UK PCV Theory Test Daily Checks and Maintenance 1

Question 1

During your walk-around check you notice that several plastic wheel-nut rotation indicators are no longer aligned with each other. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

The wheel nuts may have loosened since they were last tightened

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The tyres need to be rotated to even out wear

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The vehicle has recently had its wheels balanced

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The hub caps require replacement

Question 2

When carrying out your daily engine oil level check, what is the correct condition of the vehicle before taking the reading?

Accepted Answer

On level ground with the engine switched off and oil settled

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Engine running at normal operating temperature

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Immediately after switching off a fully warmed engine

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With the engine idling in neutral

Question 3

Under UK regulations, what is the minimum capacity dry-powder fire extinguisher that must be carried on a PCV used for the public carriage of passengers?

Accepted Answer

2 kg

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1 kg

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5 kg

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No specific minimum is prescribed

Question 4

While building air pressure after starting the engine, you notice the low-pressure warning buzzer and light remain active and the gauge does not reach the required operating level. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Switch the engine off, report the defect, and take the vehicle out of service

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Drive carefully to the nearest workshop to have it checked

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Continue driving as the system will pressurise once moving

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Drain the air reservoirs and restart the engine

Question 5

Which of the following must you verify is in correct working order and completely unobstructed as part of your daily PCV pre-departure check?

Accepted Answer

All emergency exit doors and their release mechanisms

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The driver's storage compartment

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The rear luggage hold lighting only

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Passenger seat-cover fastenings

Question 6

While inspecting PCV tyres during your daily check, which of the following defects would make the vehicle UNFIT to drive?

Accepted Answer

A cut on the sidewall that exposes the ply or cord beneath

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Light surface scuffing confined to the outer sidewall with no structural damage

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A valve cap missing from one tyre

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Tyre pressure that is 5 psi below the recommended level