DTT Vehicle Safety

Question 1

How often must a car undergo a National Car Test (NCT) in Ireland for a vehicle first registered more than 10 years ago?

Accepted Answer

Every year

Answer

Every two years

Answer

Every three years

Answer

Every six months

Question 2

What is the correct procedure for checking your car's engine oil level?

Accepted Answer

Park on level ground, wait for the engine to cool, remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert it, then remove again to read the level

Answer

Check it while the engine is running for an accurate reading

Answer

Only check it at the NCT centre

Answer

Add oil without checking the level

Question 3

What should you check before starting a long journey in your car?

Accepted Answer

Tyre pressure and condition, oil level, coolant level, lights, windscreen washer fluid, and fuel

Answer

Only fuel level

Answer

Nothing — the NCT covers everything

Answer

Only the tyre pressure

Question 4

What does the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) warning light on the dashboard indicate when illuminated while driving?

Accepted Answer

A fault with the anti-lock braking system that needs professional attention

Answer

The ABS system is working correctly

Answer

The brakes are overheating

Answer

You are driving too fast

Question 5

What is the purpose of the head restraint (headrest) in a vehicle?

Accepted Answer

To reduce the risk of whiplash injuries in a rear-end collision by supporting the head and neck

Answer

To provide comfort for sleeping during long journeys

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To improve the driver's posture

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To keep the driver alert by being uncomfortable

Question 6

What action should you take if a red oil pressure warning light comes on while driving?

Accepted Answer

Stop as soon as it is safe, turn off the engine, and check the oil level before driving further

Answer

Continue driving to the nearest garage

Answer

Ignore it if the car seems to be running fine

Answer

Add water to the engine immediately