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 is under the bonnet and there is a maximum and minimum symbol of where the level should be

Question 2

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

Answer 2

The brakes should not feel spongy or slack, and 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

I’d turn on the switch but do not need to turn on the engine then walk round the vehicle or check reflection

Question 4

Where would you find information for the recommended tyre pressure for this car and how tyre pressure should be checked.

Answer 4

Refer to the manual, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget the spare tyre, remember to refit gavel caps

Question 5

How would you check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their genera, condition is safe to use on the road

Answer 5

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

Question 6

Tell me how your head restraint 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 restraint is eye level and as close to the back of the head as comfortable

Question 7

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

Answer 7

A warning light should illuminate