Mock Test #3 – Study for the DVSA Car Test

Driver's Mock Test #3 - Car Test Questions

#1: You are driving on a narrow and busy road. You wish to overtake a long, slow-moving vehicle ahead. What should you do?

Squeeze between the vehicle and oncoming traffic Flash your headlights until oncoming traffic gives way Keep well back until the road is clear Stay close behind and close to road centre

Do not follow other vehicles too closely. Keeping well back gives you a better view of the road ahead. Make sure that you have enough room to complete your overtaking manoeuvre before committing yourself.

Highway code rule: 164.

#2: If traffic lights are not working, you should proceed as if the junction is:

Controlled by triangles marked on the road Controlled by stop signs Controlled by give way signs Uncontrolled

If the traffic lights are not working, treat the situation as you would an unmarked junction and proceed with great care.

Traffic lights not working means that the traffic lights do not light up. An unmarked junction does not have any give way or stop signs and will have no junction lines. In general, no one has priority in this type of junction.

Highway code rule: 176.

#3: What is the main cause of brake fade?

The brakes overheating Air in the brake system Improperly adjusted brakes Grease or oil on the brakes

Brake fade is usually caused by a build-up of heat in the braking surfaces. It occurs most often during high performance driving or when going down a long, steep hill. It is more prevalent in drum brakes. Disc brakes are more resistant to brake fade.

Highway code rule: 117.

#4: Who has priority when a vehicle joins the motorway?

The driver already on the motorway The driver joining the motorway The driver with the largest vehicle The slowest driver

When you join the motorway you will normally approach it from a road on the left (a slip road) or from an adjoining motorway. You should give priority to traffic already on the motorway.

Highway code rule: 259.

#5: Why is coasting for too long dangerous?

You have less braking and steering control Steering wheel will lock up It damages the tyres Your car can start to skid

Coasting can reduce driver control because

engine braking is eliminated
vehicle speed downhill will increase quickly
increased use of the footbrake can reduce its effectiveness
steering response will be affected, particularly on bends and corners
it may be more difficult to select the appropriate gear when needed.

Highway code rule: 122.

#6: What is the reason for yellow criss-cross lines on the road in a junction?

To prevent queuing traffic from blocking the junction To mark out an area for trams only To mark the entrance lane to a car park To mark an area where pedestrians may cross

Box junctions have criss-cross yellow lines painted on the road. They tell you that you must not enter the box until your exit road or lane is clear.

Highway code rule: 174.

#7: A driver who approaches a pelican crossing when the amber light is flashing must always:

Keep speed, even if pedestrians are still on the crossing Give way to any pedestrians on the crossing Wait for the green light before moving on Signal any pedestrian to cross

If the amber light is flashing and there are no pedestrians on the crossing, you may proceed with caution.

Highway code rule: 196.

#8: What does this sign mean?

Traffic queues likely Traffic merges onto main carriageway Slow-moving vehicles on incline Hump bridge

The slow-moving vehicles signs are intended for use on roads where the gradient is such as to have an adverse effect on the speed of heavy commercial vehicles, thereby causing a potential hazard to other vehicles in the same lane.

Distance over which slow-moving vehicles hazard extends is shown on a plate below the sign.

#9: Using a hands-free device to make a phone call while driving:

Is recommended by The Highway Code Is always safe Must only be used after reducing speed Can distract your attention from the road

Never use a hand-held microphone when driving. Using hands-free equipment is also likely to distract your attention from the road.

Highway code rule: 149.

#10: You must always stop when signalled to do so by which of the following?

A school teacher An elderly pedestrian A bus driver A traffic warden

You must always stop when signalled to do so by a police or traffic officer, traffic warden, school crossing patrol.

Highway code rule: 105.

#11: You intend to tow a caravan along a motorway. How can you reduce the risk of swerving and snaking on the road?

By allowing a passenger to ride in the caravan By driving close to the left side of the road By keeping all windows open By properly distributing the weight in the caravan

Towing is different from everyday driving. It requires some additional driving skills and safety precautions.

You should properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer with heavy items mainly over the axle(s) and ensure a downward load on the tow ball. Do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended weight and tow ball load.

Highway code rule: 98.

#12: Front fog lights should be used:

When you are blinded by oncoming headlights When driving during the hours of darkness In any conditions and at any time When visibility is reduced to 100 metres (328 feet)

You MUST use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced, generally when you cannot see for more than 100 metres (328 feet). You may also use front or rear fog lights but you MUST switch them off when visibility improves.

Highway code rules: 226, 236.

#13: A large vehicle pulls out in front of you at a junction. What should you do?

Slow down and be ready to stop Swerve past it and sound your horn Move to the right-hand side of the road Accelerate past it immediately

Remember, large vehicles need extra room. Long vehicles may have to use the whole width of the road to make a turn.

Highway code rules: 170, 221.

#14: If your car starts to skid, which is the most common cause?

You were driving too fast Brake failure Poor road conditions The overall weight of your car

Skidding is usually caused by the driver braking, accelerating or steering too harshly or driving too fast for the road conditions. A road that is normally safe can become dangerous when it is slippery. Slow down to a speed at which you can control the car.

Highway code rule: 119.

#15: Where would you expect to see these markers?

On a slow moving vehicle On a motorway sign On a bridge On a large goods vehicle

These vertical markings are required to be fitted to builders' skips placed in the road, commercial vehicles or combinations longer than 13 metres. They are optional on combinations between 11 and 13 metres.

Highway code rule: 284.

#16: This cycle lane is marked by a solid white line. During its period of operation:

You may use the lane for overtaking You must not drive in the lane You may drive in the lane only when necessary You may park your car in the lane

You MUST NOT drive or park in a cycle lane marked by a solid white line during its times of operation.

Highway code rule: 140.

#17: Which type of light-controlled crossings are designed for horse riders?

Toucan crossings Equestrian crossings Zebra crossings Pelican crossings

Equestrian crossings (or Pegasus crossings) are for horse riders. They have pavement barriers, wider crossing spaces, horse and rider figures in the light panels and either two sets of controls (one higher), or just one higher control panel.

Highway code rule: 27.

#18: You are driving at normal speed on a wet road. What should you do if your car starts to skid?

Brake hard and steer onto the hard shoulder Ease off the accelerator and steer into the skid Turn your steering wheel sharply to the left Quickly pull up the handbrake

If skidding occurs, remove the cause by easing off the accelerator.

Stay off the brake. Until the vehicle slows, your brakes could cause you to skid more. Turn the steering wheel in the direction you want the vehicle to go (into the skid). Continue to correct your steering until the vehicle is moving down the road under your control.

Highway code rule: 119.

#19: You are following a cyclist. You wish to turn left just ahead. You should:

Hold back until the cyclist has passed the junction Pull alongside the cyclist and stay level until after the junction Carefully overtake the cyclist before the junction Go around the cyclist on the junction

Do not overtake just before you turn left and watch out for traffic coming up on your left before you make the turn.

Highway code rules: 182, 212.

#20: When entering a tunnel, which lights should you use?

Full beam headlights No lights Parking lights Dipped headlights

A tunnel means limited visibility. Before entering a tunnel, switch on your dipped headlights. This will allow you to see and be seen.

Highway code rule: 226.

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Reaching the Perfect Score

If you reach the perfect score of 100% on more than one car test, you are most likely ready for the real thing. But don’t just memorise mock questions and answers. You are more likely to retain facts you truly understand or have studied thoroughly, rather than phrases you have just tried to memorise.

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It is a good idea to always have the Highway Code handy. Read up on mistakes and try to understand why you missed a question. Did you misunderstand the question or answer? Did you read too fast? Or did you simply not know the answer?

Remember, structured learning instead of just memorising is an important key to success.