Documentation Flashcards
What is the legal minimum tread depth for car tyres in the UK?
1.6 mm
True or False: You must always wear a seatbelt in a car in the UK.
True
Fill in the blank: The stopping distance of a car is affected by the _____ of the road.
condition
What does a red traffic light mean?
Stop
When should you use hazard warning lights?
When your vehicle is stationary and causing an obstruction.
Multiple Choice: What is the speed limit on a single carriageway road for cars?
60 mph
What should you do if you see a pedestrian waiting to cross at a crossing?
Stop and give way to the pedestrian.
True or False: You are allowed to use a mobile phone while driving if you are using a hands-free kit.
True
What is the purpose of a catalytic converter?
To reduce harmful emissions from the exhaust.
Fill in the blank: The ‘two-second rule’ is a guideline for maintaining a safe _____ distance.
following
What does a green traffic light mean?
You may go if the way is clear.
Multiple Choice: What is the maximum speed limit for cars on a motorway?
70 mph
What should you do if you encounter an emergency vehicle with flashing lights?
Pull over and allow it to pass.
True or False: You can park on double yellow lines at any time.
False
What is the primary function of the brake system in a car?
To slow down or stop the vehicle.
Fill in the blank: The ‘blind spot’ is an area around your vehicle that you cannot see using your _____ mirrors.
rearview
What does a triangular warning sign indicate?
Warning of hazards ahead.
Multiple Choice: What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?
Steer into the skid.
What is the purpose of the MOT test?
To ensure that vehicles meet road safety and environmental standards.
True or False: You must notify the DVLA if you change your address.
True
What does the acronym ‘ABS’ stand for in relation to car safety?
Anti-lock Braking System
Fill in the blank: You should not use fog lights unless visibility is less than _____ meters.
100
What does a blue badge allow you to do?
Park in disabled parking spaces.
Multiple Choice: Who is responsible for ensuring that a vehicle is roadworthy?
The driver
What should you do if you are involved in an accident?
Stop and exchange details with the other party.
True or False: You can drive with a provisional license as long as you have a qualified driver with you.
True
Fill in the blank: The ‘stop’ sign is an octagonal sign that requires drivers to come to a complete _____ before proceeding.
stop
Your car requires an MOT certificate. When is it legal to drive it without an MOT certificate?
When driving to an appointment at an MOT centre
When would a new car need to undertake an MOT test?
After three years
What’s the legal minimum insurance cover you must have to drive on public roads?
Third party only
What is a statutory off-road notification (SORN)
A SORN (Statutory off-road notification) is a document used by car owners to tell the Driver and DVLA that the vehicle is registered as being off the road, so it cannot be driven- or even parked- on a public road.
For how long is a Statutory off-road notification (SORN) valid?
Until the vehicle is taxed, sold or scrapped
What is a vehicle registration certificate?
Information of the car
When should you update your vehicle registration certificate?
When you move house
What circumstances require you to notify the Driver and vehicle licensing agency (DVLA)?
When your health affects your driving, when you change address
A police officer asks tos we your documents. You don’t have them with you. How many days do you have to produce them at a police station?
7 days
A police officer asks tos we your documents. You don’t have them with you. How many days do you have to produce them at a police station?
7 days
What do you need before you can legally use a motor vehicle on the road?
An appropriate driving license (Category B)
For how long is an MOT certificate normally valid?
One year after the date it was issued (12months)
Your insurer will issue you with an insurance certificate. When must you produce this document for inspection?
When a police officer asks you for this
What must you have when you apply to renew your vehicle tax?
MOT, Valid Insurance
You just passed your first practical driving test. What will you have to do if you get six penalty points on your license in the next two years?
Retake your theory and practical knowledge tests
When must your vehicle have valid insurance cover?
Before you can tax the vehicle
What does it mean if your insurance policy has excess of £500?
You’ll have to pay the first £500 of the cost of any claim
What’s covered by third-party insurance?
Damage to other vehicles
In order to supervise a learner driver you need to have had your driver license under the same category for at least three years. What other requirement must you meet?
To be at least 21 years old
Who’s responsible for paying the vehicle tax?
The registered keeper of the vihecle
What legal requirement must be met by a newly qualified driver?
They must have valid motor insurance
What must you check before you drive someone else’s vehicle?
That the vehicle is insured for your use
What’s a cover note?
A document issued before you receive your insurance certificate
(Temporary insurance to get your car from A to B, whilst waiting to get your full insurance)
When could the cost of your insurance be reduced?
When you complete the pass plus scheme
What’s the maximum fine for driving or riding without an insurance?
Unlimited
