100 DMV Questions of Miscellaneous
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1. Motorcars must first have an MOT certificate when they are
A. One year old
B. Three years old
C. Five years old
D. Seven years old
2. You are driving along a wet road. How can you tell if your vehicle is aquaplaning?
A. The engine will stall
B. The engine noise will increase
C. The steering will feel very heavy
D. The steering will feel very light
3. You will use more fuel if your tyres are
A. Under-inflated
B. Of different makes
C. Over-inflated
D. New and hardly used
4. Whilst driving on the motorway you have to slow down quickly due to a hazard. What should you do?
A. Sound your horn
B. Switch on your hazard lights
C. Switch on your fog light
D. Switch on the headlights to full beam
5. You are in a line of traffic. The driver behind you is following very closely. What action should you take?
A. Ignore the following driver and continue to travel within the speed limit
B. Slow down, gradually increasing the gap between you and the vehicle in front
C. Signal left and wave the following driver past
D. Move over to a position just left of the centre line of the road
6. On a road where trams operate, which of these vehicles will be most at risk from tram rails?
A. Cars
B. Cycles
C. Buses
D. Lorries
7. You are in a one-way street and want to turn right. You should position yourself
A. In the right-hand lane
B. In the left-hand lane
C. In either lane, depending on the traffic
D. Just left of the centre line
8. Why are place names printed on the road surface?
A. To restrict the flow of traffic
B. To warn you of oncoming traffic
C. To enable you to change lanes early
D. To prevent you changing lanes
9. Signals are normally given by direction indicators and
A. Brake lights
B. Sidelights
C. Fog lights
D. Interior lights
10. A learner driver you are following stalls at a junction. What should you do?
A. Sound your horn and flash your lights
B. Steer around them and drive on
C. Be patient and wait for them to move on
D. Shout instructions
11. How can you stop a caravan snaking from side to side?
A. Turn the steering wheel slowly to each side
B. Accelerate to increase your speed
C. Stop as quickly as you can
D. Slow down very gradually
12. What is the most common cause of skidding?
A. Worn tyres
B. Driver error
C. Other vehicles
D. Pedestrians
13. Supertrams or Light Rapid Transit (LRT) systems are environmentally friendly because
A. They use diesel power
B. They use quieter roads
C. They use electric power
D. They do not operate during rush hour
14. It is essential that tyre pressures be checked regularly. When should this be done?
A. After any length journey
B. After travelling at high speed
C. When tyres are hot
D. When tyres are cold
15. Coasting your vehicle whilst driving will..
A. Increase the control you have over the vehicle
B. Decrease the control you have over the vehicle
C. Make the car use more fuel
D. Reduce the vehicle's braking distance
16. The age group most likely to be involved in road accidents is
A. 30 to 45-year-olds
B. 17 to 25-year-olds
C. 46 to 55-year-olds
D. 55 to 66-year olds
17. What is the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles when travelling in the right-hand lane of a motorway?
A. 80 mph
B. 70 mph
C. 60 mph
D. 50 mph
18. On a motorway traffic signs are mostly which colour?
A. Red
B. Blue
C. Green
D. Purple
19. Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable
A. When moving off
B. On dual carriageways
C. When approaching junctions
D. On motorways
20. When being followed by an ambulance showing a flashing blue beacon you should
A. Pull over as soon as safely possible to let it pass
B. Accelerate hard to get away from it
C. Maintain your speed and course
D. Brake harshly and immediately stop in the road
21. Why should you always reduce your speed when travelling in fog?
A. The brakes do not work as well
B. You will be dazzled by oncoming headlights
C. The engine will take longer to warm up
D. It is more difficult to see events ahead
22. You intend to turn right into a side road. Just before turning you should check for motorcyclists who might be
A. Overtaking you on the left
B. Following you closely
C. Emerging from the side road
D. Overtaking on your right
23. You are waiting to emerge at a junction. Parked vehicles restrict your view. What can help you to see traffic on the road you are joining?
A. Looking for traffic behind you
B. Reflections of traffic in shop windows
C. Making eye contact with other road users
D. Checking for traffic in your interior mirror
24. You are turning right onto a dual carriageway. What should you do before emerging?
A. Stop, apply the handbrake then select a low gear
B. Position your vehicle well to the left of the side of the road
C. Check that the central reservation is wide enough for your vehicle
D. Make sure that you leave enough room for a vehicle behind
25. Following a collision someone has suffered a burn. The burn needs to be cooled. What is the shortest time it should be cooled for?
A. 5 minutes
B. 10 minutes
C. 15 minutes
D. 20 minutes
26. When driving at 60mph on a dry road what would be the shortest overall stopping distance?
A. 53 metres
B. 58 metres
C. 73 metres
D. 96 metres
27. Your overall stopping distance will be much longer when:
A. Driving in fog
B. Driving in rain
C. Driving in strong winds
D. Driving on a very hot day
28. A driver has had a few alcoholic drinks, what advice should you give them?
A. Take extra care when driving home
B. Do not drive home
C. Drink several cups of coffee before driving home
D. Take a short sleep before driving home
29. At which pedestrian crossing are cyclists allowed to ride across?
A. Zebra
B. Pelican
C. Puffin
D. Toucan
30. When MUST you use dipped headlights during the day?
A. All the time
B. Along narrow streets
C. In poor visibility
D. When parking
31. After passing your driving test, you suffer from ill health. This affects your driving. You MUST
A. Inform your local police station
B. Avoid using motorways
C. Always drive accompanied
D. Inform the licensing authority
32. It is illegal to drive with tyres that -
A. Have a large, deep cut in the sidewall
B. Are of different makes
C. Were bought second-hand
D. Are more than three years old
33. You are driving through a tunnel. There has been a collision and the car in front is on fire and blocking the road. What should you do?
A. Overtake and continue as quickly as you can
B. Lock all the doors and windows
C. Switch on the hazard warning lights
D. Stop and then reverse out of the tunnel
34. When may you use hazard warning lights?
A. To park alongside another car
B. To park on double yellow lines
C. When you are being towed
D. When you have broken down
35. The safest place to park your vehicle at night is
A. In a garage
B. On a quiet side street
C. On a drivway
D. In a carpark
36. What is the meaning of this sign?
A. Tunnel aheadB. Low bridge aheadC. Tourist route aheadD. Holiday route ahead
37. After how many years does a car first need a MOT certificate?
A. Four years
B. Three years
C. Two years
D. One year
38. In good conditions, what is the typical stopping distance at 70 mph?
A. 53 metres (175 feet)
B. 60 metres (197 feet)
C. 73 metres (240 feet)
D. 96 metres (315 feet)
39. You should only use a mobile phone when
A. Receiving a call
B. Suitably parked
C. Driving at less than 30 mph
D. Driving an automatic vehicle
40. Which of these is LEAST likely to be affected by crosswinds?
A. Cyclists
B. Motorcyclists
C. High-sided vehicles
D. Cars
41. What is most likely to cause high fuel consumption?
A. Staying in high gears
B. Aggressive braking
C. Harsh acceleration
D. Poor steering control
42. Which of the following is NOT allowed to travel in the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway?
A. A vehicle towing a trailor
B. An estate car
C. A motorcycle
D. A mini bus
43. A toucan crossing is different from other crossings because
A. Moped riders can use it
B. A traffic warden controls it
C. Two flashing lights control it
D. Cyclists can use it
44. When may you reverse from a side-road into a main road?
A. Only if both roads are clear of traffic
B. Not at any time
C. At any time
D. Only if the main road is clear of traffic
45. On a motorway what is used to reduce traffic bunching?
A. Variable speed limits
B. Contraflow systems
C. National speed limits
D. Lane closures
46. You are waiting to emerge from a minor road. A large vehicle is approaching from the right. You have time to turn, but you should wait. Why?
A. The large vehicle can easily hide an overtaking vehicle
B. The large vehicle can turn suddenly
C. The large vehicle is difficult to steer in a straight line
D. The large vehicle can easily hide vehicles from the left
47. You are parking on a two-way road at night. The speed limit is 40 mph. You should park on the
A. Left with parking lights on
B. Left with no lights on
C. Right with parking lights on
D. Right with dipped headlights on
48. The road is icy. You should drive slowly
A. In the highest gear possible
B. In the lowest gear possible
C. With the handbrake partly on
D. With your left foot on the brake
49. Before starting a journey it is wise to plan your route. How can you do this?
A. Look at a map
B. Contact your local garage
C. Look in your vehicle handbook
D. Check your vehicle registration document
50. At which type of crossing are cyclists allowed to ride across with pedestrians?
A. Toucan
B. Puffin
C. Pelican
D. Zebra
51. Which vehicle may have to use a different course to normal at roundabouts?
A. Sports car
B. Van
C. Estate car
D. Long vehicle
52. When travelling on ice braking distances can be
A. Three times the normal distance
B. Ten times the normal distance
C. fifteen times the normal distance
D. Six times the normal distance
53. When following a vehicle on a wet road you should leave a time gap of at least?
A. 1 second
B. 2 seconds
C. 3 seconds
D. 4 seconds
54. For which of these must you show your motor insurance certificate?
A. When you are taking your driving test
B. When buying or selling a vehicle
C. When a police office asks for it
D. When having an MOT inspection
55. There is a police car following you. The police officer flashes the headlights and points to the left. What should you do?
A. Turn left at the next junction
B. Pull up on the left
C. Stop immediately
D. Move over to the left
56. Where are you most likely to be affected by a side wind?
A. On a narrow country lane
B. On an open stretch of road
C. On a busy stretch of road
D. On a long, straight road
57. You are away from home and have to park your vehicle overnight. Where should you leave it?
A. Opposite another parked vehicle
B. In a quiet road
C. Opposite a traffic island
D. In a secure car park
58. When travelling on ice braking distances can be
A. Seven times greater than normal
B. Ten times greater than normal
C. Eight times greater than normal
D. Twice as great than normal
59. Immediately after joining a motorway you should:
A. Try to overtake
B. Move to the right hand lane
C. Keep in the left lane to get used to the speed
D. Move to the centre lane
60. In front of you is a class 3 powered vehicle (powered wheeled) driven by a disabled person. These vehicles have a maximum speed of
A. 8 mph (12 km/h)
B. 18 mph (29 km/h)
C. 28 mph (45 km/h)
D. 38 mph (61 km/h)
61. How can you use the engine of your vehicle to control your speed?
A. By changing to a lower gear
B. By selecting reverse gear
C. By changing to a higher gear
D. By selecting neutral
62. The right hand lane on a three-lane motorway is used for
A. Crusing at high speeds
B. Overtaking
C. Crusing at low speeds
D. High-sided vehicles
63. When emerging from junctions, which is most likely to obstruct your view?
A. Windscreen pillars
B. Steering wheel
C. Interior mirror
D. Windscreen wipers
64. You are travelling on a well-lit road at night in a built up area. By using dipped headlights you will be able to
A. See further along the road
B. Go at a much faster speed
C. Switch to main beam quickly
D. Be easily seen by others
65. Vehicle excise duty is often called 'Road Tax' or 'The Tax Disc'. You must
A. Keep it with your registration document
B. Display it clearly on your vehicle
C. Keep it concealed safely in your vehicle
D. Carry it on you at all times
66. The national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on a single carriageway road is
A. 30 mph
B. 40 mph
C. 50 mph
D. 60 mph
67. You are following a slow-moving vehicle on a narrow country road. There is a junction just ahead on the right. What should you do?
A. Overtake after checking your mirrors and signalling
B. Stay behind until you are past the junction
C. Accelerate quickly to pass before the junction
D. Slow down and prepare to overtake on the left
68. A trailer must stay securely hitched up to the towing vehicle. What additional safety device can be fitted to the trailer braking system?
A. Stabiliser
B. Jockey wheel
C. Corner steadies
D. Breakaway cable
69. Catalytic converters are fitted to make the
A. Engines produce more power
B. Exhaust systems easier to replace
C. Engines run quietly
D. Exhaust fumes cleaner
70. What is the nearest you can park your vehicle to a junction?
A. 10 metres
B. 15 metres
C. 20 metres
D. 22 metres
71. You are travelling in heavy rain. Your overall stopping distance is likely to be :
A. Doubled
B. Halved
C. Up to ten times greater
D. No different
72. triangular road signs give:
A. Warnings
B. Information
C. Instructions
D. Directions
73. When travelling in very heavy rain your overall stopping distance is likely to be
A. The same as normalB. TrebledC. DoubledD. Quadrupled
Explanation : MTST2 13.
74. What is the national speed limit for cars in the left-hand lane of a three-laned motorway?
A. 80 mph
B. 60 mph
C. 70 mph
D. 50 mph
75. What is the most likely cause of high fuel consumption?
A. Poor steering control
B. Accelerating around bends
C. Staying in high gears
D. Harsh braking and accelerating
76. A provisional licence holder must not drive a motor car
A. At night
B. On a dual carriageway
C. Alone
D. With passengers
77. If a trailer swerves or snakes when you are towing it you should
A. Ease off the accelerator and reduce your speed
B. Let go of the steering wheel and let it correct itself
C. Brake hard and hold the pedal down
D. Increase your speed as quickly as possible
78. What is the meaning of this sign?
A. Level crossing without barrier or gateB. Level crossing with barrier or gateC. Trams crossing aheadD. Trams only
79. If you start to feel tired whilst driving you should
A. Increase your speed to reduce your journey time
B. Decrease your speed
C. Stop at a safe place and rest
D. Turn on the radio and listen to loud music
80. You MUST obey signs giving orders. These signs are mostly in
A. Green rectangles
B. Red Triangles
C. Blue rectangles
D. Red circles
81. A long, heavily laden lorry is taking a long time to overtake you. What should you do?
A. Speed up
B. Slow down
C. Hold you speed
D. Change direction
82. You are on a well-lit motorway at night. You must
A. Use only your sidelights
B. Always use your headlights
C. Always use your rear fog lights
D. Use your headlights only in bad weather
83. You are parking your car. You have some valuables, which you are unable to take with you. What should you do?
A. Park near a police station
B. Put them under the driver's seat
C. Lock then out of sight
D. Park in an unlit side road
84. Any load that is carried on a roof rack should be
A. Securely fastened when driving
B. Loaded towards the rear of the vehicle
C. Visible in your exterior mirror
D. Covered with plastic sheeting
85. You are on a dual carriageway. Ahead you see a vehicle with an amber flashing light. What could this be?
A. An ambulance
B. A fire engine
C. A doctor on call
D. A disabled person`s vehicle
86. The most important reason for having a properly adjusted head restraint is to
A. Make you more comfortable
B. Help you to avoid neck injury
C. Help you to relax
D. Help you to maintain your driving position
87. How can you help to prevent your car radio from being stolen?
A. Park in an unlit area
B. Hide the radio with a blanket
C. Park near a busy junction
D. Install a security-coded radio
88. A strong crosswind is least likely to affect which of these vehicles?
A. Cyclists
B. Cars
C. High-sided vehicles
D. Motorcycles
89. You can use the engine of your vehicle as a brake by
A. By selecting fifth gear
B. By selecting a lower gear
C. By turning the engine off
D. By travelling with the clutch pressed down
90. You are on a country road. What should you expect to see coming towards you on YOUR side of the road?
A. Motorcyclists
B. Bicycles
C. Pedestrians
D. Horse riders
91. You may remove your seatbelt when carrying out a manoeuvre that involves
A. Reversing
B. A hill start
C. An emergency stop
D. Driving slowly
92. The main purpose of a box junction is
A. To slow traffic down
B. To prevent junctions becoming blocked by queuing traffic
C. To speed traffic up
D. To stop you turning right at a crossroads
93. Motorcyclists will often look round over their right shoulder just before turning right. This is because
A. They need to listen for following traffic
B. Motorcycles do not have mirrors
C. Look around helps them balance as they turn
D. They need to check for traffic in their blind area
94. A driver's behaviour has upset you. It may help if you
A. Stop and take a break
B. Shout abusive language
C. Gesture to them with your hand
D. Follow their car, flashing your headlights
95. You are trying to move off on snow. You should use
A. The lowest gear you can
B. The highest gear you can
C. A high engine speed
D. The handbrake and footbrake together
96. Freezing conditions will affect the distance it takes you to come to a stop. You should expect stopping distances to increase by up to
A. Two times
B. Three times
C. Five times
D. Ten times
97. When driving in snow it is best to keep in as high a gear as possible. Why is this?
A. To help you slow down quickly when you brake
B. To help prevent wheelspin
C. So that wheelspin does not cause your engine to run too fast
D. To leave a lower gear available in case of wheelspin
98. At a pelican crossing the flashing amber light means you MUST
A. Stop and wait for the green light
B. Stop and wait for the red light
C. Give way to pedestrians waiting to cross
D. Give way to pedestrians already on the crossing
99. You take some cough medicine given to you by a friend. What should you do before driving?
A. Ask your friend if taking the medicine affected their driving
B. Drink some strong coffee one hour before driving
C. Check the label to see if the medicine will affect your driving
D. Drive a short distance to see if the medicine is affecting your driving
100. You are travelling in heavy rain. Your overall stopping distance is likely to be
A. Doubled
B. Tripled
C. Up to 15 times greater
D. Quadrupled
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