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Car Theory Full Practice Test

Welcome to the 'Car Practice Test'

This practice test will select 50 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 57 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz, with a hint available on each question should you need it.

Each question is representative of the type used by the DVSA for your real theory exam.

Instructions:

The test will begin after you select the 'Next' button below.
For each question, choose from the four multiple choice answers provided.
Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
A confirmation screen will appear at the end for you to submit the test to be scored. Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.

[Attitude]

You are travelling along a road and you see a car reversing out from a driveway on the left. You should NOT:

Slow down.

Speed up and overtake.

Be prepared to stop.

Use your horn to warn the other driver of your presence.

Hint

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these light signals implies the car will turn right or move to the right?

Hint

[Alertness]

When taking medication, whom should you consult before operating a vehicle?

Your doctor or pharmacist

Your breakdown service.

The local petrol station.

A passenger in your vehicle.

Hint

[Rules of the Road]

You are approaching a pelican crossing with the signals flashing amber as pictured. Pedestrians are waiting to cross the road. You should:

Wait for the green light before proceeding

Rev your engine to let pedestrians know you have right of way.

Use your horn to alert pedestrians to hurry up.

Give way to allow pedestrians plenty of time to cross.

Hint

[Attitude]

You are approaching a zebra crossing and you see pedestrians crossing or waiting to cross. You should:

Stop and wave the pedestrians to cross.

Speed up to get through more quickly.

Stop at the crossing to allow the pedestrians to cross.

Stop if the yellow lights are flashing.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

This road sign pictured indicates:

A combined bus and cycle lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A bus and cycle only road with no entry to other vehicular traffic.

A tram only lane alongside vehicular traffic.

A bus only lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, which of these signs means a current restriction has ended?

Hint

[Rules of the Road]

You are approaching a roundabout and intend to turn right. You should:

Signal right at all times on approach to and exit from the roundabout.

Signal right on approach to the roundabout and then left when leaving.

Not use your signals at all.

Signal left at all times on approach to and exit from the roundabout.

Hint

[Road and Traffic Signs]

A pedestrian crossing has traffic lights that flash amber after showing red and before showing green. What type of crossing is this?

Pelican

Toucan

Zebra

Puffin

Hint

10.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Your car has been covered in snow. Which of these parts of the car should be cleared of ice and snow before beginning a journey: (Select all that apply)

The lights.

The wheels.

The mirrors.

The bumpers.

Hint

11.

[Rules of the Road]

Which road marking along the centre of the road marks where you MUST NOT cross or straddle the line unless it is safe and you need to enter adjoining premises?

Hint

12.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When approaching a chicane or other traffic calming measure, which of these signs might you see?

Hint

13.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

Who should you particularly look out for when reversing?

Motorcycle riders.

Children.

Traffic police.

Pedestrians.

Hint

14.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

When travelling in a vehicle with a child under the age of 14, who is responsible to ensuring their seat belt is fastened?

A passenger next to the child.

The child.

The child's parent or guardian.

The driver.

Hint

15.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

When is it acceptable to NOT wear a seatbelt? (Select all that apply)

When a medical exemption certificate has been issued.

In any vehicle travelling under 40 mph (64 km/h).

Where they are not fitted in passenger seats of minibuses, buses or coaches.

When travelling less than 50 metres whilst delivering or collecting goods.

Hint

16.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

This road sign pictured indicates:

A combined bus and cycle lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A bus only lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A tram only lane alongside vehicular traffic.

A bus and cycle only road with no entry to other vehicular traffic.

Hint

17.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You are travelling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 metres (328 feet) in front. What should you do?

You MUST NOT slow down.

You MUST NOT switch on your fog lights.

You MUST switch on your hazard lights.

You MUST use headlights. You may use fog lights if necessary.

Hint

18.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs designates a bus and cycle ONLY road with no other vehicular traffic allowed?

Hint

19.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

A farmer is herding cows across the road. What should you do?

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Use your horn.

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Turn around and find another route.

Hint

20.

[Rules of the Road]

What color road stud or cat's eye indicates the edge of the main carriageway at lay-bys and slip roads?

Green/Yellow

Amber

Red

Green

Hint

21.

[Rules of the Road]

You are looking to park your vehicle. There is space near to a pedestrian crossing marked by white zig zag lines. You:

Can park on the zig zag lines if no pedestrians are waiting to cross.

Can park on the zig zag lines at any time.

MUST NOT park in the area marked by the zig zag lines at anytime.

Can only park on the zig zag lines outside of school hours.

Hint

22.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What is the maximum speed for a car or motorcycle on a single carriageway road?

40 mph (64 km/h)

70 mph (112 km/h)

50 mph (80 km/h)

60 mph (96 km/h)

Hint

23.

[Vehicle Handling]

If you drive through deep water your brakes might become less effective. What should you do?

Speed up to dry your brakes faster.

Gently apply light pressure to the brakes while driving slowly to dry them out.

Speed up then brake harshly to quickly dry them.

Do not use your brakes for at least 10 minutes.

Hint

24.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, what does this overhead sign mean?

End of previously signalled restrictions.

This lane is closed. Immediately move into an open lane.

You must stop and turn around.

Leave the motorway at the next exit.

Hint

25.

[Hazard Awareness]

If you are dazzled by another vehicle's lights, you should:

Speed up to reduce the time you are dazzled.

Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Put on a pair of sunglasses.

Keep driving, but look away from the lights.

Hint

26.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

What colour beacon does an ambulance display if it is responding to an emergeny call?

Blue

Red

Amber

Green

Hint

27.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

A person authorised to direct traffic is standing at a pedestrian crossing with their lollipop held up as shown in the picture. You should:

Speed up to avoid causing traffic congestion.

Turn around and find an alternative route.

Keep moving, but use your horn to warn of your approach.

Stop at the pedestrian crossing and wait until directed to proceed.

Hint

28.

[Attitude]

In England and Wales, a driver or passenger may only smoke in a vehicle or motor caravan when:

There are NO passengers under 18.

Air conditioning has been fitted.

The vehicle is used exclusively for work purposes.

A window has been rolled down.

Hint

29.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why might they suddenly swerve or move across the traffic lane?

To get a better view of the road ahead.

To avoid an uneven road surface or an icy patch.

As a warning to you that you're travelling too closely.

Cyclists like to show off.

Hint

30.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

What colour beacon does a mountain rescue vehicle display if it is responding to an emergeny call?

Green

Red

Blue

Amber

Hint

31.

[Hazard Awareness]

You want to reverse your car but cannot see if it is safe. You should NOT:

Get out of your vehicle and check before moving.

Use your horn and reverse slowly.

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Glance over your shoulders to check blindspots.

Hint

32.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

If you see this green traffic light, which light or lights will appear next?

Amber and green lights together.

Amber light only.

Red and amber lights together.

Red light only.

Hint

33.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these road signs forbids any overtaking?

Hint

34.

[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 40 mph (64 km/h) on a dry road is 36 metres (118 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in ICY conditions?

360 metres (1180 feet)

900 metres (2950 feet)

720 metres (2360 feet)

540 metres (1770 feet)

Hint

35.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

Tunnel ahead.

No entry to only vehicular traffic.

No entry to all traffic.

Stop at the junction.

Hint

36.

[Rules of the Road]

What color road stud or cat's eye indicates a lane divider or the middle of the road?

Red

Green

White

Amber

Hint

37.

[Safety Margin]

What is the total typical stopping distance for a car travelling at 40mph (64 km/h)?

36 metres (118 feet)

23 metres (75 feet)

12 metres (40 feet)

53 metres (175 feet)

Hint

38.

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn right or move to the right?

Hint

39.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling slowly behind a cyclist in front of you. Why should you give the cyclist plenty of space when overtaking?

The cyclist might swerve to avoid an obstacle.

So that they are more likely to see you.

The rush of wind as you pass can destabilise a cyclist.

To get a better view of the road ahead.

Hint

40.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, what does this sign mean?

You MUST increase your speed to the minimum speed displayed.

A temporary advised speed limit that is NOT compulsory.

You MUST reduce your speed to the maximum speed displayed.

The number of miles until the next services or rest area.

Hint

41.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

At a toucan or puffin crossing, which traffic light will follow the joint solid red and amber signal?

Red and amber signals together.

Solid red signal.

Solid green signal.

Solid amber signal.

Hint

42.

[Safety Margin]

You are about to overtake a cyclist in windy weather. Why should you leave extra room as you overtake?

In case a gust of wind pushes them across the lane.

To stop the wind blowing your exhaust fumes towards them.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To avoid dazzling them with your lights.

Hint

43.

[Hazard Awareness]

The rider of the motorcycle in front of you is holding their arm out straight to the left as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

Hint

44.

[Vehicle Handling]

Your vehicle brakes too quickly in wet or icy conditions and begins to skid. How should you recover control of the vehicle?

Release the brakes. Steer into the skid.

Brake hard immediately. It doesn't matter if the wheels lock.

Increase acceleration to speed up out of the skid.

Speed up whilst steering away from the skid.

Hint

45.

[Rules of the Road]

Which road marking along the road marks the road centre line which you may cross if you wish to overtake or turn if the road is clear?

Hint

46.

[Safety Margin]

What is the total typical stopping distance for a car travelling at 20mph (32 km/h)?

53 metres (175 feet)

36 metres (118 feet)

23 metres (75 feet)

12 metres (40 feet)

Hint

47.

[Hazard Awareness]

Before moving off in a vehicle, you should: (Select all that apply)

Speed off as quickly as possible.

Use all mirrors to check road is clear.

Check your vehicle blind spots for hidden hazards.

Use your signals (if necessary) to warn other road users.

Hint

48.

[Vehicle Handling]

You should adjust your seat and mirrors correctly in order to:

Ensure you can see yourself whilst you drive.

Keep the distracting vehicle controls out of reach.

Ensure comfort, full control and maximum field of vision.

Keep your body as close as possible to the steering wheel, even if its uncomfortable.

Hint

49.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You want to reverse your car, but cannot see clearly behind using the mirrors. You should:

Ask for assistance from a passenger or passer-by.

Open the car doors.

Open the car windows.

Get out of the car and push it backwards.

Hint

50.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, which traffic sign signals for all vehicles to leave the road at the next exit?

Hint

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