Welcome to the 'Lorry Practice Test'
This practice test will select 100 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 55 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.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
On a three-lane motorway, when may a lorry over 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass use the right-hand lane?
2.
Vehicle Condition
What precautions should you take when tightening wheel nuts after replacing a tyre? (Choose TWO)
3.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
4.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
How often must an analogue tachograph be recalibrated under EC rules?
5.
Other Road Users
What should you do if pedestrians are crossing the minor road you are turning into?
6.
Leaving the Vehicle
What must you always do before leaving your vehicle?
7.
The Road
When is weight transfer most noticeable? (Choose TWO)
8.
The Road
Why should following distance increase in heavy rain? (Choose THREE)
9.
The Road
When is spray-suppression equipment most useful?
10.
Leaving the Vehicle,Vehicle Condition
What effect does double-declutching have in a vehicle with synchromesh gears?
11.
Vehicle Loading
What must you ensure when transporting sheep for more than eight hours?
12.
Leaving the Vehicle
What dangers should you be aware of when opening tanker hatches? (Choose THREE)
13.
Braking Systems
What warning would indicate low air pressure in a vehicle with air-assisted hydraulic brakes?
14.
The Road
When are high-sided vehicles most vulnerable to side winds? (Choose TWO)
15.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
Your vehicle is over 3 metres (approx. 9 feet 10 inches) high. Where is that height information normally shown?
16.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these symbols recorded on a tachograph indicates a break or rest period?
17.
The Driver
Why is an emergency roadside phone often better than a mobile phone when broken down on the motorway?
18.
Vehicle Condition
When should wheel nuts be checked after changing a wheel?
20.
The Road
Which vehicle is most at risk from strong crosswinds?
21.
The Road
What gap should you leave on a wet road?
22.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the meaning of this sign?
23.
The Road
Why should you take extra care before driving from a wet construction site onto a motorway?
24.
The Driver
What should you try to do if a front tyre bursts while driving?
25.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
If your vehicle’s tachograph develops a fault, it may be repaired on return to base only if this can be done within
26.
Documents
How many copies of a CMR consignment note are generally required?
27.
The Driver
Your mobile phone rings while driving. What should you do?
28.
The Driver
What may help if another driver’s actions have annoyed you?
29.
Other Road Users
How will a school crossing patrol tell you to stop?
30.
Vehicle Condition
What must operators have a system for drivers to report?
31.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What is good practice for protecting your cargo when stopping overnight?
32.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Under EU drivers’ hours rules, how is a week defined?
33.
Accident Handling
What should you do if your vehicle breaks down in a tunnel?
34.
The Road
Which vehicle is most at risk in strong crosswinds?
35.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
A speed limiter can affect your vehicle’s performance. When is this especially important?
36.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
37.
Accident Handling
What should you do if someone has severe burns at an accident scene?
38.
Documents
How long is a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) valid?
39.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
How often must an analogue tachograph be checked at an approved calibration centre?
40.
The Road
Why must your lights be clean and working properly at night? (Choose THREE)
41.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What should you do if you are drowsy on a motorway with no exit or service area nearby?
42.
The Road
A large vehicle ahead is producing spray. What should you do when starting to overtake?
43.
The Road
Continuous braking may overheat the brakes and cause
44.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
45.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
46.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
You are carrying a tall load by lorry. When should you notify telephone companies along the route?
47.
The Road
What should you do if a lorry is following too closely on the motorway?
48.
The Road
What following gap should you leave at 50 mph on a flat but wet road?
49.
Accident Handling
What should you do if a driver is suffering from shock after an accident? (Choose TWO)
50.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What should you do with your tachograph chart if someone else will move your vehicle while you are on a break?
51.
Accident Handling
What is a likely result of incidents at work?
52.
The Driver
What should you do when passing sheep on the road? (Choose TWO)
53.
The Road
What ground should you be on before raising a tipper body?
54.
Environmental Issues
How can wind deflectors help in windy conditions? (Choose TWO)
55.
Vehicle Loading
Why should you start with the rear sheet when covering a load with more than one sheet?
56.
Vehicle Condition
When should wheel nuts be checked?
57.
Braking Systems
Your tractor unit has three air lines but the trailer has two. Which line should not be connected?
58.
The Road
What could help you move off when stuck in snow?
59.
Vehicle Loading
What else should you use when carrying vehicles piggy-back besides restraints and parking brakes?
60.
The Road
In strong winds, which of these would be best avoided by a high-sided vehicle?
61.
The Road
What is the two-second rule used for?
62.
Other Road Users
Why should you look carefully for motorcycles when waiting to leave a side road?
63.
The Road
What should you do after overtaking on a dual carriageway?
64.
The Road
Why may long vehicles need to straddle lanes?
65.
Vehicle Condition
What could heavy steering while driving indicate? (Choose TWO)
66.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if two wheel nuts are missing from one wheel?
67.
The Road
What could white lights on a vehicle usually show at night? (Choose THREE)
68.
The Road
On a motorway, where are crosswinds especially hazardous for a high-sided vehicle?
69.
Other Road Users
Which road users are most vulnerable at junctions? (Choose THREE)
70.
Accident Handling
What is good advice before entering a tunnel?
71.
Accident Handling
When should you stop giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation?
72.
The Driver
When is wearing a seat belt NOT mandatory?
73.
Other Road Users
What could stopping on these school markings obstruct?
74.
Other Road Users
Where would you see this school-children sign?
75.
The Driver
What should you do when there is a crash on the opposite motorway carriageway?
76.
The Road
How far back should you stay at 50 mph in good dry conditions?
77.
The Road
After rain, why should you be careful while overtaking on a wet motorway?
78.
The Road
What should you do when nearing a zebra crossing?
79.
Other Road Users
What should you do if motorcyclists may swerve around potholes at roadworks?
80.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs identifies a combined bus, cycling and taxi lane?
81.
Vehicle Condition
Which engine components are generally found in an internal combustion engine? (Choose THREE)
82.
Accident Handling
How soon must you report an injury accident if you cannot produce the required insurance certificate at the scene?
83.
Vehicle Condition
What does the ignition warning light usually warn of?
84.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
Where may a large vehicle be parked at night without showing lights?
85.
Vehicle Loading
What should you do before tipping an end-tipper body?
86.
The Road
Why should you take extra care before moving into the centre lane of a three-lane motorway? (Choose TWO)
87.
The Road
What should you do when spray reduces visibility on a motorway?
88.
Vehicle Loading
Which vehicle is most likely to suffer from vehicle bounce?
89.
Other Road Users
Why may a cyclist signal right but stay left at a roundabout?
90.
Restricted View
Which lane should you use when turning right at a roundabout with two right-turn lanes and enough room in either lane?
91.
The Road
After driving under bridges on a motorway in a high-sided vehicle, what should you expect?
92.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
93.
Leaving the Vehicle
What extra security feature could help identify a stolen truck from above?
94.
The Road
What may help if you are stuck in snow?
95.
Vehicle Loading
When is jack-knifing of an articulated lorry more likely?
96.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
In a petrol tanker, how much warning is there when rear-wheel lift becomes roll-over?
97.
Braking Systems
How does an electromagnetic endurance brake or retarder work?
98.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What security steps should you take if you are regularly carry high-value goods? (Choose TWO)
99.
Other Road Users
Which vehicles are most likely to be affected by strong winds? (Choose THREE)
100.
Vehicle Condition
Why do brake-system air tanks need draining?