DVSA Rules of the Road (Highway Code)

Question 1

At a roundabout, you should give way to traffic from which direction?

Accepted Answer

The right

Answer

At a roundabout, you must give way to traffic approaching from your right. You should watch for vehicles already on the roundabout and wait for a safe gap before joining.

Question 2

What is the national speed limit for a car on a single carriageway?

Accepted Answer

60 mph

Answer

The national speed limit for cars on a single carriageway is 60 mph. On dual carriageways and motorways, the national speed limit for cars is 70 mph.

Question 3

When may you use your vehicle's horn in a built-up area at night?

Accepted Answer

Never between 11:30 pm and 7:00 am unless a moving vehicle poses a danger

Answer

In a built-up area, you must not sound your horn between 11:30 pm and 7:00 am unless another road user poses a danger. The horn should never be used aggressively or as a rebuke.

Question 4

What is the minimum distance you should leave when overtaking a cyclist?

Accepted Answer

At least 1.5 metres

Answer

The Highway Code (updated 2022) states that when overtaking a cyclist at speeds of up to 30 mph, you should leave at least 1.5 metres of space. At higher speeds, you should leave even more room.

Question 5

You are driving and an emergency vehicle approaches with blue flashing lights. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Take appropriate action to let it pass without endangering others

Answer

When an emergency vehicle approaches, you should take appropriate action to let it pass. Do not panic, do not mount the kerb, do not brake harshly, and do not go through a red light. Only move aside when it is safe to do so.

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

DVSA Rules of the Road (Highway Code)