Mock Test #9 – Find Your Weaknesses

#1: Which road marking indicates that overtaking is not allowed?

 

 

 

 

Double white lines where the line nearest you is solid. This means you must not cross or straddle it unless it is safe and you need to enter adjoining premises or a side road. You may cross the line if necessary, provided the road is clear, to pass a stationary vehicle, or overtake a pedal cycle, horse or road maintenance vehicle, if they are travelling at 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.

Highway code rule: 129.

#2: You approach this road sign. What should you expect ahead?

A humpback bridge Road humps Road works A tunnel entrance

Traffic calming schemes can employ a variety of measures, including road humps and narrowings. Warning signs often indicate the type of measure to be expected.

Highway code rule: 153.

#3: You are dazzled by headlights coming towards you at night. What should you do?

Put your hand over your eyes Slow down or stop Turn on your full beam headlights Pull down your sun visor

If you are dazzled by oncoming headlights slow down, or stop, if necessary.

Never look directly into the oncoming headlights. Glance toward the right edge of your lane.

Highway code rule: 115.

#4: You approach a school crossing patrol officer giving this signal. What does it mean?

Barrier to stop pedestrians crossing. Not ready to cross pedestrians All vehicles must stop Ready to cross pedestrians

This signal means all vehicles must stop.

You must obey signals given by police officers, traffic officers, traffic wardens, and signs used by school crossing patrols.

You can download the pdf version of Signals by Authorised Persons here.

Highway code rules: 105, 210.

#5: This sign indicates a mandatory cycle lane. It shows no hours of operation. What does it mean?

It is in operation at all times It is only in operation during peak hours It is only in operation during daytime It is not in operation at all

When hours of operation are not shown the lane is in operation at all times.

Highway code rule: 140.

#6: You are driving along a wet road. How can you tell if your vehicle’s tyres are losing their grip on the surface?

The steering will feel very light The tyres will make a thumping sound The engine noise will increase The engine will stall

If the steering becomes unresponsive, it probably means that water is preventing the tyres from gripping the road. Ease off the accelerator and slow down gradually.

Highway code rule: 227.

#7: What is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles in built-up areas?

40 mph 50 mph 30 mph 60 mph

National speed limits for cars and motorcycles are: 30 mph (48 km/h) in built-up areas, 60 mph (96 km/h) on single carriageways, and 70 mph (112 km/h) on dual carriageways and motorways.

The 30 mph limit usually applies to all traffic on all roads with street lighting unless signs show otherwise.

Highway code rules: 124, 125.

#8: The hard shoulder of a motorway could be used for:

Stopping in an emergency Leaving the motorway Stopping when you are tired Joining the motorway

You may only stop in an emergency or breakdown.

Do not stop on the hard shoulder to either make or receive mobile phone calls.

Highway code rules: 269, 270.

#9: You are driving at daytime. When MUST you use dipped headlights?

Along narrow streets All the time In poor visibility When parking

Use dipped headlights, or dim-dip if fitted, in dull daytime weather, to ensure that you can be seen.

Highway code rules: 113, 226.

#10: You are travelling along a motorway. Which sign indicates reduced visibility ahead?

 

 

 

 

Reduced visibility ahead. Amber flashing lights may indicate a temporary maximum speed limit, lanes that are closed or a message such as Fog.

Highway code rule: 257.

#11: You take some over-the-counter cough medicine. What should you do before driving?

Drink strong coffee Take a short nap Ask your friend for advice Check the label

You must not drive under the influence of drugs or medicine.

Check the instructions or ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Using illegal drugs is highly dangerous. Never take them if you intend to drive - the effects are unpredictable, but can be even more severe than alcohol and may result in fatal or serious road crashes.

Remember, many medicines can affect your ability to drive safely - always read the warning on the label.

Highway code rule: 96.

#12: You carry a load on a roof rack. The load must be:

Visible in your exterior mirror Securely fastened Loaded to the rear Covered with plastic sheeting

You must secure your load. If you cover your load, make sure that the cover is also securely fitted.

Highway code rule: 98.

#13: Red reflective road studs mark:

The right-hand edge of the road Driving lanes going in the same direction A slip road or exit The left-hand edge of the road

Red studs mark the left edge of the road. White studs mark the lanes or the middle of the road.

If you see red studs on your right and white studs on your left, you are going the wrong way.

Highway code rule: 132.

#14: You plan to turn left into a side road ahead. What hazards should you be especially aware of?

Traffic congestion Parked vehicles Road humps Pedestrians

Watch out for pedestrians crossing a road into which you are turning. If they have started to cross they have priority, so give way.

Highway code rule: 170.

#15: When must you stop on a motorway?

When signalled by another driver When you are tired and need a rest When red lights show above every lane When your mobile phone rings

You MUST NOT stop except in an emergency, when told to do so by the police or HA traffic officers, or when red lights on the overhead signals flash above all lanes.

Highway code rule: 270.

#16: What does this sign mean?

Keep right Left turn only Do not enter No right turn

No right turn.

#17: You are towing a caravan along a motorway. The caravan begins to swerve from side to side. What is the best thing to do?

Ease off the accelerator and slow down gently Steer off the road Move closer to the centre of the road Brake hard and firm

Ease off the accelerator and reduce speed gently to regain control. Braking or steering heavily can make matters worse.

To avoid swerving or snaking, you should properly distribute the weight in your caravan or trailer with heavy items mainly over the axle(s).

Highway code rule: 98.

#18: Keeping an unused roof rack fitted to your car will

Affect the suspension Waste fuel Make your car faster Affect your braking

The heavier your car is, the more fuel you will waste.

Highway code rule: 98.

#19: You are approaching a motorcycle from behind. Which sign tells you to use extra caution in this situation?

 

 

 

 

Side winds can suddenly move a motorcycle from one side of the lane to the other. If you are following a motorcycle in this situation give yourself extra room to account for the unexpected movements of the cycle. The side winds sign is used where vehicles are suddenly exposed to risk from strong winds. Such locations may include exposed bridges or places where vehicles emerge from cuttings in areas which are particularly prone to high winds.

#20: You may use hazard warning lights in the following situations, except:

When your vehicle is stationary and temporarily obstructing traffic When reversing When your vehicle has broken down On a motorway to warn of a hazard ahead

Hazard warning lights may be used when your vehicle is stationary and temporarily obstructing traffic. You MUST NOT use hazard warning lights while driving or being towed unless you are on a motorway or unrestricted dual carriageway and you need to warn drivers behind you of a hazard or obstruction ahead.

Highway code rule: 116.

#21: Which of the following is a likely effect of drinking alcohol?

Improved co-ordination Better judgement of speed Increased concentration Slower reactions

Any amount of alcohol affects your ability to drive safely. It affects judgement of speed, distance and risk. It reduces co-ordination and slows down reactions. It also gives a false sense of confidence.

Highway code rule: 95.

#22: You apply light pressure on your brake pedal while driving in low gear. This will help to:

Dry your brakes when wet Improve fuel consumption Cool down the tyres Keep your brakes from overheating

If brakes are wet and not fully effective, gently apply light pressure while driving slowly. This will help to dry them out.

Highway code rule: 121.

#23: You approach this cyclist from behind. What is the best thing to do?

Flash your headlights at the cyclist Overtake before the cyclist gets to the junction Slow down and allow the cyclist to turn Overtake the cyclist on the left-hand side

Give cyclists time and space. Overtake only when it is safe

Highway code rules: 182, 212.

#24: Near schools, you should:

Keep up your speed and sound the horn Speed up to clear the area quickly Come to a full stop at all crossings Drive slowly and be particularly aware of young cyclists and pedestrians

Drive slowly and be particularly aware of young cyclists and pedestrians.

Highway code rule: 208.

#25: While driving, this warning light on your instrument panel comes on. What should you do?

Continue with your full beam headlights on Continue quickly to your local garage Stop and investigate the problem Switch off all lights and reduce speed

Make sure that you understand the meaning of all warning displays on the vehicle instrument panel. An exclamation mark in a circle could indicate that there is a fault within the braking system.

#26: You are travelling on this one-way street. You wish to turn left ahead. How should you position yourself?

In the left-hand lane In either lane, it doesn't matter In the centre lane In the right-hand lane

Unless road signs or markings indicate otherwise, you should use

• the left-hand lane when going left
• the right-hand lane when going right
• the most appropriate lane when going straight ahead.

Highway code rule: 143.

#27: You approach this sign. What must you do?

Stop, ONLY if a red light is showing Stop, ONLY if you must give way to pedestrians Stop, even if the road is clear Stop, ONLY if traffic is approaching

You must stop behind the line at a junction with a stop sign and a solid white line across the road. Wait for a safe gap in the traffic before you proceed.

Highway code rule: 171.

#28: Skidding is most likely to happen when driving:

On surface water In foggy conditions At night on unlit roads In heavy traffic

A skid usually occurs when there is not enough traction to keep the tyres rolling. On a wet road water can build up between the tyres and the road surface, forcing the tyres to ride on a film of water. On gravel and dirt roads tyres could also loose traction. To avoid getting into a skid, adjust your speed to the conditions, then look well ahead so that you have plenty of time to react smoothly.

Highway code rule: 119.

#29: You carry a 5 year-old child in the back seat of your car for a short distance. The child is under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5 inches) and a correct child restraint is not available. The child must:

Share a belt with an adult Use an adult belt Sit in the lap of an adult Sit behind the driver seat

Correct child restraint must be used where seat belts fitted.

If correct child restraint is not available in a licensed taxi or private hire vehicle, or for reasons of unexpected necessity over a short distance, or if two occupied restraints prevent fitment of a third, adult belt must be used.

Highway code rules: 99, 100.

#30: Where should you take extra care and look out for motorcyclists?

On dual carriageways At junctions In no-overtaking zones On one-way streets

Take extra care at junctions. You should watch out for cyclists, motorcyclists, powered wheelchairs/mobility scooters and pedestrians as they are not always easy to see. Junctions are the most likely places for car/motorcycle collisions to occur. This usually is the result of a car driver not seeing the motorcycle and turning into the motorcycle's path.

Highway code rule: 170.

#31: You see a pedestrian with a red and white striped cane. This means that the person is:

Deaf only Blind only Physically disabled Deaf and blind

Particularly vulnerable pedestrians include deafblind people who may be carrying a white cane with a red band or using a dog with a red and white harness. They may not see or hear instructions or signals.

Highway code rule: 207.

#32: When approaching a zebra crossing and pedestrians are waiting to cross, you should normally:

Give way to the elderly and infirm only Wave at them to cross the road Move to the middle of the road and proceed Slow down and prepare to stop

As you approach a zebra crossing, look out for pedestrians waiting to cross and be ready to slow down or stop to let them cross. Do not wave or use your horn to invite pedestrians across - this could be dangerous if another vehicle is approaching. Those with disabilities or walking difficulties require more time to cross the road. Be patient and allow them to cross in their own time. Do not hurry them by revving your engine or edging forward.

Highway code rules: 194, 195.

#33: Which sign gives you advance warning of a double bend ahead?

 

 

 

 

Double bend first to the right. The sign is used where bends of similar severity follow in close proximity.

#34: If anything falls from your vehicle on to the road, you should stop and retrieve it

Always on motorways and single carriageways Always when it may create a hazard Only on motorways Only if it is safe to do so

Stop and retrieve it only if it is safe to do so.

On a motorway you should not try to remove the obstruction yourself. Stop at the next emergency telephone and call the Highways Agency or the police.

Highway code rules: 279, 280.

#35: In winter weather, you must clear ice and snow from your vehicle’s windows, lights, and number plates:

Before you set off Only if you plan to drive outside city limits Unless your journey is short Only if snow can fall off into the path of other road users

Before you set off you MUST be able to see, so clear all snow and ice from all your windows. You MUST also ensure that lights are clean and number plates are clearly visible and legible.

Highway code rule: 229.

#36: Powered vehicles, such as wheelchairs or scooters, used by disabled people have a maximum speed of

24 mph 36 mph 8 mph 16 mph

These small vehicles travel at a maximum speed of 8 mph (12 km/h).

Highway code rule: 220.

#37: Who has priority at unmarked junctions?

Any vehicle using its horn The larger vehicle The faster vehicle Nobody

In side roads and country lanes you should look out for unmarked junctions where nobody has priority.

Highway code rule: 146.

#38: From top to bottom, traffic lights are:

Yellow, green, red Green, yellow, red Red, green, yellow Red, yellow, green

The correct order is: red, yellow, green.

Highway code rule: 109.

#39: On right-hand bends you should:

Position in the centre of the road Keep well to the right Keep well to the left

Keep well to the left on right-hand bends. This will improve your view of the road and help avoid the risk of colliding with traffic approaching from the opposite direction.

Highway code rule: 160.

#40: Signs have different colours and shapes for easy identification. What is the background colour on a tourist destination sign like this?

Green Blue Brown Yellow

Tourist destinations are shown on signs with brown backgrounds.

#41: If you need to use arm signals, how would you signal a slowdown?

For slowing down, extend the right hand at shoulder level with palm facing downward, and wave it downwards and upwards.

Use an arm signal to emphasise or reinforce your signal lights if necessary.

Highway code rule: 103.

#42: You are feeling tired when driving. You decide to find a safe place to stop. Until you can stop and rest it is a good idea to:

Keep your eyes still and focused Decrease your speed by half Open a window to get fresh air Increase speed to find a rest area quickly

Open a window to increase fresh airflow. It may help you stay alert until you can stop and rest.

Highway code rules: 91, 262.

#43: You are driving a vehicle fitted with anti-lock brakes. This feature allows you to:

Drive at higher speeds Steer and brake at the same time Stop in a much shorter distance Pay less attention to road conditions

Anti-lock brakes are designed to help drivers maintain some steering ability and avoid skidding while braking. Do not assume that a vehicle with ABS will stop in a shorter distance.

Highway code rule: 120.

#44: Who must give way on a road with this sign?

Traffic facing the sign Oncoming traffic

Priority must be given to vehicles from the opposite direction on a narrow length of road.

#45: Which of the following road users are most vulnerable?

Drivers of small cars Police patrols Lorry drivers Horse riders

The most vulnerable road users are pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and horse riders.

Highway code rule: 204.

#46: What is the purpose of the yellow criss-cross lines on the road in this junction?

To make you more aware of the traffic lights To guide you into position as you turn To show you where to stop To prevent the junction from becoming blocked

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.

#47: When approaching this bridge you should give way to.

Buses and lorries Bicycles Motorcycles Cars

High vehicles may need to move to the middle of the road so that they can pass safely under the bridge. You should be ready to stop and give way to oncoming high vehicles in the middle of the road. Remember to look well down the road, through the bridge and be aware you may have to stop.

Highway code rules: 166, 221.

#48: You are leaving a motorway. You discover that you have taken the wrong exit. What should you do?

Use hazard warning lights and carefully reverse Make a U-turn on the hard shoulder Continue driving Stop on the shoulder until it is safe to reverse

If you have taken the wrong exit, carry on. Never reverse or drive against the traffic flow.

Highway code rule: 263.

#49: Which of these may use motorways?

Agricultural vehicles Tanker lorries Learner motorcyclists Racing cyclists

Motorways MUST NOT be used by:

• pedestrians
• holders of provisional motorcycle or car licences
• riders of motorcycles under 50 cc
• cyclists
• horse riders
• certain slow-moving vehicles and those carrying oversized loads (except by special permission)
• agricultural vehicles
• powered wheelchairs/powered mobility scooters.

Highway code rule: 253.

#50: Which of the following is most likely to take an unusual course at roundabouts?

A milk float A delivery van A fast sports car A horse rider

Give plenty of room to cyclists and horse riders who may stay in the left-hand lane and signal right if they intend to continue round the roundabout. Allow them to do so.

Highway code rule: 187.

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Rethink Your Weaknesses and Identify Your Areas for Improvement

This mock test is a full-length car theory test with 50 questions and answers, randomly drawn from a pool of 100 questions. You’ll find the answers at the end of the test.

Topics You Should Focus on

The car theory questions picked for our mock tests cover all areas of the DVSA examination. They help you find your weaknesses and help you determine if you are ready for the final exam or not.

If you are uncertain about answers or miss 8 or more questions, start by identifying your weaknesses. There are always areas that we more or less about.

If you don’t really know your weak spots, look at these three major topics:

• Vulnerable road users: Most accidents happen at junctions. Vulnerable road users like children, pedestrians, older or disabled people, cyclists and motorcyclists are often involved. You must be aware the risks and what you can do to avoid accidents.
• Give Way: Understand that laws don’t give you the right of way in any situation. They only advise you when you should give way to others. Signalling and other proper actions at junctions are extremely important. Learn how to read different situations when you get reach a junction or roundabout.
• Fit to Drive: A driver must always be fit to drive when he or she is behind the wheel. It is your responsibility to make sure that you are fit to drive safely. Understand that medical conditions, alcohol, drugs, and even emotions can negatively affect your driving. It all boils down to that you need to protect yourself, your passengers, and other road users.

Next Step: Scan the Highway Code

Look at the three topics above and scan the Highway Code for every rule that fits into these the categories. How many can you find? What do you think that DVSA is likely to ask on an exam that covers these topics. Write down your own questions and answers.

This is strategic learning. You should now be off to a good start for passing the next mock test.