Highway Code Test | LearnerDrive

Question 1 of 20 Medium

When taking the first exit (turning left) at a roundabout, what lane and signal should you use on approach?

A. Left-hand lane, no signal until on the roundabout B. Right-hand lane, signal right C. Left-hand lane, signal left D. Any lane, no signal required

Question 2 of 20 Medium

According to the Highway Code, on a road with a speed limit above 30 mph, what lighting must parked vehicles display at night?

A. Parking lights (sidelights) B. Hazard warning lights C. Full headlights D. No lights are required if the road is lit by street lamps

Question 3 of 20 Easy

What is the minimum distance at which you MUST be able to read a standard vehicle number plate in good daylight, according to the Highway Code?

A. 20 metres B. 15 metres C. 25 metres D. 10 metres

Question 4 of 20 Easy

According to the Highway Code, when should you give a signal?

A. Only when other vehicles are present B. In plenty of time, so that other road users can act on it before you change direction or speed C. Only when instructed by road signs D. After you have completed a manoeuvre

Question 5 of 20 Hard

If you are involved in a collision that causes injury to another person, what does the Highway Code say you MUST do?

A. Leave a note if the other party is not present B. Exchange details only if the other person requests it C. Stop, exchange details, and if you do not produce your insurance certificate at the time, report the collision to the police within 24 hours D. Drive on if your vehicle is still roadworthy and report it later

Question 6 of 20 Hard

When may you enter a yellow box junction even if your exit road is not clear?

A. When a traffic officer waves you through B. Never — you must always wait outside the box C. Only when turning left D. Only when turning right, and you are only prevented from doing so by oncoming traffic or vehicles turning right

Question 7 of 20 Medium

True or False: You must leave your parking lights on when parking on a road in fog.

A. True B. False

Question 8 of 20 Easy

True or False: According to the Highway Code, you should only use your mirrors when you intend to signal or change direction.

A. True B. False

Question 9 of 20 Medium

True or False: The Highway Code states you MUST NOT drive under the influence of drugs, but prescribed medicines are always permitted.

A. True B. False

Question 10 of 20 Medium

What does a lengthening white centre line with shorter gaps mean on a road?

A. You may overtake here as visibility is good B. A junction with a Give Way is ahead C. A hazard is ahead — do not cross unless you can see the road is clear D. You are approaching the end of a dual carriageway

Question 11 of 20 Easy

Under the Highway Code, who is responsible for ensuring children under 14 wear a seat belt in a car?

A. The driver B. The front seat passenger C. The oldest passenger D. The child

Question 12 of 20 Easy

At a roundabout, who must you give priority to according to the Highway Code?

A. The largest vehicle on the roundabout B. Whoever arrives at the junction first C. Vehicles entering from your left D. Traffic approaching from your right, unless signs or markings indicate otherwise

Question 13 of 20 Medium

What do red reflective road studs indicate?

A. The centre of the road B. The left edge of the road C. Emergency refuge areas on a motorway D. The right-hand edge of the carriageway

Question 14 of 20 Medium

Under what conditions may you use front or rear fog lights?

A. Whenever driving at night outside built-up areas B. At the driver's discretion in any poor weather C. Only when visibility is seriously reduced — generally when you cannot see for more than 100 metres D. Whenever it is raining heavily

Question 15 of 20 Medium

According to the Highway Code, what is the safest way to brake in normal circumstances?

A. Brake hard at the last moment to keep momentum for longer B. Use engine braking only — avoid the footbrake where possible C. Brake in a single firm application throughout D. Brake early and lightly, then more firmly as you begin to stop, easing pressure just before stopping

Question 16 of 20 Medium

True or False: The Highway Code permits using tinted glasses while driving at night if they are a prescribed medical requirement.

A. True B. False

Question 17 of 20 Medium

According to the Highway Code, where should you NOT overtake on the approach to a road junction?

A. On a wide road with a broken centre line B. At or on the approach to a road junction on either side of the road C. On a straight road with clear visibility D. On a dual carriageway

Question 18 of 20 Medium

If a driver behind is attempting to overtake you, what does the Highway Code say you should do?

A. Speed up slightly to maintain a safe gap B. Move to the right to prevent them passing C. Maintain a steady course and speed, slowing if necessary to let them pass D. Flash your hazard lights to warn them it is unsafe

Question 19 of 20 Easy

Under the Highway Code, what MUST you NOT do in relation to the pavement or footpath?

A. Park within 5 metres of a dropped kerb B. Drive on or over a pavement or footpath except to gain lawful access to property C. Stop briefly with two wheels on the kerb in a busy street D. Reverse across a pavement

Question 20 of 20 Medium

On a three-lane single carriageway, for what purposes may the middle lane be used?

A. For driving at higher speeds B. Only for HGVs and buses C. As a general driving lane if the left lane is busy D. For overtaking or turning right only