What is the legal minimum depth of tread for a car tyre?
a) 1.2mm across the central three quarters b) 1.6mm across the central three quarters c) 2.0mm across the central three quarters d) 2.6mm across the central three quarters
While driving on a motorway you start to feel tired or unwell. You should a) stop for a coffee on the hard shoulder b) leave the motorway at the next exit c) stop and have a meal d) drive on taking extra care
Why should you ensure that you wear suitable shoes when driving? a) To enable you to be safely in control of the pedals b) So you are able to walk for help if you break down c) To help you to change gear d) So your feet slide easily off the pedals
You are driving with two cyclists ahead of you in the left hand lane of the approach to a roundabout. Which direction do you expect the cyclists to go?
a) Left b) Straight ahead c) Any direction d) Right
Whilst driving on a dual carriageway, for which reasons would you use the right hand lane? (Tick two boxes)
a) To stop if you break down b) Normal driving c) Overtaking d) Turning right
How can you lower the risk of a collision while travelling on a motorway in heavy traffic?
a) Use your dipped headlights b) Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front c) Don’t drive at more than 30 mph d) Don’t change lanes
You see a pedestrian with a dog. The dog has a yellow or burgundy coat. This especially warns you that the pedestrian is
a) elderly b) dog training c) colour blind d) deaf
What is the shortest overall stopping distance at 40 mph in good conditions?
a) 36 metres (120 feet) b) 55 metres (180 feet) c) 65 metres (215 feet) d) 96 metres (315 feet)
When turning your car in the road, you should always
a) touch the kerb b) check all around for other road users c) sound the horn before you start d) use a driveway if available
Before driving a vehicle belonging to another person you should always ensure that
a) it is insured for your use b) your own vehicle is insured c) the insurance documents are in the vehicle d) the owner has public liability insurance cover
12.
You take the wrong road and end up in a one-way street. What should you do?
a) Keep going to the end of the road b) Reverse out of the road as quickly as you can c) Use a drive way to turn around in d) Do a turn in the road
13.
When preparing to overtake a long vehicle, what should you do first?
a) Get as close as possible to be able to overtake as quickly as possible b) Flash your lights and wait for the long vehicle to pull over c) Stay well back to get the best possible view of the road ahead d) Sound your horn and wait for the driver to wave you on
14.
You will find that driving smoothly can
a) reduce journey times by about 15% b) increase fuel consumption by about 15% c) reduce fuel consumption by about 15% d) increase journey times by about 15%
15.
When overtaking cyclists or motorcyclists on a windy day you should allow extra room because
a) they may stop suddenly b) they may be dazzled by the sun c) their helmet may blow off d) they may be blown across and into your path
16.
When may you reverse from a side road into a main road?
a) Only at night b) When it is clear c) Never d) Only in daylight
On a motorway a crate falls from a vehicle in front of you. What should you do?
a) Catch up with the driver and flash your lights b) Stop on the hard shoulder and try to retrieve the item c) Nothing, someone else will sort it out d) Stop at the next emergency telephone and inform the police
18.
A pedestrian carrying a white cane is
a) blind b) deaf c) blind and deaf d) elderly
19.
You have been convicted of driving whilst unfit through drink and drugs. You will find this is likely to cause the cost of one of the following to rise considerably. Which one?
a) Road fund licence b) Insurance premiums c) Vehicle test certificate d) Driving licence
20.
How do you avoid wheel spin on icy roads?
a) Keep in first gear b) Keep in as high a gear as possible c) Keep your handbrake on d) Allow the vehicle to coast wherever possible
21.
You must never overtake a cyclist
a) just before you turn left b) in wet conditions c) just before you turn right d) at night
22.
The hard shoulder on motorways is for
a) you to use your mobile phone b) overtaking in heavy traffic c) stopping in an emergency d) motorcycles only
23.
At a Pelican Crossing what is the meaning of a flashing amber light?
a) Stop, the lights are about to change to red b) You must give way to any pedestrians still on the crossing c) Proceed, even if there are still pedestrians on the crossing d) Do not proceed until the light has stopped flashing
24.
You have just bought a brand new car. When must it have its first MOT test ?
a) After the first 6 months b) After the first year c) At 3 years old d) At 5 years old
If you have a collision while driving where somebody is injured, how long do you have to report it to the Police?
Vehicle Excise Duty is often called ‘Road Tax’ or ‘Tax Disc’. You must
a) display it clearly on your vehicle b) keep it with your vehicle documents c) leave it at home in a safe place d) only display it during the time you drive
27.
How can newly qualified drivers reduce their risk of having a collision on a motorway?
a) By not driving faster than 50 mph b) By choosing a car to follow c) By taking some motorway lessons d) By only using motorways in daylight
28.
Another driver does something that upsets or frightens you. What should you do?
a) Sound several blasts of your horn b) Try not to react c) Flash your headlights d) Make the other driver stop
29.
a) Driving on a motorway b) Driving on a dual carriageway c) Approaching a one way street d) Approaching bends and junctions
30.
a) Use no signal b) Signal left as you approach the side road c) Signal right after you have passed the side road d) Signal left after you have passed the side road if necessary
31.
Just before moving off from a parked position at the side of the road you would
a) give an arm signal b) use your indicators if another vehicle is behind you c) use your mirrors and look round for a final check d) give a short tap on the horn
32.
You are driving behind another vehicle and your speed is 55 mph. What is the minimum safe separation distance between you?
a) 35 metres (115 feet) b) 55 metres (180 feet) c) 73 metres (240 feet) d) 96 metres (315 feet)
33.
You notice that your vehicle pulls to one side when you brake. What should you do?
a) Try not to brake b) Consult a garage as soon as possible c) Change your tyres around d) Pump up the tyres on one side of the car
34.
You are driving in an urban clearway. You may stop only to
a) set down and pick up passengers b) use a mobile telephone c) ask for directions d) load or unload goods
35.
a) Low oil pressure b) Engine overheating c) Chain wear d) Oil leaks
36.
a) The braking system b) The suspension c) The accelerator d) The wheel alignment
37.
a) Reduce your speed b) Increase your speed c) Stop for pedestrians d) Try to go around the side of the hump
38.
a) twice as far as normal b) three times as far as normal c) five times as far as normal d) ten times as far as normal
39.
a) With an arm signal b) With a flashing red light c) By pointing to the children waiting on the kerb d) By displaying a stop sign
40.
a) Speed up to get away b) Pull into a passing place on your right c) Wait opposite a passing place on your right d) Try to prevent the other driver from overtaking
41.
a) Switch your radio off b) Remove any sunglasses c) Close your sun roof d) Switch on windscreen wipers
42.
a) Drive on slowly b) Stop and wait c) Proceed on the hard shoulder d) Leave the motorway at the next exit
43.
a) To give information b) To give a positive instruction c) To give directions d) To give a warning
44.
a) dry b) loose c) wet d) good d) firm
45.
a) give them something to drink b) keep them warm and comfortable c) make sure they are not left alone d) keep them moving
46.
a) Left b) Right c) Middle d) It doesn't matter
47.
a) red triangles b) blue rectangles c) blue circles d) red circles
48.
a) When you pass your driving test b) When you move house c) When your vehicle needs an MOT d) When you have a collision
49.
a) Have NO penalty points on their licence b) Have taken professional instruction c) Have a signed, valid provisional licence d) Apply for a driving test within 12 months
a) not exceed 60 mph b) not overtake c) have a stabiliser fitted d) use the left hand and centre lanes
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