Rules of the Road
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- Question 1 of 48
1. Question
An MOT certificate is normally valid for
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Make a note of the date that your MOT
certificate expires. Some garages remind
you that your vehicle is due an MOT but
not all do. You may take your vehicle for
MOT up to to one month in advance and
have the certificate post dated. - Question 2 of 48
2. Question
A cover note is a document issued before
you receive yourCorrectIncorrectHint
Sometimes an insurance company will
issue a temporary insurance certificate
called a cover note. It gives you the same
insurance cover as your certificate, but
lasts for a limited period, usually one
month. - Question 3 of 48
3. Question
You have just passed your practical test.
You do not hold a full licence in another
category. Within two years you get six
penalty points on your licence. What will you
have to do?CorrectIncorrectHint
If you accumulate six or more penalty
points within two years of gaining your first
full licence it will be revoked. The six or
more points include any gained due to
offences you committed before passing
your test. If this happens you may only
drive as a learner until you pass both the
theory and practical tests again. - Question 4 of 48
4. Question
How long will a Statutory Off Road
Notification (SORN) last for?CorrectIncorrectHint
A SORN declaration allows you to keep a
vehicle off road and untaxed for 12 months.
If you want to keep your vehicle off road
beyond that you must send a further SORN
form to DVLA, or DVA in Northern Ireland. If
the vehicle is sold SORN will end and the
new owner becomes responsible
immediately. - Question 5 of 48
5. Question
What is a Statutory Off Road Notification
(SORN) declaration?CorrectIncorrectHint
If you want to keep a vehicle off the public
road you must declare SORN. It is an
offence not to do so. You then won’t have
to pay road tax. If you don’t renew the
SORN declaration or re-license the vehicle,
you will incur a penalty. - Question 6 of 48
6. Question
A Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN)
declaration isCorrectIncorrectHint
This will enable you to keep a vehicle off
the public road for 12 months without
having to pay road tax. You must send a
further SORN declaration after 12 months. - Question 7 of 48
7. Question
A Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) is
validCorrectIncorrectHint
If you want to keep a vehicle off the public
road you must declare SORN. It is an
offence not to do so. You then won’t have
to pay road tax for that vehicle. You will
incur a penalty after 12 months if you don’t
renew the SORN declaration, or re-license
the vehicle. If you sell the vehicle the SORN
declaration ends and the new owner
should declare SORN or re-license the
vehicle. - Question 8 of 48
8. Question
A Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) will
lastCorrectIncorrectHint
If you are keeping a vehicle, or vehicles, off
road and don’t want to pay road tax you
must declare SORN. You must still do this
even if the vehicle is incapable of being
used, for example it may be under
restoration or being stored. After 12
months you must send another SORN
declaration or re-license your vehicle. You
will be fined if you don’t do this. The SORN
will end if you sell the vehicle and the new
owner will be responsible immediately. - Question 9 of 48
9. Question
What is the maximum specified fine for
driving without insurance?CorrectIncorrectHint
It is a serious offence to drive without
insurance. As well as a heavy fine you may
be disqualified or incur penalty points. - Question 10 of 48
10. Question
Who is legally responsible for ensuring that a
Vehicle Registration Certificate (V5C) is
updated?CorrectIncorrectHint
It is your legal responsibility to keep the
details of your Vehicle Registration
Certificate (V5C) up to date. You should tell
the licensing authority of any changes.
These include your name, address, or
vehicle details. If you don’t do this you may
have problems when you sell your vehicle. - Question 11 of 48
11. Question
For which of these MUST you show your
insurance certificate?CorrectIncorrectHint
You MUST be able to produce your valid
insurance certificate when requested by a
police officer. If you can’t do this
immediately you may be asked to take it to
a police station. Other documents you may
be asked to produce are your driving
licence and MOT certificate. - Question 12 of 48
12. Question
You must have valid insurance before you
canCorrectIncorrectHint
You MUST have valid insurance before you
can apply for a tax disc. Your vehicle will
also need to have a valid MOT certificate, if
applicable. You can apply on-line, at certain
post offices or by post. It is illegal and can
be dangerous to drive without valid
insurance or an MOT. - Question 13 of 48
13. Question
Your vehicle needs a current MOT
certificate. Until you have one you will NOT
be able toCorrectIncorrectHint
If your vehicle is required to have an MOT
certificate you will need to make sure this is
current before you are able to renew your
tax disc (also known as vehicle excise
duty). You can renew online, by phone or
by post. - Question 14 of 48
14. Question
Which THREE of these do you need before
you can use a vehicle on the road legally?CorrectIncorrectHint
Using a vehicle on the road illegally carries
a heavy fine and can lead to penalty points
on your licence. Things you MUST have
include, a valid driving licence, a current
valid tax disc, and proper insurance cover. - Question 15 of 48
15. Question
When you apply to renew your Vehicle
Excise Duty (tax disc) you must haveCorrectIncorrectHint
Tax discs can be renewed at post offices,
vehicle registration offices, online, or by
post. When applying make sure you have
all the relevant valid documents, including
MOT where applicable. - Question 16 of 48
16. Question
A police officer asks to see your documents.
You do not have them with you. You may be
asked to take them to a police station withinCorrectIncorrectHint
You don’t have to carry the documents for
your vehicle around with you. If a police
officer asks to see them and you don’t
have them with you, you may be asked to
produce them at a police station within
seven days. - Question 17 of 48
17. Question
When you apply to renew your vehicle
excise licence (tax disc) what must you
have?CorrectIncorrectHint
Tax discs can be renewed, online, at most
post offices, your nearest vehicle
registration office or by post to the licensing
authority. Make sure you have or take all
the relevant documents with your
application. - Question 18 of 48
18. Question
When should you update your Vehicle
Registration Certificate?CorrectIncorrectHint
As the registered keeper of a vehicle it is up
to you to inform DVLA (DVA in Northern
Ireland) of any changes in your vehicle or
personal details, for example, change of
name or address. You do this by
completing the relevant section of the
Registration Certificate and sending it to
them. - Question 19 of 48
19. Question
To drive on the road learners MUST
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Before you drive on the road you MUST
have a valid provisional licence, for the
category of vehicle that you’re driving. It
must show your signature, it isn’t valid
without it. - Question 20 of 48
20. Question
Before driving anyone else’s motor vehicle
you should make sure thatCorrectIncorrectHint
Driving a vehicle without insurance cover is
illegal. If you cause injury to anyone or
damage to property, it could be very
expensive and you could also be subject to
a criminal prosecution. You can arrange
insurance cover with, an insurance
company, a broker and some motor
manufacturers or dealers. - Question 21 of 48
21. Question
Your car needs an MOT certificate. If you
drive without one this could invalidate yourCorrectIncorrectHint
If your vehicle requires an MOT certificate,
it’s illegal to drive it without one. The only
exceptions are that you may drive to a prearranged
MOT test appointment, or to a
garage for repairs required for the test. As
well as being illegal, the vehicle may also
be unsafe for use on the road and could
endanger you, any passengers, and other
road users. - Question 22 of 48
22. Question
How old must you be to supervise a learner
driver?CorrectIncorrectHint
As well as being at least 21 years old you
must hold a full EC/EEA driving licence for
the category of vehicle being driven and
have held that licence for at least three
years. - Question 23 of 48
23. Question
A newly qualified driver must
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It is your responsibility to make sure you
are properly insured for the vehicle you are
driving. - Question 24 of 48
24. Question
You have third party insurance. What does
this cover?CorrectIncorrectHint
Third party insurance doesn’t cover
damage to your own vehicle or injury to
yourself. If you have a crash and your
vehicle is damaged you might have to carry
out the repairs at your own expense - Question 25 of 48
25. Question
Vehicle excise duty is often called ‘Road
Tax’ or ‘The Tax Disc’. You mustCorrectIncorrectHint
The tax disc should be displayed at the
bottom of the windscreen on the nearside
(left-hand side). This allows it to be easily
seen from the kerbside. It must be current,
and you can’t transfer the disc from vehicle
to vehicle. - Question 26 of 48
26. Question
Your vehicle needs a current MOT
certificate. You do not have one. Until you
do have one you will not be able to renew
yourCorrectIncorrectHint
When you renew your road tax disc you
need to produce a current, valid MOT
certificate for your vehicle. - Question 27 of 48
27. Question
Which THREE pieces of information are
found on a vehicle registration document?CorrectIncorrectHint
Every vehicle used on the road has a
registration certificate. This is issued by the
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
or Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) in
Northern Ireland. The document shows
vehicle details including, date of first
registration, registration number, previous
keeper, registered keeper, make of vehicle,
engine size and chassis number, year of
manufacture and colour. - Question 28 of 48
28. Question
You have a duty to contact the licensing
authority whenCorrectIncorrectHint
The licensing authority need to keep their
records up to date. They send out a
reminder when your road tax is due and
need your current address to send this to
you. Every vehicle in the country is
registered, so it’s possible to trace its
history. - Question 29 of 48
29. Question
You must notify the licensing authority when
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The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
(DVLA) hold the records of all vehicles and
drivers in Great Britain (DVA in Northern
Ireland). They need to know of any change
in circumstances so that they can keep
their records up to date. Your health might
affect your ability to drive safely. Don’t risk
endangering your own safety or that of
other road users. - Question 30 of 48
30. Question
The cost of your insurance may reduce if
youCorrectIncorrectHint
The cost of insurance varies with your age
and how long you have been driving.
Usually, the younger you are the more
expensive it is, especially if you are under
25 years of age.
The Pass Plus scheme provides additional
training to newly qualified drivers. Pass Plus
is recognised by many insurance
companies and taking this extra training
could give you reduced insurance
premiums, as well as improving your skills
and experience. - Question 31 of 48
31. Question
Which of the following may reduce the cost
of your insurance?CorrectIncorrectHint
The aim of the Pass Plus course is to build
up your skills and experience. It is
recognised by some insurance companies,
who reward people completing the scheme
with cheaper insurance premiums. - Question 32 of 48
32. Question
To supervise a learner driver you must
CorrectIncorrectHint
Don’t just take someone’s word that they
are qualified to supervise you. The person
who sits alongside you while you are
learning should be a responsible adult and
an experienced driver. - Question 33 of 48
33. Question
Your car requires an MOT certificate. When is it legal to drive it without an MOT certificate?
CorrectIncorrectHint
When a car is three years old (four years old in Northern Ireland), it must pass an MOT test and have a valid MOT certificate before it can be used on the road. Exceptionally, you may
- drive to a pre-arranged test appointment or to a garage for repairs required for the test
- drive vehicles that are more than 40 years old without an MOT test, but they must be in a roadworthy condition before being used on the road. See GOV.UK for more details.
- Question 34 of 48
34. Question
A new car will need its first MOT test when it’s how old?
CorrectIncorrectHint
The vehicle you drive must be roadworthy and in good condition. If it’s over three years old, it must pass an MOT test to remain in use on the road (unless it’s exempt from the MOT test – see GOV.UK).
- Question 35 of 48
35. Question
The Pass Plus scheme has been created for
new drivers. What is its main purpose?CorrectIncorrectHint
New drivers are far more vulnerable on the
road and more likely to be involved in
incidents and collisions. The Pass Plus
scheme has been designed to improve
new drivers’ basic skills and help widen
their driving experience. - Question 36 of 48
36. Question
Your vehicle is insured third party only. This
coversCorrectIncorrectHint
This type of insurance cover is usually
cheaper than comprehensive. However, it
does not cover any damage to your own
vehicle or property. It only covers damage
and injury to others. - Question 37 of 48
37. Question
What is the legal minimum insurance cover
you must have to drive on public roads?CorrectIncorrectHint
The minimum insurance required by law is
third party cover. This covers others
involved in a collision but not damage to
your vehicle. Basic third party insurance
won’t cover theft or fire damage. Check
with your insurance company for advice on
the best cover for you and make sure that
you read the policy carefully. - Question 38 of 48
38. Question
You claim on your insurance to have your
car repaired. Your policy has an excess of
£100. What does this mean?CorrectIncorrectHint
Having an excess on your policy will help to
keep down the premium, but if you make a
claim you will have to pay the excess
yourself, in this case £100. - Question 39 of 48
39. Question
The Pass Plus scheme is designed to
CorrectIncorrectHint
After passing your practical driving test you
can take further training. This is known as
the Pass Plus scheme. It is designed to
improve your basic driving skills and
involves a series of modules including night
time and motorway driving. The sort of
things you may not have covered whilst
learning. - Question 40 of 48
40. Question
By taking part in the Pass Plus scheme you
willCorrectIncorrectHint
The Pass Plus scheme can be taken after
you’ve passed your practical driving test.
Ask your ADI for details. It is designed to
improve your basic driving skills. By
successfully completing the course you
may get a discount on your insurance. - Question 41 of 48
41. Question
The Pass Plus scheme is aimed at all newly
qualified drivers. It enables them toCorrectIncorrectHint
The Pass Plus scheme was created by
DSA for newly qualified drivers. It aim’s to
widen their driving experience and improve
basic skills. After passing the practical
driving test additional professional training
can be taken with an Approved Driving
Instructor (ADI). Some insurance
companies also offer discounts to holders
of a Pass Plus certificate. You will find more
information in Drive On magazine. - Question 42 of 48
42. Question
New drivers can take further training after
passing the practical test. A Pass Plus
course will help toCorrectIncorrectHint
Novice drivers are in much more danger
than experienced drivers. They can often
be involved in collisions soon after passing
their test, sometimes with tragic results.
The Pass Plus scheme gives structured
training to help new drivers improve basic
skills and widen their experience. Approved
Driving Instructors (ADIs) will be able to
advise of the benefits. - Question 43 of 48
43. Question
The Pass Plus Scheme is operated by DSA
for newly qualified drivers. It is intended toCorrectIncorrectHint
The Pass Plus scheme provides a wide
range of driving experience accompanied
by a qualified instructor. There is no test
and when completed you may get a
reduction in insurance costs. It can help to
improve basic skills, reduce the risk of
having a collision and make you a safer
driver. - Question 44 of 48
44. Question
For which of these must you show your
motor insurance certificate?CorrectIncorrectHint
When you take out motor insurance you’ll
be issued with a certificate. This contains
details explaining who and what is insured.
If a police officer asks to see your
insurance certificate you must produce it at
the time or at a police station within a
specified period. You also need to have
current valid insurance when renewing your
vehicle excise duty (road tax). - Question 45 of 48
45. Question
Which THREE of these do you need before
you can drive legally?CorrectIncorrectHint
Make sure that you have a valid driving
licence and proper insurance cover before
driving any vehicle. These are legal
requirements, as is displaying a valid tax
disc in the vehicle. - Question 46 of 48
46. Question
A friend wants to help you learn to drive.
They must beCorrectIncorrectHint
Helping someone to drive is a responsible
task. Before learning to drive you’re
advised to find a qualified Approved Driving
Instructor (ADI) to teach you. This will
ensure that you’re taught the correct
procedures from the start. - Question 47 of 48
47. Question
Your motor insurance policy has an excess
of £100. What does this mean?CorrectIncorrectHint
This is a method used by insurance
companies to keep annual premiums
down. Generally, the higher the excess you
choose to pay, the lower the annual
premium you will be charged. - Question 48 of 48
48. Question
How long after first registration must a motorcycle have its first MOT test?
CorrectIncorrectHint
Any motorcycle you ride must be in good condition and roadworthy. If it’s over three years old, it must have a valid MOT test certificate (unless it’s exempt from the MOT test – see GOV.UK).