Driving Theory Test Multiple Choice

What's the legal minimum depth of tread for car tyres? 1 mm 1.6 mm 2.5 mm 4 mm

1.6 mm

What's the maximum permitted speed for a car towing a trailer? 30 mph 40 mph 50 mph 60 mph

50 mph

Unless signs show otherwise, what's the national speed limit for a car or motorcycle on a motorway? 50 mph 60 mph 70 mph 80 mph

70 mph

You're driving on an open road in dry weather. What should the distance be between you and the vehicle in front? A two-second time gap One car length Two metres (6 feet 6 inches) Two car lengths

A two-second time gap

What should you do when driving in fog? Use sidelights only Position close to the centre line Allow more time for your journey Keep close to the car in front

Allow more time for your journey

You're travelling along a motorway and feel tired. Where should you stop to rest? - On the hard shoulder - At the nearest service area - On a slip road - On the central reservation

At the nearest service area

What should you do when 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 may misjudge your speed

Be careful; they may misjudge your speed

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

Be patient and allow them to cross in their own time

You're driving towards a zebra crossing. A person in a wheelchair is waiting to cross. What should you do? Continue on your way Wave to the person to cross Wave to the person to wait Be prepared to stop

Be prepared to stop

You're driving on the motorway in windy conditions. What should you do as you pass a high-sided vehicle? Increase your speed Be wary of a sudden gust Drive alongside very closely Expect normal conditions

Be wary of a sudden gust

How can you use your vehicle's engine to control your speed? - By changing to a lower gear - By selecting reverse gear - By changing to a higher gear - By selecting neutral

By changing to a lower gear

You're the first to arrive at the scene of a crash. What should you do? Leave as soon as another motorist arrives Flag down other motorists to help you Drag all casualties away from the vehicles Call the emergency services promptly

Call the emergency services promptly

You've been involved in an argument that has made you feel angry. What should you do before starting your journey? Open a window Turn on your radio Have an alcoholic drink Calm down

Calm down

What should you do when moving off from behind a parked car? Give a signal after moving off Check both interior and exterior mirrors Look around after moving off Use the exterior mirrors only

Check both interior and exterior mirrors

You take some cough medicine given to you by a friend. What should you do before driving? - Ask your friend if taking the medicine affected their driving - Drink some strong coffee one hour before driving - Check the label to see if the medicine will affect your driving - Drive a short distance to see if the medicine is affecting your driving

Check the label to see if the medicine will affect your driving

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

Cyclists can use it

At an incident, someone is suffering from severe burns. What should you do to help them? - Apply lotions to the injury - Burst any blisters - Remove anything sticking to the burns - Douse the burns with clean, cool water

Douse the burns with clean, cool water

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

Drive slowly and leave plenty of room

You keep well back while waiting to overtake a large vehicle. What should you do if a car moves into the gap? Sound your horn Drop back further Flash your headlights Start to overtake

Drop back further

You're towing a caravan. Which is the safest type of rear-view mirror to use? Interior wide-angle mirror Extended-arm side mirrors Ordinary door mirrors Ordinary interior mirror

Extended-arm side mirrors

You're coming up to a roundabout. A cyclist is signalling to turn right. What should you do? - Overtake on the right - Give a warning with your horn - Signal the cyclist to move across - Give the cyclist plenty of room

Give the cyclist plenty of room

What should you do if you see a large box fall from a lorry onto the motorway? Go to the next emergency telephone and report the hazard Catch up with the lorry and try to get the driver's attention Stop close to the box until the police arrive Pull over to the hard shoulder, then remove the box

Go to the next emergency telephone and report the hazard

What should you do when passing sheep on a road? - Briefly sound you horn - Go very slowly - Pass quickly but quietly - Herd them to the side of the road

Go very slowly

What colour are the reflective studs between a motorway and its slip road? Amber White Green Red

Green

What should you do if your anti-lock brakes (ABS) warning light stays on? Check the brake-fluid level Check the footbrake free play Check that the handbrake is released Have the brakes checked immediately

Have the brakes checked immediately

What does this sign mean? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2353.gif Hump bridge Humps in the road Entrance to tunnel Soft verges

Humps in the road

When must you stop your vehicle? If you're involved in an incident that causes damage or injury At a junction where there are 'give way' lines At the end of a one-way street Before merging onto a motorway

If you're involved in an incident that causes damage or injury

A driver pulls out of a side road in front of you, causing you to brake hard. What should you do? Ignore the error and stay calm Flash your lights to show your annoyance Sound your horn to show your annoyance Overtake as soon as possible

Ignore the error and stay calm

What's the main benefit of driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle? - Improved grip on the road - Lower fuel consumption - Shorter stopping distances - Improved passenger comfort

Improved grip on the road

In which conditions will your overall stopping distance increase? In the rain In fog At night In strong winds

In the rain

You wish to tow a trailer. Where would you find the maximum noseweight allowed on your vehicle's tow hitch? In the vehicle handbook In The Highway Code In your vehicle registration certificate In your licence documents

In the vehicle handbook

What can a loose filler cap on your diesel fuel tank cause? It can make the engine difficult to start It can make the roads slippery for other road users It can improve your vehicle's fuel consumption It can increase the level of exhaust emissions

It can make the roads slippery for other road users

What should you do when going through a contraflow system on a motorway? Use dipped beam headlights Keep a good distance from the vehicle ahead Switch lanes to keep the traffic flowing Stay close to the vehicle ahead to reduce queues

Keep a good distance from the vehicle ahead

You're driving in traffic at the speed limit for the road. What should you do if the driver behind is trying to overtake? Move closer to the car ahead, so the driver behind has no room to overtake Wave the driver behind to overtake when it's safe Keep a steady course and allow the driver behind to overtake Accelerate to get away from the driver behind

Keep a steady course and allow the driver behind to overtake

You're driving on a wet road. You have to stop your vehicle in an emergency. What should you do? Apply the handbrake and footbrake together Keep both hands on the steering wheel Select reverse gear Give an arm signal

Keep both hands on the steering wheel

How can you reduce the environmental harm caused by your motor vehicle? Only use it for short journeys Don't service it Drive faster than normal Keep engine revs low

Keep engine revs low

You've stopped at an incident to give help. What should you do? - Keep injured people warm and comfortable - Give injured people something to eat - Keep injured people on the move by walking them around - Give injured people a warm drink

Keep injured people warm and comfortable

You intend to turn left from a main road into a minor road. What should you do as you approach it? - Keep just left of the middle of the road - Keep in the middle of the road - Swing out to the right just before turning - Keep well to the left of the road

Keep well to the left of the road

On a three-lane motorway, which lane should you normally use? Left Right Centre Either the right or centre

Left

What should you do when you leave your car unattended for a few minutes? Leave the engine running Switch the engine off but leave the key in Lock it and remove the key Park near a traffic warden

Lock it and remove the key

On what type of road surface may anti-lock brakes not work effectively? Dry Loose Firm Smooth

Loose

You're on a motorway. There's a contraflow system ahead. What would you expect to find? Temporary traffic lights Lower speed limits Wider lanes than normal Speed humps

Lower speed limits

In which conditions are your anti-lock brakes most unlikely to prevent skidding? In foggy conditions At night on unlit roads On loose road surfaces On dry tarmac

On loose road surfaces

Where can you find reflective amber studs on a motorway? Separating the slip road from the motorway On the left-hand edge of the road On the right-hand edge of the road Separating the lanes

On the right-hand edge of the road

You're following a slower-moving vehicle on a narrow country road. There's a junction just ahead on the right. What should you do? Overtake after checking your mirrors and signalling Only consider overtaking when you're past the junction Accelerate quickly to pass before the junction Slow down and prepare to overtake on the left

Only consider overtaking when you're past the junction

https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2007.gif Traffic should use the hard shoulder The road bends to the left Overtaking traffic should move back to the left It's safe to overtake

Overtaking traffic should move back to the left

What does this sign mean? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2331.gif Give way to oncoming vehicles Approaching traffic passes you on both sides Turn off at the next available junction Pass either side to get to the same destination

Pass either side to get to the same destination

What should you do when overtaking a motorcyclist in strong winds? - Pass closely - Pass very slowly - Pass wide - Pass immediately

Pass wide

You're turning left into a side road. What hazard should you be especially aware of? One-way street Pedestrians Traffic congestion Parked vehicles

Pedestrians

You're driving towards this left-hand bend. What dangers should you be aware of? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/BB1665.gif A vehicle overtaking you No white lines in the centre of the road No sign to warn you of the bend Pedestrians walking towards you

Pedestrians walking towards you

Your vehicle has a puncture on a motorway. What should you do? Drive slowly to the next service area to get assistance Pull up on the hard shoulder. Change the wheel as quickly as possible Pull up on the hard shoulder. Use the emergency phone to get assistance Switch on your hazard warning lights. Stop in your lane

Pull up on the hard shoulder. Use the emergency phone to get assistance

You're approaching a red traffic light. What will the signal show next? Red and amber Green alone Amber alone Green and amber

Red and amber

Traffic signs giving orders are generally which shape?

Red circle

Which sign means 'no stopping'

Red circle Blue background Red cross

You've just passed your practical test. You don't hold a full licence in another category. Within two years you get six penalty points on your licence. What will you have to do? Retake only your theory test Retake your theory and practical tests Retake only your practical test Reapply for your full licence immediately

Retake your theory and practical tests

What does this sign mean? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2344.gif Ring road Mini-roundabout No vehicles Roundabout

Roundabout

What does the law require you to keep in good condition? Gears Transmission Door locks Seat belts

Seat belts

You're dazzled at night by a vehicle behind you. What should you do? Set your mirror to the anti-dazzle position Set your mirror to dazzle the other driver Brake sharply to a stop Switch your rear lights on and off

Set your mirror to the anti-dazzle position

What should you do as you approach this lorry? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2737.gif Slow down and be prepared to wait Make the lorry wait for you Flash your lights at the lorry Move to the right-hand side of the road

Slow down and be prepared to wait

You're driving behind a large goods vehicle. What should you do if it signals left but steers to the right? Slow down and let the vehicle turn Drive on, keeping to the left Overtake on the right of it Hold your speed and sound your horn

Slow down and let the vehicle turn

You're approaching a zebra crossing. Pedestrians are waiting to cross. What should you do? Give way to the elderly and infirm only Slow down and prepare to stop Use your headlights to indicate they can cross Wave at them to cross the road

Slow down and prepare to stop

You're driving along a road. The driver on the left is reversing from a driveway. What should you do? Move to the opposite side of the road Drive through as you have priority Sound your horn and be prepared to stop Speed up and drive through quickly

Sound your horn and be prepared to stop

You're unsure what a slow-moving motorcyclist ahead of you is going to do. What should you do? Pass on the left Pass on the right Stay behind Move closer

Stay behind

You think the driver of the vehicle in front has forgotten to cancel their right indicator. What should you do? Flash your lights to alert the driver Sound your horn before overtaking Overtake on the left if there's room Stay behind and don't overtake

Stay behind and don't overtake

What must you do at this junction? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2105.gif Stop behind the line, then edge forward to see clearly Stop beyond the line, at a point where you can see clearly Stop only if there's traffic on the main road Stop only if you're turning right

Stop behind the line, then edge forward to see clearly

You see a pedestrian waiting at a zebra crossing. What should you normally do? Go on quickly before they step onto the crossing Stop before you reach the zigzag lines and let them cross Stop to let them cross and wait patiently Ignore them as they're still on the pavement

Stop to let them cross and wait patiently

You want to turn right from a junction but your view is restricted by parked vehicles. What should you do? Move out quickly, but be prepared to stop Sound your horn and pull out if there's no reply Stop, then move forward slowly until you have a clear view Stop, get out and look along the main road to check

Stop, then move forward slowly until you have a clear view

How should you dispose of a used vehicle battery? Bury it in your garden Put it in the dustbin Take it to a local-authority site Leave it on waste land

Take it to a local-authority site

You're carrying an 11-year-old child in the back seat of your car. They're under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) tall. What must you make sure of? That they sit between two belted people That they can fasten their own seat belt That a suitable child restraint is available That they can see clearly out of the front window

That a suitable child restraint is available

What does the white line along the side of a road indicate? The edge of the carriageway The approach to a hazard No parking No overtaking

The edge of the carriageway

You're on a three-lane motorway. A red cross is showing above the hard shoulder and mandatory speed limits above all other lanes. What does this 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

The hard shoulder is for emergency or breakdown use only

What information is found on a vehicle registration document? The registered keeper The type of insurance cover The service history details The date of the MOT

The registered keeper

Why should you allow extra room when overtaking a motorcyclist on a windy day? - The rider may turn off suddenly to get out of the wind - The rider may be blown across in front of you - The rider may stop suddenly - The rider may be travelling faster than normal

The rider may be blown across in front of you

What does this sign mean? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2378.gif The right-hand lane ahead is narrow Right-hand lane for buses only Right-hand lane for turning right The right-hand lane is closed

The right-hand lane is closed

You see this sign ahead. What should you expect? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2098.gif The road will go steeply uphill The road will go steeply downhill The road will bend sharply to the left The road will bend sharply to the right

The road will bend sharply to the left

What will happen if your car's wheels are unbalanced? The steering will pull to one side The steering will vibrate The brakes will fail The tyres will deflate

The steering will vibrate

Why must you take extra care when turning right at this junction? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2100.gif The road surface is poor The footpaths are narrow The road markings are faint The view is restricted

The view is restricted

You wish to turn right ahead. Why should you take up the correct position in good time? To allow other drivers to pull out in front of you To give a better view into the road that you're joining To help other road users know what you intend to do To allow drivers to pass you on the right

To help other road users know what you intend to do

Why do MOT tests include a strict exhaust emission test? To recover the cost of expensive garage equipment To help protect the environment against pollution To discover which fuel supplier is used the most To make sure diesel and petrol engines emit the same fumes

To help protect the environment against pollution

What might you expect to happen in this situation? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/BB1099.gif Traffic will move into the right-hand lane Traffic speed will increase Traffic will move into the left-hand lane Traffic won't need to change position

Traffic will move into the left-hand lane

What does this signal mean? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2738.gif Cars must stop Trams must stop Both trams and cars must stop Both trams and cars can continue

Trams must stop

What does this sign mean? https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/sites/all/modules/tso_mock_test/data/ctt/images/questions/AB2766.gif Two-way traffic crosses a one-way road Traffic approaching you has priority Two-way traffic straight ahead Motorway contraflow system ahead

Two-way traffic straight ahead

You're following a long vehicle approaching a crossroads. The driver signals right but moves close to the left-hand kerb. What should you do? - Warn the driver about the wrong signal - Wait behind the long vehicle - Report the driver to the police - Overtake on the right-hand side

Wait behind the long vehicle

You're waiting at a pelican crossing. What does it mean when the red light changes to flashing amber? Wait for pedestrians on the crossing to clear Move off immediately without any hesitation Wait for the green light before moving off Get ready and go when the continuous amber light shows

Wait for pedestrians on the crossing to clear

What should you do when approaching traffic lights where red and amber are showing together? Pass the lights if the road is clear Take care because there's a fault with the lights Wait for the green light Stop because the lights are changing to red

Wait for the green light

On a motorway, when should the hard shoulder be used? When answering a mobile phone When an emergency arises When taking a short rest When checking a road map

When an emergency arises

On which occasion should you inflate your tyres to more than their normal pressure? When the roads are slippery When the vehicle is fitted with anti-lock brakes When the tyre tread is worn below 2 mm When carrying a heavy load

When carrying a heavy load

You're approaching a red light at a puffin crossing. Pedestrians are on the crossing. When will the red light change? When you start to edge forward onto the crossing When the pedestrians have cleared the crossing When the pedestrians push the button on the far side of the crossing When a driver from the opposite direction reaches the crossing

When the pedestrians have cleared the crossing

When are anti-lock brakes (ABS) most effective? When you keep pumping the foot brake to prevent skidding When you brake normally but grip the steering wheel tightly When you brake promptly and firmly until you've stopped When you apply the handbrake to reduce the stopping distance

When you brake promptly and firmly until you've stopped

When will you feel the effects of engine braking? When you only use the handbrake When you're in neutral When you change to a lower gear When you change to a higher gear

When you change to a lower gear

When do windscreen pillars cause a serious obstruction to your view? When you're driving on a motorway When you're driving on a dual carriageway When you're approaching a one-way street When you're approaching bends and junctions

When you're approaching bends and junctions

When would you use the right-hand lane on a three-lane motorway? When you're turning right When you're overtaking When you're travelling above the speed limit When you're trying to save fuel

When you're turning right

On which occasion may you enter a box junction? When there are fewer than two vehicles ahead When signalled by another road user When your exit road is clear When traffic signs direct you

When your exit road is clear

You're driving on a motorway at night. When may you switch off your headlights? When there are vehicles close in front of you When you're travelling below 50 mph When the motorway is lit When your vehicle is broken down on the hard shoulder

When your vehicle is broken down on the hard shoulder

You're parked on the road at night. Where must you use parking lights? Where there are continuous white lines in the middle of the road Where the speed limit exceeds 30 mph Where you're facing oncoming traffic Where you're near a bus stop

Where the speed limit exceeds 30 mph

You're on a well-lit road at night, in a built-up area. How will using dipped headlights help? - You can see further along the road - You can go at a much faster speed - You can switch to main beam quickly - You can be easily seen by others

You can be easily seen by others

You're looking for somewhere to park your vehicle. The area is full except for spaces marked 'disabled use'. What can you do? You can use these spaces when elsewhere is full You can park in one of these spaces if you stay with your vehicle You can use one of the spaces as long as one is kept free You can't park there, unless you're permitted to do so

You can't park there, unless you're permitted to do so

Why is it dangerous to travel too close to the vehicle ahead? - Your engine will overheat - Your mirrors will need adjusting - Your view of the road ahead will be restricted - Your satnav will be confused

Your view of the road ahead will be restricted