Driving Theory Test 2026

Q: Which sign shows a 'Motorist Service Area'?

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Q: Which sign means 'Manually Operated Temporary Go'?

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Q: Which sign means 'Turn Left Ahead'?

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Question 1 of 25

Why is it dangerous to assume that other drivers will always obey traffic lights?

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Some drivers may misjudge the lights or intentionally 'run' a red

Traffic lights are prone to technical failure at night

Amber lights mean you should speed up to clear the junction

The green light gives you absolute right of way

Question 2 of 25

What is the maximum legal speed for a powered wheelchair or mobility scooter on the road?

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4 mph

8 mph

12 mph

16 mph

Question 3 of 25

How can you safely rejoin the motorway from the hard shoulder?

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Drive along the hard shoulder to build up speed and merge when there is a gap

Wait for a gap and move out immediately from stationary

Move immediately into the first available lane without looking

Stop and wait for a break in traffic

Question 4 of 25

How can strong crosswinds affect high-sided vehicles and motorcyclists?

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They may be pushed off course

They gain better road grip

They experience reduced stopping distance

They have improved fuel efficiency

Question 5 of 25

What should you check before starting a journey?

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That your mobile phone is charged

That you have enough fuel for a week

That your seat and mirrors are properly adjusted

That your radio is working

Question 6 of 25

What does the sign with this image mean?

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Temporary lane closure

Manually operated temporary go

Ongoing road works

Temporary hazard at road works

Question 7 of 25

How can you safely deal with a driver who is tailgating you?

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Brake sharply to warn them

Increase your speed to create distance

Slow down gradually to increase the gap in front of you

Ignore them and continue driving as normal

Question 8 of 25

Which sign shows a 'Motorist Service Area'?

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Question 9 of 25

What should you do if you see a pedestrian stepping onto a pedestrian refuge island?

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Speed up to clear the area

Be prepared to stop if needed

Sound your horn to alert them

Ignore them and continue driving

Question 10 of 25

Who holds the responsibility for ensuring that a vehicle is not overloaded?

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The vehicle manufacturer

The driver of the vehicle

The police

The passengers

Question 11 of 25

Which sign means 'Manually Operated Temporary Go'?

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Question 12 of 25

What should you do to care for casualties after an incident when the area is safe?

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Give them food and water

Keep them warm and reassured

Make them walk to test their injuries

Tell them to stay quiet and wait for help

Question 13 of 25

Which sign means 'Turn Left Ahead'?

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Question 14 of 25

Why should you take up the correct position in good time when wishing to turn right?

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To allow drivers to pass you on the right

To give a better view into the road that you're joining

To help other road users know what you intend to do

To allow other drivers to pull out in front of you

Question 15 of 25

When should you use the right-hand lane of a three-lane dual carriageway?

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When you're turning right only

When you're using cruise control

When you're overtaking or turning right

When you're overtaking only

Question 16 of 25

You’ve just passed your first practical driving test. What will you have to do if you get six penalty points on your licence in the next two years?

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Retake your theory and practical tests

Retake only your practical test

Retake only your theory test

Pay a higher insurance premium only

Question 17 of 25

What is the safest way to use a satellite navigation (SatNav) system?

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Set the destination before you start your journey

Adjust the route while driving on a quiet road

Hold the device in your hand

Turn the volume off

Question 18 of 25

Where may you overtake on a one-way street?

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On either the right or the left

Only on the right-hand side

Only on the left-hand side

Overtaking isn't allowed

Question 19 of 25

What is the main hazard of using fog lights unnecessarily?

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Can dazzle other drivers

Drains the car battery

Increases fuel consumption

No hazard at all

Question 20 of 25

Which sign means 'Manually Operated Temporary Stop'?

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Question 21 of 25

When can you cross solid white lines on a motorway?

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Whenever you need to change lanes

Only in an emergency or when directed by signs/police

When overtaking another vehicle

To enter a lane that has been closed

Question 22 of 25

What does the sign mean?

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Continue without stopping.

Turn left immediately.

Stop and give way to traffic from behind.

Yield to oncoming traffic.

Question 23 of 25

If pedestrians are crossing at a junction where you want to turn left, what must you do?

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Drive around them carefully

Wait for them to cross

Sound your horn to alert them

Proceed slowly, making them hurry

Question 24 of 25

What should you do if an emergency vehicle approaches behind you on a motorway?

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Move into the hard shoulder immediately

Stop in the middle of the lane

Stay calm, check your mirrors, and allow the vehicle to pass safely

Increase your speed to avoid delaying it

Question 25 of 25

What should you do if a pedestrian steps onto the road in front of you at a junction?

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Sound your horn and continue driving

Swerve to the side without checking mirrors

Give way to them and be patient

Speed up to pass them quickly

Why is it dangerous to assume that other drivers will always obey traffic lights?

What is the maximum legal speed for a powered wheelchair or mobility scooter on the road?

How can you safely rejoin the motorway from the hard shoulder?

How can strong crosswinds affect high-sided vehicles and motorcyclists?