Welcome to the 'Car Practice Test'
This practice test will select 50 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 57 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.
[Other Types of Vehicles]
You see an emergency vehicle with a flashing green beacon. What type of vehicle is it?
Hint
3.
[Safety and Your Vehicle]
When should you reverse from a side road into a main road?
Hint
4.
[Other Types of Vehicles]
Unregistered and untaxed vehicles can only be used:
Hint
5.
[Other Types of Vehicles]
If a vehicle has a maximum speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) or less, what must they display when travelling on a dual carriageway?
Hint
8.
[Other Types of Vehicles]
When you approach a junction, you see a long vehicle in front of you is signalling to turn right, but is positioned on the left. What should you do?
Hint
12.
[Safety and Your Vehicle]
You are travelling along a snowy or icy road in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes. You apply the brakes and your vehicle begins to skid. What should you do?
Hint
21.
[Other Types of Vehicles]
You see a vehicle with a flashing blue beacon. What type of vehicle could it be? (Select all that apply)
Hint
23.
[Safety and Your Vehicle]
When should you NOT reverse from a side road into a main road?
Hint
24.
[Safety and Your Vehicle]
You are travelling along a road and you cannot see more than 100 metres (328 feet) in front. What should you do?
Hint
26.
[Safety and Your Vehicle]
You are driving near to a school and see a school crossing patrol ahead. How will they signal you to stop?
Hint
27.
[Other Types of Vehicles]
You see a vehicle with a flashing blue beacon. What type of vehicle could it be? (Select all that apply)
Hint
28.
[Other Types of Vehicles]
What colour beacon does a doctor's car display if it is responding to an emergeny call?
Hint
38.
[Safety and Your Vehicle]
What MUST the driver ensure for each child passenger under 12 years old and less than 1.35 metres?
42.
[Safety and Your Vehicle]
You are travelling in heavy traffic in wet weather. Rain and spray from the road are limiting visibility. You should: (Select all that apply)
Hint
43.
[Other Types of Vehicles]
Why should you be aware of long vehicles when at a junction or roundabout?
Hint
Thank you for completing the 'Car Practice Test'
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Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.