dual carriageway?
- What does the above arrow road marking mean?
- Before making a U-turn, what should you do?
- Before slowing or stopping your vehicle, what is something you must do?
- You need to reverse but cannot see clearly. What should you do?
- You are driving and your mobile phone rings. What should you do?
- You need to move off from behind a parked car, what should you do?
- You are approaching a set of traffic lights which have been green for a while. What should you do?
- Which of these is likely when using a hands-free mobile phone whilst driving?
- Which of the following is most likely to distract you whilst driving?
- When will your windscreen pillars become a serious obstruction to your view?
- Where should overtaking be avoided?
- Why should headlights be used when it starts to get dark?
- There is a hazard ahead. Why should you use your mirrors?
- What should you do if you have to stop your vehicle in an emergency on a wet road?
- When may you use a hand-held mobile phone when driving a car?
- Why should you stay a fair distance behind when following a large vehicle?
- Why are these yellow lines painted across the road?
- What should you do when approaching this bridge?
- You begin to feel tired during a long motorway journey. What should you do?
- How should you pass the cyclists?
Attitude
Practise this category- Which vehicles are most likely to be at risk of tram rails on a road where trams run?
- The weather is dry and pleasant. When is the \"two-second rule\" appropriate to apply?
- It is night and you are waiting in a queue of traffic. How do you avoid dazzling drivers behind you?
- There is a bus lane and the signs show no times of operation. What does this mean?
- There is a pelican crossing and the amber light is flashing. What must you do?
- If a vehicle pulls out in front of you at a junction, what should you do?
- You are being followed by an ambulance that has blue flashing lights. What should you do?
- You are driving on a narrow winding road, in a slow-moving vehicle. What should you do?
- How should you avoid fuel spillage?
- A person herding sheep has asked you to stop. What should you do?
- How should you overtake a horse and rider?
- Which style of driving will increase risk on the roads?
- A green flashing beacon is fitted on what type of emergency vehicle?
- You are driving on a wet road. What is the minimum time gap you should leave when following a vehicle?
- When should you flash your headlights at other drivers on the road?
- In what conditions should a two-second gap be left between your vehicle and the one in front?
- When is it appropriate to use your vehicle's horn?
- At a puffin crossing, which colour follows the green signal?
- At which type of crossing are cyclists permitted to ride across while pedestrians are crossing?
- A blue flashing beacon is used by which vehicle?
- Which road user should obey diamond-shaped traffic signs?
- It is dangerous to drive too close to the vehicle ahead. Why is this?
- You should never wave pedestrians across a crossing. What is the reason for this?
- You wish to turn right, and should take up the correct position in good time. Why is this?
- There are pedestrians on a puffin crossing ahead, and the crossing shows a red light. When will this light change?
- There are pedestrians waiting to cross at a zebra crossing you are approaching. What should you do?
- You reach a crossroads that is unmarked. What should you do?
- A long, heavily laden lorry is taking a long time to overtake you. What should you do?
- You are driving a diesel engine car, what can be caused by a loose filler cap on your fuel tank?
- You are following another vehicle at night on an unlit road. What should you do?
- You are driving along a road at the legal speed limit when a vehicle rapidly approaches from behind, flashing its headlights. What should you do?
- You are following behind a large vehicle which signals left but steers to the right. What should you do?
- You are driving along a national speed limit applies road with a steady stream of oncoming traffic. Which lights should you use if it is a clear night?
- You're in a line of traffic being closely followed by the driver behind. What action should you take?
- You wish to turn right on a one-way street which has two lanes. Where should you position yourself?
- How can you avoid dazzling drivers behind you when waiting in a queue of traffic at night?
- You are following this vehicle. Why should you not follow too closely?
- You are driving along this road and the red car cuts in sharply before you. How should you react?
Essential Documents
Practise this category- A police officer requests to view your paperwork. They are not with you at this time. How many days do you have to produce them at a police station?
- For how long is a Statutory Off-Road Notification (SORN) valid?
- For how long is an MOT certificate normally valid?
- You must have owned a valid driver's license for the same class of vehicle for at least three years in order to supervise a learner driver. What additional requirements need to be met?
- Under what conditions do you have to give the Driver and Vehicle Licencing Agency (DVLA) notice?
- Your first practical driving test was just passed. If you receive six penalty points on your licence within the next two years, what will you have to do?
- Before you can legally use a motor vehicle on the road, what do you need?
- Your motor insurance has an excess of £500. What does this mean?
- What is covered by third-party insurance?
- The vehicle registration document will tell you what?
- What is legally required of a newly qualified driver?
- Before you drive someone else's vehicle, what must you ensure?
- When you apply to renew vehicle tax, what must you have?
- What is a cover note?
- What is a Statutory Off-Road Notification (SORN)?
- What is the minimum insurance you must legally have to drive on public roads?
- What is the maximum applicable fine for driving a vehicle that you are not insured to drive?
- When could the cost of your insurance premium decrease?
- In which of these events should you contact the Driver and Vehicle Licencing Agency (DVLA)?
- In which of these circumstances should you have valid insurance on your vehicle?
- When does your vehicle registration document need to be updated?
- When will a brand new car require its first MOT test?
- The vehicle registration certificate (V5C) should always be kept up to date. Who is legally responsible for this?
- Who is responsible for paying the tax on a vehicle?
- Your car must pass an MOT test, if you have no current MOT certificate, what will this invalidate?
- It is a requirement to have an MOT certificate. When is it legal to drive without a valid MOT?
- You will be provided with an insurance certificate by your insurer. When must you produce this certificate?
- What must be done if you receive 6 penalty points within two years of passing your first practical driving test?
Hazard Awareness
Practise this category- What a driver did has offended you. How can you safely get past this incident?
- Do you need to plan rest stops when you’re planning a long journey?
- How can drinking alcohol affect your ability to drive?
- What effects does alcohol have on how you drive?
- When there are traffic-calming measures in place, how should you drive?
- What impact might age have on an elderly person's ability to drive?
- Certain two-way streets have three lanes on them. Why do they pose a special risk?
- What guidance would you offer a driver who has been drinking alcohol at a party and consumed a few drinks?
- What can drastically impair your capacity for concentration?
- You've just had a disagreement that has made you feel angry. Before you start your journey, what must you do?
- A motorcyclist has just overtaken you. What should you do if the motorcyclist sharply cuts in front of you?
- You are waiting at a junction with a view restricted by parked cars. What can you use to help you see traffic on the road you are about to join?
- How can you help reduce tiredness on a long journey?
- You have to make a journey in the evening, and are going to a pub lunch. What should you do?
- You wish to overtake a slow-moving vehicle but there is a right turn up ahead. What must you do?
- What is the first warning of an approaching train as you drive toward a level crossing?
- You're driving towards a blind left-hand bend. What danger should you anticipate?
- You are travelling along this dual carriageway. Why may you need to slow down?
- You are driving on a three-lane motorway and wish to overtake a slow-moving lorry in the middle lane showing this sign. How should you do this?
- What do you do if you realise you've taken the wrong route on a one-way street?
- Your car has automatic transmission. When should you use 'kick down'?
- What should you do if you reach a crossroads where traffic lights have failed?
- You can't find the glasses you need to wear to drive your car home. What must you do?
- You feel very tired and have a severe headache. You need to drive home, what should you do?
- You are waiting at a traffic light behind a cyclist. When the lights turn green, what should you do?
- A friend has given you some cough medicine. You take some and wish to drive your car, what should you do first?
- You need to wear glasses to read a vehicle number plate at the required distance. When must you wear your glasses?
- You are stationary at a red traffic light and intend to turn left. What should you do just before you turn?
- You should slow down as you reach this hazard. Why is this?
- You should reduce your speed when seeing this sign. Why?
- Before taking any medicine you should always check the leaflet. Why is this?
- You should always pass a bus at a bus stop with caution. Why is this?
- Why are vehicle mirrors often slightly curved (convex)?
- Why are place names painted onto the roads surface?
- Which type of glasses would make driving at night more challenging?
- Where would you see these markers?
- Where will it not be safe to overtake?
- When should you use your hazard warning lights?
- If you are convicted of driving while unfit as a result of drugs or alcohol, what will become more expensive?
- When driving, which of these will be a serious distraction?
- What vehicle type will use an amber flashing beacon on a dual carriageway?
- You believe the driver in front of you has forgotten to cancel their right indicator. What should you do?
- You are driving on the motorway and begin to feel drowsy. What should you do?
- You are driving along and a driver pulls out of a side road in front of you, causing you to brake hard. What should you do?
- You've been taking some medicine that causes drowsiness. What should you do about driving?
- Your eyesight has deteriorated and you are no longer able to meet the minimum eyesight requirements for a driver. Who should you contact?
- A police officer is making this signal to oncoming traffic. What does this mean?
- You are travelling along this street, what hazard should you be aware of?
- What would you expect to happen here?
- What should you do at this junction?
- Your doctor has prescribed medication that is likely to affect your driving. What should you do?
Incidents, accidents and emergencies
Practise this category- CPR is necessary for a casualty who is not breathing regularly. How quickly should you apply pressure and then release it in the middle of their chest?
- There has just been a collision. There is an injured person on a busy road. What should you do as soon as possible?
- After a collision, someone is unconscious in their vehicle. When should you call the emergency services?
- An adult casualty isn’t breathing. CPR should be administered to keep the blood flowing. How hard should you press against their chest?
- An injured motorcyclist is lying unconscious in the road. The traffic has stopped and there’s no further danger. What could you do to help?
- An injured person has been placed in the recovery position. They’re unconscious but breathing normally. What else should be done?
- At an incident, a casualty is unconscious but breathing. When should you move them?
- At an incident, a casualty isn’t breathing. What should you do while helping them to start breathing again?
- At an incident, how could you help a casualty who has stopped breathing?
- At an incident, how could you help a small child who isn’t breathing?
- At an incident, it’s important to look after any casualties. What should you do with them when the area is safe?
- At an incident, someone is suffering from severe burns. How could you help them?
- At an incident, someone is unconscious and you want to help. What would be the first thing to check?
- Following a collision, a person has been injured. What would be a warning sign for shock?
- Something has collided. A motorcyclist lies unconscious and injured. Why should you take off their helmet only when absolutely necessary?
- Something has collided. How can you assist a driver who is experiencing shock?
- Your car has broken down on a two-way road. What is the least distance you should place your warning triangle from your vehicle?
- There has been an incident and there are injured people. How can you help them whilst waiting for emergency services?
- You're involved in a collision that causes damage to another vehicle. What information should you share with the other driver?
- Before you enter a tunnel what should you do?
- Your vehicle has broken down on an automatic railway level crossing. What should you do?
- If a tyre bursts while you're driving, what should you do?
- You are driving and an instrument panel warning light has come on. What should you do?
- You are travelling through a tunnel that is becoming congested. What should you do if you have to stop?
- How should you respond to seeing a large box fall from a lorry on the motorway?
- Your vehicle has broken down in a tunnel. What should you do?
- Your vehicle has caught fire in a tunnel. What should you do?
- You are driving on the motorway and notice your tyre has a puncture. What should you do?
- How can you reduce the chances of your vehicle setting alight?
- What must you do first if your vehicle is involved in a collision?
- When are you permitted to use your vehicle's hazard warning lights?
- You have been involved in a collision. Which document may police ask you to produce?
- You are travelling through a tunnel. Which lights should you use?
- You arrive at the scene of an incident where a pedestrian is bleeding heavily from a leg wound. The wound is clear and the leg isn't broken. How can you help?
- You arrive at the scene of an incident. Emergency services have been called and the scene is clear of danger from further collisions or fire. There is a motorcyclist who is unconscious. What should your first priority be?
- You arrive at an incident, someone involved is bleeding heavily from a wound on their arm. The wound is clear of debris, how can you help them?
- You arrive at the scene of a motorcycle incident where the rider is unconscious and laying in the road. No other vehicles are involved. What should be your first action at the scene?
- You arrive at the scene of an incident involving an injured motorcyclist. When should you remove their helmet?
- You are driving and lose control of your car, damaging a garden wall. The property owner isn't available to speak to. What should your next step be?
- You are on a level crossing when your car breaks down. What should be your first action?
- Your vehicle has stalled on a level crossing. You are attempting to restart the engine and the warning bells begin to ring. What should you do?
- You are at the scene of an incident and there is an unconscious casualty. How could you help them?
- You are at the scene of an incident, there is a casualty suffering from shock. What could you do to help them?
- You are travelling on the motorway and you notice luggage has dropped from your car. What should you do?
- What will warn you of congestion or incidents when travelling through a long tunnel?
- When are you permitted to use your hazard warning lights on the motorway?
- You are the first person to arrive at the scene of an incident in which people are seriously hurt. You have ensured all engines are stopped, and switched on your hazard warning lights. What should your next step be?
Motorway Rules
Practise this category- How do smart motorways avoid traffic clustering?
- While using an emergency phone on a motorway, where should you stand?
- On a motorway, how are the lanes to be used?
- What is the meaning of this sign on a smart motorway?
- Which lane on a three-lane motorway should you take if there is no oncoming traffic?
- In England and Wales, traffic officers work on motorways as well as some secondary routes. What powers do they have?
- Which colour are the reflective studs on the slip road that runs between a motorway?
- What colour are the reflective studs on a motorway that run between the left-hand lane and the hard shoulder?
- What colour do the reflective studs on a motorway between the lanes look like?
- Following a breakdown on the hard shoulder, how should you rejoin the motorway?
- What do these signs mean?
- What measure helps to reduce traffic bunching on motorways?
- What restrictions apply to learner drivers with a provisional licence?
- You are driving on the motorway and you miss the exist you should have taken. What should you do?
- What must you do as soon as you join the motorway?
- When going through a contraflow system on a motorway, what should you do?
- What should you ensure you do when approaching roadworks on the motorway?
- When driving or riding along the motorway what should you do?
- What would you expect to find at a contraflow system on the motorway?
- On the motorway, what is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles?
- What is the speed limit for cars towing trailers on motorways?
- When are you permitted to stop on a motorway?
- When should the left-hand lane of a motorway be used?
- When should the emergency refuge area of a motorway be used?
- When should the right-hand lane be used on a three-lane motorway?
- Where can amber reflective studs be found on a motorway?
- You are travelling along a motorway and begin to feel tired. Where should you stop to rest?
- Which vehicle is prohibited from using the motorway?
- Which vehicles are prohibited from using the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway?
- Which vehicles should use the left-hand lane on a three-lane motorway?
- When joining the motorway, it is important to make full use of the hard-shoulder. Why is this?
- Before making a journey on the motorway it is important to check your vehicle fully. Why is this?
- You have stopped in the emergency area at the side of a motorway. Before you rejoin the main carriageway, what must you do?
- You have to stop your vehicle on the hard shoulder of the motorway to use the emergency telephone. Where should you wait for help to arrive?
- You are travelling on the motorway and have to sharply slow down as a result of a hazard ahead. How can you warn drivers behind you of the hazard ahead?
- When you are travelling on the motorway, the car in front shows its hazard lights for a short period of time. What does this mean?
- You should get into the appropriate lane on the motorway well before you reach your exit. Which lane is this?
- How should you deal with traffic already on the motorway when joining from a slip road?
- You are travelling on a motorway that is not subject to smart motorway regulations. When are you permitted to use the hard shoulder?
- What must you do if there is a red cross above every lane on the motorway?
- You are travelling on a smart motorway and the hard shoulder has a red cross above. All other lanes are showing a mandatory speed limit. What does this mean?
- On a three lane motorway, there are red reflective studs on your left and white ones on your right. Which lane are you in?
- You are travelling along a three-lane motorway and towing a trailer. When are you permitted to use the right-hand lane?
- When are you permitted to overtake on the left when travelling along a motorway?
- When travelling along a motorway, where would you expect to find a crawler or climbing lane?
- When travelling in the left-hand lane of a three-lane motorway, how should you respond to traffic joining on the slip road?
- You are driving on the motorway and your car gets a puncture. What should you do when you have stopped on the hard shoulder?
- Your vehicle breaks down on the motorway and you are able to stop on the hard shoulder. If you decide to use your mobile phone to call for help what should you do?
- Your vehicle has broken down on the motorway and you need to call the for help. It is better to use an emergency telephone rather than a mobile phone. Why is this?
- You've had a vehicle breakdown on the hard shoulder but have now had a repair. How should you rejoin the main carriageway?
- Your vehicle has broken down on the motorway. You need to walk to find the nearest emergency telephone, which direction should you walk in?
- You have had a vehicle breakdown on the motorway but are unable to get to the hard shoulder. What should you immediately do?
Other types of Vehicle
Practise this category- There is a lot of wind. If you're following a motorbike rider who is passing a car with a high side, what should you do?
- You are waiting at a right turn out of a small road. The left is clear and there is a lorry approaching from the right. You should still wait, even if there is enough time to turn. Why?
- What should be your biggest concern when a bus pulls up at a bus stop in front of you?
- Which is the safest type of rear-view mirror to use when towing a caravan?
- You're following a large vehicle and leaving a safe gap. What should you do if another vehicle moves into this gap?
- You are on a wet road, following a lorry. The spray from the lorry makes it difficult to see the road ahead, how should you handle this?
- You're approaching a crossroads behind a long vehicle. The vehicle signals left but moves out to the right. What should you do?
- You are approaching a crossroads following a long vehicle. The driver is signalling right but moves over the the left. What should you do?
- You are following a large vehicle and approaching a crossroads. If the driver signals to turn left, what should you do?
- You are following a large vehicle on a single carriageway road. Why should you keep well back from the vehicle?
- You are driving on a wet road in heavy traffic and there is a lot of surface spray. Which lights should you use?
- You are approaching a mini-roundabout behind a long vehicle. The vehicle signals left but moves over to the right. What should you do?
- You are about to overtake a motorcyclist who is moving slowly. Which sign would show you that you should take extra care?
- You should always be more careful on roads where trams also operate. Why is this?
- It is harder to overtake a large vehicle than a car. Why is this?
- Which vehicle is least likely to be affected by side wind
- You are approaching a bus at a stop. What should you do when the bus begins signalling to move away from the bus stop?
- You wish to overtake a long, slow-moving vehicle on a busy road. What should you do?
- What should you do when overtaking a cyclist in very windy conditions?
- What should you do if there is a bus pulled into a bus stop on the road ahead of you?
- What should you do if you see this lorry?
- What should you do in this situation?
Road and Traffic Signs
Practise this category- A police car is following you. If a police officer gestures to go left while flashing their headlights, what should you do?
- At traffic lights, what does it mean when the amber light shows on its own?
- How can you identify traffic signs that give orders?
- In a three-lane motorway, how is the right-hand lane supposed to be used?
- How should one indicate a left turn with their arms?
- How will a patrolling police officer signal to you to stop?
- Road signs may get covered in snow during the winter. What does the meaning of this sign indicate?
- There may be occasions when other drivers flash their headlights at you. What does this signal's official meaning mean?
- What does this central road marking (long white lines) mean?
- What do the zig zag white lines mean?
- What does the '3' mean on this motorway sign?
- What is meant by a red traffic light?
- What does a brown road sign mean?
- You are travelling along the motorway and see this sign, what does it mean?
- What does it mean if a driver makes this arm signal?
- What is meant by the broken line at the entrance to the roundabout?
- What is meant by this sign on a motorway?
- What does this sign mean on the motorway?
- What does this white road marking mean?
- What do these signs mean?
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- What shape are traffic signs giving orders?
- What shape is a stop sign?
- After turning at a junction you should ensure your indicators are cancelled promptly. Why is this?
- You are driving in busy traffic and wish to pull up on the left just after a junction. When is best to signal?
- You are approaching a set of traffic lights showing a red signal. What colour signal will be shown next?
- When are you permitted to use your horn in a stationary vehicle?
- What kind of sign tells you what you must not do?
- Which of these signs shows you are entering a one-way system?
- Which sign shows that you have priority over oncoming vehicles?
- You are approaching a traffic light which is displaying amber alone. Which signal should you anticipate next?
- What kind of vehicle does this sign apply to?
- What do traffic signs that give orders look like?
- What is the meaning of this sign?
- What does this sign mean?
- You are at a railway level crossing and a train has gone by. What should you do if the red lights continue to flash?
- What should you do if you are travelling on the motorway and a red cross shows on the signs above your lane only?
- When traffic lights are out of order, who has priority?
- Which sign indicates there is a double bend ahead?
- Which sign signals the end of a dual carriageway?
- You have just passed this sign. What should you be aware of?
- What is the speed limit on a single carriageway road displaying this sign?
- You are travelling through a tunnel and see this sign. What is the meaning of this sign?
- Which of the following signs means that pedestrians may be walking in the road ahead?
- Which sign means 'no stopping'?
- Which of the following signs means no motor vehicles allowed?
- Which sign notifies you that you are coming to a 'no through road'?
- What shape is a 'give way' sign?
- Which of these signs signals there is a zebra crossing ahead?
- Which of the following is a sign for a ring road?
- Which of the following road markings shows a hazard warning line?
- Which arm signal notifies you that the driver in front intends to pull over?
- Where would you find this road marking?
- Where would these road markings be found?
- Where on a motorway would you find green reflective studs?
- You are being followed by a police car when the officer flashes their headlights and points to the left. What should you do?
- You are at a traffic light and the amber light is showing on its own. What does this mean?
- What do traffic signs that give orders look like?
- What is meant by this sign?
- What is meant by this farm?
- What is meant by this sign?
- What is meant by this traffic light signal?
- What is meant by this sign?
- What is meant by this traffic sign?
- What information would be shown on this road sign?
- What messages are given by signs that look like this?
- What is the reason for the hatched are along the centre of the road?
- What information do red triangle signs show?
Rules of the Road
Practise this category- There is a cycle lane in use, indicated by a solid white line. What does this represent for motorists?
- A single carriageway road has this sign. What’s the maximum permitted speed for a car towing a trailer?
- How far are you allowed to reverse?
- At a roundabout, how should you signal that you're going straight ahead?
- How else can you indicate to other drivers besides using direction indicators?
- The road has no signs indicating the speed limit. In general, how is a 30 mph limit indicated?
- What does it mean when a pelican crossing light changes from red to flashing amber?
- You are at a level crossing. A train has passed by, and the red warning lights continue to flash. What should you do?
- If you are turning right onto a dual carriageway, and the central reservation is too narrow to contain your vehicle, what should you do?
- What does this sign mean?
- What does this sign mean?
- You have come across a part of the road with roadworks. What must you do if there is a temporary speed limit displayed?
- If you are driving over a level crossing when the amber lights come on and a warning sounds, what should you do?
- You are approaching a zebra crossing and see a pedestrian waiting to cross. What should you do?
- You want to overtake a tractor but can't be sure it's safe. What should you do?
- If there is an obstruction on your side of the road, how should you handle this?
- How should you park at night on a road with a 40mph speed limit?
- What should you do if you want to reverse your vehicle but cannot be certain it is safe to do so?
- How should you signal you are going straight ahead at a roundabout?
- You are travelling on a street with no speed-limit signs but you can see street lights. What will the speed limit usually be?
- On a dual carriageway, what is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles?
- On a single carriageway, what is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles?
- What is the closest to a junction you can park?
- What does this sign mean?
- What does this sign mean?
- On a dual carriageway, what is the speed limit for towing a caravan?
- When are you permitted to park in a parking bay for disabled drivers?
- When are you permitted to drive a car in this bus lane?
- When are you permitted to drive over a pavement?
- When are you permitted to drive your vehicle without wearing your seatbelt?
- When is it permitted to enter a box junction?
- When are you permitted to stop and wait in a box junction?
- When are you permitted to stop on a clearway?
- When are you permitted to stop on an urban clearway?
- When is it essential that you stop your vehicle?
- When are you permitted to use the right-hand lane of a 3 lane dual carriageway?
- When are you permitted to use the right-hand lane of a two-lane dual carriageway?
- Where are you permitted to overtake on a one-way street?
- If you must park your vehicle at night, where is the best place to do so?
- What do these markers mean?
- Where is the safest place to park your vehicle in the night time?
- Which road users can use toucan crossings?
- Which vehicle type would be most likely to take an unexpected course at a roundabout?
- At an un-marked crossroads, who has priority?
- Which road user is authorised to request you to stop at any time?
- It could be dangerous to reverse from a side road out into a main road. Why is this?
- You see this sign when you wish to park. On the days and times shown, what should you do?
- You are approaching a box junction and wish to turn right. There is oncoming traffic, what should you do?
- You are approaching a busy junction and realise at the last minute that you're in the wrong lane. What should you do?
- You are looking for somewhere to park at night-time. When are you permitted to park on the right-hand side of the road?
- You are driving at night with your main beam headlights on, when a car overtakes you. When should you dip your headlights?
- You are driving on a busy main road and realise you are travelling in the wrong direction. What should you do?
- You are travelling in the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway. There is a sign ahead that shows the right-hand lane is closed in 800 yards. What should you do?
- You are travelling on a road with a cycle lane, which is marked by a broken white line. What does this mean?
- You are travelling on a main road and wish to turn left into a minor road. As you are approaching the junction, what should you do?
- You are travelling at night in a well-lit, built-up area. You should use your dipped headlights. Why is this?
- You are searching for a parking space for your vehicle, and the only free spaces are marked for disabled drivers. What should you do?
- You are searching for somewhere suitable to park your vehicle. Which of the following is the best option?
- You are travelling alone a road that is wide enough for one vehicle. Another car is coming towards you, what should you do?
- You are parked on a busy high street and wish to drive off in the opposite direction. What is the safest way to turn your vehicle around to enable you to do so?
- You are reversing into a side road, at what point is your vehicle the greatest hazard to passing traffic?
- You are waiting to turn right at a crossroads. An oncoming driver is also turning right. Why should you turn behind them?
- When are you permitted to stop on the motorway in England?
- You are travelling along a residential street with vehicles parked along the left-hand side. Why should you maintain a lower speed?
Safety and your Vehicle
Practise this category- How can drivers help the environment?
- How can driving in a fuel-efficient manner help protect the environment?
- How can you avoid wasting fuel?
- How can you help to prevent your car radio being stolen?
- How can you plan you route before starting a long journey?
- How can you reduce the chances of your car being broken into when leaving it unattended?
- How can you lessen the environmental harm that your car causes?
- When you drive at 70 mph instead of 50 mph, how much more fuel will you use?
- What is the proper way to get rid of an old car battery?
- When you're on a road with road humps, how should you drive?
- What is the impact of a roof rack on your car?
- What are the advantages of sticking to your car's manufacturer's recommended servicing schedule?
- What effects will travelling outside of peak hours have on your trip?
- What effect might underinflated tyres have on your car?
- If you’re involved in a collision, what will reduce the risk of neck injury?
- Where would you find a catalytic converter on a vehicle?
- Your battery's fluid level is low. Which fluid is best for topping it off?
- If you turn the steering wheel while the car is not moving, what could get damaged?
- What might result in uneven or excessive tyre wear?
- What actions can residents and workers in towns and cities take to lower the levels of urban pollution?
- When you drive smoothly, what can you accomplish?
- What steps can you take to lessen the harm your car causes to the environment?
- When you accelerate quickly and brake hard, what can you anticipate?
- How can the volume of traffic on roads be reduced?
- What is achieved by driving in a fuel-efficient manner?
- How can you deter thieves from stealing your vehicle?
- What could result in a crash if the level is too low?
- The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator lamp may light up while you are driving, why is this?
- What is meant if this light comes on while driving?
- If you sharply press down and release on the bodywork over a wheel on your car, the vehicle may keep bouncing. What does this mean?
- What makes the vehicle pictured environmentally friendly?
- What will make your tyres illegal?
- How is your vehicle affected by under-inflated tyres?
- Which part of the car must be kept in good condition by law?
- If your anti-lock brakes (ABS) warning light stays on, what should you do?
- You are driving and need to use the brakes. When you do so, the vehicle pulls to one side. What should you do?
- You have parked up your vehicle and will be leaving it unattended. What should you do?
- You need to leave your vehicle unattended for a few minutes. What should you do?
- Before leaving your vehicle unattended, what should you remove from it?
- If your cars wheels are unbalanced, what could be caused by this?
- What can help you to ensure your car is safe and secure?
- How can you reduce your fuel consumption?
- What may happen if you overfill your vehicle with oil?
- What is likely to increase fuel consumption the most?
- Which of the following is most likely to waste fuel?
- What is the legal minimum car tyre tread depth?
- What is the minimum tread depth for tyres on a trailer or caravan?
- You must always drive with a properly adjusted head restraint. What is the most important reason for this?
- Your vehicle will be fitted with a catalytic converter. What is the purpose of this?
- What is the purpose of road humps, chicanes and narrowings?
- If you have no choice but to leave valuables in your car, what should you do with them?
- When is it not permitted to sound your vehicle's horn?
- When is fuel consumption at its highest?
- When is a passenger permitted to travel in your vehicle without wearing a seatbelt?
- When should you check your tyre pressures?
- Parking your vehicle can sometimes cause an obstruction. Where is this the most likely?
- When should you check the engine oil level?
- Which driving technique can help you save fuel?
- A vehicle MOT test will include an exhaust emissions test. What is the reason for this?
- Why have some major cities introduced 'red routes'?
- It is a good idea to plan your journey ahead to avoid busy times on the roads. What is the main reason for this?
- It is important to wear suitable shoes when driving, why is this?
- Why should you always park in a secure car park if possible?
- How should you plan your journey if you have to arrive on time for an appointment?
- You have to make an unexpected journey with a five-year-old child in the rear seat of the car. They are under 1.35 metres and a correct child restraint isn't available. How should you seat them?
- What level should you fill to when topping your battery up with distilled water?
- When planning a route before starting your journey, you should always plan an alternative route. What is the reason for this?
- If you decide to service your own vehicle at home, how should you dispose of the old engine oil?
- You wish to travel with a baby in a rear-facing baby seat, on the front passenger seat. If the front passenger seat is protected by a frontal airbag, what should you do before travelling?
- You are making a journey with an 11 year old child as a passenger in the front seat of your car. They are under 1.35m tall, which seat belt security must be in place?
- You are carrying two thirteen year old children and their parents as passengers in your car. Who is responsible for ensuring that the children wear seat belts?
- You are driving a friend's children who are both under 14 home from school. Who is responsible for ensuring they wear a seat belt or appropriate child restraint?
- You are struggling to find a parking space in a busy town. Are you permitted to park on the zigzag lines of a zebra crossing?
- You have to leave your vehicle parked on a road and unattended. When are you permitted to leave the engine running?
- When should parking lights be used when parking on a road at night?
- You have stopped your vehicle at the side of the road and will be waiting there for some time. What must you do?
Safety Margins
Practise this category- How can you avoid wheelspin when you’re driving on an icy road?
- How can the engine of your car be used as a brake?
- To what extent can icy conditions increase stopping distances?
- When you need to stop quickly in an emergency, how should you apply the anti-lock brakes?
- What circumstances will cause an increase in your total stopping distance?
- What kind of surface might make anti-lock brakes ineffective?
- When you coast, or move in neutral for extended periods of time, what can happen?
- You have just passed through flood water. How should you check your brakes are working properly?
- You are driving or riding in windy conditions. Which manoeuvre will require extra care?
- You have parked your car facing downhill, what should you do?
- What is essential before beginning a journey in foggy conditions?
- When you are driving in snowy conditions, what is essential?
- You're overtaking a motorcyclist on a windy day, what should you ensure you do?
- You have been directed to a contraflow system. What should you do?
- In very hot weather the road surface can become soft. What will be affected by this?
- You need to move off and you are on a snowy surface. What can you do to make this easier?
- You may be able to hear you are driving on icy roads. What may suggest this?
- Some vehicles may be four-wheel-drive. What is the main benefit of this?
- What is the most common cause of skidding on the roads?
- Side winds can affect your vehicle. Where are you most likely to be affected?
- As you approach a right-hand bend, you should keep well to the left. Why is this?
- What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle when you're going down a steep hill?
- What part of your vehicle should you clear of ice and snow before starting a journey in freezing weather?
- You need to stop in an emergency whilst in a vehicle with an anti-lock braking system. How should you apply the footbrake?
- How can you tell if your vehicle's tyres are losing their grip on a wet road surface?
- You see this sign when driving along a country road. After dealing with the hazard safely, what should you do?
- You are travelling in a built-up area. Road humps have been used as a traffic-calming measure, how should you approach these?
- What should you do as you approach a sharp bend in freezing conditions?
- What distance should you keep from the vehicle in front when driving on an open road in dry weather?
- You are travelling along the motorway and the vehicle behind is following incredibly closely. How can you lower the risk of collision?
- You are travelling on a wet road, leaving a safe distance between yourself and the vehicle infront. A driver overtakes you and pulls into the gap. What should you do?
- You are driving in fog with your headlights on dipped beam. How can you reduce chances of collision when following other vehicles?
- How should you make sure your brakes are working properly after passing through floodwater?
Vehicle Handling
Practise this category- How can you regulate your speed with the engine of your car?
- It's raining on the road. When cornering, why would a motorcycle rider steer around drain covers?
- A lot of snow has fallen recently. When driving in these conditions, what are some things to think about?
- What colour are the reflective studs along the left-hand edge of the motorway?
- Visibility has now improved after a period of driving in fog. What must you now do?
- You are overtaking a car at night. What must you do?
- The weather is foggy and you are about to begin a journey. What should you check before setting off?
- In foggy conditions, what must you do if you are making a journey?
- You are parking on a road in foggy conditions, what must you do?
- How should you respond when presented with this hazard?
- You are travelling on a single-track road and you meet an oncoming vehicle. What should you do?
- What should you do when travelling along a road with a series of humps?
- Which of the following will affect your vehicle's stopping distance?
- Why should you not hold down the clutch or cruise in neutral for extended periods of time?
- Why should your rear fog lights not be used in good conditions?
- What happens to your car as you drive up a steep hill?
- What is the purpose of using traffic-calming measures?
- What is the purpose of rumble strips?
- When should you use front fog lights?
- In what circumstance may you overtake a vehicle on the left?
- In what circumstance will you feel the effects of engine braking?
- During the day, when should dipped headlight be used?
- When is it okay to wait in a box junction?
- You are driving on a well-lit motorway at night. Which lights must you use?
- You are driving in the daytime, visibility is poor but not seriously reduced. Which lights should you switch on?
- Why are rear fog lights fitted to vehicles?
- It may be dangerous to keep the clutch down or select neutral for long periods of time when driving. Why is this?
- It is poor technique to coast whilst travelling downhill. Why is this?
- After fog has cleared, it can be dangerous to leave your rear fog lights switched on. What is the reason for this?
- Why is coasting (travelling in neutral for a long time) poor driving technique?
- When travelling in fog you should reduce your speed. Why is this?
- When fog has cleared you should turn off your rear fog lights. What is the reason for this?
- Why should your brakes be checked after passing this hazard?
- In what circumstance would you fit chains to your wheels?
- You are dazzled by headlights coming towards you when driving at night. What should you do?
- Why should you keep well back from vehicles ahead when driving in fog?
- Which lights should you have on when driving on the motorway at night with other vehicles just ahead?
- You're driving in icy conditions. What distance should you keep between yourself and the car infront?
- You wish to overtake a high sided vehicle on the motorway. What should you do if you are driving in windy conditions?
- You have driven through a patch of fog but this has now cleared. What should you now do with your front fog lights?
- How will heavy rain affect your overall stopping distance?
- You are on a road with road humps and the driver in front is travelling slower than you. What must you do?
- What must you do when visibility improves after driving in fog?
- How should you deal with this hazard?
Vehicle Loading
Practise this category- Are passenger allowed to travel in a caravan when been towed?
- What is the proper way to carry a load on your roof rack?
- What is the proper way to load a trailer?
- How will the handling of your car change if you have a large load on your roof rack?
- What is the maximum authorised mass (MAM) you can tow in any trailer, having just passed your driving test?
- You have plans to tow a caravan. What can you fit to improve handling of this combination?
- What must you fit to your car if you are going to tow a trailer wider than your car?
- Which restraint is suitable for a child under 3 years old in your car?
- You have noticed a light on your trailer is not working. Before you begin a journey towing the trailer, what should you do?
- Where can you find the maximum noseweight for your vehicle's tow hitch?
- A vehicle should never be overloaded. Who is responsible for ensuring this?
- Sometimes you may need to increase your tyre pressure to above the normal value. When would this be necessary?
- What is the minimum tyre tread depth for a trailer?
- When a very heavy load is being carried, what would be affected by this?
- You are towing a trailer and it begins to swing from side to side. What should you do?
- Your trailer has begun to snake and swerve. What should you do?
- You are preparing to tow a trailer for the first time. What should you do?
- A trailer braking system must have a safety device fitted. What is this device?
- You are driving on a three-lane motorway, towing a trailer. What restrictions apply?
- You are hitching a trailer to a towing vehicle. What must you do?
- Your trailer has a Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) of 3,500kg. What does this mean?
Vulnerable Road Users
Practise this category- There is a horse rider approaching a roundabout in the left-hand lane. Where do you think the rider is going to go?
- As you approach a pelican crossing, the lights change to green. What should you do if older people are still crossing?
- At night, what does it mean if you see a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a bright red light?
- How should you pass riders on horses?
- In what way should you respond to a novice driver?
- How will a school crossing officer signal you to stop?
- People with disabilities typically drive small, sometimes difficult-to-see powered vehicles. If they are travelling on a dual carriageway, what must they display?
- This school's exterior road is designated with yellow zigzag lines. What are the meanings of these lines?
- This junction, controlled by traffic lights, has a marked area between two stop lines. What’s this for?
- When you see flashing amber lights beneath a school warning sign, what should you do?
- You've come to a stop at a pelican crossing. There is a disabled person crossing slowly in front of you, and the lights change to green. What should you do?
- How can you reduce your risk of involvement in accidents or collisions when you have just passed your driving test?
- What must you do while the amber light at a pelican crossing is flashing?
- Why should you look carefully for motorcycles when waiting to emerge from a side road?
- You are following a learner driver and they stall at a junction. What should you do?
- Which of the following is the most vulnerable road user?
- Who can use a toucan crossing?
- You are travelling on a 30mph road and overtake a cyclist. How much room should you leave?
- You are approaching a roundabout and there are horses being ridden in front of you. What should you do?
- You are waiting to reverse into a side road, and a pedestrian is waiting to cross behind your car. What should you do?
- You are driving at night and see a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a bright red light. What does this mean?
- You can see elderly people crossing up ahead. What should you do?
- You are approaching a roundabout and see a horserider who is signalling right but keeping to the left. What should you do?
- What should you do if you are dazzled by the vehicle behind when driving at night?
- You see a pedestrian with a dog wearing a burgundy or yellow coat. What does this mean?
- A moving vehicle ahead is showing a flashing amber beacon. What does this signal?
- You are turning left into a side road. What hazard should you be especially aware of?
- The left-hand pavement of a road is closed due to repairs. What should you do?
- You are travelling along a road with a poor surface, behind a motorcyclist. What should you do?
- Where should particular care be taken to look for cyclists and motorcyclists?
- When reversing your vehicle, which road users are the most difficult to see?
- When overtaking which of the following vehicles should you allow extra room?
- Why would a motorcyclist look over their right shoulder before turning right?
- Why would a motorcyclist ride during the daytime with their dipped headlights on?
- Why would a motorcyclist wear bright clothing?
- What makes a toucan crossing unique from other types of crossing?
- When overtaking a motorcyclist on a windy day, why should you give extra space?
- Before turning right into a side road, why should you check for motorcyclists?
- You should always look carefully for motorcyclists and cyclists at junctions. Why is this?
- You are waiting to turn right from a junction and your view is restricted by parked vehicles. What should you do?
- You wish to turn right into a side road from a main road. Just before you turn what should you do?
- Why should you overtake a cyclist with as much room as a car?
- You wish to reverse into a side road but there are pedestrians waiting to cross. What should you do?
- You are approaching a roundabout, following a cyclist. They signal to turn right, what must you do?
- You are in a queue of traffic waiting to turn right into a side road. As you reach the front of the queue, why is it important to check your right mirror just before turning?
- You are in a queue of slow-moving traffic and wish to change lane. What should you do before you change?
- You are driving through a town and there is a bus at a stop on the other side of the road. Why do you need to be careful?
- You are travelling on a country road with no pavements. What should you anticipate finding on the road?
- You are travelling down a road lined with parked cars and can see a bicycle tyre sticking out between two cars. What should you do?
- You are approaching a zebra crossing and can see a person in a wheelchair waiting to cross. What should you do?
- The two cyclists you are following approach a roundabout in the left-hand lane. Where would you be expecting the cyclists to go?
- You are following a moped and wish to turn left a short distance ahead. What should you do?
- You're on a narrow section of road, what should you do if a horse rider ahead is riding in the middle of the lane?
- You are travelling on a main road and wish to turn left into a side road. There is a pedestrian on the pavement of the side road waiting to cross, what should you do?
- You're on a main road and wish to turn right into a side road. There is no oncoming traffic but there are pedestrians standing on the pavement waiting to cross the side road. What should you do?
- What does this sign mean?
- What does this sign mean?
- What does this sign mean?
- Where would you see this sign?
- Why should this road marking be kept clear?