DVSA Vehicle Safety and Maintenance

Question 1

How often should you check your vehicle's tyre pressures?

Accepted Answer

Every month and before long journeys

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Once a year during the MOT

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Only when the tyres look flat

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Every time you fill up with fuel

Question 2

Your vehicle pulls to one side when braking. What is the most likely cause?

Accepted Answer

Uneven brake pad wear or a sticking brake calliper

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A punctured tyre

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Low engine oil level

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A faulty alternator

Question 3

What is the purpose of the catalytic converter in a vehicle's exhaust system?

Accepted Answer

To reduce harmful exhaust emissions

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To reduce engine noise

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To improve fuel efficiency

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To prevent exhaust fumes entering the cabin

Question 4

When should you use your rear fog lights?

Accepted Answer

When visibility is seriously reduced below 100 metres

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Whenever it rains heavily

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At night on all unlit roads

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Whenever you use dipped headlights

Question 5

What colour is the engine oil warning light on the dashboard?

Accepted Answer

Red

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Green

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Blue

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Amber

Question 6

Your vehicle's head restraint should be adjusted so that it is:

Accepted Answer

At the same height as the top of your head

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Level with the base of your skull

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At shoulder height

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As low as possible for visibility