PCV Multiple-Choice Theory

What does this sign mean?

cd6001a

No entry for two-axled trailers
No entry for vehicles with two-speed axles
Maximum gross weight of 2 tonnes
Axle weight limit of 2 tonnes

What does this sign mean?

CD6002a

Slippery road
Double bend
Overhead electrified cable
Cable laying ahead

What does this sign mean?

CD6003a

No vehicles over 14 feet 6 inches (4.4 m) wide
No vehicles over 14 feet 6 inches (4.4 m) high
Road humps 14 feet 6 inches (4.4 m) apart
No vehicles over 14 feet 6 inches (4.4 m) long

What does this sign warn of?

6004a

Low bridge ahead
Incident ahead
Tunnel ahead
Accident blackspot ahead

What does this sign mean?

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The length of a tunnel
The length of a low bridge
The distance of a tunnel
The distance to a low bridge

When must you take extra care if you’re driving a vehicle more than 3.0 metres (10 feet) high?

When driving over narrow bridges
When driving up steep hills
When driving near airports
When driving under overhead cables

Where can the axle weight limits be found?

On the vehicle plate
On the operators licence
On the wheel rims
On the weighbridge printout

You’re driving down a long hill. What should you use to prevent the brakes from overheating?

The anti-lock braking system
The footbrake
The secondary brake
The endurance brake (retarder)

What system is used to control a vehicle’s speed without using the footbrake?

A secondary brake
An endurance brake (retarder)
A differential lock
An emergency air system

When should an endurance brake (retarder) be used?

On motorways only
When braking quickly
When you stop or park
On long downhill slopes

Your vehicle is fully loaded. Where should you be braking when dealing with bends?

As close to the bend as possible
As you start to turn the wheel
When halfway around the bend
When driving in a straight line

A lorry is overtaking you on a two-lane motorway. What should you do if it doesn’t have the speed to get past?

Continue at the same speed
Be prepared to reduce your speed
Increase your speed and force the lorry to drop back
Brake hard to allow the other driver to cut in

What should you do after driving through a flood?

Carry out an emergency stop
Drive in a low gear with the footbrake lightly applied
Avoid braking until the brakes have dried out
Pump the footbrake when approaching hazards

What can coasting downhill seriously affect?

The air brakes
The cooling system
The tachograph
The electrical systems

When does ‘brake fade’ occur?

When the brakes get too hot
When the brakes get too cold
When the brakes get too dry
When the brakes get too wet

How can you help to prevent ‘brake fade’?

Use the endurance brake
Apply the parking brake
Select neutral for a short distance
Repeatedly pump the brake pedal

What causes ‘brake fade’?

Continuous use of the brakes
Repeated pumping of the brakes
Loss of air pressure in the system
Badly worn brake pads

Where must extra care be taken when using an endurance brake (retarder)?

On uneven roads
On slippery roads
On downhill gradients
On uphill gradients

You’re stationary. The brake air-pressure warning light comes on. Why should you keep the parking brake on?

Because the vehicle will suddenly roll backwards
Because it will cause the air pressure to rise
Because the service brake may not stop you
Because it will make the warning light go out

You’re about to drive a vehicle fitted with air-assisted hydraulic brakes. Why might the brake pedal feel hard when you press it?

The vacuum pump isn’t working
The pedal movement needs adjusting
The brakes are locked on fully
The brake-fluid reservoir is empty

Your vehicle is fitted with an air-assisted hydraulic braking system. What would warn you that the vacuum pump isn’t working?

The brake pedal feels spongy when pressed
The brake pedal has little resistance
The brake pedal feels hard when pressed
The brake pedal travels a long way

Your vehicle is fitted with hydraulic brakes. Why might the brake pedal go down too far when it’s pressed?

There’s too much fluid in the braking system
The pedal travel requires adjustment
The vacuum exhauster isn’t working
There isn’t enough fluid in the braking system

You’re about to drive a vehicle fitted with hydraulic brakes. What should you check before driving the vehicle?

The hydraulic-brake fluid level
The power-steering fluid level
The cooling-system fluid level
The windscreen-washer fluid level

Your vehicle is fitted with air-assisted hydraulic brakes. What would warn you that there isn’t enough air in the system?

An increase in pressure on the air gauge
A buzzer or light
The exhaust brake won’t work
Brake fade

Which coloured band on the rev counter makes the best use of engine braking?

Blue
Red
Amber
Green

Your vehicle is fitted with air brakes. What does it mean if a brake warning light shows when you’ve just started the engine?

Low air pressure
Increased air pressure
The parking brake isn’t working
The air reservoirs are fully charged

Your vehicle is fitted with air-assisted hydraulic brakes. What fault would you suspect if the brake pedal becomes hard to press?

The brake system has a loss of vacuum
The brake linings are worn
The brake shoes need adjusting
The brake system requires more fluid

Where can you get a replacement driver tachograph card?

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Any MOT test centre
A tachograph centre

A driver is convicted of obstructing an enforcement officer in the course of their duties. Under EU drivers’ hours regulations, what’s the maximum fine they can receive?

Unlimited
£3,000
£4,000
£5,000

When are you allowed to alter your tachograph record?

If there are two or more drivers
If your journey is over 50 miles
At no time
When you have no spare charts

You’re driving under EU drivers’ hours. How is a week defined under these rules?

Between 00.00 hours on Monday and 24.00 hours the following Sunday
Any seven-day period
Between 00.00 hours and 24.00 hours six days later
A working period of 56 hours

Which type of digital tachograph card is used by an approved calibration centre when they’re re-calibrating the tachograph?

Control card
Company card
Driver card
Workshop card

Which digital tachograph card is only available to enforcement authorities?

Control card
Company card
CPC card
Workshop card

Drivers must have a driver smart card for use in digital tachographs. Where can you obtain a replacement smart card in Great Britain?

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Highways England
A tachograph calibration centre
The post office

Who’s responsible for the issue of tachograph charts to a lorry driver?

The driver's employer
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
The authorised calibration centre
The local MOT testing centre

How can you find out when an analogue tachograph was last re-calibrated?

From a date on the tachograph chart
By contacting the vehicle’s manufacturer
By checking the vehicle’s service record
From a plaque on or near the tachograph

The analogue tachograph on your vehicle becomes faulty. How long do you have before you must have it repaired?

One day
Three days
One week
Two weeks

An enforcement officer keeps one of your tachograph charts. Who should sign the back of the replacement chart?

You, the driver
Your transport manager
The vehicle owner
The officer

An enforcement officer keeps your analogue tachograph records. How should they endorse the replacement charts?

With their name
With their service number
With their home address
With their date of birth

Why should you carry spare tachograph charts?

As a defence against a speeding prosecution
To record when you've been delayed in traffic
For recording extra loading duties and overtime
To replace the original chart if it gets dirty

What must you do when using a vehicle fitted with an analogue tachograph?

Carry enough approved charts
Used damaged charts if they're clean
Use dirty charts if they're undamaged
Reuse charts twice

What can happen to drivers who break EU tachograph regulations?

They can be given three warnings
They can have their passports withdrawn
They can be heavily fined
They can be let off if they're new to using tachographs

What should a bus driver do to help passengers have a good journey?

Keep to the timetable regardless of comfort
Drive on before people are seated
Look ahead when issuing tickets
Be courteous and polite

A passenger is boarding your bus. What does it mean if they’re carrying a white stick with a red ring painted on it?

They have a learning difficulty
They have poor vision and hearing
They have a physical disability
They have a speech problem

What must be clearly labelled on a bus?

The location of the air vents
The location of the first-aid equipment
The location of the security cameras
The location of the bus station

Which of these is a legal requirement for every bus?

A fire extinguisher
A current timetable
A mobile phone or radio
A working tachograph

Your bus is fitted with seat belts. When should passengers wear them?

During journeys of more than 20 minutes
Only when travelling in EU countries
Only when travelling on motorways
At all times

What should you be most aware of before moving off from a standstill?

Passengers making phone calls
Passengers smoking on the bus
Passengers asking you directions
Passengers getting off the bus

What would contribute to the safety and comfort of your passengers?

Giving change on the move
Driving with the door open
Thinking and planning well ahead
Braking hard before reaching a bend

Where may passengers be thrown when a bus takes a bend too fast?

Towards the outside of the bend
Towards the inside of the bend
Towards the front of the bus
Towards the rear of the bus

Why should a bus driver avoid stopping harshly?

To preserve the tyres
To avoid wear on the brakes
To keep the passengers safe
To stop the suspension bouncing

Well ahead of you are traffic lights on green. What should you do in case the lights change to red?

Accelerate to make sure you can cross before they change
Slow down to avoid the need to stop suddenly
Accelerate, but warn your passengers you may have to stop
Carry on at a constant speed, but be ready to sound your horn

When would passengers be most likely to notice weight transfer?

When the vehicle is parking
When the vehicle is cornering
When the vehicle is reversing
When the vehicle is overtaking

How can you avoid harsh braking?

Gently apply the parking brake
Plan ahead and take early action
Slow down by using your gears only
Pump the brake pedal several times

Where are passengers likely to be thrown when a bus driver brakes harshly?

To the front of the bus
To the rear of the bus
To the nearside
To the offside

How can you avoid harsh braking?

Pump the brakes when approaching a bus stop
Use only the gears to slow down
Use the parking brake just before stopping
Plan ahead and take early action on all stops

What’s the main reason for using smooth acceleration when you’re driving a bus?

To reduce wear on the tyres
To reduce wear on the engine
To improve fuel consumption
To improve passenger comfort

How can a bus driver show care for their passengers?

By taking fares while moving, to save time
By reaching destinations early
By not speaking when taking fares
By stopping close to the kerb

What’s your main responsibility as a bus driver?

The safety and comfort of your passengers
Keeping to a strict timetable
The collecting of fares
The issuing of tickets

What must buses and coaches display when they’re used for school contract work?

School-bus signs
Flashing amber beacons
Triangular warning signs
No overtaking' signs

When can you drive a bus at night without having the interior lights switched on?

When the passengers want to sleep
When most passengers want the lights off
When there are no standing passengers
When there are no passengers

Passengers may be in a hurry to get off the bus as you approach a bus stop. What should you do to reduce any dangers?

Insist that passengers stay seated until the bus stops
Stop just before the bus stop and let passengers get off
Let passengers on to the bus before letting passengers off
Keep the passenger doors closed until the bus has stopped

What should you do before allowing passengers off your bus?

Collect their used tickets
Activate an audible warning system
Check mirrors before opening doors
Ask if they have luggage to collect

Several parked cars are blocking your bus stop. What should you do before allowing passengers to leave the bus?

Move on to the next bus stop
Check it's clear of traffic on the left
Try to find the car owners
Check it's clear of traffic on the right

A bus stop is blocked and you can’t get into it. What’s the most important thing you should do before opening the exit door?

Try to get the bus stop cleared
Carry on to the next bus stop
Check for traffic on the left
Check for traffic on the right

Where should you stop to make it easy for passengers leaving or joining your bus?

Next to soft grass
Alongside guard rails
Near parked cars
Close to the kerb

Where should you stop when you’re stopping to collect passengers at a bus stop?

Close to the kerb
Away from the kerb
After the bus stop
Before the bus stop

You’re driving a double-deck bus. Why do you need to know if anyone is using the stairs?

The upper deck is only to be used when the lower deck is full
Tickets for the upper deck are more expensive
Passengers using the stairs could fall if the bus brakes or swerves
No-one under 18 years old may use the stairs

You’re the driver of a one-person-operated double-deck bus. How do you stay aware of passengers on the top deck?

By counting passengers up and down the staircase
By frequent checks upstairs while stopped at bus stops
By listening to passengers in the upstairs gangway when approaching bus stops
By making full use of the internal mirror system

You’re driving a one-person-operated bus. What should you do while issuing tickets at a bus stop?

Signal right, so you're ready to move off
Turn on your hazard warning lights
Make sure you've cancelled any signal
Signal left, to let others know you're not ready to move off

What’s a bus driver’s first priority?

The safety and comfort of passengers
Keeping to the timetable
Completing tachograph records correctly
Making sure the destination is clearly marked

What must you do before moving off when you’re driving a service bus?

Finish issuing tickets to passengers
Ensure your fuel tank is above a quarter full
Take off your sunglasses
Make sure all passengers have a seat

What should you watch for when you drive away from a bus stop?

Passengers who avoid paying the correct fare
Passengers smoking in the lower saloon
Passengers leaving the bus
Passengers using expired travel passes

Your double-deck bus breaks down on a busy road. Where should you ask your passengers to move to?

The rear of the bus
The top deck
The lower deck
The front of the bus

What does a kneeling bus improve?

Access for disabled people
Stability when cornering
Passenger comfort at higher speeds
Access for the driver

Your bus is fitted with lifts or ramps for less mobile passengers. Who should operate this equipment?

Wheelchair attendants
Fully trained people
Bus-company employees
Accompanying nurses

What does good passenger care include?

Making criticisms of other road users
Providing a commentary on the route
Talking to passengers while driving
Helping passengers who need directions

What do you have to be aware of when driving a double-deck bus on a road that has a steep camber?

‘Keep left’ islands
A smooth road surface
Pedestrian crossings
Overhanging trees

What should you do if a passenger comments on exhaust smoke in the bus?

Report it as soon as you return to the depot
Stop and have the fault put right
Avoid heavy revving of the engine when stationary
Have the emissions checked at the next vehicle inspection

A passenger on your bus has stopped breathing. You help them by giving CPR. When should you stop doing this?

When they can breathe on their own
When you think the passenger has died
When their skin has turned blue
When you think the ambulance is coming

How should you care for a passenger who’s in shock?

Give them liquids
Keep them moving
Encourage them to sleep
Keep them warm

What must you do if your bus has hit a parked vehicle and the owner can’t be found?

Report the incident to the police within seven days
Report the incident to the owner as soon as possible
Report the incident to the owner within seven days
Report the incident to the police within 24 hours

What should you do if your bus has been involved in an incident with other vehicles?

Switch off your headlights
Switch off the fuel supply
Switch off the air conditioning
Switch off the destination signs

You’re driving a coach carrying elderly people. You arrive at the scene of an incident. What should you do if the emergency services have already arrived?

Ask your passengers to find out what's happening
Don't tell your passengers anything in case you upset them
Leave your passengers on the bus and see what's happening
Tell your passengers what's happening without upsetting them

What must the driver do when they leave their bus unattended?

Check that the tachograph chart is removed
Check that the gear lever is in reverse
Check that the gear lever is in first
Check that the parking brake is applied

What should you do if you’re asked to leave your bus by an official who isn’t in uniform?

Comply with the request
Ask to see a warrant card
Refuse to leave the vehicle
Invite the official aboard

When may a driver take their rest period in a parked vehicle?

If it's fitted with a bunk
If a smoke alarm is fitted
If the vehicle's in an authorised coach park
If there are no passengers on board

After driving continuously for the maximum period under EU rules, a bus driver must take a break. What’s the minimum duration of this break?

15 minutes
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes

You’re driving a bus with 18 seats on an excursion from London to Scotland. Which drivers’ hours rules should you use?

AETR only
Domestic
EU only
EU and AETR

What’s the national speed limit for buses and coaches on a dual carriageway?

55 mph
60 mph
65 mph
70 mph

How would you know that a weight-limit sign doesn’t apply to the bus you’re driving?

By a plate fitted beneath the weight-limit sign
By the colour of the weight-limit sign
By a plate attached to the vehicle
By a certificate carried by the driver

As a guide, how many passengers equal 1 tonne?

15
20
25
30

By approximately how much would 15 passengers increase the weight of your vehicle?

0.5 tonnes
1 tonne
2.5 tonnes
3 tonnes

When do you need to take account of your vehicle having air suspension?

When you're passing animals or horse riders
When you're travelling up a steep gradient
When you're parked close to another vehicle
When you're driving in falling snow

Your coach often tows a trailer. How often should you check the trailer tyres for pressure?

At least once a week when they're cold
At least once a month when they're hot
At least once a week when they're hot
At least once a month when the trailer is fully laden

You’re driving at night on a very busy road when your headlights fail. What should you do if the fuse box is on the outside of the bus, on the right-hand side?

Ask a passenger to watch for traffic
Drive on without lights
Fix the problem yourself
Wait for the breakdown services

Your bus has a speed limiter fitted. What other related item must it have?

An audible warning device for the driver
A plate in the cab showing the limited speed
A warning sign on the back of the bus
A manual override switch for emergencies

What should you do when you park a vehicle that’s fitted with a turbocharger?

Rev the engine up, then switch it off
Switch the engine off immediately
Allow the engine to idle, then switch it off
Switch the engine off and on repeatedly

A passenger tells you they’ve noticed that a wheel nut is missing from your bus. How often should you check your vehicle’s wheel nuts?

At the end of every week
At the start of every week
Every day before starting out
Only at every service interval

It’s raining heavily. What effect could this have when you overtake a cyclist?

Spray could affect their control
Exhaust fumes are more toxic when it's raining
Noise from your engine will be louder
Buffeting will be reduced

Your bus hits a low railway bridge. Nobody is injured. When and to whom should you report the incident?

Immediately, to your employer
Within 24 hours, to the railway authority
Within seven days, to the police
Immediately, to the railway authority

When starting your bus, how should air pressure be built up?

With the doors open
With the service brake on
With the engine ticking over
With the engine revving up

What should you do before stopping a turbocharged engine?

Release the air-suspension valve
Allow the engine to idle
Select reverse gear
Rev the engine sharply

On a coach with high side windows, it can be difficult to see either side. What should you do before you move off in one of these vehicles?

Get out of your vehicle and stop the traffic
Ask a passenger to make sure it's safe to move off
Indicate before checking all of your mirrors
Open the window and look down and round to the right

How frequently should a driver carry out a walk-round check?

Daily
Weekly
Every 100 miles
Every 1000 miles

Some buses have different-sized wheels on the front and rear. What do you need to be aware of when driving at high speeds on long journeys?

The tyres on the larger wheels are more likely to overheat
The tyres on the smaller wheels are more likely to overheat
The tyres on the larger wheels are more likely to lose pressure
The tyres on the smaller wheels are more likely to lose pressure

You’ll be driving a high-floor coach. You’ll be going over several high bridges. Why should you check the weather forecast before starting your journey?

Rain can make crossing bridges very difficult for buses and coaches
In hot weather, the bridges might be closed to heavy traffic
You won't be able to climb the bridges if it's frosty
Some roads may be closed to certain vehicles in high winds

The front of your bus overhangs well past the front wheels. Why should you allow for this when cornering?

The steering will be much heavier
Your speed will be more difficult to control
You might hit something close to the road
You'll need to brake earlier than normal

What category of licence is required to drive an articulated bus?

D
D+E
D1
D1+E

Where can a driver find their vehicle’s unladen weight recorded?

On the dashboard of the vehicle
On the driver's duty roster
On the side of the vehicle
On the depot noticeboard

Why should you check your tyres more frequently on a coach with three axles?

Punctures can be more difficult to detect
Air pressure is more easily lost
The wheels will need balancing more often
You've no room for a spare wheel

What effect will continuous use of the air-conditioning system have on fuel consumption?

Increase it by about 15%
Increase it by about 30%
Increase it by about 50%
Increase it by about 75%

What does a D1 category licence allow you to drive?

Buses with a maximum of 16 passenger seats
Buses with a maximum of 24 passenger seats
Buses with a maximum of 32 passenger seats
Buses with a maximum of 48 passenger seats

What size of trailer can be towed by the holder of a full category D licence?

750 kg
1000 kg
1250 kg
1500 kg

Which licence category do you need to drive an articulated bus (‘bendy bus’)?

D1+E
D
D+E
D1

You’re making a journey that crosses international borders. Which document should you produce at immigration control?

A list of passengers
A breakdown insurance certificate
A route plan
A list of alcohol on board

You’re making a journey that crosses international borders. Which document should you produce at immigration control?

A list of passengers
A breakdown insurance certificate
A route plan
A list of alcohol on board

You’re driving a coach, returning from a European trip. Why should you search the vehicle at the port?

To look for missing property
To ensure duty-free limits aren't exceeded
To prevent the carriage of illegal immigrants
To ensure the vehicle has the correct documentation

Why may coaches be subject to a search by immigration authorities at international ports?

For national security
To check for red diesel
For tachograph regulations
To check vehicle condition

You’re driving a fully loaded coach that’s 12 metres long. What should you do when you approach this sign?

Don't proceed past the sign but find another route
Set down all your passengers at a safe place before the sign
Stop and check the legal lettering on the side panel
Proceed as normal; the sign doesn't apply to you

What must you check after refuelling your bus?

Your filler caps are securely closed
Your tank is full to the top
The position of the emergency fuel cut-off switch
The low-fuel warning light is working

Which category of licence do you need to drive a tri-axle double-deck coach?

D1
D
D1+E
C

What should you do while you’re driving a bus in a built-up area?

Keep junctions clear
Reduce your stopping distance
Stay ahead of cyclists and motorcyclists
Allow less time for passengers to board

You’re carrying a bus full of passengers. What must you do if you see smoke coming from the engine compartment?

Move the passengers to the front of the bus
Open the engine cover to investigate
Drive to the bus station for a replacement bus
Get everyone off the bus quickly and safely

You’re driving on a dual carriageway. When would you use the nearside mirror?

To check that the driver's door is closed properly
After overtaking, to see whether it's safe to return to the left
To see whether any passengers want the next bus stop
To look for following traffic moving out to overtake

What must you do before leaving your bus?

Apply the parking brake
Count the fares
Reset the odometer
Operate the fuel cut-off switch

What should you do before getting out of your bus?

Apply the parking brake
Change the destination board
Put the hazard warning lights on
Check the air-pressure gauges read full

What should you do before uncoupling your trailer?

Disconnect the battery
Park on a firm, level surface
Park in a well-lit location
Unload some of the cargo

What will result from having over-inflated tyres?

You'll have improved acceleration
The tyres will wear more quickly
The tyres will give better grip
The fuel consumption will be reduced

What should you regularly check on the tyres of your bus?

The tyre manufacturer's details are displayed
The tyre pressures are all correct
The dust caps are all in place
The tread depths are equal on all tyres

What must be clearly displayed on your bus?

The route timetable
The location of all bus stops
The emergency-exit location
Your employee number

Which road user is sometimes allowed to share a bus lane?

Learner driver
Lorry driver
Disabled driver
Taxi driver

What’s a vehicle’s turning circle?

The number of turns of the steering wheel between locks
The amount of space needed for the vehicle to turn
The amount by which the vehicle overhangs kerbs
The distance by which a vehicle cuts corners

You’re approaching a large puddle near the left-hand kerb. What should you do if pedestrians are close to the water?

Ignore the puddle
Brake suddenly and sound your horn
Try to avoid splashing the pedestrians
Wave at the pedestrians to keep back

You’re driving along this road. What should you do if the red van cuts in close in front of you?

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Accelerate to get closer to the red van
Give a long blast on the horn
Drop back to leave the correct separation distance
Flash your headlights several times

When may you drive without wearing your seat belt?

When reversing
When carrying out a hill start
When making an emergency stop
When driving slowly

Why is it important to adjust your head restraint properly?

To make you more comfortable
To protect your neck in a collision
To help you relax while you're driving
To maintain a good driving position

You’re about to drive a vehicle you’ve never driven before. What should you consider when adjusting your seat?

Your distance from the controls
Being able to reach your sat-nav
The tension in the seat belt
The wear on the seat fabric

What can prevent you from holding a lorry driving licence?

Heart disorders
Dyslexia
Skin problems
Stomach problems

What should you do when passing sheep on a road?

Pass quickly and quietly
Sound your horn gently
Drive very slowly
Keep your vehicle moving

What’s most likely to cause danger to a group of horse riders?

Powerful brake lights
Leaving plenty of room
The noise of your vehicle
Reacting too early

Where are you most likely to find pedestrians stepping into the road?

Motorways
One-way streets
Wooded areas
Shopping areas

What should you do if you lose your way in heavy traffic?

Stop at traffic lights and ask pedestrians
Shout to other drivers to ask them the way
Drive on until you find a safe place to stop
Check a map as you keep moving with the traffic

You’re driving on a motorway. What does it mean when a lorry ahead of you switches on its hazard warning lights?

There are speed cameras ahead
The lorry is about to overtake
The lorry is leaving the motorway
Traffic further ahead may be stopping

What should you do if you aren’t sure whether your cough medicine will affect your driving?

Ask your doctor for advice
Drive a little more slowly
Drive if you feel all right
Ask a friend for advice

What should you do if a long, heavily laden lorry is taking a long time to overtake you?

Speed up
Slow down
Hold your speed
Change direction

When should you use your vehicle’s horn?

To warn others of your presence
To allow you right of way
To greet other road users
To signal your annoyance

You’re driving on a single carriageway. When may you use your mobile phone?

Only when you're receiving a call
Only when you're suitably parked
Only when you're driving at less than 30 mph
Only when you're driving an automatic vehicle

What should you do if you want to make a business call on your mobile phone while you’re driving?

Make the call but take extra care
Use the cruise control while you're making the call
Stop in a safe place before making the call
Reduce speed while you make the call

When are you most likely to lose concentration while you’re driving?

When you use a mobile phone
When you switch on the windscreen wipers
When you switch on the heated rear window
When you look at the door mirrors

Your vehicle breaks down on a motorway and you need to call for help. Why may it be better to use an emergency roadside telephone rather than a mobile phone?

It connects you to a local garage
Using a mobile phone will distract other drivers
It allows easy location by the emergency services
Mobile phones don't work on motorways

What should you do if a front tyre bursts while you’re driving on a motorway?

Loosen your grip on the steering wheel
Brake firmly to a stop
Hold the steering wheel firmly
Drive to the next service area

What might misuse of drugs or alcohol lead to?

Better concentration
Better eyesight
Withdrawal of a driving licence
Faster reactions

You’ve driven a long distance and feel tired. Your tachograph shows that you haven’t exceeded your driving hours. What should you do in these circumstances?

Park in a suitable place and rest
Reduce your speed and drive more slowly
Carry on driving to use up your hours
Increase your speed and reduce your journey time

What should you do if you feel tired while driving on a motorway?

Stop on the hard shoulder for a rest
Carry on, but drive slowly
Leave the motorway at the next exit
Try to complete your journey more quickly

What should you do if you’re taking medication that could affect your driving?

Seek medical advice
Make short journeys only
Drive only at night
Drink plenty of water

When will your reactions be slower?

When driving while you're tired
When driving in fog
When driving too quickly
When driving in rain

What should you do if you’re feeling tired but there’s nowhere to stop safely?

Increase your speed to find a stopping place more quickly
Ensure a supply of fresh air
Gently tap the steering wheel
Keep changing speed to improve your concentration

You’re about to drive home. What should you do if you feel very tired and have a severe headache?

Wait until you're fit and well before driving
Drive home, but take painkiller tablets
Drive home if you can stay awake for the journey
Wait for a short time, then drive home slowly

What should you do if you’re driving along a motorway and become tired?

Stop on the hard shoulder at a safe place to rest
Leave the motorway at the next exit and take a rest
Close your windows and turn up the radio volume
Close your windows and set the heating to warm

You take some cough medicine given to you by a friend.

What must you do before driving?

Drink some strong coffee
Ask your friend whether taking the medicine affected their driving
Check the label to see whether the medicine will affect your driving
Make a short journey to see whether the medicine is affecting your driving

You’ve been taking medicine for a few days, and it has made you feel drowsy. Today you feel better, but you still need to take the medicine.

When should you drive?

Only if your journey is necessary
Only at night on quiet roads
Only if someone goes with you
Only after checking with your doctor

Your doctor has given you a course of medicine. Why should you ask whether it’s safe to drive?

Drugs make you a better driver by quickening your reactions
You'll have to let your insurance company know about the medicine
Some types of medicine can cause your reactions to slow down
The medicine you take may affect your hearing

It’s been eight hours since you last had an alcoholic drink. What effect could the alcohol have on your driving?

You may still be over the legal drink-drive limit
You'll have no alcohol in your system
Your driving won't be impaired
You can't be breathalysed

As a driver, what should you do when you attend a social event?

Drink plenty of coffee after drinking alcohol
Avoid busy roads after drinking alcohol
Avoid drinking alcohol completely
Avoid drinking alcohol on an empty stomach

Your vehicle breaks down on the hard shoulder of a motorway. What should you do if you decide to use your mobile phone to call for help?

Stand at the rear of the vehicle while making the call
Use the speed-dial function to save time
Set the tachograph to 'Other work' before making the call
Check your location from the marker posts on the left

How should you answer a mobile phone call while you’re driving?

Reduce your speed wherever you are
Stop safely before answering
Keep one hand on the steering wheel
Slow down and allow others to overtake

At what age are men most at risk from sleep-related vehicle incidents (SRVIs)?

30 years and under
31–45 years
46–59 years
60 years and over

How will your body clock affect your driving between 2.00 am and 7.00 am?

You're more likely to fall asleep at the wheel
You're more likely to feel road rage
You're more likely to break the speed limit
You're more likely to drive too close to the vehicle in front

When can you drive without wearing a seat belt?

When you hold a medical exemption certificate
When the seat belt is too large for your use
When you're driving on a motorway
When the speed limit is 30 mph or less

Where do most sleep-related vehicle incidents occur?

On motorways
In one-way streets
On rural roads
On tourist routes

High-sided vehicles can be affected by side wind. On which type of road is this most likely?

Narrow country lanes
Open roads
Slip roads
Motorway underpasses

What should you do when you drive in windy weather?

Maintain a constant speed in exposed areas
Anticipate how the weather may affect other road users
Always keep to your intended route
Stay close to smaller or vulnerable vehicles as you overtake them

When do long vehicles sometimes need to straddle lanes?

When turning at tight junctions
When travelling empty
When driving on motorways
When coming to contraflow systems

How will gravity affect a laden vehicle going downhill?

The vehicle will use more fuel
Stopping distances will be decreased
More braking effort will be required
The load will be more stable

When would weight transference be most likely to occur?

When you're reversing
When you're loading
When you're overtaking
When you're cornering

What should you do when you park your vehicle on a two-way road at night?

Use the parking lights
Switch off all lights
Put a traffic cone behind your vehicle
Park underneath a street lamp

You’re about to pass this car.

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What’s the main hazard you should be aware of?

Sunlight reflecting off the car windscreen
The driver’s door may suddenly open
Its alarm may be activated
The narrow pavement on the right

You’re driving along a motorway and see this sign.
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What does it mean?

There's a steep downhill section ahead
Only lorries and buses are allowed to use that lane
Vehicles fitted with speed limiters must use that lane
There's a long uphill gradient ahead

You’re waiting at a T-junction. What should you do if you see a vehicle is coming from the right, with its left indicator flashing?

Move out and accelerate hard
Wait until the vehicle starts to turn in
Pull out before the vehicle reaches the junction
Move out slowly

Why should you be especially aware of parked cars when you’re driving at night?

There are more of them
They're more likely to move off
The drivers may be drunk
They can park without lights

You’re driving in heavy rain. What should you do if your steering suddenly feels very light?

Brake very sharply
Steer towards the centre line
Ease off the accelerator
Increase your speed

You’re driving a high-sided vehicle on a motorway. You should anticipate the effects of side wind. When is this most likely to happen?

When passing signs
On exposed sections
In contraflow systems
In service areas

You’re in the centre lane of a motorway, overtaking another vehicle. What should you do before returning to the left-hand lane?

Signal left, then check your mirror
Wait for the other driver to flash their headlights
Check ahead and then your nearside mirror
Check behind for fast traffic in the right-hand lane

You’re driving through the night. What could it mean if your steering feels lighter than normal?

Your tyres are losing pressure
There's a leak in the power-steering pump
There's ice or frost on the road
There isn't enough tread on your tyres

What do you need to be aware of when you drive over an exposed suspension bridge?

The swaying of the bridge
The width of the lanes
The effect of strong side wind
The overhanging bridge cables

What do you need to be careful of when you’re driving in high winds?

Fallen trees
Poor visibility
A risk of grounding
Steep gradients

What might happen if using the brakes continuously causes them to overheat?

The brakes will work better
The brakes will be less effective
The brake pedal will become stiff
The air pressure will increase

What should you do as you approach a zebra crossing?

Stop before the zigzag lines
Wave pedestrians across the road
Sound the horn and flash headlights
Be prepared to stop in good time

You’re driving a high-sided vehicle in very windy conditions. Where should you avoid travelling?

Across suspension bridges
Up steep hills
Along country lanes
Through road tunnels

Where would you anticipate problems when you’re driving a high-sided vehicle on a windy day?

In road tunnels
On high-level roads
In dead ground
On ring roads

You’re driving along a motorway in thick fog at night. The reflective studs are red on your left and white on your right.

Which lane are you in?

The right-hand lane
The hard shoulder
The left-hand lane
The middle lane

Why should you take extra care when overtaking at night?

Every driver will normally be tired
Large vehicles are subject to a 10% speed reduction
Speed and distance are harder to judge
Most towns aren't adequately lit

What problem may you have when driving at night?

It's more difficult to keep to speed limits
There'll be an increase in traffic
You'll have reduced visibility
It takes longer to stop

Where are these lights found?

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On approach to a level crossing
Near a fire station
On approach to a motorway
Near a school

You’re driving in town and see these lights flashing. What would you expect to see ahead?

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Contraflow system
Uneven road surface
Children crossing the road
Roadworks ahead

When may you use your vehicle’s hazard warning lights while it’s moving?

When you've just overtaken another vehicle
When you need to reverse for some distance
When you're on a motorway and traffic ahead slows suddenly
When one of your lights has failed

Why is tailgating dangerous?

You're likely to be distracted
Your engine will overheat
Your view to the rear is reduced
Your view ahead is reduced

The road is wet. Why should you slow down as you approach this pedestrian?

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Because there are no road markings
To avoid splashing them
Because they have priority
To encourage them to cross

You’re driving downhill. How will this affect your vehicle?

It will need more engine power
It will take longer to stop
It will increase fuel consumption
It will be easier to change direction

You’re driving on a motorway in heavy rain. What could cause your steering to become unresponsive?

Water reducing the tyres' grip on the road
Tyres becoming hotter in the bad weather
Braking gently and in good time
Water entering the braking system

You’re driving in heavy rain. Why do you need to increase your distance from the vehicle in front?

To prevent rain from entering the vehicle’s braking system
To let other motorists move into the gap
To allow for an increased stopping distance
To reduce the risk of water spraying into the filters

You’re on a motorway, approaching a working snow plough. Why should you stay behind it?

It's illegal to overtake snow ploughs
Snow ploughs are left-hand-drive only
Your speed could cause snow to drift behind
There may be deep snow ahead

How should you drive through flood water?

Slowly, in a low gear, with engine speed high
Slowly, in a high gear, with engine speed low
As quickly as possible to cause the least delay
At normal speed when you have spray reducers fitted

This vehicle is fitted with spray-suppression equipment. In what weather conditions will it be most useful?

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Rain
Snow
Wind
Fog

What component fitted to your vehicle will help following drivers in wet weather?

Spray reducers
Side-panel skirts
Wind deflectors
Catalytic converter

When should you check your vehicle’s spray-suppression equipment?

Only when you'll be using a motorway
Before setting out on every journey
Only as part of a pre-winter check
Once per year before the MOT test

You’re driving in wet weather. What effect will faulty spray-suppression equipment have on other drivers?

Their vision will be increased
Their vision will be reduced
They'll be able to overtake more easily
They'll need to use intermittent wipers

Why are brushes fitted to this vehicle’s wheel arch?

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To clear mud from the tyres on building sites
To remove objects from the tyre tread
To stop snow building up behind the wheel
To reduce spray on wet roads

You’re driving a large vehicle in heavy rain on a motorway. You slow down to reduce the risk of aquaplaning. For what other reason should you slow down?

To force other drivers to act properly and slow down
To reduce the amount of spray thrown up
To prevent water from entering the braking system
To stop the electrics getting wet

You’re driving on a motorway in heavy rain. When are you allowed to use high-intensity rear fog lights?

When visibility is more than 100 metres (328 feet)
Only when the national speed limit applies
Only when you're being followed closely by other traffic
When visibility is reduced to 100 metres (328 feet) or less

You’re driving in wet conditions.

What should you try to do before braking?

Make sure that your vehicle is travelling in a straight line
Make sure that the gear lever is in neutral
Make sure that all spray-suppression equipment is working
Make sure that there's no mist on your rear-view mirrors

What time gap should you leave when you’re following a vehicle on a wet road?

At least one second
At least two seconds
At least three seconds
At least four seconds

Why is it dangerous to follow a large goods vehicle too closely?

Your field of vision will be seriously reduced
Your cab will fill with fumes
Your engine will overheat
Your brakes will overheat

When should you use the two-second rule?

To keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front when it's raining
To keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front when conditions are good
To keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front when it's icy
To keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front in queuing traffic

How should you use the brakes in icy weather?

Suddenly
By pumping the brake pedal
Gently
After using the gears first

How much longer will your stopping distance be in snow than in dry weather?

Twice as long
Four times as long
Five times as long
Ten times as long

What must you be certain of before you overtake at night?

You can see well ahead
The road's well lit
There's an overtaking lane
You're outside a built-up area

You’re driving at 50 mph (80 km/h) on a dry, level road. What gap should you leave between your vehicle and the one in front?

One vehicle length
Two vehicle lengths
At least a one-second gap
At least a two-second gap

What should you do if an overtaking vehicle pulls in too close in front of you?

Slow down
Stay close behind
Overtake when you can
Flash your headlights

What should you do if you see a lorry too close behind when you’re driving in traffic on the motorway?

Increase your distance from the vehicle in front
Touch the brake pedal sharply to show your brake lights
Briskly accelerate away from the vehicle behind
Switch your rear fog lamps on and off

In fast traffic, when should you leave a two-second gap between your vehicle and the one in front?

When the roads are dry
When it's raining and the roads are wet
When the roads are icy
When you're driving in fog

You’re driving in fog that’s starting to clear. When should you switch off your high-intensity rear fog lights?

When visibility is more than 10 metres (32 feet)
When visibility is more than 50 metres (164 feet)
When visibility is more than 75 metres (246 feet)
When visibility is more than 100 metres (328 feet)

You’re driving in fog. When should high-intensity rear fog lights be used?

When visibility falls below 100 metres (328 feet)
When visibility falls below 200 metres (656 feet)
When visibility falls below 300 metres (984 feet)
When visibility falls below 400 metres (1312 feet)

You’re driving at night. Why should you ensure that all your lights are clean and working correctly?

To allow following drivers to use dipped headlights
To prevent the battery from overcharging
So that other road users can see the size of your vehicle
So that the intensity of street lighting can be reduced

You’re in the left-hand lane on a three-lane motorway. Why should you check for any vehicles in the right-hand lane before you overtake?

They may be moving faster than you
They may move back to the middle lane as you move out
They may cut in sharply behind you
They may accelerate briskly in front of you

You’re driving behind two cyclists. They’re approaching a roundabout in the left-hand lane. What should you expect them to do?

Go in any direction
Turn left
Turn right
Go straight ahead

What should you do before you start to overtake a lorry?

Look well ahead for uphill gradients
Check your position in the left-hand mirror
Change quickly to a higher gear
Close right up before pulling out

You’re following a large vehicle. How can you improve your view ahead?

Drop further back
Move over to the right
Move over to the left
Overtake as soon as you can

How should you slow down or stop when you’re driving on an icy road?

Brake gently and in good time
Always use the retarder
Change down through the gears
Use the parking brake in a rapid on-and-off movement

The entrances to roundabouts are often slippery when they’re wet.

How should you deal with this hazard?

Stay in the left-hand lane
Brake in good time
Use the handbrake
Stop before emerging

The area around an incident is safe. What’s the best way to help an injured person?

Get them out of their vehicle
Give them a drink
Give them something to eat
Keep them in the vehicle

At an incident, you suspect a casualty has back injuries. What’s the best way to help them?

Offer them a drink
Leave them where they are
Raise their legs
Offer them a cigarette

At an incident, a casualty is unconscious but still breathing. Why would you move them?

Because an ambulance is on the way
Because bystanders advise you to
Because there's further danger
Because they look uncomfortable

You arrive at the scene of an incident. The emergency services have already been called. A pedestrian is bleeding heavily from a leg wound, but their leg isn’t broken. What should you do to help them?

Dab the wound to stop the bleeding
Keep both legs flat on the ground
Apply firm pressure to the wound
Fetch them a warm drink

You arrive at the scene of an incident. A casualty has an injured arm that’s bleeding heavily. What should you do while waiting for the emergency services to arrive?

Apply pressure over the wound and keep the arm down
Dab the wound
Get them a drink
Apply pressure over the wound and raise the arm

When should you stop trying to resuscitate a casualty?

When you think they're dead
When they can breathe without help
When they've turned blue
When you think the ambulance is coming

You’re trying to resuscitate a casualty who isn’t breathing. For how long should you continue?

Give up if you think they're dead
Keep trying for up to two minutes
Carry on until an ambulance arrives
Keep trying for up to four minutes

You arrive at the scene of an incident where a motorcyclist is lying in the middle of the road and unconscious. What’s the first thing you should do?

Move the rider out of the road
Warn other traffic
Clear the road of debris
Give the rider reassurance

There’s been an incident.

What can you do to help a driver who’s suffering from shock?

Give them a drink
Offer them a cigarette
Ask who caused the collision
Reassure them confidently

What should you do if you’re the first person to arrive at the scene of an incident?

Warn other traffic to prevent further collisions
Take photographs of the scene
Offer a calming cigarette to those involved
Ask everyone who isn't injured to leave

You’re at the scene of an incident. How can you help someone suffering from shock?

Reassure them confidently
Offer them a cigarette
Keep them moving
Give them a warm drink

You arrive at the scene of an incident where someone is injured.

What should be given urgent priority?

Check that the casualty can breathe
Get the casualty a warm drink
Take details of any witnesses
Take the numbers of the vehicles involved

You’ve stopped at the scene of an incident where there are casualties.

What should you do to help?

Keep injured people warm and comfortable
Clear debris from the road
Keep injured people on the move by walking them around
Give injured people a warm drink

You arrive at the scene of an incident and someone is unconscious.

What’s the first thing you should do to help them?

Take the numbers of the vehicles involved
Try to get them to drink water
Check that they're breathing
Look for any witnesses

You’re the first person to arrive at an incident where a motorcyclist is unconscious. After you’ve checked the area for immediate danger, what’s the first check you should make on the casualty?

Whether they can breathe
Whether they're bleeding
Whether they have broken bones
Whether they have any bruising

You arrive at an incident involving a motorcyclist. The motorcyclist is unconscious and bleeding.

What should be your priority?

Sweep up any loose debris
Make a list of witnesses
Check the casualty’s airway
Take the numbers of the vehicles involved

You’re the first person to arrive at an incident where people are badly injured. What’s the first thing you should do?

Switch on your own hazard warning lights
Contact the local radio station to tell them about the incident
Try and get people who are injured to drink something
Move the people who are injured clear of their vehicles

At the scene of an incident, an injured person is lying in a busy road. What’s the first thing you should do to help?

Treat the person for shock
Warn other traffic
Place them in the recovery position
Make sure the injured person is kept warm

You’re waiting for the emergency services to arrive at the scene of an incident. A pedestrian’s leg is bleeding heavily, but there’s nothing embedded in the wound. What should you do to help?

Apply firm pressure to the wound
Dab the wound to stop the bleeding
Keep both legs flat on the ground
Wrap an ice pack near the wound

You’re stopped by a police officer for a suspected motoring offence. Which document will you be asked to produce?

Your driving licence
Your vehicle registration document
Your vehicle's MOT certificate
Your theory test certificate

What should you do if you notice that two wheel nuts are missing from one of the wheels on your vehicle?

Continue your journey
Drive to the nearest tyre depot
Use a nut from another wheel
Park and phone for assistance

You’re checking your vehicle’s tyres before starting a long motorway journey. What check should be made on each tyre?

Air pressure
Tracking
Valve clearance
Tyre profile

You’re at the scene of a traffic incident. What are the symptoms of someone suffering from shock?

Rapid pulse and sweating
Flushed complexion and deep breathing
Slow pulse and dry skin
Muscle spasms and an itchy rash

You’re at the scene of a collision. People are injured. What should be done when the risk of further collisions has been dealt with?

Pull people who are hurt out of their vehicles
Clear a parking area for the emergency services
Make sure the emergency services have been called
Get the casualties to drink something sweet

When should you check the wheel nuts on your vehicle?

Before any journey
Only before long trips
Every 1000 miles (1600 km)
Annually

You’re uncoupling a trailer. What must you do before disconnecting any of the air lines?

Drain the air tanks
Apply the trailer parking brake
Lower the landing gear
Disconnect the electrical line

What could happen if you overfill your engine with oil?

The handling may improve
Exhaust emissions could be reduced
Some gaskets might be damaged
You could wait longer before the next service

Where should you park your vehicle before checking the engine oil level?

On sloping ground
On a steep gradient
On flat ground
On a downhill slope

Why should your engine oil be changed at the recommended intervals?

To reduce friction and wear
For better steering control
To prevent oil leaks
To improve clutch wear

You’ve had to change a wheel on your vehicle. When should the wheel nuts be checked again?

At the next service interval
When they're cold
When they're hot
Shortly afterwards

What should you do before changing a wheel on your vehicle?

Leave the parking brake off
Use wheel chocks if available
Dismantle the wheel and tyre
Get someone to check the other tyres

What will happen if you follow a regular vehicle maintenance schedule?

It will reduce breakdowns
It will increase fuel bills
It will allow heavier loads to be carried
It will reduce insurance premiums

What do the codes shown on the side walls of lorry tyres refer to?

Tread pattern
Minimum temperature
Maximum load
Running pressure

What does it mean if the ignition warning light comes on while you’re driving?

The oil pressure is low
There's an electrical fault
The air pressure is low
There's a hydraulic fault

What does this warning light on the instrument panel mean?

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Low fuel pressure
Low oil pressure
Low water pressure
Low air pressure

When should anti-freeze be used in the cooling system?

In winter only
All year round
In summer only
When starting from cold

When should you check the oil level in your engine?

When the engine is running
When the engine is cold
When the engine is warm
When the engine is hot

What’s it advisable to do when you replace a tubeless tyre?

Fit the same valve
Replace the valve
Have the valve checked
Clean the valve

Why should you use an approved coolant solution in your engine’s cooling system?

To protect the coolant from freezing
For easier starting from cold
To prevent the air tank from freezing
For effective cab heating

Why is it important to avoid overfilling the engine with oil?

It could leave an oil stain on the road
It will increase the amount of exhaust gases
It could increase pressure in the engine and cause damage
It will damage the exhaust system

Where does a high-pressure fuel injector deliver fuel?

Into the carburettors
Into the combustion chamber
Into the manifold
Into the crankcase

What’s the purpose of a preheating device?

To heat the cab
To heat the gearbox
To heat the combustion chambers
To heat the seat

You’ve stopped on a firm, level surface. What’s the first thing you must do before you uncouple the trailer?

Lower the trailer legs to the ground
Apply the parking brake
Release the brake air lines
Uncouple the electrical lines

What should you do if thick black smoke is coming from the exhaust of your vehicle?

Continue on to the nearest garage
Return to your depot and report the problem
Stop in a safe place and get help
Drive slowly with your hazard warning lights on

Why should you carry out a daily walk-round check before setting off?

To check your route
To check for any parking violations
To check your schedule
To check for any defects

What happens to diesel fuel when it gets hot?

It expands
It liquefies
It shrinks
It waxes

What must vehicle operators provide for their drivers?

A system for reporting vehicle defects
A daily update on all motorway hold-ups
A hands-free mobile communications system
A fuel-saving incentive scheme

When do you need to take account of your vehicle having air suspension?

When you're passing animals or horse riders
When you're travelling up a steep gradient
When you're parked close to another vehicle
When you're driving in falling snow

What should you be aware of before opening your cab door?

Vehicles passing near the door
The height of your cab from the ground
Loose grab rails near the door
People crossing the road behind you

You need to stop and get out of your vehicle. When should you use the parking brake?

After the service brake has been released
Only if you park on a gradient
Whenever you leave the vehicle
After the air pressure has dropped

What should you try to do when you lift a heavy box or suitcase?

Lift and twist together
Look down all the time
Lean sideways and lift
Look ahead when the load is secure

You’ve parked on the roadside. What must you do before leaving the vehicle?

Reset the retarder
Stop the engine
Switch off the tachograph
Remove your personal items

What’s the best way to lift a heavy object?

Twist your back while lifting
Have a stable position
Hold the load at arm’s length
Lift the load as quickly as possible

When should you use your mirrors?

As you signal
To check the blind spot
Occasionally
Before opening your door

What must you do before you leave your vehicle?

Empty the air tanks
Adjust your mirrors
Apply the parking brake
Check that the warning lights are working

What should you do before leaving your vehicle parked on a public road?

Remove your tachograph chart
Switch off the engine
Adjust the mirrors
Put the gear lever into reverse

The MSM routine should be used when you negotiate a hazard. What do the initials MSM stand for?

Mirrors, signal, manoeuvre
Manoeuvre, speed, mirrors
Mirrors, speed, manoeuvre
Manoeuvre, signal, mirrors

When may an audible warning device for reversing be used in areas with a 30 mph speed limit?

Between 7.00 am and 11.30 pm
Between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am
During daylight hours only
At any time of the day or night

What will happen if you drive too close to the vehicle in front?

Your view ahead will be reduced
Your view ahead will be increased
Your view of following drivers will be increased
Your view of following drivers will be reduced

Why might it be difficult to see motorcyclists at junctions?

They always ride in the gutter
They can be hidden in blind spots
They wear bright clothing
They ride with their headlights on

Why should you check your right-hand mirror just before turning right from a main road into a side road?

There may be pedestrians stepping off the kerb
You need to check your position
Someone may be overtaking you
Your rear view to the left is blocked

What should you check just before you turn left?

The left-hand mirror
The interior mirror
The right-hand mirror
The overtaking mirror

You’re driving a long vehicle. What should you be especially careful of before turning left onto a main road?

Pedestrians on the opposite kerb
Cyclists on your left
Solid white lines in the centre of the road
Vehicles directly behind you

You want to turn right at a roundabout marked with two right-turn lanes. What should you do if there’s ample room for your vehicle in either lane?

Use the right-hand of the two lanes
Use the left-hand of the two lanes
Use the left-hand lane, then move to the right as you enter the roundabout
Use the right-hand lane, then move to the left as you enter the roundabout

Your vehicle is fitted with a reverse warning bleeper. How will this affect you when you’re reversing?

You'll be able to reverse more accurately
You'll only need to use the offside mirror
You'll need to take all-round observation
You'll only need to use the nearside mirror

What does ‘blind spot’ mean?

An area of road covered by your right-hand mirror
An area of road covered by your left-hand mirror
An area of road that can't be seen, even with mirrors
An area of road that isn't lit by your headlights

You’re driving a large vehicle. How does its size and design affect the blind spots?

It will have fewer blind spots than smaller vehicles
It will have more blind spots than smaller vehicles
It will have the same blind spots as other vehicles
It will have no blind spots whatsoever

You’re turning right at a T-junction. What should you do when your view to the right and left is blocked by parked vehicles?

Lean forward to get a better view without crossing the 'give way' lines
Edge out until you're about 1 metre (3 feet 3 inches) over the 'give way' lines
Ease forward until you can see clearly in all directions
Ask a passenger to assist by waving you out when it's clear

What must you do before you start reversing?

Remove your seat belt
Look all around
Use an audible warning device
Change the tachograph mode

You’re reversing your vehicle. What should you do while the audible warning device is operating?

Rely on a clear path behind
Expect others to be aware of your course
Be cautious and keep looking all around
Concentrate solely on your blind areas

What should you do before moving off?

Extend your right arm out of the window
Just use the offside mirror and move away quickly
Signal right with indicator and arm together
Use your mirrors and look behind

When would you need to check your nearside mirror?

As a final check before turning right
After passing cars parked on the left
Before moving into the lane on your right
When getting out of your cab on the driver's side

What’s the first thing you should check before moving to the right?

The nearside mirror
Behind, over your left shoulder
Behind, over your right shoulder
The offside mirror

Many modern vehicles are fitted with an additional nearside mirror. What does this help the driver to see?

The front wheel in relation to the kerb
The exhaust to check for emissions
The rear of the vehicle when reversing
The distance of the following vehicle

What must you do to ensure good all-round vision when driving?

Keep your windows open
Have a sun visor fitted
Adjust your seat properly
Keep your lights clean

You’ll need to take 35 hours of training to maintain your Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC). Over what period must this be carried out?

One year
Three years
Five years
Ten years

Every five years, you must complete further training to keep your Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC). How many hours of training must you complete over those five years?

25 hours
30 hours
35 hours
40 hours

You’re applying for an LGV or PCV licence for the first time. What will your medical examination include?

An eyesight test
A numeracy test
A hygiene test
A literacy test

What would be affected by a vehicle with faulty suspension?

Overhead gantries
Road surfaces
Tyre pressures
Engine performance

What makes the pictured vehicle environmentally friendly?

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It uses solar power
It uses diesel fuel
It uses electricity
It uses unleaded fuel

Which vehicles are most likely to cause severe damage to road surfaces?

Lorries
Cars
Motorcycles
Bicycles

What does air suspension help to protect?

The fuel system
Tachograph accuracy
Engine emissions
Underground services

How can you help to reduce the impact of road transport on the environment?

By avoiding high gears
By reducing rest periods
By braking in good time
By increasing your overall speed

You’re driving in a built-up area between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am. For what reason can you sound the vehicle’s horn?

To greet a friend
To get another driver to move out of your way
To let another road user know you're giving way
To warn another road user who poses a danger

What should you do if you’ve lost the filler cap for your diesel tank?

Get a replacement before driving
Push a rag into the filler pipe
Drive slowly back to your depot
Only fill the tank half-full

Before starting a journey, it’s wise to plan ahead. What would you do to help plan your route?

Look at a map
Contact your local garage
Look in your vehicle service record
Check your vehicle registration document

Where can you get help to plan your route before starting a journey?

Your local filling station
A motoring organisation
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Your vehicle manufacturer

How can you plan your route before starting a long journey?

Check your vehicle’s workshop manual
Ask your local garage
Use a route planner on the internet
Consult your travel agents

How can you plan your route before setting out?

Look in a motoring magazine
Only visit places you know
Try to travel at busy times
Print or write down the route

Why is it a good idea to plan your journey to avoid travelling at busy times?

Your vehicle will use more fuel
There'll be fewer roadworks
It will help to ease congestion
You'll travel a much shorter distance

Planning your route before starting a journey is a good idea. Why should you also plan an alternative route?

Your original route may be blocked
Your maps may have different scales
It may be more scenic
You may get held up by a tractor

What will happen if you drive smoothly?

You'll reduce journey times by about 15%
You'll increase fuel consumption by about 15%
You'll reduce fuel consumption by about 15%
You'll increase journey times by about 15%

Which driving technique can save you fuel?

Using lower gears as often as possible
Accelerating sharply in each gear
Using each gear in turn
Missing out some gears

Usually, a rev counter is divided into coloured bands. Which band should you stay in for maximum fuel economy?

Blue
Green
Amber
Red

What would be the most likely effect of driving with the rev counter in the red band?

You would have optimum fuel economy
You would improve engine efficiency
You would damage the engine
You would create a false tachograph reading

Why do energy-saving tyres contribute to better fuel economy?

They have a reduced rolling resistance
They're much easier to manufacture
They allow you to travel at higher speeds
They allow heat to disperse more quickly

What benefit is expected to come from having a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC) qualification?

A reduction in fuel consumption
An exemption from tachograph regulations
A reduction in vehicle tax
An exemption from all congestion charges

You’ve been stopped at a roadside check.
What would staff from the environmental health department be checking?

Licence entitlement
Exhaust emissions
Tachograph changes
Illegal immigrants

Your vehicle is fitted with an engine management system. What will happen if you press the accelerator when you’re starting the engine?

An excessive amount of fuel will be used
There'll be an excessive build-up of air pressure
Exhaust emissions will be reduced
Oil consumption will be reduced

What can be expected after drivers complete a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC)?

Increased vehicle breakdowns
Increased fuel consumption
Reduced traffic volume
Reduced engine emissions

What’s likely to happen if you avoid travelling during peak times?

You're more likely to be held up
Your journey time is likely to be longer
You'll travel a much shorter distance
You're less likely to be delayed

Spilled diesel makes the road very slippery. Which vehicles will be most at risk from this hazard?

Motorcycles
Tractors
Buses
Lorries

What helps you to become an ecosafe driver?

Being aware of hazards
Avoiding block changing
Accelerating rapidly
Using air conditioning

What does this sign mean?

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No route for pedestrians and cyclists
A route for pedestrians only
A route for cyclists only
A route for pedestrians and cyclists

What should you do if you see two elderly pedestrians about to cross the road ahead?

Expect them to wait for you to pass
Speed up to get past them quickly
Stop and wave them across the road
Be careful; they might misjudge your speed

You’re approaching this roundabout and see the cyclist signal right. Why is the cyclist keeping to the left?

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It's a quicker route
They're going to turn left instead
The Highway Code doesn't apply to cyclists
They may use the left-hand lane to turn right

You’re waiting to come out of a side road. Why should you look carefully for motorcycles?

Motorcycles are usually faster than cars
Police patrols often use motorcycles
Motorcycles are small and hard to see
Motorcycles have right of way

Why do motorcyclists use dipped headlights in the daytime?

To make themselves more easily seen
To stop the battery overcharging
To improve their vision
To scare wildlife off the road

Why are motorcyclists advised to wear bright clothing?

They must do so by law
It helps to keep them cool in summer
The colours are popular
To help other road users to see them

What action would you take when elderly people are crossing the road?

Wave them across so they know that you've seen them
Be patient and allow them to cross in their own time
Rev the engine to let them know that you're waiting
Tap the horn in case they're hard of hearing

Why do motorcyclists often look over their right shoulder just before turning right?

They need to listen for following traffic
Motorcycles don't have mirrors
Looking around helps them balance as they turn
They need to check for traffic in their blind area

You’re approaching a roundabout. What should you do if there are horses being ridden ahead of you?

Give them plenty of room
Stop and wait for them to get off the road
Sound your horn as a warning
Accelerate past as quickly as possible

What action should you take if there are flashing amber lights under a school warning sign?

Reduce speed until you're clear of the area
Keep up your speed and sound the horn
Increase your speed to clear the area quickly
Wait at the lights until they change to green

What should you do when you’re approaching this zebra crossing?

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Prepare to slow down and stop
Stop and wave the pedestrians across
Speed up and pass by quickly
Drive on unless the pedestrians step out

Why must these road markings be kept clear?

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To allow schoolchildren to be dropped off
To allow teachers to park
To allow schoolchildren to be picked up
To allow an unobstructed view of the area

Why mustn’t you stop on these road markings?

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It would obstruct everyone's view of the area
It would obstruct teachers’ access to the school
It would obstruct delivery vehicles’ access to the school
It would obstruct emergency vehicles’ access to the school

You’re following two cyclists as they approach a roundabout in the left-hand lane. In which direction should you expect them to go?

Left
Right
Any direction
Straight ahead

You’re approaching a roundabout. What should you do if you see a cyclist signalling to turn right?

Overtake on the right
Give a warning with your horn
Signal the cyclist to move across
Give the cyclist plenty of room

Where would you see this sign?
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In the window of a car taking children to school
At the side of the road
At playground areas
On the rear of a school bus or coach

What happens at toucan crossings?

You only stop when a pedestrian is waiting
Cyclists aren't permitted
There's a continuously flashing amber beacon
Pedestrians and cyclists may cross

Why is a toucan crossing different from other crossings?

Moped riders can use it
It's controlled by a traffic warden
It's controlled by two flashing lights
Cyclists can use it

You’re travelling behind a moped. What should you do if you want to turn left a short distance ahead?

Overtake the moped before the junction
Pull alongside the moped and stay level until just before the junction
Sound your horn as a warning and turn in front of the moped
Stay behind until the moped has passed the junction

You see a horse rider as you approach a roundabout. What should you do if they’re signalling right but keeping well to the left?

Proceed as normal
Keep close to them
Cut in front of them
Stay well back

Which road users are more vulnerable at road junctions?

Cyclists
Car drivers
Lorry drivers
Taxi drivers

There’s a slow-moving motorcyclist ahead of you. What should you do if you’re unsure what the rider is going to do?

Pass on the left
Pass on the right
Stay behind
Move closer

How will a school crossing patrol signal you to stop?

By pointing to children on the opposite pavement
By displaying a red light
By displaying a ‘stop’ sign
By giving you an arm signal

When are motorcyclists particularly vulnerable?

Near zebra crossings
In gusting winds
When leaving motorways
At traffic lights

Which of these is the main cause of collisions involving motorcycles?

Other drivers
Other motorcyclists
Wet roads
Icy roads

What should you be on the lookout for before changing lanes in slow-moving queuing traffic?

Private-hire taxis
Breakdown vehicles
Filtering motorcyclists
Traffic cones

A group of horse riders comes towards you. What should you do if the leading rider’s horse becomes nervous of your presence?

Brake gently to a stop until they've passed
Brake quickly to a stop, applying the parking brake
Continue driving, keeping well to the left
Increase speed to pass the riders quickly

You’re entering a roundabout. What should you do if a cyclist in front of you is signalling to turn right?

Overtake on the right
Sound the horn
Overtake on the left
Allow plenty of room

Which road users are especially at risk at a road junction?

Motorcyclists
Lorry drivers
Car drivers
Bus drivers

Why are motorcyclists more at risk from other road users?

They're easy to see
They often break down
They can't give arm signals
They're easily overlooked

You’re emerging from a side road into a queue of traffic. Which of these vehicles is especially hard to see?

Bicycle
Tractor
Milk float
Car

You’re approaching a roundabout. You see a cyclist signal right. Why do they keep to the left?

It's a quicker route for a cyclist
They're going to turn left
It's a safer route for a cyclist
The Highway Code doesn't apply to cyclists

You’re waiting to turn left at a junction. In your mirror you can see a cyclist moving up between the kerb and the nearside of your vehicle. How should you deal with the cyclist?

Allow them to move in front of you
Move off and make them wait for you
Steer to the left to make them dismount
Tell them to move out of your way

You wish to turn left into a side road. What should you do if there’s a cyclist in front as you approach the junction?

Overtake the cyclist before the junction
Wait until the cyclist has passed the junction
Sound your horn to warn the cyclist to wait
Drive alongside and watch the cyclist in your mirrors

You’re driving on a road with an uneven surface. What should you do if you’re following a motorcyclist along this road?

Allow extra room in case the rider swerves to avoid potholes
Leave less room so the rider can see you in their mirrors
Drive close behind and get ready to overtake
Drive closely to shield the rider

You’re driving near a school in heavy traffic. What should you do when there are children walking close to the kerb on your side of the road?

Move to the other side of the road
Wave at them to move back from the kerb
Stop for a moment to see what they do
Drive slowly until you're clear of the area

You’re driving on a dual carriageway. What type of vehicle must use a flashing amber beacon on this road?

An ambulance
A fire engine
A doctor’s car on call
A mobility scooter

You’re driving towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if you see that a person in a wheelchair is waiting to cross?

Continue on your way
Wave to the person to cross
Wave to the person to wait
Be prepared to stop

You’re driving on a single carriageway road. What should you do when you see horse riders ahead?

Move into the middle of the road
Check your mirrors and prepare to slow down
Switch on your vehicle's hazard warning lights
Signal right to show you're going to pass them

You’re driving on a single carriageway road. What should you do when you see horse riders ahead?

Move into the middle of the road
Check your mirrors and prepare to slow down
Switch on your vehicle's hazard warning lights
Signal right to show you're going to pass them

What does this sign mean?

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Bus station on the right
Contraflow bus lane
With-flow bus lane
Give way to buses

Which sign means that pedestrians may be walking along the road?

What does this sign mean?

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Side wind
Road noise
Airport
Adverse camber

Which hazard would be shown in a triangular road sign?

Road narrows
One-way street
Bus lane
Minimum speed

What does this traffic sign mean?

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Slippery road ahead
Tyres liable to puncture ahead
Danger ahead
Service area ahead

What should you do if you see this sign when you’re about to overtake?

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Overtake the other driver as quickly as possible
Move to the right to get a better view
Switch your headlights on before overtaking
Hold back until you can see clearly ahead

What does this sign mean?

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Uneven road surface
Bridge over the road
Road ahead ends
Water across the road

Where would you find these flashing red lights? CD6499

At a pelican crossing
At a level crossing
At a zebra crossing
At a school crossing

You’re driving through roadworks. What information does this sign give you?

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Large vehicles must go straight ahead
Traffic is joining from the left
All traffic must leave at the next exit
The distance to the next exit

What does this sign mean?

CD6536

Stop only to pick up passengers
No stopping at any time
Stop only to set down passengers
No stopping at peak times

You see this traffic light ahead. Which light or lights will come on next?

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Red alone
Red and amber together
Green and amber together
Green alone

What does this sign mean?

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Route for trams
Give way to trams
Route for buses
Give way to buses

What does this sign mean?

CD6485

Service area 30 miles ahead
Maximum speed 30 mph
Minimum speed 30 mph
Lay-by 30 miles ahead

At a junction, you see this sign partly covered by snow. What does it mean?

CD6484

Crossroads
Give way
Stop
Turn right

You’re driving on a motorway and there’s no traffic ahead. You see this sign. Which lane should you use?

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The right-hand lane
The hard shoulder
The left-hand lane
The middle lane

Which of these signs shows an uphill gradient?

Which of these signs means ‘uneven road’

Which sign means ‘No Stopping’ ?

What does this sign mean?

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Give way to traffic from the opposite direction
You're entering a one-way street
Two-way traffic ahead
You have priority over vehicles from the opposite direction

What does this sign mean?

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End of restricted speed area
End of restricted parking area
End of clearway
End of cycle route

You’re approaching a red light at a puffin crossing. Pedestrians are on the crossing. How long will the red light stay on?

Until you start to edge forward onto the crossing
Until the pedestrians have reached a safe position
Until the pedestrians are clear of the front of your vehicle
Until a driver from the opposite direction reaches the crossing

A bus-lane sign shows no hours of operation. When is the bus lane in operation?

The bus lane isn't in operation at all
The bus lane is only in operation at peak times
The bus lane is in operation 24 hours a day
The bus lane is only in operation in daylight hours

What colour follows the green signal at a puffin crossing?

Steady red
Flashing amber
Steady amber
Flashing green

What must you do when you’re approaching a pelican crossing in its flashing amber phase?

Give way to pedestrians on the crossing
Encourage pedestrians to cross
Wait until the green light appears
Stop even if the crossing is clear

What should the hard shoulder on a motorway be used for?

As a place to stop to answer a mobile phone
As a place to stop when an emergency arises
As a place to stop for a short rest when you're tired
As a place to stop to check a road atlas

When must you stop on a motorway?

When you're tired and need to walk in the fresh air
When you're picking up hitchhikers
When you're signalled to do so by flashing red lights
When you need to answer your mobile phone

Which sign means ‘no overtaking’?

What does this motorway sign mean?

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Right-hand lane closed ahead
1 tonne weight limit ahead
Left-hand lane closed ahead
T-junction 1 mile ahead

What does this sign mean?

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No U-turns
Two-way traffic
One-way system
End of one-way system

What does this sign mean?

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Low bridge
Tunnel ahead
Accident blackspot
Speed camera

What does this sign mean?

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Rumble strips
Road humps
Uneven road
Double hump bridge

Why should you slow down when you see this sign?

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To reduce the risk of a blow-out
To avoid splashing others with water
To avoid throwing up loose chippings
To prevent grit from blocking your air filter

In which part of the United Kingdom do traffic officers operate?

England only
England, Scotland and Wales
England and Wales
England, Wales and Northern Ireland

You’re driving on a smart motorway. What’s the speed limit when the hard shoulder is being used as a running lane?

The speed limits displayed are advisory
The national speed limit applies
The set speed limit is displayed
The speed limit is always 30 mph

What’s the purpose of an emergency refuge area on a smart motorway?

It's for use in case of emergency or breakdown
It's for use if you think you'll be involved in a road-rage incident
It's for a police patrol to park and watch traffic
It's for construction and road workers to store emergency equipment

What are traffic officers authorised to do?

Carry out enforcement duties
Issue fixed penalty notices
Test drivers suspected of drink-driving
Stop and direct anyone on a motorway

You’re on a motorway. What does it mean when a red cross is displayed above the hard shoulder?

Stop in this lane to answer your mobile phone
You may use this lane as a running lane
This lane can be used if you need a rest
You shouldn't use this lane as a running lane

You’re on a smart motorway. What does it mean when a mandatory speed limit is displayed above the hard shoulder?

You shouldn't use the hard shoulder as a running lane
The hard shoulder can be used as a running lane
You can park on the hard shoulder if you feel tired
Large vehicles must use the hard shoulder

What’s the aim of a smart motorway?

To prevent overtaking
To reduce rest stops
To prevent tailgating
To reduce congestion

You’re on a smart motorway. What do the speed-limit signs indicate?

The speed limit on the sign is advisory
The national speed limit will always apply
The speed limit is always 30 mph
The speed limit on the sign must be obeyed

A speed limiter is fitted to a bus. Where must the speed-limiter setting be displayed?

In the driver's cab
On the nearside of the vehicle
On the rear of the vehicle
On the driver's side at the front of the vehicle

How do speed limiters normally work?

By applying the service brake
By applying the secondary brake
By reducing the fuel supplied to the engine
By changing to a lower or higher gear

What does the term ‘maximum authorised mass’ (MAM) mean?

The weight of your vehicle, with passengers but no luggage
The weight of your vehicle, without passengers or luggage
The weight of your vehicle, with luggage but no passengers
The weight of your vehicle, with both luggage and passengers

What should be your main concern as you approach this sign?

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Your vehicle's height
Your vehicle's weight
Your vehicle's width
Your vehicle's length

What does this sign mean?

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Hump bridge
Risk of grounding
Uneven road
Road liable to subsidence

Unless otherwise shown, what’s the minimum headroom under bridges in the UK?

4.0 metres (13 feet)
4.1 metres (13 feet 4 inches)
5.0 metres (16 feet 6 inches)
5.5 metres (18 feet)

The height of your vehicle is 4.2 metres
(14 feet) CD6682

What should you do as you approach this bridge?

Keep to the centre of the arch and give way to oncoming traffic
Drive through slowly, keeping to the left of the marked limits
Keep to the centre of the arch and take priority over oncoming traffic
Drive through quickly, keeping to the left of the marked limits

Your vehicle is more than 3 metres (9 feet 10 inches) high. Where is this information displayed?

On the windscreen
On the weight plate
In the driver's cab
In the engine bay

What should you consider when planning a route for your journey?

Weight restrictions
Speed cameras
One-way streets
Speed-limit changes

You’re driving a long vehicle. What should you do when you want to turn right at a painted mini-roundabout?

Make sure none of your wheels touch the roundabout
Avoid going over the roundabout if possible
Go ahead, and turn right at the next junction
Carefully mount the left-hand kerb to make more room

What’s the minimum height of an unmarked bridge?

4.5 metres (15 feet)
4.7 metres (15 feet 6 inches)
4.8 metres (16 feet)
5.0 metres (16 feet 6 inches)

What should you check when you’ve just overtaken a motorcyclist on a motorway?

Your speedometer
Your left-hand mirror
Your right-hand mirror
The road ahead

By how much can your stopping distance increase in icy weather?

Two times
Four times
Ten times
twenty times

You’re driving a large vehicle in a straight line.

When is it most stable?

During harsh acceleration
During gentle braking
During gentle acceleration
During harsh braking

You’re driving a large vehicle on a narrow road with passing places. What will you need to be most aware of?

It's length
It's roof height
It's ground clearance
It's weight

What does this sign mean?

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Warning of lorry crossing a one-way road
No entry for vehicles over 32 feet 6 inches (9.9 metres) long
No entry for vehicles over 32.6 tonnes
Warning of lorry straight ahead

At this roundabout, you want to take the fourth exit.

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What limit is in force on this road?

Height
Weight
Width
Length

In which of these places might there be a restriction on vehicles over a certain length?

On motorways
In road tunnels
On dual carriageways
At freight terminals

You’re driving on a motorway and you see this sign.

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What does it mean?

End of restriction
End of crawler lane
End of weight limit
End of hard shoulder

What does this sign mean?

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The width of the road is 6 feet 6 inches (2 metres)
No vehicles over 6 feet 6 inches (2 metres) wide
No vehicles over 6 feet 6 inches (2 metres) high
Trailer length must not exceed 6 feet 6 inches (2 metres)

How will anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s safety?

They allow you to follow other vehicles more closely
They help you keep steering control while braking heavily
They let you drive faster on wet roads
They enable you to brake later than normal

What could prevent air pressure from building up in an air-brake system in frosty weather?

Moisture in the air may form bubbles in the brake fluid
The air will contract, reducing the pressure
The dampness may cause valves to rust
Moisture drawn in with the air may freeze and cause a blockage

What should you do if the brake air-pressure warning light comes on while you’re driving?

Stop and get help without delay
Report the fault when you return to your depot
Build up the pressure by accelerating
Drain the air tanks and continue normally

You’ve just started the engine. What must you do if the brake air-pressure warning light is showing?

Report it as a fault
Keep the parking brake on
Switch your engine off
Engage the clutch

Your vehicle is fitted with an anti-lock braking system. When should you check that it’s working properly?

Before each service
At the start of each working day
At the start of each working week
Before every journey

What will ‘pumping’ the brake pedal in a vehicle fitted with anti-lock brakes cause?

Increased effectiveness
Reduced effectiveness
Reduced brake wear
Increased brake wear

You’re driving a vehicle fitted with anti-lock brakes. What should you do when braking in an emergency

‘Pump’ the brake pedal harshly
Apply minimum force to the brake pedal
Use the exhaust brake (retarder) before the footbrake
Apply firm, continuous pressure to the brake pedal

What’s ‘brake fade’?

Reduction of air pressure
Smooth progressive braking
Reduction of braking effectiveness
Low hydraulic brake fluid level

‘Brake fade’ is a loss of effectiveness of the brakes when they overheat. When would ‘brake fade’ be most likely to happen?

On a long journey
On a downhill gradient
On the approach to hazards
On a long uphill gradient

What should you do when driving a large vehicle down a steep hill?

Partly apply the parking brake
Select the vehicle’s highest gear
Use the endurance brake
Put the gear lever into neutral

What should anti-lock brakes let you do when you have to stop in an emergency?

Brake more gently
Brake much later
Maintain steering control
Stop over a longer distance

Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. How does this affect you when you’re braking normally?

There’s no need to alter the way you brake
You’ll be able to brake much later
You’ll need to brake more firmly
There’s no need to brake so early

When would you use an escape lane?

When motorways merge
When carrying a dangerous cargo
When your brakes have failed
When emergency repairs are needed

Where would you see an escape lane?

Outside a fire station
Alongside a bus lane
Before a motorway exit
Down a steep hill

Your vehicle is fitted with an anti-lock braking system. What’s it designed to allow you to do?

Drive at faster speeds
Brake much later than normal
Apply the brakes more quickly
Stop safely in an emergency

What’s an advantage of progressive braking?

Improved passenger safety and comfort
Increased air-brake pressure
Avoidance of ‘brake fade’
Longer rest periods

Under EU rules, a driver must take regular breaks from driving. What maximum period of continuous driving is allowed?

3 hours
4 hours
4.5 hours
5.5 hours

You’ve been driving non-stop since 5.00 am. The time is now 9.30 am. Under EU rules, what length of break must you take?

At least 15 minutes
At least 30 minutes
At least 45 minutes
At least 60 minutes

Under EU rules, what’s the maximum daily driving time allowed?

9 hours, extended to 11 hours on three days of the week
10 hours, extended to 11 hours on two days of the week
9 hours, extended to 10 hours on two days of the week
10 hours, extended to 11 hours on three days of the week

Under EU rules, your minimum daily rest is 11 hours. On three days of the week this may be reduced to what length of time?

7 hours
8 hours
9 hours
10 hours

Under EU rules, your daily rest can be reduced to 9 hours. For how many days per week is this allowed?

One day
Two days
Three days
Four days

Under EU rules, how long should your normal daily rest period be?

8 hours
11 hours
13 hours
14 hours

Under EU rules, what’s the normal weekly rest period that must be taken?

40 hours
41 hours
42 hours
45 hours

A vehicle fitted with an analogue tachograph has two drivers. How should they use the tachograph?

Share the same tachograph chart
Use a separate tachograph chart for every driving period
Use their own tachograph chart
Not use the tachograph for such duties

You’re making a journey with a co-driver. When the other person is driving, how should you show this time?

As a daily rest period
As a weekly rest period
As a break in daily driving
As driving time

Which symbol on your tachograph shows your break/rest period?

What does a tachograph record?

Load weight
Fuel consumption
Driving time
Engine temperature

What does this tachograph symbol mean?

driving

Driver at rest
Chart not required
Other work
Driving

What is the ‘mode’ switch on a tachograph used to record?

Who's driving
Weekly rest periods
Illness
Other work

At the end of your working week, you’ve driven a total of 56 hours. Under EU rules, what’s the maximum number of hours you can drive in the following week?

34
36
38
40

Your vehicle is fitted with an analogue tachograph. What should you do if you need to exceed the normal drivers’ hours due to an emergency?

Continue using the same tachograph chart and write an explanation on the back
Remove the tachograph chart and make a manual record of the rest of the journey
Continue using the same tachograph chart, without any explanation or record
Remove the tachograph chart and tell your employer the reason

What’s most likely to cause tiredness?

Making frequent and regular stops
Taking driving breaks on board the vehicle
Having insufficient breaks from driving
Using vehicles with automatic gearboxes

You’re driving a bus carrying passengers at night. Why should you always switch on the interior lights?

It will help you see the road ahead
So that passengers can see to move around
It will help passengers to see outside
So that you can see your controls

Which passengers should you especially watch for as you move off?

Those smoking in the lower saloon
Those standing in the upper saloon
Those avoiding paying the correct fare
Those attempting to board the bus

What could you do to help a passenger who has difficulty walking?

Drive quickly, so that the passenger has a shorter journey
Wait until the passenger has sat down before moving away
Make sure the passenger has a window seat
Suggest that the passenger stands near the door

You’re the driver of a bus displaying reflective yellow school-bus signs. When are you allowed to use hazard warning lights?

When parked to take a rest period
When children are boarding the bus
When slowing down to approach a bus stop
When slowing down to find a parking space

You’re parking your coach at a coastal resort. What should you do if your passengers will still have access to the vehicle?

Ask the passengers to take all of their belongings
Park with the gear lever in neutral
Ensure the storage lockers are left open
Leave a responsible person on the coach

What should you be especially aware of while you’re driving a double-deck bus on a road with a steep camber?

Lampposts
Parking meters
Parked cars
Litter bins

What’s the likely weight difference between an empty bus and a bus with 75 passengers on board?

5 tonnes
10 tonnes
15 tonnes
20 tonnes

It’s important to be able to work out the weight difference between a full bus and an empty one. How many passengers will add about 1 tonne to the vehicle’s overall weight?

8
15
25
30

You’re driving a bus in hot weather. Can the passenger door be left open to let in fresh air?

Yes, this is normal practice
No, unless all passengers are seated
Yes, unless carrying schoolchildren
No, this isn't allowed

How would your bus benefit from an air suspension system?

Fuel consumption will be reduced
Passenger comfort will be increased
It will allow you to drive faster
Your brakes will be more effective

A disabled person is getting on your bus. What should you do if they’re having problems, but say they can manage?

Be prepared to move off
Smile and offer to help them
Ask them politely to hurry up
Do nothing; you can’t leave your seat

When may the built-in TV and video equipment be used on a coach?

When the coach is moving slowly
When it can't be seen by the driver
During long motorway journeys
During a coach tour

What must be fitted to new buses, to benefit people with disabilities?

Internal mirror
Radio telephone
Automatic transmission
Priority seating

Who should benefit from priority seating?

Those with heavy luggage
Those with a weekly pass
Those who get on first
Those with disabilities

A passenger using a wheelchair wants to get on your bus. When may you need to deny them access?

When the wheelchair won't fit in the luggage rack
When the boarding device has failed to work
When the passenger must remain in a wheelchair
When the heater on the vehicle isn't working

Your bus is accessible to wheelchair users. In what situation can you refuse to allow them access?

When the designated space is occupied
When you're running behind schedule
When traffic behind you will be held up
When you're shortly due to take a break

You’re driving a school bus carrying children. When can you make physical contact with a passenger?

In a medical emergency
To prevent fare dodging
When carrying luggage
When fastening seat belts

What should you wear when making a walk-round check of your coach?

Ear protectors
Protective goggles
High-visibility vest
Face mask

You’re about to drive on a route where you’ll be picking up wheelchair users. What must be checked before leaving the depot?

The boarding device
The radio
The door seals
The heater

When can you refuse access to a wheelchair user?

When the lift has stopped working
When the wheelchair won't fold up
When the heater has stopped working
When the wheelchair is too heavy to lift manually

Some coaches have a mirror on their nearside, angled down to show the front nearside wheel. When should this extra mirror be used?

When you're pulling in after overtaking
When you're pulling in to park at the kerb
Before you pass parked cars
Before you change lanes on a motorway

What must you be aware of when you’re driving a bus with a high driving position?

The blind area close in front
Passengers will have to look up to you
Your judgement of speed will be impaired
The lack of headroom in the cab

When can a bus driver use hazard warning lights?

When children are getting off a school bus
To thank a driver who has given way
When stopping at a pedestrian crossing
When parking a bus on yellow lines

You’ll be waiting at a terminus for some time. How can you reduce pollution?

By revving your engine
By switching off your engine
By leaving your engine on tick-over
By keeping your engine at high revs

You’re waiting for some time in a stationary traffic queue. Why should you switch off your engine?

To keep your passengers cool
To save on vehicle air pressure
To reduce exhaust emissions
To reduce radio interference

You’ve been waiting in a traffic queue for several minutes. What should you do if it’s clear that you won’t be moving soon?

Keep your engine at tick-over speed
Rev your engine occasionally
Switch off your engine
Run the engine at a constant higher speed

Your bus has stopped at the scene of an incident. Why should you consider moving your passengers to the front of the bus?

To improve weight distribution
To reduce the risk of injury from a rear-end collision
To be closer to emergency exits
To be witnesses to the incident
If there's a risk that another vehicle could run into the back of your bus, you should move your passengers forward to a safer position.

What does this sign mean?

Buses only
Bus lane
No buses
Bus stop

When are you allowed to drive a bus without wearing the seat belt?

When the seat belt is uncomfortable
When it's a lap-only type of seat belt
When you're reversing the vehicle
When your passengers are children

How is a strong wind likely to affect your bus?

Steering will be easier
Your stopping distances will be reduced
Your stopping distances will be greater
Steering will be more difficult

What will affect a double-deck bus more than a single-deck bus?

Strong wind
Heavy rain
Thick fog
Dense spray

You’re driving a bus on a windy day. What should you do when you’re overtaking a motorcyclist?

Pass close to shield them from the wind
Move back early to protect them from buffeting
Pass wide in case they're blown off course
Signal left so they know you're pulling in

In which type of weather is spray-suppression equipment particularly useful?

Rain
Ice
Fog
Wind

You’re driving a long bus. When would you need to straddle lanes?

Only when joining a bus lane
On all bends and corners
On the approach to all roundabouts
To avoid mounting the kerb

While driving through a tunnel, your coach catches fire. What should you do if the vehicle can’t be driven any further?

Move the passengers to the rear of the coach
Get the passengers off and keep them together
Make sure the passengers stay in their seats
Move the passengers to the front of the coach

What must bus and coach drivers do when they park their vehicle on the road at night?

They must park under street lights
They must park within 25 metres (82 feet) of a street light
They must leave all the interior lights switched on
They must leave their parking lights switched on

You’re driving a bus at night on a road without street lighting. Why could it be dangerous to overtake?

There may be unseen dips or bends in the road
You may dazzle other drivers
It's harder to concentrate
It's harder to keep control in the dark

Why do some buses have marker lights along their sides?

To make them easier to overtake
To help the driver when reversing
To help any passengers getting on or off
To make them easier to see at junctions

What should your passengers do with their belongings when you arrive at your destination?

Place them on luggage racks
Take everything with them
Place them on the seats
Leave them with you

The bus you’re driving is fitted with automatic transmission. When would you use kickdown?

When stopping in an emergency
When changing to a higher gear
When driving at slow speed
When needing brisk acceleration

Your coach is fully laden. What’s the most likely reason for the steering feeling heavy?

An icy road
A burst rear tyre
Faulty power steering
Too many passengers

Why are frequent tyre checks advisable on a tri-axle double-deck vehicle?

These tyres are more likely to deflate
Punctures can be difficult to detect
Blow-outs are more common on these vehicles
Tyre pressures are difficult to maintain

When should the driver of a coach wear gloves?

To load and stow passengers' luggage
To operate a lift for disabled passengers
To handle the fares
To top up the oil or water levels

You’re driving a six-wheeled double-deck bus. What do you need to know about punctures on the rear tyres?

They're much easier to detect
They're more likely to happen
They're more difficult to detect
They're less likely to happen

Your bus breaks down on the motorway. What should you do if it isn’t feasible to remove your passengers from the vehicle?

Move passengers to the rear of the bus
Move passengers to the front of the bus
Move passengers to the middle of the bus
Tell passengers to stay in the same seats

You hold a full category D licence. What entitlement does this give you for towing?

You can't tow a trailer at all
You can tow a trailer not exceeding 750 kg
You can tow a trailer of any weight
You can't tow a trailer with more than one axle

When are bus operators required to use tachographs for regular journeys?

When the journey is more than 10 km
When the journey is more than 20 km
When the journey is more than 50 km
When the journey is more than 80 km

You intend to drive a midibus for hire or reward. It has more than 16 passenger seats. What’s the minimum licence entitlement you need?

C
C1
D
D1

Which licence category do you need to drive a bus with 25 passenger seats?

D
D1
D+E
D1+E

You’re driving a bus. Where should you be aware of the risk of grounding?

On a hump bridge
In a crawler lane
On a left-hand bend
In a narrow street

What should you wear while unloading luggage from your coach?

High-visibility vest
Heatproof gloves
Safety goggles
Ear protectors

Your bus catches fire in a tunnel and can’t be driven any further. What should you do when you’ve stopped safely at the side of the road?

Move your passengers to the nearest tunnel exit
Use the extinguisher to put out the fire
Keep your passengers together in front of the vehicle
Stand behind your vehicle and warn other drivers

Which authority has the power to impose conditions on a passenger-carrying vehicle (PCV) operator’s licence?

The Traffic Commissioner
DVLA
DVSA
Highways England

What should you do if a car driver makes a mistake that causes you to brake?

Keep calm and don't retaliate
Overtake and sound your horn
Drive close behind and sound your horn
Flag the driver down and explain the mistake

What should you do if you’re upset by another driver’s behaviour?

Stop and take a break
Shout abusive language
Gesture to them with your hand
Follow them, flashing your headlights

What should you do if another driver does something that upsets you?

Stay calm and don't retaliate
Let them know how you feel
Flash your headlights several times
Sound your horn

You’re driving in fast-moving traffic along a motorway.

What should you do if there’s a stationary queue of traffic ahead?

Move to the hard shoulder
Change lanes
Switch on your rear fog lights
Switch on your hazard warning lights

You want to turn left at a junction. What affects the position you take up as you approach the junction?

The length of your vehicle
The axle weight of your vehicle
The camber of the road
The type of road surface

What can you do to help maintain concentration while you’re driving?

Eat sugary snacks when on duty
Have regular meals and rest breaks
Don't eat at all when on duty
Avoid meals containing bread

What’s the best type of fluid to drink during work time?

Bottled water
Sugary canned drinks
High-caffeine drinks
Hot chocolate

What should you do to help your concentration when you have to drive through the night?

Eat lots of snacks while you're driving
Eat a big meal in the middle of your shift
Eat a meal at the beginning of your shift
Eat nothing during your period of work

When is there a particular risk of sleep-related incidents?

Between 2 am and 7 am
Between 11 pm and 2 am
Between 6 pm and 11 pm
Between 7 am and 2 pm

Approximately what percentage of sleep-related vehicle incidents (SRVIs) involve commercial vehicles?

40%
55%
70%
95%

Poor eating habits can increase your risk of long-term health problems. What may result from a poor diet?

Deafness
Epilepsy
Lung disease
Heart disease

What should you do when you’ve been driving for a long time and are fighting sleep?

Stop and rest
Open a window
Play loud music
Stretch your arms

You’re driving on a dual carriageway. When would you use the nearside mirror?

To check that the driver’s door is closed properly
After overtaking, to see whether it's safe to return to the left
To see whether any passengers want the next bus stop
To look for following traffic moving out to overtake

What’s a buffer lane?

A safety lane for vehicles blown off course
A lane for overtaking safely
A lane to park in until the wind drops
The only lane to be used in high winds

Where would you expect to find buffer lanes?

In built-up areas
On high-level bridges
On country roads
In roadworks

When is a buffer lane most likely to be in use?

When it's windy
When it's raining
When it's foggy
When it's icy

What’s the best way to control your vehicle when driving on snow?

Keep the engine revs high and spin the wheels
Drive in your vehicle's lowest gear
Keep the engine revs high and slip the clutch
Drive slowly, in a higher gear than normal

You’re driving a large vehicle in gusty conditions. Which vehicle is most likely to be affected by buffeting when you overtake it?

A motorcycle
A flat-bed lorry
A car
A loaded tanker

It’s very windy and you’re overtaking a motorcyclist on a motorway. What should you be aware of that may cause them problems?

Your exhaust smoke
Your engine noise
The buffeting effect
The tyre noise

Why should you be aware of motorcyclists on a motorway when there are gusty winds?

They may be blown into your path
They may leave at the next exit
They may suddenly stop on the hard shoulder
They may position to turn right

Which road users are most at danger from the turbulence from your vehicle?

Lorry drivers
Coach drivers
Tractor drivers
Car drivers towing caravans

Which road users are most likely to be affected by the turbulence created by large vehicles travelling at speed?

Drivers of low-loaders
Drivers towing caravans
Drivers of tankers
Drivers of emergency vehicles

You’re overtaking a motorcycle in windy conditions. Why should you check your nearside mirror?

To check your road position
To see if the rider is in control of their motorcycle
To see if other vehicles have been affected
To check that it's properly adjusted

Which vehicles are most likely to be affected by high winds?

Slow-moving vehicles
Track-laying vehicles
Front-wheel-drive vehicles
Curtain-sided vehicles

You’re driving a high-sided vehicle on a motorway. Where should you be especially aware of the effects of side wind?

In cuttings
Through tunnels
Across viaducts
Passing large signs

You’re on a motorway and the surface is still wet after rain. Why should you take care when you’re overtaking?

Wet roads may cause more buffeting
Other vehicles will have their lights on
Vehicles may be parked on the hard shoulder
The road may still be slippery

It’s raining. Why would a motorcyclist steer around drain covers on a bend?

To reduce the risk of skidding
To avoid puncturing the tyres
To improve their view around the bend
To avoid splashing pedestrians

What’s the minimum distance you should allow for braking when it’s raining heavily?

The normal distance
Twice the normal distance
Three times the normal distance
Five times the normal distance

You’re driving on a motorway. What should you do if your view ahead is restricted by heavy spray?

Move into the lane on the right
Use the two-second rule
Switch on your dipped headlights
Leave the motorway at the next exit

What’s the greatest risk to your safety when you’re overtaking on a motorway in very wet weather?

Your engine may get flooded
Your braking distance may be reduced
Your steering may become heavy
Your tyres may lose grip

What should you be aware of when you’re overtaking on a motorway while it’s raining heavily?

Manhole covers will be slippery
Visibility will be reduced by spray from traffic
Your braking distances will be reduced
There'll be distracting bright reflections

Why can visibility be worse when driving at high speed in wet weather?

Drivers bunch together when it's raining
Headlights will dazzle you more easily
Windscreen wipers obstruct your view
More spray will be thrown up

What should you do if you intend to overtake a lorry that’s throwing up spray?

Get much closer before moving out
Wait until the other driver gives a left signal
Move out earlier than normal
Wait for the lorry to slow down on a hill

You’re driving a fully laden vehicle approaching an uphill gradient. What will happen if you start to overtake?

You'll be able to get past more quickly
The weight of the load will help you go faster
You'll take longer to get past
You'll need to use a high gear

You’re on a motorway and there’s a strong side wind. Which vehicle is particularly at risk?

A motorcycle
A taxi
A sports car
A road tanker

You’re driving at a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) in good, dry conditions. What distance should you stay behind the vehicle in front?

At least 23 metres (75 feet)
At least 36 metres (118 feet)
At least 53 metres (175 feet)
At least 73 metres (240 feet)

You’re driving on a motorway after it’s been raining heavily.

What should you do if spray is being thrown up, causing poor visibility?

Keep a two-second gap
Reduce your separation distance
Remove spray-suppression equipment
Use dipped headlights

It’s raining heavily. What effect could this have when you overtake a cyclist?

Spray could affect their control
Exhaust fumes are more toxic when it's raining
Noise from your engine will be louder
Buffeting will be reduced

In which type of weather is spray-suppression equipment particularly useful?

Rain
Ice
Fog
Wind

What should you do first to help someone who’s unconscious at the scene of an incident?

Try to get them to drink water
Look for any witnesses
Take the numbers of any vehicles involved
Check that they're breathing

What must you do if you’re involved in a traffic incident?

Drive on for help
Inform the police within seven days
Stop at the scene
Drive to the nearest police station

Your vehicle is involved in an incident where someone is injured. You don’t produce your insurance certificate at the time. How soon must you report the incident to the police?

24 hours
48 hours
72 hours
Seven days

You’re at the scene of an incident. What does it mean if there’s a plain orange rectangle displayed on one of the vehicles?

It’s carrying dangerous goods
It’s carrying a first-aid kit
It’s carrying medical supplies
It’s unladen

You arrive at an incident where someone is suffering from severe burns. What should you do to help?

Douse the burns with cold water
Remove anything stuck to the burns
Burst blisters that form on the burns
Apply ointment to the burns

A vehicle has rolled over and caught fire. The driver’s hands and arms have been burned. How could you help the driver?

Douse the burns with cold water
Try to put out the fire
Remove smouldering clothing
Remove anything sticking to the burns

At an incident, a casualty has stopped breathing. What should you do to help them?

Remove any obstruction from their mouth
Tilt their head as far forward as possible
Raise their legs to help with circulation
Try to give them something to drink

You’ve had an incident while driving through a tunnel. You aren’t injured but your vehicle can’t be driven. What’s the first thing you should do in this situation?

Rely on other drivers to phone the police
Switch off the engine and switch on hazard warning lights
Take the names of witnesses and other drivers
Sweep up any debris that's in the road

While driving through a tunnel, your vehicle catches fire. What’s the first thing you should do if the vehicle can’t be driven out of the tunnel?

Wait for the police; tunnels are regularly patrolled
Stay with your vehicle; you'll be seen by the CCTV cameras
Stop at the side of the road and switch off the engine
Don't put out the fire; wait for the emergency services

You’re at the scene of an incident. What would suggest someone is suffering from shock?

A flushed complexion
Being alert
Rapid shallow breathing
Being very hungry

You arrive at the scene of an incident. How should you deal with someone who is hysterical?

Talk to them quietly and firmly
Let them wander off to calm down
Restrain them physically
Shout loudly to get their attention

What’s the first thing you should try to do if your vehicle catches fire while you’re driving through a tunnel?

Drive out of the tunnel
Stop at the side of the tunnel
Stop and put out the fire
Stop and leave the vehicle immediately

What would be illegal?

Using different makes of tyre on the same axle
Using a tyre with a recut tread
Using a tyre with a tread depth of 1.3 mm
Using a tyre with exposed ply or cord

In very cold weather, moisture can freeze in your vehicle’s air storage tanks. What can you do to help prevent this from happening?

Cover the air tanks with a blanket
Drain the tanks daily
Use the brakes frequently
Pump the brakes

What does this warning light on the instrument panel mean?

CD6295

Low oil pressure
Battery discharge
Braking-system fault
Door open

You’re driving along a motorway. What should you do if the air-pressure warning device starts to operate?

Stop immediately in the lane you're in
Continue slowly to the next service area
Stop on the hard shoulder as soon as possible
Leave the motorway at the next exit

Your vehicle has broken down at night on a two-way road. How should you try to leave the vehicle?

On the left of the road
Partly on the pavement
On a grass verge
On the right of the road

What should you do if your power-assisted steering fails suddenly?

Continue driving to the nearest repair centre
Return to the depot
Continue your journey at a slower speed
Park and get help

Your steering suddenly becomes heavy to turn. What could make this happen?

An uneven road surface
A loss of air-brake pressure
A faulty parking brake
A fault with the power-assisted steering

What should you do if the brake pedal becomes hard to press?

Continue to drive and report it at the end of the day
Pump the brake pedal continuously
Drain the air tanks and then continue
Park and phone for help

Why do air tanks on brake systems need to be drained?

To remove excess coolant
To remove rain water that's seeped into the system
To remove any oil leaks that collect here
To remove moisture drawn in from the atmosphere

You’re checking your vehicle. What should you do if you discover an air leak in the braking system?

Drive slowly to the nearest garage
Check the leak from time to time on your journey
Leave the vehicle parked and report the fault immediately
Start your journey and report the fault on your return

A loud buzzer sounds in your vehicle. What’s this most likely to indicate?

Low oil pressure
Low air pressure
Low tyre pressure
Low fuel level

Why are energy-saving tyres effective?

They have a reduced rolling resistance
They cost less to produce
They have no tread pattern
They don't puncture at high speed

Where can you get advice to help carry out minor repairs?

DVLA guidance notes
EU and UK directives
The Health and Safety Executive
The vehicle handbook

Where can you get advice about carrying out repairs to your vehicle?

Workshop manuals
DVLA guidance notes
EU and UK directives
The Health and Safety Executive

What could happen if you overfill your engine with oil?

Loss of power
Lower emissions
Better handling
Longer service intervals

What’s the purpose of the oil filter?

To prevent the engine from overheating
To give better fuel consumption
To prevent the engine from over-revving
To collect metal particles from the oil

Your vehicle suffers a tyre blow-out. How could this create a hazard for other road users?

Scattered debris
Skid marks
Suspension failure
Axle damage

Which tool is essential for fitting a road wheel?

Torque wrench
Ring spanner
Open-end spanner
Adjustable wrench

What’s the most likely reason for a diesel-engined vehicle running erratically in very cold weather?

The endurance brake engaging
The air conditioning not working
The speed limiter operating
The fuel partly solidifying

What do heated fuel lines prevent?

The cab temperature from dropping
The radiator from freezing
The windows from misting
The diesel from solidifying

What’s the first thing you should check before moving to the left?

The nearside mirror
The offside mirror
Behind, over your right shoulder
Behind, over your left shoulder

You’ll be driving your vehicle in Europe. Which of these documents must you carry?

The vehicle service record
Your medical examination form
Your national driving licence
The vehicle workshop manual

What condition could prevent you from holding a lorry licence?

Dyslexia
Partial blindness
Dermatitis
Stomach upset

You’ve been convicted of a drink-drive offence and banned from driving. Which entitlement will this ban affect?

Your entitlement to drive all motor vehicles
Your car entitlement
Your lorry entitlement
Your bus entitlement

You’re found to be two-and-a-half times over the legal drink-drive limit and are disqualified from driving. Before regaining your licence, who will you have to satisfy that you don’t have an alcohol problem?

The local hospital
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Alcoholics Anonymous
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

For how long is a Statutory Off-Road Notification (SORN) valid?

Until the vehicle is taxed, sold or scrapped
Until the vehicle is insured and MOT’d
Until the vehicle is repaired or modified
Until the vehicle is used on the road

What’s a Statutory Off-Road Notification (SORN)?

A notification to tell DVSA that a vehicle doesn't have a current MOT
Information kept by the police about the owner of the vehicle
A notification to tell DVLA that a vehicle isn't being used on the road
Information held by insurance companies to check the vehicle is insured

What’s the maximum fine for driving without insurance?

Unlimited
£500
£1000
£5000

Drivers can be fined for bringing illegal immigrants into the UK. Who else can be fined?

The vehicle repairer
The vehicle insurer
The vehicle manufacturer
The vehicle hirer

What’s the current fine for each person illegally carried into the UK?

Up to £1000
Up to £2000
Up to £3000
Up to £4000

How can vehicle operators help to prevent the carriage of illegal immigrants?

By using an effective vehicle security system
By using vehicle tracking devices
By taking out liability insurance
By having effective mobile communications

You’re returning to the UK and are about to board a ferry. An immigration officer asks to see your documentation. What must you show them immediately?

Your vehicle registration document
Your driver’s hours record
Your operator documentation
Your driving licence

A driver is convicted of bringing illegal immigrants into the UK. How is the fine calculated?

For each family group they bring in
For each court attendance they make
For each person they bring in
For each journey they made in the last year

The Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC) requires you to take training every five years. How many hours of training must you take?

30 hours
35 hours
40 hours
45 hours

Which fuel is better for the environment?

Anti-waxing diesel
Low-sulphur diesel
Red diesel
Anti-foaming diesel

What must you do after filling your fuel tanks?

Check your fuel gauge
Check your tachograph
Securely close the filler caps
Complete the fuel log sheets

You’re driving between the hours of 11.30 pm and 7.00 am. When must you switch off your vehicle’s reverse warning bleeper?

Before reversing on a road that has a 30 mph speed limit
Before reversing on a road that has a temporary speed limit
Before reversing on a road that has the national speed limit
Before reversing on a road that has a 40 mph speed limit

What will cause your fuel consumption to increase?

Continuous use of the air suspension
Continuous use of the mirrors
Continuous use of the air conditioning
Continuous use of the electrical retarder

Why are vehicles fitted with air suspension?

To reduce wear to roads
To reduce tyre wear
To improve fuel consumption
To help the driver stay awake

You’re driving in a built-up area. Your vehicle is fitted with an audible warning device that sounds when it’s reversing. When must you turn off this alarm?

Between midnight and 6.30 am
Between 11.30 pm and 6.30 am
Between 11.30 pm and 7.00 am
Between 12.30 am and 7.00 am

What are the consequences of driving your vehicle when it’s emitting excessive exhaust smoke?

Its fuel consumption will improve
Your vision ahead will be reduced
The brakes will fade more easily
You'll be breaking the law

What does ‘road-friendly’ suspension help to reduce?

Damage to level crossings
Damage to river banks
Damage to the road surface
Damage to overhead cables

How can you help to ease traffic congestion?

Plan journeys to avoid busy times
Plan journeys to avoid quiet times
Use motorways for all journeys
Avoid motorways altogether

You’ve parked for a short time in a town while you plan your route. What should you do while your vehicle is parked?

Keep the engine running on tick-over
Rev the engine occasionally to maintain air pressure
Hold the engine at a fast tick-over to maintain air pressure
Switch off the engine

What can cause unnecessary pollution to the environment?

High-level exhaust systems
Regular servicing
Weak radiator coolant
Poorly maintained vehicles

Diesel fuel has been spilled on the road. Which road users will this be a particular danger for?

Lorry drivers
Motorcyclists
Horse riders
Car drivers

What can help to maximise fuel economy?

Cruise control
Air suspension
Re-grooved tyres
Diff-lock

What will cause a noticeable increase in your vehicle’s fuel consumption?

Using electric windows
Using a manual sunroof
Using air conditioning
Using the endurance brake

What will cause a noticeable increase in your vehicle’s fuel consumption?

Using electric windows
Using a manual sunroof
Using air conditioning
Using the endurance brake

Which ancillary equipment will cause the greatest increase in fuel consumption?

Air suspension
Air brakes
Air bags
Air conditioning

You’re following a cyclist. What should you do if you wish to turn left a short distance ahead?

Overtake the cyclist before the junction
Pull alongside the cyclist and stay level until after the junction
Hold back until the cyclist has passed the junction
Go around the cyclist on the junction

A horse rider is in the left-hand lane approaching a roundabout. What should you expect the rider to do?

Go in any direction
Turn right
Turn left
Go ahead

You’re at the front of a queue of traffic waiting to turn right into a side road. Why should you check your right-hand mirror just before turning?

To look for pedestrians about to cross
To check for overtaking vehicles
To make sure the side road is clear
To check for emerging traffic

You’re driving past a line of parked cars. What should you do if you notice a ball bouncing out into the road ahead?

Continue driving at the same speed and sound your horn
Continue driving at the same speed and flash your headlights
Slow down and be prepared to stop for children
Stop and wave the children across to fetch their ball

What should you do just before turning right from a main road into a side road?

Cancel your right-turn signal
Select first gear
Check for traffic passing on your right
Stop and set the handbrake

You’re driving past a bus that’s waiting at a bus stop on the other side of the road. Why should you be careful?

The bus may have broken down
Pedestrians may come from behind the bus
The bus may move off suddenly
The bus may remain stationary

How should you overtake horse riders?

Drive up close and overtake as soon as possible
Speed isn't important but allow plenty of room
Use your horn just once to warn them
Drive slowly and leave plenty of room

Where in particular should you look out for motorcyclists?

At a filling station
At a road junction
Near a service area
When entering a car park

Which road users are more vulnerable at night in built-up areas?

Drivers of black taxi cabs
Drivers of double-deck vehicles
Cyclists
Ambulance drivers

You’re about to overtake a motorcyclist when they look around over their right shoulder. What’s the most likely reason for them doing this?

The rider intends to move to the right
Something has fallen from the machine
The drive chain is slack
The rear tyre is flat

You’re following a motorcyclist along a potholed road. How should you adjust your driving to take account of this situation?

Give them extra room
Drive alongside them
Try to pass them
Stay close behind them

Why should you allow extra room for motorcyclists when they’re riding through roadworks?

There may be a reduced speed limit
There may be temporary traffic lights
They may swerve to avoid potholes
The traffic may be in single file

Which vehicles are most at risk from spilt diesel fuel?

Motorcycles
Empty tankers
Towed vehicles
Fire engines

You’re driving in a town. What should you do when you see this sign on a stationary bus ahead?

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Accelerate quickly
Wait until it moves off
Drive past slowly
Expect the driver will be looking after the children

What should you do when you’re following a scooter on a poor road surface?

Overtake without any delay
Stay close behind until you can pass
Stay well back and allow them room
Sound your horn as you get close

At toucan crossings, pedestrians share the crossing with which other road users?

Horse riders
Cyclists
Motorcyclists
Trams

As you approach a pelican crossing, the lights change to green. What should you do if an elderly couple are halfway across?

Wave at them to cross as quickly as they can
Rev your engine to make them hurry
Flash your lights in case they haven't heard you
Wait patiently and give them time to finish crossing

What should you do when you’re following a motorcyclist on an uneven road?

Allow less room, so you can be seen in their mirrors
Overtake them immediately
Allow extra room, in case they swerve to avoid potholes
Allow the same room as you would any other road user

Why do you have to be alert for motorcyclists in queues of traffic?

They may have panniers fitted to their motorcycle
They may ride in single file
They may be filtering between the lanes
They may ride with their headlights on dipped beam

You’re driving past parked cars. What should you do if you notice a bicycle wheel sticking out between them?

Accelerate past quickly and sound your horn
Slow down and wave the cyclist across
Brake sharply and flash your headlights
Slow down and be prepared to stop for a cyclist

What do yellow zigzag lines on the road outside a school mean?

Sound your horn to alert other road users
Stop to allow children to cross
You mustn't wait or park on these lines
You mustn't drive over these lines

You’re driving on a main road. What should you do just before turning right into a side road?

Adjust your interior mirror
Flash your headlights
Steer over to the left
Check for traffic overtaking on your right

Where should you take particular care to look for motorcyclists and cyclists?

On dual carriageways
At junctions
At zebra crossings
In one-way streets

What are these advanced stop lines for?

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To allow room for pedestrians to cross the road
To allow space for large vehicles to turn
To allow cyclists to position in front of other traffic
To allow you to select where to stop

Who has priority when you’re approaching this sign?

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Larger vehicles
Oncoming traffic
Smaller vehicles
You have priority

What does this sign mean?

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Car lane only
Single file only
Queues likely
Keep your distance

What does this sign mean?

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Road flooded
Risk of punctures
Loose chippings
Uneven surface

Who must you tell when your vehicle collides with a bridge?

The police
The local authority
Your local garage
The fire service

What do bells hanging across the road warn drivers of?

Weight restriction ahead
Trams crossing ahead
Overhead electric cables ahead
Railway level crossing ahead

When can an endurance brake (retarder) be especially useful?

While driving down long hills
When driving on steep cambers
As a way to reduce gear changes
To improve fuel consumption

Which component will last longer when you use a retarder?

The brake linings
The catalytic converter
The exhaust system
The transmission

What should you do when an air-pressure warning device activates?

Continue to drive the vehicle
Drain the air tanks
Stop and have the fault put right
Pump the brake pedal repeatedly

You’re driving down a snow-covered hill. Why should you take care when using an independent endurance brake (retarder)?

Your brakes could overheat
Your speed could increase
Compressed air could escape
The drive wheels could lock

What should you avoid when using an independent endurance brake (retarder) on slippery roads?

The front wheels spinning
The drive wheels locking
Brake-pad wear
Anti-skid road surfaces

You’re about to drive an unfamiliar vehicle. What should you do if you think there may be moisture in the air-brake reservoir?

Assume the system has automatic drain valves
Find out whether you need to drain the system manually
Nothing; it’s the vehicle owner’s responsibility
Leave the engine running for a while before driving

You’re about to start a journey in very frosty weather. What’s the likely cause of low air-brake pressure?

Engine temperature too low
Weak engine anti-freeze mixture
Brake pedal needs adjustment
Frozen moisture in the storage tanks

You’re about to start a journey in very frosty weather. What’s the likely cause of low air-brake pressure?

Engine temperature too low
Weak engine anti-freeze mixture
Brake pedal needs adjustment
Frozen moisture in the storage tanks

When should an anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light turn off?

When the brakes are used for the first time
When the ABS comes into operation
When road speed is 6 mph (10 km/h) or more
When the secondary braking system is used

When should an anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light turn off?

When the brakes are used for the first time
When the ABS comes into operation
When road speed is 6 mph (10 km/h) or more
When the secondary braking system is used

What’s the most powerful brake on a bus?

Secondary brake
Anti-lock braking system
Endurance brake (retarder)
Service brake

What should you do when making a short stop, facing uphill?

Hold the vehicle on the clutch
Hold the vehicle on the footbrake
Select neutral and apply the parking brake
Apply the parking brake after stopping

What should you do when making a short stop, facing uphill?

Hold the vehicle on the clutch
Hold the vehicle on the footbrake
Select neutral and apply the parking brake
Apply the parking brake after stopping

You’re about to move off in a vehicle that has automatic transmission. What must you do before you select ‘D’ (drive)?

Put your foot on the footbrake
Signal to move off
Alter your seat position
Adjust your mirrors

You’re about to move off in a vehicle that has automatic transmission. What must you do before you select ‘D’ (drive)?

Put your foot on the footbrake
Signal to move off
Alter your seat position
Adjust your mirrors

What’s an advantage of progressive braking?

Improved passenger safety and comfort
Increased air-brake pressure
Avoidance of 'brake fade'
Longer rest periods

What should you do if you feel tired after driving for two-and-a-half hours?

Slow down to a safer speed
Reduce your planned driving time to three hours
Stop as soon as it's safe to do so
Take a less busy route

What should you do if you suddenly become tired while you’re driving on a motorway?

Stop on the hard shoulder and rest
Leave by the next exit and find a place to stop
Stop on the next slip road and rest
Stop on the verge of the motorway and rest

What should you do before entering a tunnel?

Put on your sunglasses
Check your tyre pressures
Change to a lower gear
Tune your radio to a local channel

What should you do if you start to feel tired or unable to concentrate while you’re driving?

Stop as soon as it's safe to do so
Wind down a window and carry on
Switch on the radio and complete your journey
Speed up to get to your destination sooner

Why should you look at passengers when you’re collecting fares from them?

To see if they're carrying bags
To remove the threat of violence
To be courteous and polite
To show them you're in charge

What should you do when dealing with passengers who have hearing difficulties?

Shout as loudly as you can
Ask another passenger to help them
Hurry to get them to their seats
Look at them when speaking to them

What’s the purpose of a kneeling bus?

To improve passenger comfort on bumpy roads
To help with access under low bridges
To allow the step height to be raised and lowered
To give more clearance over speed ramps

You’re at a bus stop. What should you do if passengers are standing on the open platform?

Put the chain across the platform
Ask them to hold on tight
Move off but drive more slowly
Wait until they're inside the bus

Before each journey, you should check all warning lights. What should you do if a warning light remains lit?

Report the fault when you return
Have the fault checked before setting off
Have the fault checked at the next service
Ignore it until the fault shows up

What should you do if you notice that your coach’s right rear indicator isn’t working?

Continue your journey using arm signals
Get it repaired before continuing
Get it repaired on your return to the depot
Get your passengers to their destination and then repair it

You’re driving a double-deck bus. What’s the minimum depth of tread required over three-quarters of each tyre’s width?

0.8 mm
1 mm
1.6 mm
2 mm

You’re driving a three-axle double-deck bus and have the steering turned onto full lock. What should you do to avoid rear tyre scrub?

Use the highest gear possible
Drive at a very low speed
Apply the exhaust brake (retarder)
Reduce the pressure in the rear tyres

You’re driving a three-axle double-deck bus. Why should you take extra care when using full steering lock?

Passengers might alter the angle of tilt
The power steering might fail
You may damage the air suspension
You may scrub the rear tyres

Your bus is involved in an incident. What should you do if you have a passenger who’s unconscious but still breathing?

Get medical help
Check their pulse
Give them liquid
Lie them on their back

You’re approaching a green traffic light and are going straight ahead. What should you do when the traffic ahead, beyond the junction, has stopped and is queuing?

Go forward if your vehicle will clear the junction
Drive slowly across the junction
Maintain your speed and sound your horn
Stop across the junction until the traffic clears

You’re following a car being driven slowly by a learner driver. What should you do if it isn’t safe to overtake it?

Flash your lights so the driver sees you
Be patient and stay well behind
Switch your hazard lights on
Drive along the centre line of the road

You’re being followed by a marked police car. As well as flashing the headlights, what will the police officer do to signal you to stop?

Signal with the right indicator
Signal with the left indicator
Switch on the hazard warning lights
Switch on the rear fog lights

Your vehicle is fitted with a hand-held telephone. What should you do before taking or making a call?

Find a safe place to stop
Reduce your speed to less than 30 mph
Steer your vehicle with one hand
Be very careful when dealing with junctions

A mobile telephone is fitted to your vehicle. When should it be used?

When you're stopped in a safe place
When travelling slowly
When on a motorway
When in light traffic

You approach a pelican crossing that goes straight across the road. How must you treat it if it has a central island?

As one crossing in daylight only
As one continuous crossing
As two separate crossings
As two crossings during darkness

What does the flashing amber light mean at a pelican crossing?

Stop if you can do so safely
Give way to pedestrians already on the crossing
Stop and wait for the green light
Give way to pedestrians waiting to cross

What should you do at a zebra crossing?

Rev your engine to encourage pedestrians to cross quickly
Park only on the zigzag lines on the left
Always leave the crossing clear in traffic queues
Wave pedestrians to cross if you intend to wait for them

A coach is overtaking you. What should you do when it’s safe for the coach to move back to the left?

Do nothing and let the driver decide
Switch your sidelights on and off
Flash your headlights once
Flash your headlights twice

What should you do when you’re being followed by an ambulance showing a flashing blue light?

Stop to let it pass as soon as it's safe to do so
Accelerate quickly to get away from it
Ignore it if possible, unless you're forced to let it pass
Brake harshly and immediately to a stop in the road

Should you give way to a car showing a flashing green beacon?

Yes, because it's a doctor going to an emergency
Yes, because it's a fire-crew support vehicle
No, because it's a slow-moving vehicle
No, because it's a breakdown vehicle

What type of emergency vehicle has a green flashing beacon?

Fire engine
Road gritter
Ambulance
Doctor’s car

You stop for pedestrians at a zebra crossing. What should you do if they don’t start to cross immediately?

Be patient and wait
Sound your horn
Drive on
Wave them to cross

Why could it be dangerous to wave people across at pedestrian crossings?

There may be another vehicle coming
They may be distracted
They may not see your signal
They may not be ready to cross

What must you check before setting out on a journey?

Your mirrors are tinted
Your mirrors are convex
Your mirrors are concave
Your mirrors are clean

A group of schoolchildren are standing close to the left-hand kerb. What should you do as you drive past?

Check your offside mirror
Check your nearside mirror
Switch on your headlights
Switch on your hazard warning lights

You’re driving at the legal speed limit.

What should you do if a vehicle comes up quickly behind, flashing its headlights?

Accelerate to maintain a gap behind you
Touch the brake pedal sharply to show your brake lights
Maintain your speed and prevent the vehicle from overtaking
Allow the vehicle to overtake

You’re driving in the left-hand lane on a three-lane motorway. What should you check for before moving into the middle lane to overtake a slower vehicle?

Traffic behind in the right-hand lane, returning to the middle lane
Traffic that's intending to leave at the next exit
Traffic ahead moving into the right-hand lane
Traffic behind that's trying to pass on your left

What should you do before changing lanes to overtake on a motorway?

Check your mirrors carefully
Change to a lower gear
Look over your left shoulder
Increase your speed gently

Which lane should you use when you’re driving on a clear motorway, at the speed limit for your vehicle?

Any lane
The middle lane
The right-hand lane
The left-hand lane

You’re driving in the left-hand lane of a motorway. What should you do when you see a large vehicle merging from a slip road ahead?

Try to race and get ahead of it
Leave the other vehicle to adjust its speed
Stay at the maximum speed allowed for your vehicle
Be ready to adjust your speed

You’re driving at the speed limit in the left-hand lane of a motorway. What should you do if you see lorries merging from a slip road ahead?

Try to accelerate past them
Move to the next lane if it's safe
Brake heavily and let them merge
Expect them to stop and let you pass

You’re at an incident. Why may it be harmful to move a casualty?

You could damage your back
You could get blood on your hands
You could be accused of assault
You could cause more injury

Where should you stand when using a motorway emergency telephone?

In front of the barrier
Facing the oncoming traffic
With your back to the traffic
Looking towards the grass verge

Which type of fire extinguisher shouldn’t be used on flammable liquids?

Water (red)
Foam (cream)
Dry powder (blue)
Carbon dioxide (black)

At the scene of an incident, a person has become hysterical. How should you calm them down?

By leaving them to quietly recover
By engaging them in banter
By giving them a hot drink
By talking to them quietly and firmly

Your vehicle breaks down on a motorway. What should you do if you can’t get it fully onto the hard shoulder?

Stand at the edge of the carriageway to warn others
Place a warning triangle in the lane behind your vehicle
Wear a bright jacket and stand in the lane behind your vehicle
Call for help using the nearest emergency telephone

Your engine catches fire. What should you do before attempting to put the fire out?

Shut off the fuel supply
Open the engine housing wide
Drive to the nearest fire station
Empty the air tanks

What should you do before driving into a tunnel?

Switch off your radio
Remove your sunglasses
Close your sunroof
Switch on your windscreen wipers

What should you do when you drive into a tunnel?

Use parking lights
Use front spotlights
Use dipped headlights
Use rear fog lights

You’re driving through a congested tunnel. What should you do if you have to stop?

Ignore any message signs as they’re never up to date
Stop very close to the vehicle in front to save space
Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front
Put your headlights on full beam

You’re driving through a tunnel. What should you do if your vehicle breaks down?

Switch on hazard warning lights
Remain in your vehicle
Wait for the police to find you
Rely on CCTV cameras seeing you

Your vehicle catches fire while you’re driving through a tunnel. What should you do if the vehicle can still be driven?

Leave it where it is, with the engine running
Stop, then walk to an emergency telephone point
Park it away from the carriageway
Drive it out of the tunnel if you can do so

What should you do when you’re driving through a tunnel in heavy traffic?

Stay close to the vehicle in front to reduce congestion
Switch off your dipped headlights to reduce dazzle
Closely follow the tail lights of other vehicles
Follow the instructions given by variable message signs

You’ve been involved in an incident and damaged some property. What should you do if nobody else is present and your vehicle is still roadworthy?

Stop, then report the incident to the police within 24 hours
Leave the scene. Don't report the incident if there are no witnesses
Stop, then report the incident to the police after 48 hours
Leave the scene. Don't report the incident if there were no injuries

What proportion of the width of a tyre must have at least the legal minimum depth of tread?

One-quarter
One-half
Five-eighths
Three-quarters

What’s the advantage of energy-saving tyres?

Greater tread depth
Reduced rolling resistance
Less tread depth
Increased rolling resistance

A tyre has been replaced on your vehicle. What precautions should be taken when tightening the wheel nuts?

Tighten the nuts in a clockwise direction
Fully tighten each nut before moving to the next
Tighten the nuts evenly with a torque wrench
Tighten the nuts with an air-operated power tool

Bus and lorry tyres have codes on their side walls. What do these codes refer to?

Running pressure
Speed capability
Minimum temperature
Tread depth

How can you help to protect the environment?

By driving faster to reduce travelling time
By using bypasses and avoiding town centres
By filling your fuel tank with red diesel fuel
By leaving your engine running in traffic jams

How could a professional driver improve their efficiency?

Keep to maximum speeds for shorter journeys
Plan routes to avoid busy times and congestion
Avoid route-planning because of the time it takes
Drive at a faster speed through hazardous areas

You’ve just refilled your fuel tank. What must you check before driving away from the fuel pump?

That the tank is completely full up to the filler neck
That the filler cap is vented correctly by keeping it loose
That the filler cap is properly closed and secure
That the tank is nearly full and the filler cap is slightly loose

What should you do to prevent fuel spillage?

Stop refuelling when the tank is half full
Use a filtered fuel system
Close and secure the filler cap
Place the drip tray correctly

You’re following a lorry that’s leaking fuel. What should you be especially aware of?

The road may be very slippery
The fuel may splash your vehicle
Your brake linings will become slippery
Your spray reducers won't be effective

Which large vehicles are more likely to damage the road surface?

Vehicles with a mixture of tyre makes
Vehicles with a mixture of re-cut and new tyres
Vehicles with faulty spray-suppression equipment
Vehicles with faulty suspension

How could you save fuel?

By extending the vehicle's service times
By braking as late as you can
By planning routes to avoid congestion
By selecting lower gears

Which fuel provides a reduction in exhaust emissions harmful to human health?

High-sulphur diesel
Red diesel
Low-sulphur diesel
Blue diesel

You’re driving at night. What does it mean if you see a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a red light?

You're approaching roadworks
You're approaching an organised walk
You're approaching a slow-moving vehicle
You're approaching an accident black spot

Which vehicles are most likely to be affected by side wind?

Flat-bed lorries
Tractors
Motorcycles
Estate cars

What should you do if the vehicle ahead is being driven by a learner?

Keep calm and be patient
Drive up close behind
Put your headlights on full beam
Sound your horn and overtake

You’re about to overtake horse riders. What could scare the horses?

Sounding your horn
Giving arm signals
Driving slowly
Keeping well back

You’ve stopped at a pelican crossing. What should you do if the lights have changed to green but a disabled person is still crossing?

Give way to them
Drive in front of them
Drive behind them
Sound your horn at them

You’re turning left from a main road into a side road. What should you do if people are already crossing the road into which you’re turning?

Continue, as you have right of way
Signal to them to continue crossing
Wait and allow them to cross
Sound your horn to warn them of your presence

You’re at a road junction, turning into a minor road. What should you do if there are pedestrians crossing the minor road?

Stop and wave the pedestrians across
Sound your horn to let the pedestrians know that you're there
Give way to the pedestrians who are already crossing
Carry on; the pedestrians should give way to you

Why should you check for motorcyclists just before turning right into a side road?

They might be overtaking on your left
They might be following you closely
They might be emerging from the side road
They might be overtaking on your right

How would you react to drivers who appear to be inexperienced?

Sound your horn to warn them of your presence
Be patient and prepare for them to react more slowly
Flash your headlights to tell them it's safe for them to proceed
Overtake them as soon as possible

You’re on a country road. What should you expect to see coming towards you on your side of the road?

Motorcycles
Bicycles
Pedestrians
Horse riders

What should you do when you’re following a car driven by an elderly driver?

Expect the driver to drive badly
Flash your lights and overtake
Be aware that the driver’s reactions may not be as fast as yours
Stay very close behind but be careful

What should you do if you’re following a learner driver who stalls at a junction?

Be patient, as you expect them to make mistakes
Stay very close behind and flash your headlights
Start to rev your engine if they take too long to restart
Immediately steer around them and drive on

What does this sign mean?

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You're allowed to carry on, but only with a police escort
You should continue slowly if your weight is above the limit
Don't cross unless the bridge is clear of other vehicles
Don't cross the bridge if your weight exceeds the limit

What does this marker count down to?

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A motorway slip road
A primary road junction
A concealed level crossing
A roadside rest area

What does it mean when there are double red lines running along the edge of a road?

Limited loading
No stopping
Bus route
Short-term parking

Where would you expect to see these road markings?

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At the entrance to a car park
On the approach to an arched bridge
At the start of a cycle lane
On the approach to a lifting barrier

You’re approaching traffic lights. Only the red light is showing. Which series of lights will show next?

Red and amber, then green
Green, then amber
Amber, then green
Green and amber, then green

What should you do when you see this sign ahead?

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Accelerate because you have priority
Slow down; the road may be narrow ahead
Stop and give way to oncoming traffic
Maintain your speed; it’s just an information sign

Your vehicle has collided with a railway bridge. What information must you give the railway authority when you telephone them?

The make and model of your vehicle
The type of bridge
The vehicle's height
The bridge number

Why would this sign be fitted to the front and rear of a bus?

The bus may be carrying children
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The bus is carrying blind people
The driver will help disabled people

You’re driving a bus displaying this sign. When can you use its hazard warning lights?

When stopped at a pedestrian crossing
When children are getting on or off the vehicle
When approaching a school crossing patrol
When there's a sign warning of a school ahead

What should you do when you’re driving a coach at night and you have passengers on board?

Stop more often
Switch off the radio
Keep the interior lit
Close the curtains

Your bus has broken down at night. Why should you move your passengers to the front of the bus?

To keep the bus stable
To help you see clearly out of the back window
To limit injuries in the event of a rear-end collision
To keep them informed about the breakdown

What should you do if there’s a fire on the upper deck of your bus?

Move all the passengers to the lower deck
Get all the passengers off the bus
Make sure passengers have their belongings
Open all the windows on the upper deck

What are kneeling buses designed to improve?

Access for the driver
Access to the luggage bay
Access for passengers
Access for maintenance

Why may you be unable to allow a person in a wheelchair to enter your bus?

Passengers are standing in a wheelchair space and can't move elsewhere
You'll take time to load the wheelchair and fall behind schedule
The wheelchair passenger will have to stand up
You can't collapse the wheelchair

What can seriously affect your concentration while driving?

Contact lenses
Fresh air
Tinted windows
Tiredness

How does alcohol affect your driving?

It speeds up your reactions
It increases your awareness
It improves your coordination
It reduces your concentration

You’ve been convicted of driving while unfit through drink or drugs. What will increase in cost when you start driving again?

Vehicle tax
Insurance premiums
Vehicle test certificate
Driving licence

You’re overtaking a lorry. What should you do if you see the driver flash their headlights?

Move back to the left when you judge it's safe to do so
Take their signal to mean it's safe to move back to the left
Stop; there must be something wrong with your vehicle
Flash your hazard warning lights and move back to the left

What should you do when a vehicle pulls out in front of you at a junction?

Swerve past it and sound your horn
Flash your headlights and drive up close behind
Slow down and be ready to stop
Accelerate past it immediately

You’re driving on a motorway. There’s been a collision on the opposite carriageway. What should you do if drivers ahead are slowing to look?

Concentrate on the road ahead
Slow down to take a look
Stop on the hard shoulder
Overtake using the hard shoulder

What should you do after overtaking on a dual carriageway?

Move back to the left when it's safe to do so
Indicate left, then right
Wait for the other driver to flash their headlights
Switch your rear lights on and off

You’re driving on a dual carriageway and intend to overtake the vehicle ahead. What should you do if there’s a car approaching quickly behind you in the right-hand lane?

Stay behind the slower vehicle
Signal right and move out
Move up closer to the slower vehicle
Signal left while waiting for the car to pass

You’ve just overtaken another large vehicle. How do you know when it’s safe to move back to the nearside lane?

By waiting for the driver you've overtaken to flash their headlights
By checking your nearside mirror
By using your hazard warning lights as a signal
By moving to the nearside, hoping the other vehicle will slow down

When shouldn’t you overtake?

When the speed limit has been reduced
When you're approaching motorway slip roads
When you would have to break the speed limit
When your view of the road ahead is clear

When should you use a crawler lane?

When letting faster traffic overtake you
When turning right from a major road
When parking to have a rest
When slowing down for a motorway exit

What does this motorway sign mean?

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You're approaching a long downhill slope
You're approaching a long uphill slope
You're approaching a ‘lorries only’ lane
You're approaching a service area

What should you do before overtaking on a single carriageway road?

Flash your headlights at oncoming traffic
Look ahead for road junctions
Drive very close to the vehicle in front
Make a final check in your left-hand mirror

What’s a crawler lane for?

To enable other traffic to overtake on the nearside
To enable large vehicles to park out of the way
To enable slow-moving traffic to move further over to the left on uphill gradients
To enable emergency vehicles to get quickly to the scene of an incident

Why should you take care before moving into the centre lane of a three-lane motorway?

The centre lane is narrower than the left-hand lane
The bridge height clearance will be less in the centre lane
Traffic in the centre lane may be travelling much faster than you
The reflective studs may be missing in the centre lane

When may vehicles over 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass (MAM) use the right-hand lane of a motorway to overtake?

When the motorway has three lanes
When vehicles are stopped on the hard shoulder
When the motorway has two lanes
When other vehicles are turning right

You’ve just overtaken another vehicle on a motorway.

What should you avoid when moving back to the left?

Cutting in
Increasing your speed
Changing gear
Signalling

You discover that one of your rear brake-light bulbs has failed. How soon should it be replaced?

Immediately
On return to your base
Within five days
At the next service

What can you add to diesel fuel to prevent it from becoming less effective at low temperatures?

Anti-freeze
Anti-waxing additives
Petrol
Paraffin

You’re about to start a long journey midway through the day. What should you do if you notice that the sidelights work but the headlights are faulty?

Don’t drive until they're repaired
Drive only until the light begins to fade
Avoid driving on motorways after dark
Drive only if the weather is good

Before starting a journey, you want to check your brake-system warning lights. What can you do when these aren’t operated by the ignition switch?

Look for a check switch on the dashboard
Get someone behind to check your brake lights
Check them at the end of your journey
Pump the brake pedal a number of times

On motorways, you’re usually driving at higher speeds for long distances. What effect can this have on your tyres?

They'll be more likely to overheat and disintegrate
They'll have lower rolling resistance
They'll need less air pressure
They'll become very slippery

You notice that one of your tyres has a bulge in the side wall. What will happen if you drive the vehicle?

Your tachograph reading won't be accurate
Your speedometer will give an incorrect reading
The vehicle will become unstable on corners
You'll break the law and risk prosecution

You hit the kerb at speed. What part of your vehicle should you check for damage?

Exhaust
Brakes
Lights
Tyres

When can ‘selective’ or ‘block’ gear changing be used?

To change down in gear only
To change up in gear only
To change gear to a low speed only
To change either up or down in gear

When would you use ‘kickdown’ on a vehicle that has automatic transmission?

To give quicker acceleration
To apply the emergency brakes
To stop more smoothly
To go down a steep hill

What’s the most likely cause if your steering starts to feel heavy?

Faulty power steering
An icy road
A burst rear tyre
A wet road

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and the police carry out spot checks for faulty vehicles. What will happen to the vehicle if serious defects are found?

It will be impounded until a new driver is found
It will be restricted to 30 mph for the remainder of the journey
It will be prohibited from further use until the defects are rectified
It will be ordered back to the depot to unload goods or passengers

At a Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) roadside check, your vehicle is found to have serious defects and you may no longer use it. Who will DVSA share this information with?

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
The Traffic Commissioner
The Road Transport Industry Training Body
The Bus, Coach and Commercial Vehicle Council

What could happen if there isn’t enough oil in your engine?

It may run faster
It may break down
It may use less fuel
It may produce more power

While driving, your engine-oil warning light comes on. Why could it be dangerous to continue driving?

The brakes will fail
The engine may be damaged
You'll need to have the vehicle serviced
You'll need to replace the carburettor

What should you do when passing sheep on a road?

Keep close to avoid oncoming traffic
Drive very slowly
Pass quickly but quietly
Briefly sound your horn

Why should you slow down when you see this sign?

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Because pedestrians have right of way
There's a ‘road race’ in progress
There's a pedestrian crossing ahead
Because children may be crossing

What does this sign mean?

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Vehicle carrying dangerous goods in packages
Vehicle broken down ahead
Holiday route
Emergency diversion route for motorway traffic

The double white line along the centre of the road is unbroken on your side. When may you cross the line?

To overtake any maintenance vehicle in front
To overtake a pedal cycle travelling at 10 mph or less
To check it's safe to overtake the vehicle in front
To overtake a driver travelling at 20 mph or less

You’re driving in fog on a three-lane motorway. Which lane are you in when you can see red reflective studs on your left and white reflective studs on your right?

The hard shoulder
The middle lane
The right-hand lane
The left-hand lane

Which drivers are given instructions by diamond-shaped signs?

Drivers of lorries
Drivers of trams
Drivers of buses
Drivers of tractors

What’s a ‘Red Route’?

An area where special waiting restrictions apply
An area where part-time traffic lights operate
An area where drivers have to pay a toll
An area where night-time and weekend weight limits apply

You’re driving on a motorway. What colour are the reflective studs on the right-hand edge of the carriageway?

Amber
Green
Red
White

What’s the purpose of green-and-yellow fluorescent studs on a motorway?

They mark the lanes in a contraflow system
They separate the slip road from the motorway
They mark access points for emergency services
They separate the edge of the hard shoulder from the grass verge

What does this sign mean?

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Tramway speed limit
Distance to level crossing
Maximum passenger capacity
Goods-vehicle weight limit

Which light won’t show to a driver at a puffin crossing?

Flashing amber
Red
Steady amber
Green

You’re travelling on a motorway. A red cross is displayed on the gantry signals above the hard shoulder and mandatory speed limits are shown above all other lanes. What does the red cross mean?

The hard shoulder can be used as a rest area if you feel tired
The hard shoulder is for emergency or breakdown use only
The hard shoulder can be used as a normal running lane
The hard shoulder has a speed limit of 50 mph

What does this sign mean?

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Soft verges
Only cars may park here
Parking restrictions apply
Fuel and water tanks will leak

When can you travel on the hard shoulder of a motorway?

When taking the next exit
When traffic has stopped
When signs show that you can
When traffic is moving slowly

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