It is essential that you study in advance for your driving theory test. To assist, we have prepared a mock theory test, with a full bank of 50 questions, similar to that of the formal DSA theory test.
Give it a go and see how you get on - remember, you need a score of at least 43 out of 50 to pass this mock theory test.
Best of luck.
1. Your mobile phone rings while you are travelling. You should? Stop immediately Answer it immediately Pull up in a suitable place Pull up at the nearest kerb
2. Windscreen pillars can obstruct your view. You should take particular care when? Driving on a motorway Driving on a dual carriageway Approaching a one-way street Approaching bends and junctions
3. What does the term 'blind spot' mean for a driver? An area covered by your right-hand mirror An area not covered by your headlights An area covered by your left-hand mirror An area not covered by your mirrors
4. You should never wave people across at pedestrian crossings because? There may be another vehicle coming They may not be looking It is safer for you to carry on They may not be ready to cross
5. What should you use your horn for? To alert others to your presence To allow you right of way To greet other road users To signal your annoyance
6. You are approaching unmarked crossroads. How should you deal with this type of junction? Accelerate and keep to the middle Slow down and keep to the right Accelerate looking to the left Slow down and look both ways
7. What can cause heavy steering? Driving on ice Badly worn brakes Over-inflated tyres Under-inflated tyres
8. When a roof rack is not in use it should be removed. Why is this? It will affect the suspension It is illegal It will affect your braking It will waste fuel
9. Your vehicle pulls to one side when braking. You should? Change the tyres around Consult your garage as soon as possible Pump the pedal when braking Use the handbrake at the same time
10. What is the shortest overall stopping distance on a dry road at 60mph? 53 metres (175 feet) 58 metres (190 feet) 73 metres (240 feet) 96 metres (315 feet)
11. You are following a vehicle at a safe distance on a wet road. Another driver overtakes you and pulls into the gap you have left. What should you do? Flash your headlights as a warning Try to overtake safely as soon as you can Drop back to regain a safe distance Stay close to the other vehicle until it moves on
12. You are driving in heavy rain. Your steering suddenly becomes light. You should? Steer towards the side of the road Apply gentle acceleration Brake firmly to reduce speed Ease off the accelerator
13. A driver does something that upsets you. You should? Try not to react Let them know how you feel Flash your headlights several times Sound your horn
14. You are approaching crossroads. The traffic lights have failed. What should you do? Brake and stop only for large vehicles Brake sharply to a stop before looking Be prepared to brake sharply to a stop Be prepared to stop for any traffic
15. Why are mirrors often slightly curved (convex)? They give a wider field of vision They totally cover blind spots They make it easier to judge the speed of the following traffic They make following traffic look bigger
16. You are on a dual carriageway. Ahead you see a vehicle with an amber flashing light. What could this be? An ambulance A fire engine A doctor on call A disabled person's vehicle
17. You are waiting to emerge at a junction. Your view is restricted by parked vehicles. What can help you to see traffic on the road you are joining? Looking for traffic behind you Reflections of traffic in shop windows Making eye contact with other road users Checking for traffic in your interior mirror
18. How will a school crossing patrol signal you to stop? By pointing to children on the opposite pavement By displaying a red light By displaying a stop sign By giving you an arm signal
19. You see a pedestrian with a white stick and red band. This means that the person is? Physically disabled Deaf only Blind only Deaf and blind
20. You are following two cyclists. They approach a roundabout in the left-hand lane. In which direction should you expect the cyclists to go? Left Right Any direction Straight ahead
21. You are following a learner driver who stalls at a junction. You should? Be patient as you expect them to make mistakes Stay very close behind and flash your headlights Start to rev your engine if they take too long to restart Immediately steer around them and drive on
22. You are driving on a main road. You intend to turn right into a side road. Just before turning you should? Adjust your interior mirror Flash your headlamps Steer over to the left Check for traffic overtaking on your right
23. Which of these is LEAST likely to be affected by crosswinds? Cyclists Motorcyclists High-sided vehicles Cars
24. You are travelling in heavy rain. Your overall stopping distance is likely to be? Doubled Halved Up to ten times greater No different
25. On a foggy day you unavoidably have to park your car on the road. You should? Leave your headlights on Leave your fog lights on Leave your sidelights on Leave your hazard lights on
26. What could keeping the clutch down or selecting neutral for long periods of time be dangerous? Fuel spillage will occur Engine damage may be caused You will have less steering and braking control It will wear tyres out more quickly
27. What colour are the reflective studs between a motorway and its slip road? Amber White Green Red
28. You should not normally travel on the hard shoulder of a motorway. When can you use it? When taking the next exit When traffic is stopped When signs direct you to When traffic is slow moving
29. What is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on a dual carriageway? 30 mph 50 mph 60 mph 70 mph
30. You may remove your seat belt when carrying out a manoeuvre that involves? Reversing A hill start An emergency stop Driving slowly
31. What does this traffic sign mean? No overtaking allowed Give priority to oncoming traffic Two way traffic One-way traffic only
32. How will a police officer in a patrol vehicle normally get you to stop? Flash the headlights, indicate left and point to the left Wait until you stop, then approach you Use the siren, overtake, cut in front and stop Pull alongside you, use the siren and wave you to stop
33. When you apply to renew your vehicle excise licence (tax disc) you must produce? A valid insurance certificate The old tax disc The vehicle handbook A valid driving licence
34. You have to treat someone for shock at the scene of an accident. You should? Walk them around to calm them down Reassure them constantly Give them something cold to drink Cool them down as soon as possible
35. At an accident it is important to look after the casulty. When the area is safe, you should? Get them out of the vehicle Give them a drink Give them something to eat Keep them in the vehicle
36. An accident has just happened. An injured person is lying in a busy road. What is the first thing you should do to help? Treat the person for shock Warn other traffic Place them in the recovery position Make sure the injured person is kept warm
37. Which of these is a suitable restraint for a child under three years? A child seat An adult holding a child An adult seat belt A lap belt
38. You see two elderly pedestrians about to cross the road ahead. You should? Expect them to wait for you to pass Speed up to get past them quickly Stop and wave them across the road Be careful, they may misjudge your speed
39. What does this sign mean? Buses turning Ring road Mini-roundabout Keep right
40. You must obey signs giving orders. These signs are mostly in? Green rectangles Red triangles Blue rectangles Red circles
41. A police officer asks to see your documents. You do not have them with you. You may produce them at a police station within? 5 days 7 days 14 days 21 days
42. Your overall stopping distance will be much longer when driving? In the rain In fog At night In strong winds
43. In areas where there are traffic calming measures, you should? Travel at a reduced speed Always travel at the speed limit Position in the centre of the road Only slow down if pedestrians are near
44. Before overtaking a large vehicle, you should keep well back. Why is this? To give acceleration space to overtake quickly on blind bends To get the best view of the road ahead To leave a gap in case the vehicle stops and rolls back To offer other drivers a safe gap if they want to overtake you
45. You are driving on the motorway in windy conditions. When passing high-sided vehicles you should? Increase your speed Be wary of a sudden gust Drive alongside very closely Expect normal conditions
46. When may you stop on a motorway? If you have to read a map When you are tired and need a rest If your mobile phone rings In an emergency or breakdown
47. Which vehicle might have to use a different course to normal at roundabouts? Sports car Van Estate car Long vehicle
48. Why should you make sure that your indicators are cancelled after turning? To avoid flattening the battery To avoid misleading other road users To avoid dazzling other road users To avoid damage to the indicator relay
49. What is the legal minimum insurance cover you must have to drive on public road? Third party, fire and theft Comprehensive Third party only Personal injury cover
50. You should never attempt to overtake a cyclist? Just before you turn left On a left-hand bend On a one-way street On a dual carriageway
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