UK Driving Theory Test All Possible Questions and
Answers 2023 Verified
When are warning triangles used and how far should you place them away from the
obstruction?
used when broken down, placed 45m (147 ft) away from obstruction
Cars parked on roads at night must use sidelights/parking lights if the speed limit
exceeds...
30mph
Convex mirrors give...
a wider field of vision
When tackling a limited visibility junction...
use peep and creep and reflections to help you see
What should you be aware of when turning right?
motorcyclists
What should you be aware of when turning left?
cyclists and pedestrians
What must you do when carrying a baby in a rear-facing baby seat in the passenger
seat?
deactivate the passenger airbags
If you are taking medication you should...
seek medical advice before driving
If you are feeling drowsy whilst driving you should...
stop and rest as soon as safe and legal, ensure you have good supply of fresh air
The 2 second rule (following distance) is used in what kind of conditions?
Good, dry conditions
On wet roads, you should increase following distance by how much?
Double (4 seconds)
In icy conditions, how much should you increase the following distance by?
10 times
In icy or snowy conditions, at what gear and speed should you drive?
in the highest gear possible at a slow speed
What are some signs of black ice?
steering feels light and tyres may sound quieter on the road.
Define tailgating
following another vehicle too closely
What should you do if a car is following too closely behind?
increase the stopping space in front of you to allow more time to stop in.
How can you use the engine to control your speed?
by changing to a lower gear
Define coasting
keeping the clutch down or being in neutral
Give two disadvantages of coasting
it gives less steering and less braking control
How should an emergency brake be applied?
, Rapidly and firmly
When might ABS fail?
On loose road conditions
Why are ABS used?
to allow you to steer while braking
What is the main cause of skidding?
the driver
What should you do if your car begins to skid?
steer into it (eg. skid right, turn right)
How should you handle driving through a ford?
drive in a low gear and slowly, test your brakes afterwards
If a trailer starts snaking what should you do?
ease off of the gas and slow down gently
What are some things that affect stopping distance?
weather, tyre/brake conditions, speed of travel, health, ability, alertness
What is the stopping distance for 20mph?
40 ft
What is the stopping distance for 30mph?
75 ft
What is the stopping distance for 40mph?
118 ft
What is the stopping distance for 50mph?
175 ft
What is the braking distance for 50 mph?
125 ft
What is the stopping distance for 60mph?
240 ft
What is the stopping distance for 70 mph?
315 ft
What does a vehicle with a green flashing beacon mean?
Dr on call
What does a vehicle with blue flashing lights mean?
Emergency service vehicles
When may you use hazard lights?
when stopped and temporarily obstructing traffic, when on hard shoulder (emergency
only), when traffic suddenly slow ahead on a motorway
When do you use parking lights?
for parking
When do you use dipped headlights?
for driving in poor conditions/at night; prevents dazzling of other drivers
When do you use full beam lights?
when it won't blind others, only when the road ahead is clear of traffic
When may you use your horn and flashing headlights?
To alert others of your presence. The horn should only be used to warn for danger
When may you use your fog lights?
When visibility is less than 100 meters (328 ft)
Answers 2023 Verified
When are warning triangles used and how far should you place them away from the
obstruction?
used when broken down, placed 45m (147 ft) away from obstruction
Cars parked on roads at night must use sidelights/parking lights if the speed limit
exceeds...
30mph
Convex mirrors give...
a wider field of vision
When tackling a limited visibility junction...
use peep and creep and reflections to help you see
What should you be aware of when turning right?
motorcyclists
What should you be aware of when turning left?
cyclists and pedestrians
What must you do when carrying a baby in a rear-facing baby seat in the passenger
seat?
deactivate the passenger airbags
If you are taking medication you should...
seek medical advice before driving
If you are feeling drowsy whilst driving you should...
stop and rest as soon as safe and legal, ensure you have good supply of fresh air
The 2 second rule (following distance) is used in what kind of conditions?
Good, dry conditions
On wet roads, you should increase following distance by how much?
Double (4 seconds)
In icy conditions, how much should you increase the following distance by?
10 times
In icy or snowy conditions, at what gear and speed should you drive?
in the highest gear possible at a slow speed
What are some signs of black ice?
steering feels light and tyres may sound quieter on the road.
Define tailgating
following another vehicle too closely
What should you do if a car is following too closely behind?
increase the stopping space in front of you to allow more time to stop in.
How can you use the engine to control your speed?
by changing to a lower gear
Define coasting
keeping the clutch down or being in neutral
Give two disadvantages of coasting
it gives less steering and less braking control
How should an emergency brake be applied?
, Rapidly and firmly
When might ABS fail?
On loose road conditions
Why are ABS used?
to allow you to steer while braking
What is the main cause of skidding?
the driver
What should you do if your car begins to skid?
steer into it (eg. skid right, turn right)
How should you handle driving through a ford?
drive in a low gear and slowly, test your brakes afterwards
If a trailer starts snaking what should you do?
ease off of the gas and slow down gently
What are some things that affect stopping distance?
weather, tyre/brake conditions, speed of travel, health, ability, alertness
What is the stopping distance for 20mph?
40 ft
What is the stopping distance for 30mph?
75 ft
What is the stopping distance for 40mph?
118 ft
What is the stopping distance for 50mph?
175 ft
What is the braking distance for 50 mph?
125 ft
What is the stopping distance for 60mph?
240 ft
What is the stopping distance for 70 mph?
315 ft
What does a vehicle with a green flashing beacon mean?
Dr on call
What does a vehicle with blue flashing lights mean?
Emergency service vehicles
When may you use hazard lights?
when stopped and temporarily obstructing traffic, when on hard shoulder (emergency
only), when traffic suddenly slow ahead on a motorway
When do you use parking lights?
for parking
When do you use dipped headlights?
for driving in poor conditions/at night; prevents dazzling of other drivers
When do you use full beam lights?
when it won't blind others, only when the road ahead is clear of traffic
When may you use your horn and flashing headlights?
To alert others of your presence. The horn should only be used to warn for danger
When may you use your fog lights?
When visibility is less than 100 meters (328 ft)
