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.
Braking Systems
How would you know if the vacuum pump has failed in an air-assisted hydraulic braking system?
2.
Environmental Issues
What is another expected benefit of Driver CPC besides professionalism?
3.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
4.
Other Road Users
What is especially dangerous for motorcyclists filtering through slow traffic? (Choose TWO)
5.
Braking Systems
In a vehicle with hydraulic brakes, the pedal travels unusually far when pressed. What fault could this suggest?
6.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these statements about tachograph charts are correct? (Choose TWO)
7.
The Road,The Driver
Long spells at the wheel can bring fatigue. Which of these statements is true?
8.
Braking Systems,Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which actions would NOT help protect your load from theft? (Choose TWO)
9.
Vehicle Loading,Vehicle Condition
Why should you avoid overfilling the engine oil?
10.
Other Road Users
What should you do when elderly people are crossing?
11.
Traffic Signs
What sort of information does this type of sign convey?
12.
Traffic Signs,Environmental Issues
Which diesel fuel would most improve vehicle emissions?
13.
Vehicle Condition,The Road
What is the two-second rule used for?
14.
Leaving the Vehicle,Accident Handling
What should you do for a severe bleeding leg wound if the leg is not broken? (Choose TWO)
15.
Traffic Signs,Documents
Who else can be fined if illegal immigrants are brought into the UK? (Choose TWO)
16.
Vehicle Condition,The Road
What should you try to ensure before braking in wet conditions?
17.
Braking Systems
What should you do after driving through flood water or fording a river?
18.
Traffic Signs,Environmental Issues
Who can help you plan a route before starting a journey?
19.
Other Road Users
What should you do when children are walking close to the kerb near a school?
20.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Under EC rules, a break is required after what maximum period of continuous driving?
21.
Accident Handling,The Road
Why should you avoid passing a working snow plough on a motorway?
22.
Other Road Users
How should you react to a learner driver ahead?
23.
Accident Handling,The Road
What should you do when traffic joins from a slip road at your speed? (Choose TWO)
24.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Where may a replacement driver tachograph card be collected from?
25.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
After passing a motorcyclist on a motorway, what should you check before moving back?
26.
The Driver
When should a mobile phone fitted in your vehicle be used?
27.
The Driver
Which mirror should you check when passing school children close to the kerb?
28.
Environmental Issues
What can cab-mounted wind deflectors reduce?
29.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
If you have to go beyond the normal drivers’ hours because of an emergency, what must you do?
30.
Other Road Users,Vehicle Loading
What is the maximum payload if MAM is 40 tonnes and tare weight is 10 tonnes?
31.
Traffic Signs,Documents
What can a driver be fined up to £2000 for each of when convicted of bringing illegal immigrants into the UK?
32.
Accident Handling,The Road
Why should following distance increase in heavy rain? (Choose THREE)
33.
Other Road Users,Vehicle Loading
What should you use as well as chocks when carrying another vehicle piggy-back?
34.
Vehicle Loading,Vehicle Condition
How much of a tyre’s width must have the legal tread depth?
35.
Vehicle Loading,Vehicle Condition
What should be added to diesel fuel to keep it effective at very low temperatures?
36.
Environmental Issues,Vehicle Loading
Why should you start with the rear sheet when covering a load with more than one sheet?
37.
Vehicle Loading,Vehicle Condition
What should you check on each tyre before a long motorway journey? (Choose THREE)
38.
Leaving the Vehicle,Accident Handling
When should you stop giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation?
39.
Vehicle Condition,The Road
What gap should you leave when driving at 50 mph (80 km/h) on a dry and flat road?
40.
Traffic Signs,Environmental Issues
What continuous system use can worsen fuel consumption?
41.
Traffic Signs,Environmental Issues
Why are vehicles fitted with air suspension?
42.
Vehicle Loading,Accident Handling
What should you do if someone at an incident is hysterical?
43.
Other Road Users
Why might a motorcyclist look over their right shoulder before turning right?
44.
Other Road Users,Vehicle Loading
Who must you report it to if your trailer load hits a railway bridge? (Choose TWO)
45.
Vehicle Loading,Vehicle Condition
Why should you not drive with a bulge in a tyre sidewall?
46.
Other Road Users,Restricted View
Why can motorcyclists be hard to see at junctions? (Choose TWO)
47.
Braking Systems
When does 'brake fade' occur?
48.
Traffic Signs,Documents
How long is a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) valid?
49.
Restricted View,Vehicle Condition
What can regular maintenance and servicing help prevent?
50.
Braking Systems
What is the emergency area on a steep hill for failed brakes called?
51.
Other Road Users,Vehicle Loading
How should goods of different weights be loaded across the vehicle width?
52.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
53.
The Driver
Using a mobile phone while driving
54.
The Driver
What should you do if you are at the legal speed limit and a driver behind flashes headlights?
55.
The Driver,Braking Systems
Changing down before a long descent helps prevent
56.
Restricted View,Vehicle Condition
What must you do before disconnecting trailer air lines?
57.
Braking Systems
Which of these would be adversly affected by coasting downhill?
58.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these tachograph symbols records that a driver is doing other work?
59.
Vehicle Condition,The Road
Which vehicle is especially at risk in strong motorway crosswinds?
60.
The Driver
What should you do if you get lost while driving through busy traffic?
61.
Environmental Issues
What is a benefit of planning ahead and spotting hazards early?
62.
Accident Handling,The Road
What should you do when you're at a T-junction and a vehicle from your right signals left?
63.
Accident Handling,The Road
What should you check before moving into the middle lane to overtake on a three-lane motorway?
64.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
65.
Restricted View,Vehicle Condition
What usually drives the oil pump?
66.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs instructs you to turn right?
67.
Braking Systems
When will brake fade most likely occur?
68.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the meaning of this sign?
69.
Other Road Users,Vehicle Loading
What can happen if an axle is overloaded?
70.
Vehicle Loading,Vehicle Condition
Why should you use approved coolant in the engine?
71.
The Driver,Braking Systems
A three-line trailer braking system has one extra line compared with a two-line system. What is it?
72.
Braking Systems
What is the cause of brake fade?
73.
Braking Systems
An endurance brake or retarder should be used without a footbrake when:
74.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Who is responsible for supplying tachograph charts to a bus or lorry driver?
75.
Vehicle Loading,Accident Handling
What should you do if a casualty at an accident has stopped breathing? (Choose TWO)
76.
Vehicle Condition,The Road
What should you check for before overtaking from the left lane of a three-lane motorway?
77.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs is for a diversion route?
78.
Vehicle Condition,The Road
What could help you move off when stuck in snow?
79.
Other Road Users
What should you do if a learner driver stalls at a junction?
80.
Documents,Vehicle Condition
What is the likely cause if a diesel engine runs erratically in sudden very cold weather?
81.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
EC rules normally allow up to nine hours’ daily driving. On two days each week this may be extended to
82.
Other Road Users
Why should you be careful when passing a bus stopped on the opposite side of the road?
83.
Vehicle Loading,Accident Handling
Which of these is a symptom of shock?
84.
Vehicle Loading,Vehicle Condition
What should you do if your power-assisted steering fails while driving?
85.
Environmental Issues,Leaving the Vehicle
When should you use your mirrors? (Choose TWO)
86.
Vehicle Condition,The Road
What should you do before driving a lorry in high winds?
87.
The Driver
If tiredness develops before you can stop safely, what may help temporarily?
88.
The Driver
What should you do if your hand-held phone rings while you are driving?
89.
Restricted View,Vehicle Condition
What could overfilling the engine with oil cause?
90.
Other Road Users,Restricted View
What should you do if you cannot see clearly while reversing into a loading bay?
91.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
92.
Traffic Signs,Environmental Issues
What fault makes large vehicles more likely to damage the road surface?
93.
The Driver
You are unsure whether cough medicine affects driving. What should you do? (Choose TWO)
94.
Other Road Users
Which road users are vulnerable at night in built-up areas?
95.
The Road,The Driver
When is wearing a seat belt NOT mandatory?
96.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the meaning of this sign?
97.
The Road,The Driver
How can you support concentration during duty?
98.
The Driver,Braking Systems
Why must an endurance brake or retarder be used carefully on slippery roads?
99.
Vehicle Condition,The Road
What should you do if you see smoke from your rear tyres on a motorway?
100.
Traffic Signs
What sort of information does this type of sign convey?