Welcome to the 'Lorry 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.
Other Road Users
What should you do if motorcyclists may swerve around potholes at roadworks?
2.
Vehicle Condition
What can poor-quality diesel fuel cause?
3.
Vehicle Condition
Which engine components are generally found in an internal combustion engine? (Choose THREE)
4.
Braking Systems
Your vehicle has air-assisted hydraulic brakes and the brake pedal feels hard. What might be the problem?
5.
Leaving the Vehicle
When should you use your mirrors? (Choose TWO)
6.
Other Road Users
Who should you look out for at a toucan crossing?
7.
The Driver
Which action is most likely to make you lose concentration while driving?
8.
Accident Handling
What should you do before trying to put out an engine fire?
9.
Restricted View
What should you do before moving off from behind a stationary car? (Choose THREE)
10.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs warns that a dual carriageway is ending?
11.
Other Road Users
How should you react to a learner driver ahead?
12.
The Road
Why might you tie open the curtains on an empty curtain-sided vehicle?
13.
Environmental Issues
How can wind deflectors help in windy conditions? (Choose TWO)
14.
Environmental Issues
Which item is likely to increase fuel consumption the most?
15.
The Driver
A police car behind wants you to stop. It may flash headlights and use which signal?
16.
The Driver
What should you adjust on the driver’s seat before starting the engine? (Choose THREE)
17.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
When approaching this hazard in a long vehicle, which vehicle dimension matters most?
18.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the meaning of this sign?
19.
Documents
What is the maximum specified fine for driving without insurance?
20.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
On a three-lane motorway, when may a lorry over 7.5 tonnes maximum authorised mass use the right-hand lane?
21.
Other Road Users
What should you do when elderly people are crossing?
22.
The Driver
With respect to your body clock, what are you more likely to do if driving between 2 am and 7 am?
23.
The Road
When is a box van most affected by crosswinds?
24.
Accident Handling
What is the minimum bridge headroom in the UK unless signs show otherwise?
25.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
26.
Environmental Issues
What continuous system use can worsen fuel consumption?
27.
Other Road Users
What should you do when passing a stationary school bus showing this sign?
28.
The Road
What following gap should you leave at 50 mph on a flat but wet road?
29.
The Driver
How does alcohol affect driving ability?
30.
The Driver
What should you do if you are at the legal speed limit and a driver behind flashes headlights?
31.
Vehicle Condition
When should anti-freeze be used in the cooling system?
32.
Other Road Users
Why might a cyclist signal right but stay left at a roundabout?
33.
Accident Handling
What should be the first priorities when at a serious motorcycle accident and there is an unconcious casulty? (Choose THREE)
34.
Other Road Users
What should you check just before turning right from a main road into a side road?
35.
Other Road Users
Who is especially at risk from diesel spilled on the road?
36.
Accident Handling
What should you not do at the scene of an accident?
37.
Other Road Users
Where may a horse rider in the left lane go at a roundabout?
38.
The Driver
Why should you prepare a backup route before a journey?
39.
The Road
What should you look for before overtaking a lorry?
40.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What is good practice for protecting your cargo when stopping overnight?
41.
Braking Systems
What actions should you take when descending a steep hill in a large vehicle? (Choose TWO)
42.
The Road
A large vehicle ahead is producing spray. What should you do when starting to overtake?
43.
The Road
What should you do if a lorry is following too closely on the motorway?
44.
Environmental Issues
How can you reduce your lorry’s environmental impact? (Choose THREE)
45.
Traffic Signs
What sort of information does this type of sign convey?
46.
The Driver
You must drive overnight. What can help concentration?
47.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What should be your main concern when approaching this sign?
48.
Braking Systems
How can 'brake fade' be prevented? (Choose TWO)
49.
Restricted View
Why can a sleeper cab make driving more difficult?
50.
Accident Handling
How should you treat someone for shock at an accident scene?
51.
Other Road Users
What should you do when following a moped and planning to turn left ahead?
52.
Other Road Users
Where would you see this school-children sign?
53.
Environmental Issues
How can you plan your route before a long journey?
54.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
How much time does a single tachograph chart cover?
55.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
On a two-driver journey, how may the non-driving driver record some of the time while the other driver is at the wheel?
56.
The Road
Why should you reduce your speed when passing this pedestrian on a wet road?
57.
The Road
What lights should you use at night in a built-up area?
58.
Accident Handling
When should you move an unconscious but breathing casualty?
59.
Braking Systems
What is the main purpose of anti-lock braking?
60.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
According to EC rules, how many times a week may a daily rest period may be reduced to 9 hours?
61.
Vehicle Condition
What does this instrument-panel warning light mean?
62.
The Driver
A car emerges and forces you to brake. What is the right response?
63.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What security steps should you take if you are regularly carry high-value goods? (Choose TWO)
64.
Other Road Users
What could stopping on these school markings obstruct?
65.
Vehicle Condition
What should you check after hitting the kerb at speed? (Choose TWO)
66.
Other Road Users
What should you do when following a motorcyclist on an uneven road?
67.
Vehicle Condition
Why should you not drive with a bulge in a tyre sidewall?
68.
Other Road Users
Who is most at risk if diesel leaks on a roundabout?
69.
The Road
When should you use a crawler lane?
70.
The Driver
At a zebra crossing in queuing traffic, what should you do?
71.
Vehicle Condition
What feature do energy-saving tyres have?
72.
Accident Handling
How can you help stop heavy bleeding from someone’s arm? (Choose TWO)
73.
The Road
How should you drive on snow with windy conditions?
74.
Accident Handling
Which of these are actions should you do when helping injured people at an accident scene? (Choose THREE)
75.
The Road
What gap should you leave on a wet road?
76.
Accident Handling
What is a laminated windscreen? (Choose TWO)
77.
Restricted View
What should you always do before moving off?
78.
The Driver
What should you do if pedestrians are near a large puddle at the kerb?
79.
Other Road Users
What is especially dangerous for motorcyclists filtering through slow traffic? (Choose TWO)
80.
Braking Systems
Using a retarder helps reduce wear on which part?
81.
The Road
What should you use after heavy rain when spray from other lorries is reducing visibility?
82.
The Road
What should you do before driving a lorry in high winds?
83.
Other Road Users
What should you do if a horse becomes nervous as riders approach you?
84.
Vehicle Condition
How often should fifth-wheel coupling components be inspected?
85.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
86.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
87.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do if the brake pedal becomes hard?
88.
Vehicle Loading
What could overloading an axle cause?
89.
Vehicle Condition
What is the first thing you must do when uncoupling a trailer?
90.
Accident Handling
What should you do if a passenger has a badly bleeding arm wound?
91.
The Driver
What should you do if a green light is ahead, but traffic beyond the junction is queuing?
92.
Environmental Issues
What should you do if parked briefly in town while planning a route?
93.
Vehicle Condition
What happens to diesel fuel when it gets hot?
94.
Leaving the Vehicle
What should you make sure of before leaving the vehicle cab? (Choose TWO)
95.
Documents
How long is a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) valid?
96.
The Road
Which two vehicles are most at risk in windy weather? (Choose TWO)
97.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the meaning of this sign?
98.
Other Road Users
What should you do if pedestrians have started crossing as you turn left?
99.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs removes a minimum speed requirement?
100.
Braking Systems
When should you use an endurance brake or retarder?
