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.
Environmental Issues
How can you reduce the environmental impact of road transport? (Choose TWO)
2.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
You must carry enough tachograph charts for your journey. You need at least one chart for every
3.
Other Road Users
What should you do if a horse becomes nervous as riders approach you?
4.
Vehicle Loading
Why are baffle plates fitted to tankers?
5.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs warns of a height restriction ahead?
6.
Restricted View
What is a blind spot on a large vehicle?
7.
Environmental Issues
Why should a loaded skip be covered with a net?
8.
The Road
Where are buffer lanes likely in windy conditions?
9.
The Road
Why should following distance increase in heavy rain? (Choose THREE)
10.
Other Road Users
What should you do if motorcyclists may swerve around potholes at roadworks?
11.
Other Road Users
Which road users are vulnerable at night in built-up areas?
12.
Braking Systems
Changing down before a long descent helps prevent
13.
Vehicle Loading
Which vehicle is most likely to suffer from vehicle bounce?
14.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if you find an air leak in the braking system?
15.
Environmental Issues
What can cause unnecessary environmental pollution? (Choose THREE)
16.
Environmental Issues
Why should you not press the accelerator when starting a vehicle with engine management?
17.
Vehicle Condition
Why do brake-system air tanks need draining?
18.
Documents
What must you produce immediately if an immigration officer asks for documentation before boarding a ferry to the UK?
19.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the hazard being indicated by a line of hanging warning bells fitted across the road?
20.
Braking Systems
Which of these would be adversly affected by coasting downhill?
21.
Vehicle Condition
Why should you avoid overfilling the engine oil?
22.
The Driver
Roughly what share of sleep-related vehicle incidents involve commercial vehicles?
23.
Vehicle Loading
What type of chain should not be used for load securing?
24.
Other Road Users
Which vehicles are especially hard to see when emerging into a queue of traffic?
25.
The Road
When may a lorry over 7.5 tonnes use the right-hand lane to overtake on a motorway?
26.
Vehicle Condition
Where can you find advice about minor repairs?
27.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Under EC rules, a break is required after what maximum period of continuous driving?
28.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if the brake low-pressure warning starts on a motorway?
29.
The Driver
What is the safest plan for a driver attending a social event?
30.
Documents
What period do you have to complete 35 hours of Driver CPC training?
31.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the speed limit if you are carrying a 4.5 metre wide load on the motorway?
32.
The Road
Which road user is most at risk when a lorry overtakes in strong winds?
33.
Vehicle Condition
What is a loud buzzer in the cab most likely to warn of?
34.
Leaving the Vehicle
What should you make sure of before leaving the vehicle cab? (Choose THREE)
35.
Accident Handling
What should you not do if someone’s hands and arms have been burnt in an engine fire?
36.
Vehicle Condition
What does this instrument-panel warning light mean?
37.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the national speed limit for a rigid lorry over 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass on a single carriageway?
38.
Accident Handling
What should you do if a pedestrian is bleeding heavily from a leg wound?
39.
Environmental Issues
When must a reversing bleeper be switched off on a road with this speed limit?
40.
Accident Handling
What should you do first if an unconscious motorcyclist is lying in the road?
41.
The Driver
What should you do if you are driving in fast motorway traffic and you approach a stationary queue of cars in front of you?
42.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs warns that a dual carriageway is ending?
43.
Vehicle Loading
What should you avoid doing when braking a half-full tanker with no internal compartments?
44.
Braking Systems
With anti-lock brakes, normal braking means you should
45.
The Driver
Which mirror should you check when passing school children close to the kerb?
46.
Accident Handling
What should you do if someone at an incident is hysterical?
47.
Vehicle Loading
Why should load weight be spread evenly over the axles?
48.
Environmental Issues
How can you help ease traffic congestion?
49.
Vehicle Condition
What precautions should you take when tightening wheel nuts after replacing a tyre? (Choose TWO)
50.
Restricted View
When should you first check the nearside mirror? (Choose THREE)
51.
Vehicle Condition
What happens if serious defects are found at a VOSA or police vehicle check?
52.
The Road
What is likely to happen when a vehicle is travelling downhill? (Choose THREE)
53.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs is for a diversion route?
54.
The Driver
What does a flashing amber light indicate at a pelican crossing?
55.
Accident Handling
What should you do if a pedestrian has a heavily bleeding leg wound but the leg is not broken?
56.
Braking Systems
What actions should you take when descending a steep hill in a large vehicle? (Choose TWO)
57.
Vehicle Loading
Why are ropes unsuitable for securing scrap metal?
58.
The Driver
How does alcohol affect driving ability?
59.
Vehicle Condition
What do codes on bus and lorry tyre sidewalls refer to?
60.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What break is required under EC rules if you started driving at 5.00 am and have driven continuously until 9.30 am?
61.
Restricted View
What should you do if you cannot see clearly while reversing into a loading bay?
62.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs forbids you from turning around?
63.
Braking Systems
Where would you expect to see an escape lane?
64.
The Driver
Why is an emergency roadside phone often better than a mobile phone when broken down on the motorway?
65.
Braking Systems
What warning would indicate low air pressure in a vehicle with air-assisted hydraulic brakes?
66.
Braking Systems
Your tractor unit has three air lines but the trailer has two. Which line should not be connected?
67.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
When driving a low loader, where should you be especially alert to the risk of grounding?
68.
Vehicle Condition
What can poor-quality diesel fuel cause?
69.
The Driver
Which medical condition may prevent someone from holding a bus or lorry licence?
70.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if the brake pedal becomes hard?
71.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these may happen if a driver breaches EC tachograph rules? (Choose TWO)
72.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if two wheel nuts are missing from one wheel?
73.
Other Road Users
What is the main cause of motorcycle collisions?
74.
Accident Handling
When should you move an unconscious but breathing casualty?
75.
Environmental Issues
Which rev-counter band should you use for best fuel economy?
76.
The Driver
You are passing a lorry and its driver flashes the headlights. What action is safest?
77.
The Road
When overtaking in wet weather, what can make the situation especially hazardous?
78.
Braking Systems
How can wheel lock be controlled during heavy braking without anti-lock brakes?
79.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if your power-assisted steering fails while driving?
80.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
In icy motorway conditions, your normal stopping distance may increase by as much as
81.
Braking Systems
When should you check that the anti-lock braking system is working?
82.
Leaving the Vehicle
What is good technique when lifting a heavy object?
83.
Vehicle Condition
What effect can long motorway journeys at higher speeds have on tyres?
84.
Traffic Signs
What sort of information does this type of sign convey?
85.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
On how many days in a week may the EC daily driving limit be extended from nine hours to ten?
86.
The Driver
How should you help following vehicles overtake your slow vehicle when on a narrow road?
87.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs warns that a hump-backed bridge is ahead?
88.
Vehicle Condition
Why do energy-saving tyres work? (Choose THREE)
89.
The Road
In heavy rain, your steering suddenly feels light. What should you do?
90.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these are recorded on a tachograph? (Choose THREE)
91.
Accident Handling
What should you urgently check first if you arrive at an accident and someone is unconscious? (Choose THREE)
92.
Braking Systems
An endurance brake or retarder should be used without a footbrake when:
93.
Environmental Issues
How can you plan your route before a long journey?
94.
Traffic Signs,Other Road Users
What should you check just before turning right from a main road?
95.
The Road
Turbulence from fast moving large vehicles is most dangerous to which of these road users? (Choose THREE)
97.
Environmental Issues
Which fuel would most help the environment in a diesel engine?
98.
The Driver
In a busy shopping street, close to the kerb, what should you watch for? Mark three answers.
99.
The Road
What should you do if a car is coming up quickly in the right-hand lane as you plan to overtake on a dual carriageway?
100.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What should you do if you begin to feel tired and your concentration drops while driving?