Free Car Theory Test – Practise Online with Questions & Answers

The sign indicates that the road is a ‘clearway’ where no stopping is allowed. There may also be an information plate telling you what times this restriction is in force. If there is no time plate, you should assume that the clearway is in operation 24 hours.

It is actually illegal to leave your car parked on the right-hand side at night, unless it is in a 'recognised parking space.' Parking on the left means that the headlights of approaching traffic will light up the red reflectors on the back of your car.

Where there are no pavements, there is always a risk that walkers and riders could be out on the road and hidden around the corner. You need to keep your speed at a level where you can stop safely should you need to do; especially if you’re approaching a village.

The road is about to narrow on both sides, you need to be more aware of any overtaking or oncoming traffic.

At this 'T-junction' your road will bend sharply to the left. There may be traffic approaching from the junction on your right but you have priority over them.

There is always a risk that any medicine could affect your ability to drive or ride. Always read the information supplied with it to ensure that you are safe before getting behind the wheel.

These markings are seen on a motorway separating lanes, normally where a slip road joins the motorway or where motorways separate. You MUST not cross these where the border is solid except in an unavoidable emergency.

Signs with a brown background give directions to places of interest. They're often seen on a motorway, directing you along the easiest route to the attraction.

Some bus lanes only operate during peak hours and other vehicles may use them outside these hours. Make sure you check the sign for the hours of operation before driving in a bus lane. Where no hours are shown, the bus lane operates 24 hours a day.

As people age, their reactions tend to slow and they can take longer to assess hazards. Do not try to rush them, but be tolerant and patient.

Rear view mirrors have a small clip on the bottom edge, which will tilt the mirror and prevent you from being dazzled. You can click this back when the problem has gone away. Some modern cars now have automatically dipping mirrors.

You should only overtake when you are certain it is safe, and you should think twice before overtaking if the light or weather conditions are poor. You must not overtake however if this would mean breaking the speed limit for the road you are on.

The red circle with the white centre means ‘no-entry’, you must not enter a road which displays this sign.

When performing CPR, you should press down hard and fast in the centre of the casualty’s chest. You should aim for about two compressions per second and keep going until the casualty starts breathing normally or a healthcare professional takes over.

In the event that the trailer becomes detached from the towing vehicle, the breakaway cable activates the trailer brakes before snapping. This allows the towing vehicle to get free of the trailer and out of danger.

Don’t reverse into a main road from a side road because your view will be restricted. The main road is likely to be busy and the traffic on it moving quickly.

When approaching bends and junctions, you need to look to the sides to widen your view across the bend, and to look for others before emerging. It is when turning your head that the door pillars may obstruct your view. Move your head to look past them!

Tunnels can be quite dark, you need to be able to see properly so if you are wearing sunglasses they should be removed until you reach the end.

There might be an occasion where another driver uses an arm signal. This may be because the vehicle’s indicators are obscured by other traffic. In order for such signals to be effective, all drivers should know their meaning. Be aware that the ‘left turn’ signal might look similar to the ‘slowing down’ signal.

Examiners are trained to detect the proper use of mirrors, you should not use them any differently to the way you do during driving lessons. But remember that just looking is not enough. You need to look early enough, judge what may happen, and act safely and sensibly on what you see.

Ring roads are designed to relieve congestion in towns and city centres. They're often the best route to take if you're travelling through an unfamiliar area.

Check the vehicle handbook. This should give you guidance on the correct tyre pressures for your vehicle and when you may need to adjust them. If you’re carrying a heavy load, you may need to adjust the headlights as well. Most cars have a switch on the dashboard to do this.

Driving a vehicle without insurance cover is illegal, so be sure that, whoever's car you drive, you're insured – whether on their policy or on your own. If you need to take out insurance, it's worth comparing several quotes before you decide which insurance provider best meets your needs.

Look well ahead and be ready to stop for any pedestrians crossing, or about to cross, the road. Also check the pavements for anyone who looks like they might step or run into the road.

A long journey should always be well planned before you set off. You not only need to plan your preferred route, but have an alternative in mind in case of traffic problems or road closures. You should also plan in regular rest stops to make sure you don’t get overly tired. Writing down your route is a good idea, but this should be on something that you can check when making your rest stops, and not placed in a position where it will distract you or block your view.

New cars must be taken for their first MOT three years after their first registration, and again every year after that in order to ensure that they are kept in roadworthy condition.

You should give way to traffic already on the motorway. Where possible, traffic may move over to let you in, but don’t force your way into the traffic stream. Traffic could be travelling at high speed, so try to match your speed to filter in without affecting the traffic flow.

There is less turn of the wheels for any given amount of acceleration when using a higher gear. If you’re travelling on an icy road, extra caution will be required to avoid loss of control. Keeping your speed down and using the highest gear possible will reduce the risk of the tyres losing their grip on this slippery surface.

If the property owner isn't available at the time, you must inform the police about the incident. This should be done as soon as possible, and in any case within 24 hours.

As you approach the traffic lights, look into the road you wish to take. Only proceed if your exit road is clear. If the road is blocked, hold back, even if you have to wait for the next green signal.

Reverse or parallel parking between parked vehicles is an essential skill to master. How large the space needs to be depends on the driver’s skill and the size of your car.

When you take your foot from the accelerator, the engine will start to slow down. This ‘engine braking’ will help to slow the car down, unless you are in neutral when the advantage of this extra control will be lost.

The law requires you to stop if you have been involved in an accident. You must exchange details with anyone else involved before continuing.

This sign is not used for any specific situation but is there to warn you of danger. You will often see it with an information plate below describing the nature of the hazard.

It's illegal for any motor vehicle to use a pavement, except to gain access to a property. If you need to cross a pavement, give priority to pedestrians.

Black and white chevron signs warn of a sharp deviation or bend in your road. You should slow down on approach and make sure that you are travelling at a safe speed before entering the corner.

Large high-sided vehicles can provide a temporary shelter from the wind as you are passing them. Once you emerge from that shelter you may find a sudden gust of wind pushes you to the right. You need to be ready to correct any loss of steering and this is something motorcyclists need to be very aware of.

If this warning sign lights up on your dashboard you should call for help and get your brake system checked immediately.

You'll need to slow down. At hump bridges, your view ahead will be restricted and the road will often be narrow. If the bridge is very steep, sound your horn to warn others of your approach. Going over the bridge too fast is highly dangerous to other road users and could even cause your wheels to leave the road, with a resulting loss of control.

This sign reminds all road users that they're entering an area where cameras will monitor traffic regulations. This could include traffic-light cameras and bus-lane cameras, as well as the more common speed cameras.

Drivers of large and long vehicles may not be able to see you in their mirrors if you get too close to their rear. If you cannot see their mirrors, then they probably cannot see you and may not realise that you are there.

You would see a sign like this when you are approaching a dual-carriageway, it tells you to keep to the left-hand side of the road.

You should never swing out into the centre of the road in order to try and make the turn easier. This could endanger other traffic and may cause other road users to misunderstand your intentions.

You should normally always drive on the left except when overtaking. If there are a number of slower vehicles ahead you may remain in the right-hand lane until you pass them all. You should always be ready to move back to the left however, to allow anyone to overtake you if they wish to do so.

Your speed should be at its lowest before you enter the bend. Maintaining a steady speed will keep your vehicle at its most stable while cornering, acceleration should only be applied as you exit the bend.

Any load must be securely fastened to the vehicle. The safest way to carry items on the roof is in a specially designed roof box. This will help to keep your luggage secure and dry, and it also has less wind resistance than loads carried exposed on a roof rack.

Before entering a tunnel, you should switch on your dipped headlights, as this will allow you to see and be seen. In many tunnels, it's a legal requirement. Don’t wear sunglasses while you're driving in a tunnel.

Reversing cameras are useful aids but they don’t always give a full field of vision and the view is often distorted. They can be used to aid observation when reversing, but at no time should you neglect to take proper observation all around the car.

Engaging a lower gear and using engine braking will help you to control your speed as you’re going downhill. This reduces the demands on the brakes, and helps to prevent them from overheating. This will reduce the likelihood of brake fade.

The motorcyclist is in an extremely vulnerable position, exposed to further danger from traffic. Approaching vehicles need advance warning in order to slow down and safely take avoiding action or stop. Don't put yourself or anyone else at risk. Use the hazard warning lights on your vehicle to alert other road users to the danger.