Vehicle Condition

Question 1 of 84

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

Question 2 of 84

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

Question 3 of 84

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

Question 4 of 84

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

Question 5 of 84

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

Question 6 of 84

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

Question 7 of 84

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

Question 8 of 84

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

Question 9 of 84

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

Question 10 of 84

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

Question 11 of 84

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

Question 12 of 84

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

Question 13 of 84

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

Question 14 of 84

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

Question 15 of 84

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

Question 16 of 84

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

Daily
Weekly
Every 100 miles
Every 1000 miles

Question 17 of 84

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

Question 18 of 84

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

Question 19 of 84

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

Question 20 of 84

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

Question 21 of 84

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

Question 22 of 84

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

Question 23 of 84

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

Question 24 of 84

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

Question 25 of 84

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

Question 26 of 84

What does this warning light on the instrument panel mean?

CD6295

Low oil pressure
Battery discharge
Braking-system fault
Door open

Question 27 of 84

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

Question 28 of 84

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

Question 29 of 84

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

Question 30 of 84

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

Question 31 of 84

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

Question 32 of 84

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

Question 33 of 84

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

Question 34 of 84

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

Question 35 of 84

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

Question 36 of 84

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

Question 37 of 84

What can you add to diesel fuel to prevent it from becoming less effective at low temperatures?

Anti-freeze
Anti-waxing additives
Petrol
Paraffin

Question 38 of 84

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

Question 39 of 84

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

Question 40 of 84

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

Question 41 of 84

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

Question 42 of 84

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

Question 43 of 84

Where does a high-pressure fuel injector deliver fuel?

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

Question 44 of 84

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

Question 45 of 84

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

Question 46 of 84

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

Question 47 of 84

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

Question 48 of 84

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

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

Question 49 of 84

What does this warning light on the instrument panel mean?

CD6669

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

Question 50 of 84

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

Question 51 of 84

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

Tread pattern
Minimum temperature
Maximum load
Running pressure

Question 52 of 84

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

Question 53 of 84

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

Question 54 of 84

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

Question 55 of 84

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

Question 56 of 84

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

Question 57 of 84

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

Question 58 of 84

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

Question 59 of 84

When should you check the wheel nuts on your vehicle?

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

Question 60 of 84

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

Question 61 of 84

You hit the kerb at speed. What part of your vehicle should you check for damage?

Exhaust
Brakes
Lights
Tyres

Question 62 of 84

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

Question 63 of 84

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

Question 64 of 84

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

Question 65 of 84

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

Question 66 of 84

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

Question 67 of 84

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

Question 68 of 84

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

Question 69 of 84

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

Question 70 of 84

Bus and lorry tyres have codes on their side walls. What do these codes refer to?

Running pressure
Speed capability
Minimum temperature
Tread depth

Question 71 of 84

What’s the advantage of energy-saving tyres?

Greater tread depth
Reduced rolling resistance
Less tread depth
Increased rolling resistance

Question 72 of 84

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

Question 73 of 84

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

Question 74 of 84

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

Question 75 of 84

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

Question 76 of 84

What could happen if you overfill your engine with oil?

Loss of power
Lower emissions
Better handling
Longer service intervals

Question 77 of 84

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

Question 78 of 84

Which tool is essential for fitting a road wheel?

Torque wrench
Ring spanner
Open-end spanner
Adjustable wrench

Question 79 of 84

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

Question 80 of 84

What do heated fuel lines prevent?

The cab temperature from dropping
The radiator from freezing
The windows from misting
The diesel from solidifying

Question 81 of 84

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

Question 82 of 84

What happens to diesel fuel when it gets hot?

It expands
It liquefies
It shrinks
It waxes

Question 83 of 84

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

Question 84 of 84

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