UK PCV Theory Vehicle Weights and Dimensions Questions and Answers

Question 1

You are driving a two-axle double-decker bus. What is the maximum authorised mass (MAM) permitted for this type of vehicle on UK roads?

Accepted Answer

19.5 tonnes

Answer

18.0 tonnes

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26.0 tonnes

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21.5 tonnes

Question 2

A sign in your cab displays your vehicle's height as 4.5 metres. You are approaching an unmarked arched bridge. What is the minimum legal headroom you should expect under this bridge?

Accepted Answer

5.03 metres (16 feet 6 inches)

Answer

4.5 metres (14 feet 9 inches)

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4.7 metres (15 feet 5 inches)

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5.3 metres (17 feet 4 inches)

Question 3

Which of the following statements regarding PCV dimensions is correct according to UK regulations?

Accepted Answer

A bus with more than two axles has a maximum permitted length of 15 metres.

Answer

The maximum length for any rigid bus is 12 metres.

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The maximum width for a PCV, excluding mirrors, is 2.75 metres.

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A Category D1 minibus can have a maximum length of 9 metres.

Question 4

You are preparing for your journey in a coach that is over 3.0 metres tall. Where must the vehicle's height be displayed?

Accepted Answer

In a position where it can be clearly seen by the driver from their seat

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On a plate on the vehicle's chassis

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On the exterior nearside of the vehicle, next to the passenger door

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Within the vehicle's registration document (V5C) only

Question 5

What is the maximum legal weight for a single driving axle on a PCV in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

11.5 tonnes

Answer

10.0 tonnes

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9.5 tonnes

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10.5 tonnes

Question 6

A driver holds a Category D1 licence. This entitles them to drive a minibus with a maximum length of 8 metres and with no more than how many passenger seats?

Accepted Answer

16 passenger seats

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8 passenger seats

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24 passenger seats

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32 passenger seats