Welcome to the 'Bus Practice Test'
This practice test will select 100 random questions, which you will be expected to complete within the allocated 55 minute time limit. You will be shown correct and incorrect answers at the end of the quiz, with a hint available on each question should you need it.
Each question is representative of the type used by the DVSA for your real theory exam.
Instructions:
- The test will begin after you select the 'Next' button below.
- For each question, choose from the four multiple choice answers provided.
- Some questions may have more than one answer, a note will be displayed when to do this.
- A confirmation screen will appear at the end for you to submit the test to be scored. Click 'Submit' to be shown a review of your scores and suggested revision.
Ready? Click 'Next' to begin.
1.
The Road
Which statement is NOT correct when overtaking uphill in a fully-laden vehicle?
2.
The Road
What should you do when turning right at a roundabout in a long vehicle but need the left lane?
3.
Vehicle Condition
What is a loud buzzer in the cab most likely to warn of?
4.
Braking Systems
Where must extra care be taken when using an endurance brake or retarder?
5.
Carrying Passengers
What is a bus driver’s first responsibility?
6.
Restricted View
Why can motorcyclists be hard to see at junctions? (Choose TWO)
7.
Accident Handling
When should you move an unconscious but breathing casualty?
8.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
If an enforcement officer retains your tachograph record, what should they put on the replacement chart? (Choose TWO)
9.
The Driver
Apart from alcohol, what can seriously reduce concentration? (Choose THREE)
10.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs warns that the road is bending to the right?
11.
Accident Handling
What should you do with a casualty in a vehicle when the accident area is safe?
12.
Other Road Users
Where should you expect cyclists in the left lane to go at a roundabout?
13.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
14.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if the oil pressure warning light comes on while driving?
15.
The Driver
What is the main safety purpose of a correctly adjusted head restraint?
16.
Accident Handling
What should you do first if your vehicle cannot be driven after an accident in a tunnel?
17.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
A driver convicted of obstructing an enforcement officer under EC drivers’ hours rules may receive a maximum fine of
19.
Accident Handling
Why may it be unwise to move a casualty at an accident scene?
20.
Vehicle Condition
Who is notified when a vehicle is prohibited after a serious-defect spot check?
21.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs warns of a cattle grid in the road?
22.
The Driver
Which mirror should you check when passing school children close to the kerb?
23.
Environmental Issues
What continuous system use can worsen fuel consumption?
24.
Environmental Issues
What can cause unnecessary environmental pollution? (Choose THREE)
25.
Braking Systems
Using a retarder helps reduce wear on which part?
26.
Environmental Issues
What is important to prevent fuel spillages?
27.
Other Road Users
What should you do if motorcyclists may swerve around potholes at roadworks?
28.
The Road
What should you check before overtaking?
29.
Traffic Signs
What sort of information does this type of sign convey?
30.
The Driver
Why is an emergency roadside phone often better than a mobile phone when broken down on the motorway?
31.
The Driver
With respect to your body clock, what are you more likely to do if driving between 2 am and 7 am?
32.
The Road
What could white lights on a vehicle usually show at night? (Choose THREE)
33.
Carrying Passengers
If a bus accelerates sharply, in which direcction may passengers be thrown?
34.
The Driver
Hands-free phone conversations are likely to
35.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs instructs you to travel on a one-way street?
36.
The Road
Why does wet-weather visibility worsen at speed?
37.
Carrying Passengers
What should you do for passenger safety and comfort? (Choose THREE)
38.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Why should a driver have spare tachograph charts available?
39.
Carrying Passengers
What does it mean when the bus bell rings three times?
40.
Braking Systems
Where would you expect to see an escape lane?
41.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
42.
Accident Handling
What should receive urgent priority if someone is unconscious after an accident? (Choose THREE)
43.
Environmental Issues
Why are vehicles fitted with air suspension?
44.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
It is 11.00 am and you have driven continuously since 7.00 am. According to EC rules, how much longer may you drive before taking a break?
45.
Vehicle Condition
How often should wheel nuts be checked?
46.
The Road
What should you not do when approaching roadworks?
47.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
48.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is meant by a vehicle’s turning circle?
49.
The Driver
How should you help following vehicles overtake your slow vehicle when on a narrow road?
50.
Other Road Users
Which road users are most at risk at junctions? (Choose THREE)
51.
Carrying Passengers
In a half-cab bus, which bell signal means depart when safe?
52.
Documents
How long is a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) valid?
53.
Vehicle Condition
What do tyre sidewall codes on buses and lorries refer to?
54.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these statements about tachograph charts are correct? (Choose TWO)
55.
The Driver
You have had eight hours of sleep since your last alcoholic drink. Which of these are true? (Choose TWO)
56.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
For weight-planning purposes, approximately how many passengers are usually taken as equivalent to one tonne?
57.
Carrying Passengers
What should you do to avoid uncomfortable harsh braking for passengers?
58.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
An official who is not wearing uniform asks you to leave your bus. What should you do first?
59.
Accident Handling
What should you use before touching a driver in contact with live electrical cables?
60.
Braking Systems
Which of these would be adversly affected by coasting downhill?
61.
Vehicle Condition
Why should you avoid overfilling the engine oil?
62.
Accident Handling
What should you do first if an unconscious motorcyclist is lying in the road?
63.
Braking Systems
How should you brake when travelling around bends if you have a heavy cargo? (Choose TWO)
64.
Accident Handling
What should you do if a casualty is still not breathing while you are giving mouth-to-mouth?
65.
The Road
How much may stopping distances increase by in snow?
66.
Other Road Users
How should you react to a learner driver ahead?
67.
The Driver
What advice should be given to someone who has drunk alcohol at a party?
68.
Carrying Passengers
When should you deny a wheelchair user from boarding?
69.
Other Road Users
Where may a horse rider in the left lane go at a roundabout?
70.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
On a narrow road with passing places, what feature of a large vehicle must you be especially aware of?
71.
The Road
Which of these affects double-decker buses worse than single-deck buses?
72.
Carrying Passengers
What does it mean when the conductor rings the bell twice?
73.
Accident Handling
What should you do if a passenger is unconscious but breathing after a bus accident?
74.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
75.
The Driver
What should you do when there is a crash on the opposite motorway carriageway?
76.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these tachograph symbols records that a driver is driving?
77.
Vehicle Condition
Why should you use approved coolant in the engine?
78.
Accident Handling
Which of these are actions should you do when helping injured people at an accident scene? (Choose THREE)
79.
Environmental Issues
Which vehicles are most likely to cause severe road-surface damage? (Choose TWO)
80.
Documents
What does a full category D licence allow you to tow?
81.
Braking Systems
What must you NOT do if the brake air pressure warning light is on?
82.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What risk must the driver allow for when turning a bus with a long front overhang?
83.
The Road
When should you switch off fog lights?
84.
The Driver
Which information or controls MUST be clearly displayed on a bus? (Choose THREE)
85.
Environmental Issues
Why do energy-saving tyres improve fuel economy?
86.
The Driver
A coach is overtaking you. How should you tell the driver it is safe to move back left?
87.
Carrying Passengers
If a bus driver brakes abruptly, in wich direction might passengers be thrown?
88.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What is the meaning of this tachograph symbol?
89.
The Road
When should you never try to overtake a cyclist?
90.
The Driver
A car emerges and forces you to brake. What is the right response?
91.
The Driver
An ambulance with a blue flashing light is behind you. What should you do?
92.
Accident Handling
What should be given urgent priority when someone is injured at an accident scene? (Choose THREE)
93.
Other Road Users
Why should motorcyclists wear bright clothing?
94.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
Where can you find the legal axle-weight limits for the vehicle?
95.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs indicate a tourist area?
96.
The Road
How should you drive through deep water?
97.
The Driver
Which action is most likely to make you lose concentration while driving?
98.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
99.
Other Road Users
What should you do when following a scooter on an uneven road?
100.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
How can you check when an analogue tachograph was last recalibrated?
