Driving Theory Test 2026

Q: What does this sign mean?

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Q: Which sign indicates 'Direction to a Car Park' (Tourist/Alternative)?

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Question 1 of 25

How does driving at night increase the risk of hazards?

Select ONE answer

Visibility is reduced, and it is harder to judge speed and distance

Roads are clearer, so there is no risk

Streetlights eliminate all risks of accidents

Other drivers always use their headlights correctly

Question 2 of 25

What should be done to prevent a load from obstructing the driver’s view?

Select ONE answer

Place heavy items on the dashboard for balance

Secure the load properly and keep it below window level

Use side mirrors only and ignore rear visibility

Keep windows fully open for better airflow

Question 3 of 25

When are windscreen pillars most likely to create a serious obstruction to your view?

Select ONE answer

When driving on a straight motorway

When you are parking in a tight space

When you are approaching bends or junctions

When you are driving at night on unlit roads

Question 4 of 25

What does the sign mean?

Select ONE answer

Only taxis are allowed to use the lane.

The lane is for all vehicles except buses, cycles, and taxis.

Only buses, cycles, and taxis are allowed to use the lane.

No vehicles are allowed in this lane.

Question 5 of 25

What does this sign mean?

Select ONE answer

Question 6 of 25

When should you use your vehicle’s horn?

Select ONE answer

To greet a friend or thank another driver

To show your annoyance at a slow driver

To alert other road users of your presence

To signal that you have right of way

Question 7 of 25

Which sign indicates 'Direction to a Car Park' (Tourist/Alternative)?

Select ONE answer

Question 8 of 25

Other than direction indicators, how can you give signals to other road users?

Select ONE answer

By using brake lights

By using sidelights

By using fog lights

By using interior lights

Question 9 of 25

How should you react if your car begins to skid and it does not have ABS?

Select ONE answer

Brake hard and hold the wheel tightly

Steer into the skid and ease off the accelerator

Accelerate to regain control

Turn the wheel in the opposite direction of the skid

Question 10 of 25

What does the sign mean?

Select ONE answer

Right turns are prohibited.

Only U-turns are allowed.

The road ends ahead.

Left turns are prohibited.

Question 11 of 25

What does the sign mean?

Select ONE answer

The road narrows ahead.

Drivers should stay to the left side of the road.

Only left turns are allowed.

The speed limit is reduced.

Question 12 of 25

How should you react to an emergency vehicle with flashing blue lights behind you?

Select ONE answer

Speed up to create space

Immediately stop where you are

Move safely to the side and let it pass

Ignore it unless it sounds its siren

Question 13 of 25

What should you do if you have a breakdown on the motorway?

Select ONE answer

Use hazard lights and stop in the left lane

Drive to the nearest junction

Pull onto the hard shoulder and call for help

Stay inside your car and wait

Question 14 of 25

How should you provide CPR to a child (over 1 year old) who isn’t breathing?

Select ONE answer

Use one or two hands for chest compressions

Perform abdominal thrusts first

Blow air into their mouth every 10 seconds

Use only two fingers for chest compressions

Question 15 of 25

What is a 'cover note' in relation to insurance?

Select ONE answer

A document issued by the DVLA regarding tax

A notice left by the police for parking offenses

A temporary document issued before you receive your insurance certificate

The section of the V5C used to change your address

Question 16 of 25

Why is it important to keep well back when following a large vehicle?

Select ONE answer

To allow the driver to see you in their mirrors and to give yourself a better view ahead

To give yourself more room to accelerate for an overtake

To help other drivers behind you see the large vehicle

To prevent debris from the road hitting your windscreen

Question 17 of 25

When must you stop your vehicle according to the law?

Select ONE answer

Before merging onto a motorway

At the end of a one-way street

At a junction where there are 'give way' lines

If you're involved in an incident that causes damage or injury

Question 18 of 25

When should you use your horn?

Select ONE answer

To warn others of danger

To express frustration at another driver

To signal that you're giving way

To encourage pedestrians to hurry up

Question 19 of 25

What is the minimum legal tread depth for car tyres?

Select ONE answer

1.0 mm

1.6 mm

2.5 mm

3.0 mm

Question 20 of 25

What is the purpose of a marked area between two stop lines at a traffic light-controlled junction?

Select ONE answer

To allow emergency vehicles to pass

To provide space for cyclists

To indicate a pedestrian waiting area

To separate lanes of traffic

Question 21 of 25

What is the main risk of using a mobile phone while driving?

Select ONE answer

It can cause minor inconvenience to other drivers

It increases the likelihood of missing important road signs

It significantly reduces reaction time and concentration

There is no real danger if used on hands-free mode

Question 22 of 25

How can you potentially reduce the cost of your car insurance?

Select ONE answer

By failing your first test

By completing the Pass Plus scheme

By driving only on motorways

By removing the rear seats of the car

Question 23 of 25

When should you use dipped headlights on a motorway?

Select ONE answer

Only when there are no streetlights

At all times, regardless of conditions

When visibility is poor, such as in fog, heavy rain, or at night

Only when overtaking another vehicle

Question 24 of 25

What does stopping distance consist of?

Select ONE answer

Braking distance only

Thinking distance only

Thinking distance and braking distance

Speed and road condition

Question 25 of 25

When following a motorcyclist on a poor road surface, what should you do?

Select ONE answer

Allow extra room in case they need to adjust their position

Overtake them as soon as possible

Drive close behind to encourage them to speed up

Flash your headlights to warn them of hazards

How does driving at night increase the risk of hazards?

What should be done to prevent a load from obstructing the driver’s view?

When are windscreen pillars most likely to create a serious obstruction to your view?

What does the sign mean?

What does this sign mean?

When should you use your vehicle’s horn?

Which sign indicates 'Direction to a Car Park' (Tourist/Alternative)?

Other than direction indicators, how can you give signals to other road users?

How should you react if your car begins to skid and it does not have ABS?

What does the sign mean?

What does the sign mean?

How should you react to an emergency vehicle with flashing blue lights behind you?

What should you do if you have a breakdown on the motorway?

How should you provide CPR to a child (over 1 year old) who isn’t breathing?

What is a 'cover note' in relation to insurance?

Why is it important to keep well back when following a large vehicle?

When must you stop your vehicle according to the law?

When should you use your horn?

What is the minimum legal tread depth for car tyres?

What is the purpose of a marked area between two stop lines at a traffic light-controlled junction?

What is the main risk of using a mobile phone while driving?

How can you potentially reduce the cost of your car insurance?

When should you use dipped headlights on a motorway?

What does stopping distance consist of?

When following a motorcyclist on a poor road surface, what should you do?

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How does driving at night increase the risk of hazards?

What should be done to prevent a load from obstructing the driver’s view?

When are windscreen pillars most likely to create a serious obstruction to your view?

What does the sign mean?

What does this sign mean?

When should you use your vehicle’s horn?

Which sign indicates 'Direction to a Car Park' (Tourist/Alternative)?

Other than direction indicators, how can you give signals to other road users?

How should you react if your car begins to skid and it does not have ABS?

What does the sign mean?

What does the sign mean?

How should you react to an emergency vehicle with flashing blue lights behind you?

What should you do if you have a breakdown on the motorway?

How should you provide CPR to a child (over 1 year old) who isn’t breathing?

What is a 'cover note' in relation to insurance?

Why is it important to keep well back when following a large vehicle?

When must you stop your vehicle according to the law?

When should you use your horn?

What is the minimum legal tread depth for car tyres?

What is the purpose of a marked area between two stop lines at a traffic light-controlled junction?

What is the main risk of using a mobile phone while driving?

How can you potentially reduce the cost of your car insurance?

When should you use dipped headlights on a motorway?

What does stopping distance consist of?

When following a motorcyclist on a poor road surface, what should you do?

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