Test Your Driving Test Knowledge

Test your understanding of the practical driving test, from the eyesight check and Show Me, Tell Me questions to independent driving, manoeuvres and driving faults.

Test Your Driving Test Knowledge

Knowing what to expect on your practical driving test can help you feel more prepared and allow you to concentrate on demonstrating safe, independent driving.

Answer all 10 questions to check your understanding of the eyesight check, Show Me, Tell Me questions, independent driving, manoeuvres and driving test faults.

How the Knowledge Check Works

Choose the answer you think is correct. You’ll receive immediate feedback so you can identify anything you need to review.

Question 1 · Eyesight Check

How far away must you be able to read a new-style number plate at the start of your driving test?

A. 15 metres B. 20 metres C. 25 metres D. 30 metres

Correct. You must be able to read a new-style number plate from 20 metres. If you fail the eyesight check, the driving test will end.

Not quite. You must be able to read a new-style number plate from 20 metres.

Question 2 · Show Me, Tell Me

How many vehicle safety questions will you normally be asked during the car driving test?

A. One B. Three C. Two D. Four

Correct. You will normally be asked two vehicle safety questions: one Tell Me question and one Show Me question.

Not quite. You will normally be asked two vehicle safety questions.

Question 3 · Tell Me Question

When is the Tell Me vehicle safety question normally asked?

A. At the start of the test before you begin driving B. While you are driving independently C. After completing your manoeuvre D. At the end of the test

Correct. The Tell Me question is asked at the start of the test before you begin driving.

Not quite. The Tell Me question is asked at the start of the test before you begin driving.

Question 4 · Show Me Question

When will the examiner normally ask you the Show Me question?

A. Before starting the engine B. Before leaving the test centre C. After returning to the test centre D. While you are driving

Correct. The Show Me question is asked while you are driving. You should operate the requested control when it is safe to do so.

Not quite. The Show Me question is normally asked while you are driving.

Question 5 · Driving Test Length

Approximately how long will you normally drive for during a standard car driving test?

A. 20 minutes B. 35 minutes C. 50 minutes D. 60 minutes

Correct. You will normally drive for around 35 minutes during a standard car driving test.

Not quite. You will normally drive for around 35 minutes.

Question 6 · Independent Driving

During the independent driving section, what might the examiner ask you to follow?

A. A sat nav, traffic signs, or a combination of both B. Only spoken directions from the examiner C. Only road signs D. Your own sat nav

Correct. During independent driving you may be asked to follow directions from a sat nav, traffic signs, or a combination of both.

Not quite. Independent driving can involve following a sat nav, traffic signs, or a combination of both.

Question 7 · Wrong Direction

What happens if you take a wrong turning during the independent driving section?

A. You automatically fail the test B. You automatically receive a driving fault C. You are not given a fault just for taking the wrong turning D. The test has to restart

Correct. Taking a wrong turning by itself does not result in a fault. The examiner will help you get back onto the route. You can still receive a fault if you make a driving error while taking the wrong turning.

Not quite. You are not given a fault simply for taking a wrong turning. What matters is that you continue to drive safely.

Question 8 · Manoeuvres

How many reversing exercises will the examiner normally ask you to carry out during the car driving test?

A. Three B. Two C. None D. One

Correct. The examiner will normally ask you to complete one reversing exercise during the test.

Not quite. You will normally be asked to complete one reversing exercise.

Question 9 · Driving Faults

What is the maximum number of driving faults you can make and still pass, provided you make no serious or dangerous faults?

A. 10 B. 15 C. 20 D. 5

Correct. You can pass with no more than 15 driving faults, provided you have made no serious or dangerous faults.

Not quite. You can pass with no more than 15 driving faults, as long as you have no serious or dangerous faults.

Question 10 · Serious & Dangerous Faults

How many serious or dangerous faults can you make and still pass your driving test?

A. One serious fault B. Two C. None D. One of each

Correct. To pass the driving test you must have no serious or dangerous faults.

Not quite. A serious or dangerous fault means you will not pass the driving test.

Are You Ready for Test Day?

Understanding how the driving test works means there should be fewer surprises on the day. Your main job is to concentrate on driving safely, making good observations and responding appropriately to the road and traffic conditions.

If there were any questions you were unsure about, review them with your instructor before your test.

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