Tell Me Questions

Question 1

Identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check the windscreen washer level

Answer 1

Identify the reservoir and explain how to check the level

Question 2

Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey

Answer 2

Explain that the brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. The vehicle should not pull to one side

Question 3

Tell me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working

Answer 3

Explain that you would operate the switch(turning on the ignition if necessary for your vehicle), then walk round the vehicle

Question 4

Tell me where you would fine the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how type pressure should be checked.

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Answer 4

Refer you the manufactures guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressure when the tyres are cold, don’t forget the spare tyre, remember to refit the valve caps.

Question 5

Tell me how you would check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road

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Answer 5

There should be no cuts and bulges in the tyre. There must be 1.6mm of tread depth across the central 3/4 of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference

Question 6

Tell me how you make sure your head restrain is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash

Answer 6

The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restrain is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears ,and as close to the back of the head as it comfortable

Question 7

Tell me how you would know if there was a problem with your anti lock breaking system

Answer 7

A warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti lock braking system