§ 07 · Theory test

Theory test questions.

Three full DVSA-style practice tests — 150 multiple-choice questions in total — plus hazard-perception guidance and the official Show Me / Tell Me car-check questions. Tap a stage below to open it.

Theory Test 1 · 50 questions
01

What is the typical stopping distance at 30 mph in dry conditions?

02

What does a flashing amber light at a pelican crossing mean?

03

When may you overtake on the left?

04

What is the national speed limit for cars on a single carriageway?

05

What should you do if you start to feel tired while driving?

06

What does a solid double white line in the centre of the road mean?

07

How far in advance should you signal before turning?

08

What is the minimum legal tyre tread depth for cars?

09

What is the speed limit in a built-up area unless signs say otherwise?

10

You are approaching a zebra crossing and a pedestrian is waiting. You should:

11

What colour are the reflective studs between a motorway and its slip road?

12

You must use dipped headlights when driving in the daytime if:

13

What does the ABS system in a car do?

14

You are the first person at the scene of a serious crash. What should you do first?

15

The legal alcohol limit for driving in England is:

16

You see a red triangular sign. It is:

17

You want to turn right at a box junction. When may you enter it?

18

What is the two-second rule for?

19

You have broken down on the motorway. You should first:

20

What must you check before opening your door when parked?

21

You are driving in fog. You should:

22

You must not park:

23

A red route means:

24

You see a horse rider ahead. You should:

25

What does a green arrow with a red traffic light mean?

26

You are turning left from a main road into a side road where pedestrians are crossing. You should:

27

MOT tests are required for most cars:

28

You must not use a hand-held mobile phone while driving. The penalty is:

29

You are following a large vehicle. What should you do?

30

New drivers who get how many penalty points within two years lose their licence?

31

You see a bus at a bus stop signalling to pull out. You should:

32

The speed limit for a car towing a trailer on a motorway is:

33

You are driving on a wet road. Your stopping distance will be:

34

You want to turn right at a mini-roundabout. You should signal:

35

A yellow zigzag line outside a school means:

36

What does a triangular sign with a red border and a picture of children mean?

37

You are approaching a level crossing and the amber light comes on. You should:

38

What is the safest way to use anti-lock brakes in an emergency?

39

You are the driver of a vehicle involved in a minor accident. You must stop and:

40

What is coasting?

41

You see cyclists ahead riding two abreast. You should:

42

A vehicle pulls out of a side road ahead of you, forcing you to brake. You should:

43

You must not stop on a motorway except:

44

You are driving a car fitted with automatic transmission. When would you use 'kick down'?

45

You are being followed by an ambulance showing flashing blue lights. You should:

46

The main cause of skidding is:

47

You are turning left onto a dual carriageway with a very narrow central reservation. You should:

48

You have a puncture on the motorway. You should:

49

A blue circular sign usually gives:

50

You are approaching a junction with the sign 'Give way to traffic on the major road'. You should: