PCV PCV Road Signs & Highway Code 3

Question 1

What does a sign showing a bus and the word 'ONLY' mean on a lane?

Accepted Answer

The lane is restricted to buses only at all times

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Buses must use this lane exclusively on weekdays

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Only articulated buses may use the lane

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Buses must travel faster than 20 mph in this lane

Question 2

What does a red circle with a motorcycle and car symbol inside mean?

Accepted Answer

No motorcycles or cars permitted — typically applies to a bus/cycle lane or similar restricted road

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Motorcycles and cars must travel in convoy

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A designated road for heavy vehicles only

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Motorcycles must overtake cars in this area

Question 3

What does a sign showing a coach and the word 'PICK UP' indicate?

Accepted Answer

A designated coach pickup and set-down point

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A coach park entrance

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A coach weigh station

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An emergency pull-in for coaches

Question 4

What is the meaning of a blue rectangular sign with the word 'BUS' and a left arrow at a roundabout?

Accepted Answer

Buses must use the left route — a mandatory direction for buses

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Advisory direction for buses turning left

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Buses may overtake at the roundabout

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A bus stop is located to the left

Question 5

What does a white rectangular sign reading 'MAX STAY 2 HOURS' mean at a coach park?

Accepted Answer

Coaches may park for a maximum of 2 hours — must vacate after that period

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Coaches must stay at least 2 hours

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2 hours minimum stay required for coaches

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Free parking for the first 2 hours only

Question 6

What does a red circle with a number '20' and the word 'ZONE' beneath mean?

Accepted Answer

A 20 mph speed limit zone applies to all vehicles including buses

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Only cars are limited to 20 mph

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Advisory 20 mph speed for buses with passengers

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A school zone with 20 mph limit during term time only