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 Driver
What should you do if you are driving a slow vehicle on a narrow road with traffic behind?
2.
Traffic Signs
What sort of information does this type of sign convey?
3.
The Road
When should you switch off fog lights?
4.
The Road
Why be alert for motorcyclists in gusty motorway winds?
6.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do before switching off a turbo engine?
7.
Environmental Issues
What is one advantage of planning a journey to avoid busy times?
8.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs warns of a height restriction ahead?
9.
Braking Systems
In freezing weather, what may stop brake air pressure building up?
10.
The Road
In very windy conditions, what should a high-sided vehicle avoid if possible?
11.
Restricted View
Why can motorcyclists be hard to see at junctions? (Choose TWO)
12.
The Road
How do you know it is safe to return to the nearside lane after overtaking a large vehicle?
13.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
14.
The Road
What is the purpose of a crawler lane?
15.
The Driver
What is the main safety purpose of a correctly adjusted head restraint?
16.
Environmental Issues
Why are vehicles fitted with air suspension?
17.
Other Road Users
Where are motorcyclists especially vulnerable? (Choose THREE)
18.
Other Road Users
Why might a cyclist signal right but stay left at a roundabout?
19.
The Driver
Which information or controls MUST be clearly displayed on a bus? (Choose THREE)
20.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Who is responsible for supplying tachograph charts to a bus or lorry driver?
21.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What is the meaning of this tachograph symbol?
22.
Braking Systems
How does an electromagnetic endurance brake or retarder work?
23.
Other Road Users
What should you do when a disabled person is still crossing at a pelican crossing? (Choose TWO)
24.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
For weight-planning purposes, approximately how many passengers are usually taken as equivalent to one tonne?
25.
The Road
What gap should you leave on a wet road?
26.
Carrying Passengers
In a half-cab bus, which bell signal means depart when safe?
27.
Other Road Users
Why may a cyclist signal right but stay left at a roundabout?
28.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
A group of 15 passengers boards your bus. Roughly how much extra weight should you allow for?
29.
Accident Handling
What should you do for a severe bleeding leg wound if the leg is not broken? (Choose TWO)
30.
The Road
Turbulence from fast moving large vehicles is most dangerous to which of these road users? (Choose THREE)
31.
Carrying Passengers
Which behaviours should a bus driver avoid? (Choose THREE)
32.
Environmental Issues
What is a benefit of planning ahead and spotting hazards early?
33.
Other Road Users
What should you do if pedestrians are crossing the minor road you are turning into?
34.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if your power-assisted steering fails while driving?
35.
Environmental Issues
What can help maximise fuel economy?
36.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
37.
Accident Handling
What is a laminated windscreen? (Choose TWO)
38.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
39.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if a warning light stays on before a journey?
40.
Environmental Issues
What can cause unnecessary environmental pollution? (Choose THREE)
41.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
42.
Vehicle Condition
What do codes on bus and lorry tyre sidewalls refer to?
43.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
44.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
Which licence class is needed to drive an articulated bus?
45.
The Road
Before returning left after overtaking from the centre lane, what should you do?
46.
Accident Handling
Which of these is a symptom of shock?
47.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
How many seats may a bus have if the driver has a category D1 licence?
48.
Restricted View
Which lane should you use when turning right at a roundabout with two right-turn lanes and enough room in either lane?
49.
Braking Systems
When should an endurance brake or retarder normally be used?
50.
Carrying Passengers
Which of these is a use of internal mirrors on a double-decker?
51.
Carrying Passengers
What is a kneeling bus designed to do?
52.
Vehicle Condition
When should a coach driver always wear gloves?
53.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
54.
The Road
When may a long bus normally straddle more than one lane?
55.
Carrying Passengers
If a bus driver brakes abruptly, in wich direction might passengers be thrown?
56.
Carrying Passengers
What should be the main priorities when driving a bus? (Choose TWO)
57.
The Driver
What should you do if you are taking medicine that could affect your driving?
58.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
59.
Other Road Users
What should you do when following a scooter on a poor road surface? (Choose THREE)
60.
Carrying Passengers
What must you ensure if you park a coach at a resort and passengers still have access?
61.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
Where can you find the legal axle-weight limits for the vehicle?
62.
Environmental Issues
What happens if you press the accelerator while starting an engine-management vehicle?
63.
Carrying Passengers
You are driving on a busy road when your bus breaks down. Where should passengers be moved to?
64.
The Road
What should you check before overtaking?
65.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
After passing a motorcyclist on a motorway, what should you check before moving back?
66.
Other Road Users
What should you do when approaching horses ahead? (Choose TWO)
67.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
A bus that is required to have a speed limiter will normally have it set to what speed?
68.
The Road
Why must your lights be clean and working properly at night? (Choose THREE)
69.
Other Road Users
Which vehicles are most likely to be affected by strong winds? (Choose THREE)
70.
Braking Systems
During an emergency stop, what will anti-lock brakes help with?
71.
Carrying Passengers
What should you do if a passenger reports exhaust fumes inside the vehicle?
72.
Vehicle Condition
What is the most likely cause of heavy steering in a modern vehicle?
73.
Vehicle Condition
When can a selective or block gear change be used?
74.
Other Road Users
What does a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a red light mean at night?
75.
Restricted View
What is a blind spot on a large vehicle?
76.
Accident Handling
What should you do when driving through a very busy tunnel?
77.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these are recorded on a tachograph? (Choose THREE)
78.
Carrying Passengers
Who may use priority seats?
79.
Carrying Passengers
When stopping to pick up passengers, where should the bus be positioned?
80.
Vehicle Condition
What tool is essential when fitting a road wheel?
81.
Restricted View
What should you check first before moving left?
82.
Environmental Issues
How can you save fuel when driving? (Choose THREE)
83.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
An enforcement officer keeps one of your tachograph charts. Who signs the back of the replacement chart?
84.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
When approaching this hazard in a long vehicle, which vehicle dimension matters most?
85.
Vehicle Condition
Where does a high-pressure fuel injector deliver fuel?
86.
Documents
What period do you have to complete 35 hours of Driver CPC training?
87.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
88.
Carrying Passengers
What is a bus driver's main responsibility?
89.
The Road
In gusty weather, which road user is most likely to be affected as you pass?
90.
Documents
How long is a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) valid?
91.
Carrying Passengers
Roughly how many passengers count as one tonne of load?
92.
Braking Systems
What should you do when a lorry is overtaking you on a two-lane motorway but cannot get past easily?
93.
Accident Handling
Which extinguisher should not be used on flammable liquid fires?
94.
The Road
Why should you take care using an endurance brake or retarder in snow?
95.
The Driver
Sleepiness behind the wheel is most common on which road type?
96.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these tachograph symbols records that a driver is resting?
97.
The Road
When is weight transfer most noticeable? (Choose TWO)
98.
Traffic Signs
What sort of information does this type of sign convey?
99.
Braking Systems
In an air-assisted hydraulic system, a very hard brake pedal may mean
100.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the meaning of this sign?
