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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.

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[Road and Traffic Signs]

What action does this sign indicate?

You are travelling on a one-way road.

You have priority over oncoming traffic.

No overtaking.

You have to give way to oncoming traffic.

Hint

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle is slowing down and maybe about to stop?

Hint

[Attitude]

You are waiting at a pelican crossing and the signals start flashing amber as pictured. You do not see any pedestrians. You should:

Use your horn to alert any pedestrians to your presence.

Proceed at normal speed as you have right of way.

Proceed with caution in case pedestrians appear.

Stop at the crossing and wait for the green light.

Hint

[Hazard Awareness]

Where are you most likely to be affect by crosswinds?

In heavy traffic.

In a built up area.

On a narrow country lane.

Travelling across a bridge on a motorway.

Hint

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

Why are vehicles fitted with front fog lights?

In case your headlights are broken.

In case your vehicle breaks down.

For learner drivers on the motorway.

To improve your visbility ahead.

Hint

[Hazard Awareness]

You are stopped at a zebra crossing. Why should you NOT wave or signal waiting pedestrians to cross?

They may not see you.

They may misinterpret what you are signalling.

There may be another vehicle approaching.

You have right of way and should proceed.

Hint

[Vehicle Handling]

The typical stopping distance for a vehicle travelling at 20 mph (32 km/h) on a dry road is 12 metres (40 feet). What is the typical stopping distance for this vehicle in WET weather?

30 metres (98 feet)

24 metres (80 feet)

18 metres (59 feet)

12 metres (40 feet)

Hint

[Vulnerable Road Users]

Which of these is LEAST likely to be affected by crosswinds?

Cars

Motorcyclists.

Cyclists.

High-sided lorries.

Hint

[Hazard Awareness]

From what minimum distance must you be able to read a vehicle number plate in daylight?

20 metres

5 metres

10 metres

15 metres

Hint

10.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

What does this sign mean?

Pedestrian crossing.

Give way to other traffic.

Stop at the junction.

Oncoming traffic has priority.

Hint

11.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When given by a person authorised to direct traffic, which the following signals means to proceed?

Hint

12.

[Vehicle Handling]

If your vehicle is stationary and is likely to remain so for more than a couple of minutes, you should reduce emissions and noise pollution by:

Revving your engine to keep it warm.

Checking your tyres.

Switching off your engine.

Switching off any radios you have.

Hint

13.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs designates a road with a combined bus and cycle lane along side other traffic?

Hint

14.

[Rules of the Road]

Which of these road markings indicate that no parking or waiting is allowed during times indicated on a nearby sign?

Hint

15.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Hint

16.

[Rules of the Road]

What color road stud or cat's eye indicates the central reservation of a dual carriageway or motorway?

Green

Green/Yellow

Amber

Red

Hint

17.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

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

Solid amber signal.

Solid green signal.

Flashing amber signal.

Red and amber signals together.

Hint

18.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You are driving in a car without working turn indicators. What hand signal would you use before turning left?

Hint

19.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

When overtaking a horse and rider, what should you do?

Use your horn to warn the rider of our presence.

Drive around as quickly as possible.

Flash your headlights at the horse rider.

Overtake slowly if it is safe to do so.

Hint

20.

[Hazard Awareness]

The driver of the car in front is waving their hand in a circle as shown in the picture. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle is braking.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

Hint

21.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You are driving near to a school and see a school crossing patrol ahead. How will they signal you to stop?

They will hold their arm out with the palm facing you.

They will display a 'lollipop' stop sign.

They will flash a light at you.

They will point to the children waiting to cross.

Hint

22.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

A large vehicle in front is overtaking a cyclist. What should you do?

Keep as close to the vehicle in front as possible.

Overtake the cyclist as quickly as possible.

Keep well back to allow the cyclist room to manoeuvre.

Use your horn.

Hint

23.

[Safety Margin]

What is the total typical stopping distance for a car travelling at 60mph (96 km/h)?

53 metres (175 feet)

73 metres (240 feet)

36 metres (118 feet)

96 metres (315 feet)

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24.

[Hazard Awareness]

Which of these hand signals implies the vehicle will turn right or move to the right?

Hint

25.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

You are travelling along a snowy or icy road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?

Increase speed.

Brake hard immediately.

Release the brakes.

Let go of the steering.

Hint

26.

[Alertness]

If you are going to consume alcohol before a journey, you should:

Drive with your hazard lights flashing to warn other vehicles.

Drive faster to reduce risk of collisions.

Only drink wine and not spirits.

Arrange another means of transport.

Hint

27.

[Rules of the Road]

Which of these road markings indicate that no stopping is allowed at any time?

Hint

28.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

When may you use your vehicle's horn? (Select all that apply)

On am empty road in a built up area between 11.30pm and 7am.

When another road user poses a danger.

When another road user annoys you.

To alert other road users of your presence.

Hint

29.

[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 bonnet.

The number plates.

The doors.

The windows.

Hint

30.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

When you approach a junction, you see a long vehicle in front of you is signalling to turn right, but is positioned on the left. What should you do?

Overtake the long vehicle on the right.

Overtake the long vehicle on the left.

Stay back and allow the long vehicle to finish its manoeuvre.

Use your horn to warn the other driver.

Hint

31.

[Attitude]

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

Speed up to get through more quickly.

Stop and wave the pedestrians to cross.

Stop at the crossing to allow the pedestrians to cross.

Stop if the yellow lights are flashing.

Hint

32.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

A person authorised to direct traffic is standing at a road intersection and is holding out their hand towards you as shown in the picture. You should:

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

Speed up to avoid causing traffic congestion.

Stop at the intersection and wait until directed to proceed.

Turn around and find an alternative route.

Hint

33.

[Safety and Your Vehicle]

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

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

When a medical exemption certificate has been issued.

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

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

Hint

34.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

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

Slow down and be ready to stop if necessary.

Use your horn.

Speed up to get around them more quickly.

Turn around and find another route.

Hint

35.

[Vulnerable Road Users]

Some of the most vulnerable road users are: (Select all that apply)

Lorry drivers.

Car drivers.

Cyclists.

Horse riders.

Hint

36.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

When you approach a junction, you see this pictured line ACROSS the road. What does it mean?

You MUST stop at the line when by the 'Stop' sign or when signalled to do so.

You MUST NOT cross this line. Use another lane or slip-road.

Give way to other traffic.

You have right of way.

37.

[Rules of the Road]

Single-track roads are only wide enough for one vehicle. If you see an oncoming vehicle, you should:

Attempt to squeeze by the other vehicle.

Pull into a passing place on your left or wait by a passing place on your right. If necessary, reverse to the nearest place.

Keep going if travelling down hill as you have right of way.

Stop your vehicle and expect the other driver to reverse out of the way.

Hint

38.

[Hazard Awareness]

When you are signalling before making a manoeuvre, you should always:

Begin your manoeuvre immediately as you have right of way.

Use your hazard lights to alert other road users.

Keep signalling for about a minute before you manoeuvre as a warning.

Watch out for signals given by other road users and proceed only when you are satisfied that it is safe.

Hint

39.

[Rules of the Road]

You see this pictured road marking ALONG the centre of the road. You should:

Keep these lines to your left hand side at all times.

Cross this line to take an off-ramp.

Only cross this line to overtake.

NOT cross or straddle except to enter adjoining premises or a side road.

Hint

40.

[Rules of the Road]

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

Amber

White

Red

Green

Hint

41.

[Rules of the Road]

What does a single yellow line along the side of a road indicate when displayed with a corresponding nearby sign?

Parking ONLY allowed during times specified on nearby signpost.

No stopping on lines during times specified.

Free parking on times specified.

Parking or waiting not allowed during times specified on nearby signpost.

Hint

42.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

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

Red

Amber

Blue

Green

Hint

43.

[Motorway Rules]

When you plan your route, why is it a good idea to also plan an alternative route?

Your original route may be blocked by an accident or traffic.

To avoid paying a road toll.

Your first route may have used the wrong map.

To avoid roundabouts.

Hint

44.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

If you see this red traffic light, which light or lights may appear next?

Amber and green lights together.

Yellow light only.

Flashing amber light only.

Green light only.

Hint

45.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

Which of these signs warn that a two-way traffic road crossing is ahead?

Hint

46.

[Other Types of Vehicles]

You see a vehicle with a flashing blue beacon. What type of vehicle could it be? (Select all that apply)

Mountain Rescue

Breakdown recovery

Ambulance

Doctor's car

Hint

47.

[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

Zebra

Toucan

Puffin

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48.

[Road and Traffic Signs]

This road sign pictured indicates:

A tram only lane alongside vehicular traffic.

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

A bus only lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

A combined bus and cycle lane alongside other vehicular traffic.

Hint

49.

[Hazard Awareness]

You are travelling through a residential street. What should you be particularly aware of?

Lorry drivers.

Children playing in the street.

Loud noises coming from houses.

Cars unexpectedly pulling out.

Hint

50.

[Hazard Awareness]

Why is it dangerous to use your fog lights when travelling in clear weather?

Other drivers may think there is fog ahead.

Other drivers may mistake them for your brake lights.

Your fog lights may dazzle other drivers.

They will reduce your concentration.

Hint

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