Driver Fast Practice

Welcome to the 'Car Short Test'

This practice test will select 10 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 10 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.

1) Which of these road signs indicates you have priority over oncoming traffic?

Hint

2) 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

3) If you are dazzled by bright sunlight, you should:

Slow down, and if necessary stop.

Close your eyes until the dazzling goes away.

Turn your head and face away from the road.

Speed up to get through the dazzle as quickly as possible.

Hint

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

Hint

5) When is it acceptable to NOT have an appropriate seat or booster for a child passenger less than 1.35 metres tall? (Select all that apply)

When there are no Police around.

When making an unexpected short journey.

When the child is over 12 years old.

When 2 occupied restraints prevent use of a child seat or booster in the middle.

6) When MUST your vehicle's headlights be switched on?

At all times.

Any time other vehicles are on the road.

Whenever visibility is reduced.

At night.

Hint

7) What effects can a soft road surface have on your vehicle? (Select all that apply)

Improved fuel efficiency.

Slippery road surface.

Reduced tyre grip.

Noisier exhaust.

Hint

8) What do GREEN stud marks or reflective cat's eyes indicate?

The edge of the main carriageway at lay-bys and slip roads.

The central reservation of a dual carriageway or motorway.

The temporary adjustments to lane layouts, e.g. where road works are taking place.

The left edge of the road.

Hint

9) When driving on snow, why should you stay in a higher gear?

To reduce likelihood of wheel spin.

To consume less fuel.

To drive faster.

To allow for easier braking.

Hint

10) What MUST the driver ensure for each child passenger under 12 years old and less than 1.35 metres?

Each child is NOT wearing a seat belt as they can be dangerous in an accident.

Each child is wearing a high visibility vest.

Each child is using either a baby seat, child seat, booster seat or booster cushion.

Each child is is accompanied by an adult passenger.

Thank you for completing the 'Car Short Test'

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Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.

Car Theory Fast Practice Test