Theory Flashcards
Which vehicles use a blue flashing light?
Emergency services eg.
- ambulances
- fire services
- police
- coastguard
- bomb disposal
- mountain rescue
- blood transfusion
Which vehicle uses a green flashing light?
A doctor answering an emergency call
Who has priority at an unmarked crossroads?
No one - slow down and look both ways
Which vehicles use amber flashing lights?
Slow moving vehicles
What does a dog with a yellow or burgundy coat mean?
The owner has hearing difficulties
What does a dog with a red and white checked harness mean?
The owner is deaf and blind
How much room should you leave when overtaking a cyclist?
The same as you would overtaking a car
What might a cyclist or horse rider do at a roundabout?
Stay in the left lane even if turning right
How big of a gap should you leave in normal conditions?
2 seconds
How big of a gap should you leave if it is raining or the road is wet?
4 seconds
What should you do when driving through a ford (flooded road)
- use a low gear
- slow down
- gently apply breaks afterwards to dry them out
What can you do to improve visibility in rainy conditions?
Use dipped headlights
Where are red reflective studs located when driving on the motorway at night / in foggy conditions?
Between the left lane and hard shoulder
Where are amber reflective studs located when driving on the motorway at night / in foggy conditions?
Between the right edge of the carriageway and the central reservation
What headlights should you use when broken down on the hard shoulder?
Sidelights - allows other drivers to see you
What should you do if the car starts to skid?
Release the footbrake
When can you stop in the yellow box in a box junction?
If you want to turn right but can’t due to incoming traffic
Which lane of the motorway should you stay in unless overtaking?
Left
When can you overtake on the left?
If:
traffic is moving slowly
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the queue on your right is slower than the one you’re in
What should you do if you are in the left lane and traffic is joining from a slip road?
Move to another lane if possible
What should you do if, on a motorway, you see traffic in front of you starting to slow down?
Use hazard lights
How can you tell if the hard shoulder on a motorway is being used as a normal lane, or a hard shoulder?
If there is a speed limit displayed above it, it is being used as a normal lane.
If there is an X above it, it can only be used for breakdowns / emergencies
Where are white reflective studs located when driving on the motorway at night / in foggy conditions?
Between lanes
Where are green reflective studs located when driving on the motorway at night / in foggy conditions?
Between the carriageway and slip roads
When can you stop on the motorway?
If:
- there are flashing red lights above every lane
- when told to by a police / traffic officer
- in a traffic jam
- in an emergency
What should you do while using an emergency telephone on the motorway while broken down?
Face oncoming traffic
What should you do when leaving the hard shoulder?
Drive along the hard shoulder to regain speed
What is the right lane on a dual carriageway for?
Overtaking
Within what distance of a junction are you not allowed to park?
10 meters
How long are MOT certificates valid for?
1 year
How many penalty points do you need within 2 years of getting your license for it to be revoked?
6
What is covered by third-party insurance?
Damage to other vehicles
When will a new vehicle need an MOT?
When it’s 3 years old
What must you have to renew your vehicle tax?
Valid insurance
What is the minimum amount of insurance needed?
Third party
What comes after red and amber together?
Green
What comes after amber on its own?
Red
What tread depth should a car, light van or light trailer have?
At least 1.6mm
What tread depth should a motorcycle, large vehicle or passenger carrying vehicle have?
At least 1mm
What can tyres over 10 years old not be used on the front axles of?
- goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes
- passenger vehicles with more than 8 seats
What can tyres over 10 years old not be used on the rear axles of?
Passenger vehicles with 9 to 16 passenger seats
How often should you check your tyre pressure?
Weekly
When should you check tyre pressure and why?
Before a journey, as hot tyres can give a misleading reading
How often should you check brake fluid levels?
Weekly
What should you ensure about your vehicle before winter?
- the battery is well maintained
- there are appropriate anti-freeze agents in the radiator and wipers
What is wrong with the car if it pulls to one side when braking?
Either:
- a problem with the brakes
- incorrectly inflated tyres
What is wrong with the car if it continues to bounce after pushing down on the front or rear?
The shock absorbers are worn
What can under-inflated tyres cause?
- increased fuel consumption
- heavy steering
- poor breaking
What is a sign of unbalanced wheels?
Steering vibrates
What level should you fill the battery up to with distilled water?
Just above the cell plates
Between what times can you not use your horn in a built-up area?
11:30pm to 7:00am
What is a red route?
A road where you are not allowed to stop
What does a warning light of an exclamation mark in a circle mean?
There is a problem with the brakes
Where should a warning triangle be placed?
At least 45m away, but not on a motorway
What is the DR ABC code for providing emergency care to someone that has been in a crash?
Danger: check that it’s safe to approach
Response: check if the casualty is conscious by talking to them
Airway: if there’s no response, lift their chin up to open the airway
Breathing: check if they are breathing by looking for chest movements and feeling for breath - if they are not breathing, start CPR
Circulation - apply pressure to and bandage any wounds, if there is something embedded in the skin, don’t take it out but pad the area around it
What is a Statutory Off Road Notication (SORN)?
A notification to the DVLA that a car is not being used and this doesn’t need to be taxed
What documents might a police officer ask you to produce?
- drivers license
- insurance certificate
- MOT certificate
What might you need to change when your car is carrying a heavy load?
The tyre pressure and headlight aim
What can overloading affect?
Steering and braking
What can you not do when towing a caravan?
Travel in the caravan
What is a secondary coupling device?
Usually either a chain or cable, keeps a caravan attached to a car if the main coupling fails
What is the max weight you can tow after passing your driving test?
3’500 kg
What does a double white line where the line nearest to you is broken mean?
You can overtake if safe
What does a double white line where the line nearest to you is solid mean?
You cannot cross or straddle the line unless turning into a side road / premise or overtaking a stationary vehicle
What does a hazard line look like?
Long lines and short gaps
How much of a gap should you leave in icy conditions?
10 seconds
