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.
Accident Handling
What should you do when treating someone for shock? (Choose TWO)
2.
Other Road Users
What should you do first if you are unsure what a slow motorcyclist ahead will do?
3.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these may happen if a driver breaches EC tachograph rules? (Choose TWO)
4.
The Driver
What should you do if a front tyre bursts on the motorway?
5.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs instructs you to travel on a one-way street?
6.
Restricted View
When is a quick sideways glance especially useful in a lorry with a sleeper cab? (Choose TWO)
7.
Other Road Users
Which road users are most vulnerable at junctions? (Choose THREE)
8.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Who is responsible for supplying tachograph charts to a bus or lorry driver?
9.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What is the maximum daily driving time under EC rules?
10.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the meaning of this sign?
11.
Documents
What are the main parts of an effective system to prevent carrying illegal immigrants? (Choose THREE)
12.
Environmental Issues
When must a reversing bleeper not be used?
13.
The Driver
Hands-free phone conversations are likely to
14.
The Road
What should you always do before overtaking or changing lanes on a motorway?
15.
Vehicle Loading
Which loads may need controlled-temperature transport? (Choose THREE)
16.
Environmental Issues
What is important to prevent fuel spillages?
17.
Vehicle Condition
Why may you need to bleed the fuel system after a new engine is fitted?
18.
The Driver
A car displays a flashing green beacon. What does this usually mean?
19.
The Road
What is likely to happen when a vehicle is travelling downhill? (Choose THREE)
20.
Restricted View
What should you always do before moving off?
21.
Accident Handling
What is the minimum bridge headroom in the UK unless signs show otherwise?
22.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Where should you stop if you feel tired on a motorway?
23.
Other Road Users
What should you do if a cyclist is ahead and you want to turn left?
24.
The Road
When are high-sided vehicles most vulnerable to side winds? (Choose TWO)
26.
Braking Systems
An endurance brake or retarder should be used without a footbrake when:
27.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
How can you check when an analogue tachograph was last recalibrated?
28.
Other Road Users
Why should you give motorcyclists extra room through roadworks?
29.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs sets a maximum speed limit?
30.
The Driver
Which vehicle may display a green flashing light?
31.
Vehicle Condition
What could overfilling the engine with oil cause?
32.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
33.
Environmental Issues
What is a benefit of planning ahead and spotting hazards early?
34.
Braking Systems
What actions should you take when descending a steep hill in a large vehicle? (Choose TWO)
35.
Restricted View
What should you do at a T-junction if parked vehicles block your view both ways?
36.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
What should remember if you need to leave your vehicle unattended briefly?
37.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Where may a replacement driver tachograph card be collected from?
38.
Vehicle Loading
What helps reduce the wave effect in tankers?
39.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these are recorded on a tachograph? (Choose THREE)
40.
The Road
At night in cold weather, your steering feels unusually light. What might this suggest?
41.
The Road
What is the purpose of wheel-area brushes on a large vehicle?
42.
Accident Handling
When should you move an unconscious but breathing casualty?
43.
Accident Handling
Which documents are police most likely to ask you to produce? (Choose THREE)
44.
Vehicle Loading
What else should you use when carrying vehicles piggy-back besides restraints and parking brakes?
45.
Other Road Users
What should you do if pedestrians are crossing the minor road you are turning into?
46.
The Road
How can an empty curtain-sided vehicle reduce crosswind problems on exposed bridges?
47.
The Road
Who is most at risk from buffeting by large vehicles? (Choose THREE)
48.
Vehicle Loading
When is an articulated car transporter least stable?
49.
Environmental Issues
What continuous system use can worsen fuel consumption?
50.
Traffic Signs
Which of these signs is for a diversion route?
51.
The Road
What should you do after overtaking a cyclist on a two-way road?
52.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
The normal EC daily rest period is 11 hours, which can be reduced for 3 days per week. What is the minimum number of hours permitted on those reduced days?
53.
Other Road Users
Why might a motorcyclist use dipped headlights in daylight?
54.
The Driver
Before taking an incoming mobile call while driving, you should
55.
The Road
Which lane should you use when driving at your vehicle’s maximum speed on a clear motorway?
56.
Vehicle Condition
What should you do before driving from a muddy site onto normal roads?
57.
Vehicle Condition
When would you use kickdown on an automatic vehicle?
58.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Which of these tachograph symbols records that a driver is available?
59.
The Driver
Your lorry has a driver’s belt. When may you be exempt from wearing it?
60.
The Road
When is a two-second gap usually enough in fast traffic?
61.
The Road
In strong winds, which of these would be best avoided by a high-sided vehicle?
62.
The Driver
What should you do if you are driving in fast motorway traffic and you approach a stationary queue of cars in front of you?
63.
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)
64.
Braking Systems
What colour is the emergency brake line on both two-line and three-line systems?
65.
Accident Handling
What should you do to start mouth-to-mouth resuscitation? (Choose THREE)
66.
Braking Systems
Why must an endurance brake or retarder be used carefully on slippery roads?
67.
Environmental Issues
Which vehicles are most likely to cause severe road-surface damage? (Choose TWO)
68.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
Triangular projection markers be used on rear overhangs that exceed what length?
69.
The Driver
A pelican crossing has a central island where pedestrians cross in a straight line. How should it be treated?
70.
The Road
In thick fog at night, with motorway studs that are red on your left and white on your right. Which lane are you in?
71.
Other Road Users
What should you do if pedestrians have started crossing as you turn left?
72.
Vehicle Loading
Which load may need controlled-temperature transport?
73.
Vehicle Condition
What must operators have a system for drivers to report?
74.
Vehicle Condition
Where should you check engine oil level?
75.
The Road
Why might steering become less responsive when driving on the motorway in the rain?
76.
Environmental Issues
What would HM Revenue and Customs look for at a roadside check?
77.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
78.
Environmental Issues
What helps you drive in an eco-safe way?
79.
The Driver
You are unsure whether cough medicine affects driving. What should you do? (Choose TWO)
80.
Vehicle Loading
What should you ensure before demounting a lorry body?
81.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
What is the meaning of this sign?
82.
The Road
What hazard should you look for in strong wind?
83.
Restricted View
When should you first check the nearside mirror? (Choose THREE)
84.
Environmental Issues
What can reduce lorry fuel consumption? (Choose TWO)
85.
Documents
Which condition may prevent you from getting a lorry or bus licence?
86.
Environmental Issues
What can cab-mounted wind deflectors reduce?
87.
Environmental Issues
What should a professional driver do to reduce delays and congestion?
88.
Other Road Users
What may you meet on your side of a country road?
89.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
A refrigerated vehicle is carrying hanging meat. Why must corners be taken with extra care?
90.
Vehicle Loading
What is a lorry carrying if it displays an oxidising-agent symbol?
91.
The Driver
What should you do if you are taking medicine that could affect your driving?
92.
Driver's Rest Hours and Rest Periods
Tachographs are required for lorries above what maximum authorised mass?
93.
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?
94.
Documents
What can a driver be fined up to £2000 for each of when convicted of bringing illegal immigrants into the UK?
95.
Traffic Signs
What is the meaning of this sign?
96.
The Road
What should you check before moving into the middle lane to overtake on a three-lane motorway?
97.
The Road
On a motorway in a high-sided vehicle, where should crosswinds be expected?
98.
Documents
How long does a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) last?
99.
Vehicle Weights and Dimensions
At what load width is it mandatory to use side markers?
100.
The Driver
What is the safest plan for a driver attending a social event?
