Rules for Waiting and Parking Test 1 | Driving Theory Test 2025

Question 1 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What do double yellow lines indicate regarding parking and waiting restrictions?

Select 1 correct answer

No parking at any time

Parking is allowed for loading only

Parking is allowed outside peak hours

Parking is allowed for Blue Badge holders only

Question 2 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

When are you allowed to stop on single yellow lines?

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At any time

Only outside the restricted hours stated on nearby signs

Only if loading or unloading heavy items

Only on Sundays and public holidays

Question 3 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

Where must you never stop or park when near a school entrance?

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On school entrance markings if restrictions apply

Opposite the school entrance

On side streets near the school

At any designated school parking area

Question 4 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What should you check before opening your door after parking?

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That your seatbelt is unfastened

That no vehicles are passing

That there are no cyclists or pedestrians nearby

That your hazard lights are switched on

Question 5 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

How does the Dutch Reach technique improve safety when exiting a vehicle?

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It allows you to exit faster

It prevents doors from hitting other vehicles

It forces you to check for approaching cyclists

It ensures your seatbelt is off before opening the door

Question 6 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

Why should you always park facing the direction of traffic flow?

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To make it easier to drive off

To help pedestrians cross the road

To allow parking lights to work correctly

Because it's a legal requirement at night

Question 7 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What precautions should electric vehicle users take when charging their vehicle?

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Keep charging cables as short as possible

Avoid creating trip hazards with charging cables

Charge only in designated EV spaces

Use hazard lights while charging

Question 8 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

Under what circumstances is it illegal to stop on a motorway hard shoulder?

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When you are tired and need a break

To check your mobile phone

In an emergency only

If your car runs out of fuel

Question 9 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

Where are you not allowed to stop or park near pedestrian crossings?

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On the zig-zag lines before or after the crossing

More than 10 meters away

Next to a bus stop near the crossing

On the opposite side of the road from the crossing

Question 10 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What is the rule regarding parking in a cycle lane?

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Parking is allowed if the lane is not in use

Parking is allowed at night only

Parking is prohibited unless signs permit

Parking is allowed for deliveries only

Question 11 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What should you do when parking downhill?

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Turn the wheels towards the kerb

Turn the wheels away from the kerb

Leave the wheels straight

Apply only the handbrake

Question 12 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

When is it legal to park on double white lines?

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Only to pick up or drop off passengers

Anytime if no traffic is present

Only if loading heavy goods

Never

Question 13 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

Why is it dangerous to park near a junction?

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It reduces visibility for other road users

It may block emergency vehicle access

It can cause congestion

All of the above

Question 14 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What is the penalty for parking in a restricted bus stop area?

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A warning letter

A fine

Points on your license

No penalty if the bus stop is empty

Question 15 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

When using a hand-held parking device, what must you ensure?

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That you are maintaining control of the vehicle

That the parking space is empty

That the system is switched off before leaving the vehicle

That your hazard lights are on

Question 16 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

Where must you never park your vehicle?

Select 1 correct answer

Near a school entrance

On a bend or hilltop

In front of a driveway

All of the above

Question 17 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

Who is allowed to park in a space reserved for Blue Badge holders?

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Any driver if no other spaces are available

Only vehicles displaying a valid Blue Badge

Delivery drivers making a quick stop

Taxi drivers dropping off passengers

Question 18 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What should you do when parking on a hill facing uphill?

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Turn the wheels towards the kerb

Leave the wheels straight

Leave the handbrake off

Turn the wheels away from the kerb

Question 19 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

When must parking lights be used?

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When parked on a road with a speed limit over 30 mph

Only in residential areas

Only in foggy conditions

Whenever parking on a hill

Question 20 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What is a Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ)?

Select 1 correct answer

An area where parking is free

An area with parking restrictions displayed on entry signs

A zone where only taxis can park

An area where only electric vehicles can park

Question 21 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What must drivers of goods vehicles over 7.5 tonnes avoid when parking?

Select 1 correct answer

Parking on the pavement, verges, or central reservations without police permission

Parking in residential streets overnight

Parking next to other large vehicles

Parking in spaces reserved for motorcycles

Question 22 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

Why should you avoid parking in fog?

Select 1 correct answer

Because it may be difficult to find your car later

To prevent collisions with moving vehicles

To avoid getting a parking fine

Because fog can damage your vehicle

Question 23 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

How should you park when leaving your vehicle unattended?

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Leave the engine running

Keep the headlights on

Apply the handbrake and lock the vehicle

Keep the doors open for ventilation

Question 24 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

Where is pavement parking illegal in the UK?

Select 1 correct answer

Only in city centers

Only in residential areas

Everywhere in the UK

In London, unless signs permit it

Question 25 of 25☆☆☆☆☆

What should you do if you must park at night without street lighting?

Select 1 correct answer

Keep your dipped headlights on

Use parking lights if the road speed limit is above 30 mph

Use full beam headlights

Avoid parking in residential areas

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