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Question 1 · Multiple choice
You are carrying a heavy load. What adjustment might you need to make to your car? A Adjust the headlights B Remove the head restraints C Fit narrower tyres D Switch off the ABS
Show answer Correct answer: A — Adjust the headlights
Why? Rule 98 and Annex 6: carrying a load may require you to adjust your headlights; lights must be adjusted so they do not dazzle others. Source
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Question 2 · Multiple choice
What does a red and amber traffic light shown together mean? A Go if the junction is clear B Stop; do not go until green shows C Proceed with caution if turning left D Prepare to stop because red follows
Show answer Correct answer: B — Stop; do not go until green shows
Why? Light signals controlling traffic: red and amber also means 'Stop'. Do not pass through or start until green shows. Source
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Question 3 · Multiple choice
Which of these is listed in The Highway Code as a distraction to avoid while driving? A Arguing with your passengers B Looking well ahead for hazards C Keeping both hands on the wheel D Checking your mirrors regularly
Show answer Correct answer: A — Arguing with your passengers
Why? Rule 148 lists distractions such as loud music, reading maps, adjusting the radio, arguing, eating and drinking, and smoking. Source
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Question 4 · Multiple choice
Why is spilt diesel especially dangerous to motorcyclists? A It hides road markings at night B It damages motorcycle paintwork C It greatly reduces the grip between tyres and road D It gives off fumes that can affect the rider's breathing
Show answer Correct answer: C — It greatly reduces the grip between tyres and road
Why? Annex 6 and Rule 227: diesel spillage significantly reduces grip and is dangerous to other road users, particularly motorcyclists. Source
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Question 5 · Multiple choice
Traffic lights ahead are not working. How should you treat the junction? A As an unmarked junction, with great care B As if it were a motorway junction C As if the lights were showing green D As if you have priority over all traffic
Show answer Correct answer: A — As an unmarked junction, with great care
Why? Rule 176: if the traffic lights are not working, treat the situation as you would an unmarked junction and proceed with great care. Source
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Question 6 · Multiple choice
A casualty is bleeding from a wound with glass embedded in it. What should you do? A Leave the wound uncovered so it can be checked B Pour plenty of water into the wound to clean it C Pull the glass out and press hard on the wound D Build up padding around the object without pressing on it
Show answer Correct answer: D — Build up padding around the object without pressing on it
Why? Annex 7: do not remove anything stuck in the wound; build up padding on either side and avoid pressing on the object. Source
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Question 7 · Multiple choice
A police officer asks to see your documents and you do not have them with you. Within how long may you be asked to produce them at a police station? A 14 days B Seven days C 24 hours D 30 days
Show answer Correct answer: B — Seven days
Why? Annex 3: if you cannot produce your licence, insurance certificate and MOT certificate when asked, you may be asked to take them to a police station within seven days. Source
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Question 8 · Multiple choice
What does a speed limit shown inside a red circle on a motorway gantry mean? A It is an advisory speed only, for guidance B It applies only to lorries and coaches C It is a mandatory limit you must not exceed D It is the minimum speed for that stretch
Show answer Correct answer: C — It is a mandatory limit you must not exceed
Why? Rule 261: you must not exceed a speed limit displayed within a red circle on a sign. Source
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Question 9 · Multiple choice
What should you do if the steering becomes unresponsive because of surface water? A Brake hard to regain grip B Accelerate to push through the water C Steer sharply to find drier road D Ease off and slow down gradually
Show answer Correct answer: D — Ease off and slow down gradually
Why? Rule 227: ease off the accelerator and slow down gradually. Source
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Question 10 · Multiple choice
You want to overtake a snowplough. When is this acceptable? A Only on its left-hand side, away from the spray B Never, in any circumstances, until it has turned off the road C Only when the lane you intend to use has been cleared D Whenever it is travelling more slowly than you
Show answer Correct answer: C — Only when the lane you intend to use has been cleared
Why? Rule 230: watch out for snowploughs, which may throw out snow; do not overtake them unless the lane you intend to use has been cleared. Source
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Question 11 · Multiple choice
Why should you slow down when driving near older pedestrians? A They may misjudge your speed or be slow B They are all deaf and cannot hear engines C They have priority over traffic everywhere D They usually cross the road diagonally
Show answer Correct answer: A — They may misjudge your speed or be slow
Why? Rule 207: older pedestrians may not be able to judge your speed and may need more time to cross. Be patient. Source
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Question 12 · Multiple choice
What does a downward-pointing red triangle with 'Give way' mean? A Give way to traffic on the major road B Stop at the line even if the road is clear C Give way to pedestrians only D Priority over oncoming vehicles
Show answer Correct answer: A — Give way to traffic on the major road
Why? Traffic signs and Rule 172: the 'Give way' sign means give way to traffic on the major road when emerging. Source
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Question 13 · Multiple choice
What does a green filter arrow at traffic lights mean? A All traffic may go in any direction once it shows B The lights are about to change to red for all lanes C Only buses and cycles may go in that direction D You may go in the arrow's direction if clear
Show answer Correct answer: D — You may go in the arrow's direction if clear
Why? Rule 177 and Light signals: if the way is clear you may go, but only in the direction shown by the green arrow, whatever other lights may be showing. Source
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Question 14 · Multiple choice
You are driving behind a learner driver who stalls at a junction. What should you do? A Be patient and give them time B Sound your horn to hurry them C Drive close behind to encourage them D Overtake them at the junction
Show answer Correct answer: A — Be patient and give them time
Why? Rule 217: learners may not be so skilful at responding to events. Be particularly patient with learner drivers and young drivers. Source
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Question 15 · Multiple choice
Which of these vehicles uses flashing amber lights rather than blue ones? A An ambulance on an emergency call B A traffic officer vehicle C A fire engine on an emergency call D A police car on an emergency call
Show answer Correct answer: B — A traffic officer vehicle
Why? Rule 219: traffic officer and incident support vehicles use flashing amber lights. Source
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Question 16 · Multiple choice
You are dazzled by bright sunlight while driving. What should you do? A Switch on your rear fog lights B Close one eye until it passes C Slow down and, if necessary, stop D Speed up to get out of the glare quickly
Show answer Correct answer: C — Slow down and, if necessary, stop
Why? Rule 93: slow down, and if necessary stop, if you are dazzled by bright sunlight. Source
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Question 17 · Multiple choice
Which of these should you avoid on a petrol station forecourt? A Switching off the engine B Checking the fuel cap is fastened C Reporting a fuel spill to staff D Using a mobile phone
Show answer Correct answer: D — Using a mobile phone
Why? Annex 6: never smoke or use a mobile phone on the forecourt of a petrol station; they are major fire risks. Source
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Question 18 · Multiple choice
A vehicle ahead is showing flashing amber beacons on a dual carriageway. What does this usually mean? A It is a bus about to pull out B It is a police car signalling you to stop C It is slow-moving, such as a gritter D It is an ambulance on an emergency call
Show answer Correct answer: C — It is slow-moving, such as a gritter
Why? Rule 225: flashing amber beacons warn of a slow-moving or stationary vehicle, such as a salt spreader, recovery vehicle or tractor, or an abnormal load. Source
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Question 19 · Multiple choice
Should you give an injured person something to eat or drink at the scene of a crash? A Yes, a hot drink B Yes, water only C Yes, if they ask for it D No
Show answer Correct answer: D — No
Why? Annex 7: do not give casualties anything to eat or drink. Keep them warm, comfortable and reassured. Source
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Question 20 · Multiple choice
How many penalty points within three years lead to disqualification for most drivers? A 6 or more B 15 or more C 9 or more D 12 or more
Show answer Correct answer: D — 12 or more
Why? Annex 5: a driver who accumulates 12 or more penalty points within a 3-year period must be disqualified, for at least 6 months. Source
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Question 21 · Multiple choice
How are emergency areas on a motorway marked? A Green signs with a white 'P' and a parking symbol B Red signs with a white cross and the word 'Help' C Brown signs showing a picnic table symbol D Blue signs with an orange SOS telephone symbol
Show answer Correct answer: D — Blue signs with an orange SOS telephone symbol
Why? Rule 270: emergency areas are marked by blue signs with an orange SOS telephone symbol and may have orange surfacing. Source
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Question 22 · Multiple choice
When driving on ice, how should you use the controls? A Use a low gear and firm braking to keep control B Slow speed, high gear, gentle acceleration and braking C Keep a normal speed but brake earlier and harder than usual D Use the handbrake to slow down gently on the straight
Show answer Correct answer: B — Slow speed, high gear, gentle acceleration and braking
Why? Rule 231: drive at a slow speed in as high a gear as possible, and accelerate and brake very gently. Source
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Question 23 · Multiple choice
What must you do when a school crossing patrol shows a 'Stop for children' sign? A Give way only if children are on the road B Slow down and continue carefully C Sound your horn and pass D Stop
Show answer Correct answer: D — Stop
Why? Rule 210: you MUST stop when a school crossing patrol shows a 'Stop for children' sign. Source
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Question 24 · Multiple choice
You see a 'Fog' warning sign but the road is clear. What should you expect? A A bank of fog or patchy fog ahead B The fog has completely cleared C A reduced speed limit only D Road works ahead
Show answer Correct answer: A — A bank of fog or patchy fog ahead
Why? Rule 234: if 'Fog' is shown but the road is clear, be prepared for a bank of fog or drifting patchy fog ahead. Source
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Question 25 · Multiple choice
At traffic lights with an advanced stop line for cyclists, the lights turn red as you reach the first line. What must you do? A Move up to the second white line B Continue through the junction C Stop at the first white line D Stop inside the cyclists' area
Show answer Correct answer: C — Stop at the first white line
Why? Rule 178: motorists must stop at the first white line if the lights are amber or red and should avoid encroaching on the cyclists' area. Source
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Question 26 · Multiple choice
What does a circular blue sign showing a bicycle mean? A Cyclists must get off and push B Route to be used by pedal cycles only C No cycling on this road D Cycle hire point ahead on the left
Show answer Correct answer: B — Route to be used by pedal cycles only
Why? Traffic signs: a blue circular sign with a pedal cycle means the route is to be used by pedal cycles only. Source
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Question 27 · Multiple choice
Your car is fully loaded for a holiday. What should you check about the tyres? A That they are slightly under-inflated to give a more comfortable ride B That they are inflated as the handbook specifies for the load C Nothing; pressures do not depend on load D That the spare tyre is flat to save weight
Show answer Correct answer: B — That they are inflated as the handbook specifies for the load
Why? Annex 6: tyres must be correctly inflated to the manufacturer's specification for the load being carried. Source
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Question 28 · Multiple choice
When may you stop on the carriageway, hard shoulder or slip road of a motorway? A To read a map if you think you are lost B Only in an emergency or when directed to C To answer an urgent call on your mobile phone D To let a passenger out near their exit
Show answer Correct answer: B — Only in an emergency or when directed to
Why? Rules 271 and 272: you must not stop except in an emergency or when told to; do not stop to make or receive phone calls or to pick up or set down anyone. Source
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Question 29 · Multiple choice
You passed your first driving test less than two years ago. How many penalty points would lead to your licence being revoked? A 12 or more B 6 or more C 3 or more D 9 or more
Show answer Correct answer: B — 6 or more
Why? Annex 5 and Annex 8: under the New Drivers Act your licence will be revoked if you get six penalty points within two years of passing your first test. Source
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Question 30 · Multiple choice
You are dazzled by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle at night. What should you do? A Look straight at the oncoming lights B Slow down and, if necessary, stop C Flash your headlights at the other driver D Switch to main beam to see better
Show answer Correct answer: B — Slow down and, if necessary, stop
Why? Rule 115: slow down, and if necessary stop, if you are dazzled by oncoming headlights. Source
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Question 31 · Multiple choice
You are leaving your car parked for a few minutes. What should you do? A Leave the windows open for ventilation B Remove the key, lock the car and close the windows C Leave the engine running so it stays warm D Leave the documents in the glovebox
Show answer Correct answer: B — Remove the key, lock the car and close the windows
Why? Annex 6: remove the key, engage the steering lock, lock the car even for a few minutes, close the windows and never leave documents in the car. Source
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Question 32 · Multiple choice
You hear a siren and see flashing blue lights behind you. What should you do? A Drive through a red light to get out of the way B Let it pass safely, still obeying signs C Mount the pavement to make room D Brake sharply and stop immediately wherever you are
Show answer Correct answer: B — Let it pass safely, still obeying signs
Why? Rule 219: do not panic. Consider the route of the emergency vehicle and let it pass while complying with traffic signs; avoid mounting the kerb. Source
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Question 33 · Multiple choice
When calling the emergency services after a crash, what should you tell them? A Only your own name and your phone number B The insurance details of all the drivers involved C Exact location, direction and number of vehicles D Which of the drivers you think caused the crash
Show answer Correct answer: C — Exact location, direction and number of vehicles
Why? Annex 7: give the exact location (including direction of traffic, for example northbound), the number of vehicles and the casualties' condition. Source
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Question 34 · Multiple choice
You are driving a slow vehicle and a long queue has formed behind you. What should you do? A Signal right to stop people overtaking B Speed up beyond the speed limit C Keep going steadily, as drivers behind must wait to overtake D Pull in where it is safe and let the traffic pass
Show answer Correct answer: D — Pull in where it is safe and let the traffic pass
Why? Rule 169: do not hold up a long queue of traffic. Check your mirrors and, if necessary, pull in where it is safe and let traffic pass. Source
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Question 35 · Multiple choice
A lorry displays plain orange reflective plates. What does this show? A It carries dangerous goods in packages B It is an abnormal load escort C It is carrying a long load D It is a slow-moving farm vehicle
Show answer Correct answer: A — It carries dangerous goods in packages
Why? Rule 284: vehicles carrying dangerous goods in packages are marked with plain orange reflective plates. Source
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Question 36 · Multiple choice
What should you do when approaching a roundabout? A Give priority to traffic approaching from your right B Give priority to traffic from your left C Always stop before joining D Join quickly before traffic from the right arrives
Show answer Correct answer: A — Give priority to traffic approaching from your right
Why? Rule 185: give priority to traffic approaching from your right, unless directed otherwise by signs, road markings or traffic lights. Source
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Question 37 · Multiple choice
What does a circular red-bordered sign with a bicycle mean? A Route for cyclists only B Cycle parking C Cycle lane ahead D No cycling
Show answer Correct answer: D — No cycling
Why? Traffic signs: a red circle with a bicycle means no cycling. Source
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Question 38 · Multiple choice
Why might a cyclist ride in the centre of the lane on a narrow road? A To be seen and to stop unsafe overtaking B To slow traffic down deliberately C Because cycle lanes are compulsory elsewhere D Because they are not allowed near the kerb
Show answer Correct answer: A — To be seen and to stop unsafe overtaking
Why? Rules 72 and 213: cyclists may ride in the centre of the lane on narrow roads, at junctions and in slower traffic so that they can see and be seen. Source
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Question 39 · Multiple choice
On an icy road, when should you brake for a bend? A Firmly while you are going round it B There is no need to brake if you are in a low gear C Progressively on the straight before you reach it D Only after you have entered it
Show answer Correct answer: C — Progressively on the straight before you reach it
Why? Rule 231: brake progressively on the straight before you reach a bend, then steer smoothly round it, avoiding sudden actions. Source
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Question 40 · Multiple choice
Waiting at a junction in fog with limited visibility, what should you do? A Stop in the correct position and listen for traffic B Edge out into the middle of the road and wait C Switch on your hazard lights and pull out slowly and carefully D Sound your horn and pull out
Show answer Correct answer: A — Stop in the correct position and listen for traffic
Why? Rule 235: stop in the correct position at a junction with limited visibility and listen for traffic; when sure it is safe, emerge positively. Source
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Question 41 · Multiple choice
Your car develops a problem on a motorway. What should you try to do first? A Stop in the lane you are in B Leave at the next exit or use a service area C Reverse back to the last emergency area you passed D Stop on the central reservation
Show answer Correct answer: B — Leave at the next exit or use a service area
Why? Rule 277: if your vehicle develops a problem, leave the carriageway at the next exit or pull into a service area if possible. Source
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Question 42 · Multiple choice
How many penalty points are given for using a hand-held mobile phone while driving? A 3 B 6 C 2 D 9
Show answer Correct answer: B — 6
Why? Annex 5 penalty table: using a hand-held mobile phone when driving carries 6 penalty points and a fine of up to £1,000. Source
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Question 43 · Multiple choice
Why should you not wear tinted glasses when driving at night? A They reflect light into other drivers' eyes B They are not allowed in cars with tinted windows C They make your eyes tire less quickly D They can restrict your vision in the dark
Show answer Correct answer: D — They can restrict your vision in the dark
Why? Rule 94: at night or in poor visibility, do not use tinted glasses, lenses or visors if they restrict your vision. Source
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Question 44 · Multiple choice
You will be parked by the roadside for several minutes. What should you do with the engine? A Switch it off to reduce emissions and noise B Rev it occasionally to keep it warm C Leave it running to keep the battery charged D Leave it idling if the car is new
Show answer Correct answer: A — Switch it off to reduce emissions and noise
Why? Rule 123: you must not leave an engine running unnecessarily while stationary on a public road. If stopped for more than a couple of minutes, switch it off. Source
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Question 45 · Multiple choice
An emergency vehicle is approaching and you need to pull over. Where should you avoid stopping? A Just before the brow of a hill or on a bend B On a straight, wide road with good visibility C In a lay-by or other place designed for stopping D Beside a wide verge away from any junction
Show answer Correct answer: A — Just before the brow of a hill or on a bend
Why? Rule 219: if necessary pull to the side and stop, but try to avoid stopping before the brow of a hill, a bend or a narrow section of road. Source
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Question 46 · Multiple choice
You are involved in a collision that damages another vehicle. What MUST you do? A Leave a note on the windscreen and drive away B Stop and give your details to anyone with reasonable grounds C Exchange details only if the police arrive at the scene later D Drive on and report it later by email within a week
Show answer Correct answer: B — Stop and give your details to anyone with reasonable grounds
Why? Rule 286: you must stop and give your name and address, the owner's name and address and the registration number to anyone with reasonable grounds. Source
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Question 47 · Multiple choice
You are taking the first exit to the left at a roundabout. What should you normally do? A Signal left and approach in the left-hand lane B Signal left only as you pass the exit before yours C Signal right and approach in the right-hand lane D Not signal at all
Show answer Correct answer: A — Signal left and approach in the left-hand lane
Why? Rule 186: when taking the first exit to the left, signal left and approach in the left-hand lane, keeping left on the roundabout. Source
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Question 48 · Multiple choice
What effect does towing have on your stopping distance? A It only changes on motorways B It always decreases C It stays the same D It may increase significantly
Show answer Correct answer: D — It may increase significantly
Why? Rule 98: be aware that your stopping distance may increase significantly when towing. Source
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Question 49 · Multiple choice
You are in a queue of slow-moving traffic. A side road is on your left. What should you do? A Signal left so others know you are waiting B Close up to the car in front to stop anyone joining C Leave it clear so traffic can get in and out D Move into the side road to wait
Show answer Correct answer: C — Leave it clear so traffic can get in and out
Why? Rule 151: in slow-moving traffic allow access into and from side roads, as blocking them adds to congestion. Source
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Question 50 · Multiple choice
A load sticks out more than two metres from the front or rear of a vehicle. What must it display? A A green flashing beacon B Red and white chequered flags C L plates D Projection markers
Show answer Correct answer: D — Projection markers
Why? Vehicle markings: side and end projection markers are required when a load or equipment overhangs the front or rear by more than two metres. Source
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