RSA - Irish Driving Test Ireland Driving Test 27

Question 1

What is the national speed limit on a motorway in Ireland for a car or motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

120 km/h

Answer

The national speed limit on motorways in Ireland is 120 km/h for cars and motorcycles, as set by the Road Traffic Act. Exceeding this limit is an offence and incurs penalty points.

Question 2

When approaching a roundabout in Ireland, who has priority?

Accepted Answer

Vehicles already on the roundabout

Answer

In Ireland, traffic already circulating on a roundabout has priority. Vehicles entering must yield to traffic already on the roundabout, typically indicated by a 'Yield' sign at the entry point.

Question 3

What does a yellow box junction marked on the road mean for a driver?

Accepted Answer

You must not enter the box unless your exit is clear

Answer

A yellow box junction prohibits a driver from entering the marked area unless their exit road or lane is clear enough to drive through without stopping. The rule prevents gridlock at busy junctions.

Question 4

How many penalty points will cause a full driving licence holder in Ireland to be automatically disqualified?

Accepted Answer

12 penalty points

Answer

A full licence holder who accumulates 12 penalty points within any three-year period is automatically disqualified from driving for six months. Learner and novice drivers face disqualification at a lower threshold of 7 points.

Question 5

What must a driver do when a traffic light shows a steady amber signal on its own?

Accepted Answer

Stop before the stop line if it is safe to do so

Answer

A steady amber light means stop if it is safe to do so. It warns that the light is about to turn red. Only drivers who are so close to the stop line that stopping would be dangerous may continue through.

RSA - Irish Driving Test Practice Test

RSA - Irish Driving Test Practice Test

RSA - Irish Driving Test Ireland Driving Test 27