Driving Theory Test

Try our mock driving theory test

We have compiled 50 questions, similar to those that you would expect to see in the real thing.

The questions are multiple choice. Read the questions and answers carefully before choosing.

Many have more than one correct answer. You will need to mark all the correct answers to answer the question correctly.

1	What is the most common cause of skidding?
	Ice
	Driver error
	Wet roads
	Worn tyres

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2	What does this sign mean?
	Uneven road
	Soft verges
	Humpback bridge
	Humps in the road

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3	Which sign means there is a double bend ahead?



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4	You are waiting at the end of the road to turn right. Your view is obstructred by parked cars. What should you do?
	Turn around immediately and find another junction to use
	Move quickly to where you can see so you only block traffic from one direction
	Stop then move forward slowly and carefully for a proper view.
	Wait for a pedestrian to let you know when it is safe to emerge

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5	You get six penalty point within two years of passing your practial test. What will you have to do?
	Retake only the theory test
	Retake both theory and practical tests
	Reapply for your provisional licence
	Nothing. You need 12 points before you are banned from driving.
	Retake only the practical test

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6	Which of the following must be in good working order for your car to be roadworthy?
	the temperature guage
	The horn
	The windscreen washers
	The windscreen wipers
	The oil warning light
	The speedometer

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7	On the motorway the hard shoulder should be used
	only in an emergency
	to answer a mobile phone
	to rest when tired
	to look at a map

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8	When should you stop on a motorway?
	When you need to answer your mobile phone
	If red lights show above every lane
	If you are tired and need a rest
	When told to stop by the Police
	When told to by a Highways Agency Traffic Officer
	When you need to read a map

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9	Which of the following are hazards that motorcyclists present in queues of traffic?
	riding with their headlight on dipped beam
	cutting in just in front of you
	passing very close to you
	riding in single file
	filtering between lanes

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10	On a motorway, when can you use your hazard warning lights?
	When driving on the hard shoulder
	When you have broken down on the hard shoulder
	When the vehicle behind is too close
	When towing another vehicle
	When slowing down quickly because of danger ahead

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11	You are driving along the motorway. It is raining. When following a lorry you should
	be aware of spray reducing your vision
	move left and drive on the hard shoulder
	move right and stay in the right hand lane
	allow at least a two second gap
	allow at least a four second gap

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12	Which or the following may apply when dealing with this hazard
	It might be more difficult in winter
	Use dipped headlights
	Use a low gear and drive slowly
	Test your brakes on the other side
	Use a high gear to prevent wheel spin
	Only enter if you are sure it is not too deep

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13	When first at the scene of an accident which of these should you do?
	Move injured people away from the vehicles
	Warn other traffic
	Leave as soons as others arrive
	Switch off all vehicle engines
	Move uninjured people away from the vehicles
	Call the emergency services

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14	What does this sign mean?
	End of cycle route
	No cycling
	Cycle route ahead
	Cycle parking

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15	You see a horse and rider as you approach a roundabout. They are signalling right but keeping well to the left. You should
	stay well back
	keep close to them
	cut in front of them
	proceed as normal

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16	You are approaching a red light at a puffin crossing. Pedestrians are on the crossing. The red light will stay on until
	a vehicle approaches the crossing from the opposite direction
	the pedestrians have cleared the front of your car
	the pedestrians have cleared the crossing
	you start to edge forward onto the crossing

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17	You are following a large goods vehicle. It signals left but steers to the right. You should
	Overtake on the right
	Overtake on the left
	Hold your speed and sound the horn
	Slow down and let the vehicle turn

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18	What does this sign mean?
	No entry
	Local speed limit applies
	No waiting on the carriageway
	National speed limit applies

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19	You are waiting to emerge left from a minor road. A large vehicle is approaching from the right. You have time to emerge, but you should wait. Why?
	The large vehicle can easily hide an overtaking vehicle
	The large vehicle can turn suddenly
	The large vehicle is difficult to steer in a straight line
	The large vehicle can easily hide vehicles from the left

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20	You are on a fast open road in good conditions. For safety, the distance between you and the vehicle in front should be
	2 metres
	two car lengths
	one car length
	a two-second time gap

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21	Which of these must not use the motorway?
	Motorcycles over 50cc
	Double decker buses
	Horse riders
	Learner car drivers
	Cyclists
	Farm tractors

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22	In very hot weather the road surface can become very hot. Which of the following will be most affected?
	Braking
	Tyre grip
	The suspension
	The exhaust

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23	At night you see a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a bright red light. What does this mean?
	You are approaching an accident blackspot
	You are approaching roadworks
	You are approaching a slow-moving vehicle
	You are approaching an organised walk

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24	At traffic lights, amber on its own means
	go if there are no pedestrians crossing
	prepare to go
	go if the way is clear
	stop and wait at the line

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25	You are driving past a line of parked cars and you see a ball bouncing out into the road ahead. What should you do?
	Slow down and be ready to stop for children or dogs?
	Drive at the same speed sounding your horn
	Stop and wave the children across to fetch their ball?
	Drive at the same speed flashing your lights?

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26	A driver pulls out of a side road in front of you. You have to brake hard. You should
	flash your lights and show your annoyance
	overtake as soon as possible
	ignore the error and stay calm
	sound your horn to show your annoyance

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27	Which of the following are most likely to waste fuel?
	Reducing your speed
	Under inflated tyres
	Using a different brands of fuel
	A fitted, empty roof rack
	Carrying unnecessary weight
	Using the wrong grade of fuel

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28	Which of the following must you have to drive legally?
	Proper insurance cover
	A valid tax disc displayed on your vehicle
	A vehicle handbook
	Breakdown cover
	A valid driving licence with signature
	A vehicle service history

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29	By taking part in the Passplus scheme you will
	improve your basic skills
	get cheaper road tax
	be allowed to supervise a learner driver
	widen your experience

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30	You are waiting at a level crossing. The train has passed but the lights keep flashing. What should you do?
	Keep waiting
	Telephone the signal operator using the phone at the crossing
	Cross carefully looking out for trains
	Get out of the car and investigate

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31	Which of these means end of dual carriageway?



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32	You are driving in town. Ahead of you is a bus at a bus stop. Which of the following should you do?
	Pass the bus as quickly as possible
	Watch carefully for the sudden appearance of pedestrians
	Be prepared to give way if the bus suddenly moves off
	Continue at the same speed but sound your horn as a warning

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33	Motor vehicles can harm the invironment. This has resulted in
	damage to buildings
	using up of natural resources
	less risk to health
	Air pollution
	improved public transport
	less use of electric vehicles

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34	Drinking any amount of alcohol is likely to
	worsen your judgement of speed
	improve your awareness of danger
	give a false sense of confidence
	slow down your reactions to hazards
	increase the speed of your reactions

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35	What is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on a three lane motorway?
	70mph
	50 mph
	60 mph
	80 mph

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36	What shape is a stop sign at a junction?



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37	Which of these apply when driving up a steep hill?
	Higher gears will pull better
	The enqine will work harder to maintain speed
	The steering will feel heavier
	You will slow down quicker
	Overtaking is easier

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38	Excessive or uneven tyre wear can be cause by faults in which of the following
	The suspension
	The gearbox
	Wheel alignment
	The exhaust system
	The braking system
	The accelerator

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39	When about to overtake a motorcyclist which of these signs would make you take special care?



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40	Which sign means no stopping?



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

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42	At an accident a casualty is unconscious. Which of these should you check immediately?
	Airway
	Witnesses
	Breathing
	Circulation
	Broken bones

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43	You are lost and on a busy road. What is the best thing to do?
	Check a map while keeping up with the traffic and looking out for signs
	Turn into a side road where you can stop and look at a map
	Ask a pedestrian when stopped at a traffic light
	Shout to other drivers to ask the way

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44	Which of the following vehicles will use blue flashing lights?
	Bomb disposal
	Motorway maintenance
	Breakdown recovery
	Blood transfusion
	Police patrol

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45	At road junctions which of the following are most vulnerable?
	Car drivers
	Pedestrians
	Cyclists
	Motorcyclists
	Lorry drivers

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46	You are following a learner driver who stalls at a junction. You should
	be patient as you expect them to make mistakes
	rev your engine if they take to long to restart
	stay very close behind and flash your headlights
	immediately steer round them and drive on

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47	Which sign tells you that pedestrians may be walking in the road because there is no pavement?



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48	Your mobile phone rings while you are driving. You should
	pull up at nearest kerb
	stop immediately
	pull up in a suitable place
	answer it immediately

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49	Overtaking is a major cause of collisions. In which of these situations should you not overtake?
	If you are about to turn left
	when approaching a junction
	when your view of the road ahead is blocked
	when travelling up a long hill
	when in a one-way street

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50	To supervise a learner driver you must
	be an approved driving instructor
	be at least 21 years old
	Have held a full driving licence for at least three years
	be an advanced driver

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