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) When travelling on a motorway or major 'A' road, which of these signs warns of reduced visibility?

Hint

2) Which of these light signals implies the motorcycle will turn right or move to the right?

Hint

3) 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:

Speed up to avoid causing traffic congestion.

Stop at the intersection and wait until directed to proceed.

Turn around and find an alternative route.

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

Hint

4) The motorcycle in front of you has a bright red light as shown. What do you expect the vehicle to do next?

The vehicle shall move to the right or turn right.

The vehicle is reversing.

The vehicle shall move to the left or turn left.

The vehicle is braking.

Hint

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

Flashing amber signal.

Solid green signal.

Red and amber signals together.

Solid amber signal.

Hint

6) 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:

Turn around and find an alternative route.

Stop at the intersection and wait until directed to proceed.

Slow down and proceed cautiously. Prepare to stop if directed to do so.

Speed up to avoid causing traffic congestion.

Hint

7) What is the total typical stopping distance for a car travelling at 70mph (112 km/h)?

36 metres (118 feet)

53 metres (175 feet)

73 metres (240 feet)

96 metres (315 feet)

Hint

8) Your car has been covered in snow. In addition to clearing the windows, why is it a good idea to remove any snow from the roof?

To avoid snow falling onto the windscreen whilst braking.

To reduce fuel consumption.

To improve vehicle steering.

To allow the car to warm up more quickly.

Hint

9) When MUST you switch off your fog lights?

When visibility is less than 100 metres (328 feet).

When visibility is greater than 100 metres (328 feet).

Visibility is greater than 25 metres (82 feet).

When visibility is greater than 50 metres (164 feet).

Hint

10) When may you flash your headlights at another road user?

When another road user annoys you.

To alert other road users of your presence.

To warn oncoming drivers of a hidden police patrol.

To signal another stationary road user that they can proceed.

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Thank you for completing the 'Car Short Test'

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Car Theory Fast Practice Test