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ADI Part 1 theory test questions and answers

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When may you use your front fog lights?

You're driving at night. When can you park on the right-hand side of the road?

When may you use your vehicle's horn while you're driving in a built-up area?

Which lights should you use when you're driving in daylight and it's foggy?

What's the national speed limit on a two-way road outside a built-up area?

Your vehicle is fitted with a hands-free phone system. What's likely to happen if you use this equipment while you're driving?

You're driving a car. What should you do before answering a call on your mobile phone?

What must you display clearly on your vehicle while you're being paid to give driving lessons?

For how long is an MOT certificate normally valid?

You're parking on the road at night. When should you use parking lights?

What will a candidate be sent if they fail their driving test?

Which vehicle should display a flashing amber light when it's being used on a dual carriageway?

Who's responsible for making sure that a vehicle's not overloaded?

A driver is convicted of drinking and driving twice within 10 years. They wish to have their licence returned. Who do they have to satisfy that they do not have an alcohol problem?

Who can supervise a learner driver?

When are drivers allowed to remove their seat belt?

What should you do when you leave your car unattended?

A pupil has a friend who's agreed to help with their driving tuition. What age and driving experience must they have?

Your car is fitted with seat belts. When can a passenger travel in your car without wearing a seat belt?

Your vehicle is stationary in traffic. When are you allowed to use the horn?

What's the national speed limit for a car on a dual carriageway?

You're teaching your pupil how to reverse a car into a side road on the left. What should you teach them to do if the rear nearside tyre gently touches the kerb?

What do you need before you drive?

When will an approved driving instructor (ADI) be subject to standards checks?

Which vehicles aren't allowed to use the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway?

Tyres on cars, light vans and trailers must have a continuous tread depth of at least 1.6 mm. How much of the tyre must have this depth of tread?

What must a learner driver have before they drive on the road for the first time?

Your learner needs glasses to read a number plate at 20 metres. When must they wear them?

You've just driven out of fog. What must you do now that visibility has improved?

You're driving in fog. When should you switch on your rear fog lights?

What rules apply to a car that's being used for a driving test?

You want to use your mobile phone to make a personal call while you're driving. What must you do if it has no hands-free facility?

An approved driving instructor (ADI) must always display red L plates (in Wales, red D or L plates or both) on the car when teaching learner drivers. What else must they display if they're charging for the driving lesson?

Drivers convicted of certain dangerous driving offences are required to take an extended driving test. How does the extended test differ from the standard driving test?

You're teaching a pupil how to turn the vehicle around. Can you remove your seat belt while you're teaching this exercise?

What should you do when you park a vehicle overnight on a road with a 40 mph speed limit?

Your learner asks if you can accompany them on their driving test. What should you tell them?

What's a cover note?

You're driving with your front fog lights switched on. What must you do if the fog has cleared?

Until you're 70 years old, how often should you renew your photocard driving licence?

You're driving at night on a road that has a 30 mph speed limit. You find somewhere to park near a junction. How close to the junction are you allowed to park?

Which vehicles are not allowed to use motorways?

Your pupil, who is profoundly deaf, intends to apply for a driving test. What advice should you give them about their application?

Who can supervise a learner car driver?

A police officer asks to see your documents. You do not have them with you. How long do you have to produce them at a police station?

What would be invalidated if the car you're driving does not have a valid MOT certificate?

What restrictions are placed on someone's driving licence if they're blind in one eye?

How would it be illegal for a provisional licence holder to drive?

What should the candidate do when the examiner gives the signal for an emergency stop?

What lights should you use if daytime visibility is poor but not seriously reduced?

Why is it dangerous to leave rear fog lights on when they're not needed?

You're involved in a traffic incident. Which document will you need to produce for a police officer?

What would make a car tyre illegal?

When can you use your front fog lights?

You're driving a friend's children home from school. They're both under 14 years old. Who's responsible for making sure they wear a seat belt?

Your pupil passes their test. What's the lowest level of insurance they can get to drive on the road?

You have a pupil who is colour-blind. How will this affect their ability to drive?

What's the first thing you should do if the vehicle you're driving is involved in a collision?

At what age does a passenger become responsible for fastening their own seat belt?

When can you use a mobile phone while you're driving?

What's the nearest you may park to a junction in England, Scotland or Wales?

A child under 3 years old is travelling in the front seat of a car. What must the driver ensure?

What's the legal minimum depth of tread for a car tyre?

You're driving in fog. When should high-intensity rear fog lights be used?

You're teaching a pupil to reverse into a side road. What's the law governing your use of the seat belt?

What will happen if your pupil is taking their driving test but they cannot meet the eyesight requirements?

What restriction applies to a category B provisional licence holder?

You develop a new long term health problem. What must you do if your health affects your driving?

For how long does a driving test pass certificate remain valid?

What's the speed limit on a motorway for a car towing a trailer?

How often do you have to renew your photo on a photocard car driving licence?

Your vehicle has been involved in a collision with another vehicle. Some damage has occurred. What must you do after you've stopped?

You're leaving your vehicle unattended. How can you reduce the chance of it being broken into?

Your car is fitted with a dual accelerator pedal. What must you do before using the car for a driving test?

In Wales, what's the speed limit on a road that has street lights but no speed limit repeater signs?

The MOT certificate on your vehicle has expired. When can you drive the vehicle on the road?

A car is fitted with dual accelerator, clutch and brake pedals. Which of the pedals must be removed before the car can be used for a driving test?

Where are you not allowed to park?

You must use your headlights when visibility is seriously reduced. What distance would be classed as seriously reduced?

You've parked your vehicle on the road at night. When must you leave the parking lights switched on?

What type of car may a hearing impaired person drive?

For additional practice, your pupil's partner wishes to accompany your pupil while they drive. What rules will apply?

What should you check before driving someone else's vehicle?

You're leaving your vehicle parked on a road. When may you leave the engine running?

A disabled driver has difficulty turning their head. What will help overcome this disability when they're driving?

A car driving-test candidate with sight in only one eye passes the test. What restriction will the examiner place on their licence?

What's the minimum driving age for a person receiving the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment?

At what age does category B driving entitlement normally expire?

Which vehicles are not allowed in the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway?

Who's responsible for making sure that a 16-year-old passenger wears a seat belt?

When must you show your motor insurance certificate?

Where would parking be likely to cause an obstruction?

Under the New Drivers Act, a new driver will have their licence revoked if they get six or more penalty points on their licence. This only applies to drivers after they pass their first practical driving test. Over what period of time does it apply?

You're invited to a pub lunch. What's your best course of action if you know that you'll have to drive in the evening?

What should a driver do if they've had a few alcoholic drinks at a party?

You're driving at night. When can you park on the right-hand side of a road?

You're driving on a two-way road. There are double solid white lines along the centre of the road. What should you do if there's a stationary vehicle parked on the left?

Your pupil's passed an extended driving test after having their previous full licence revoked. How many penalty points would result in their licence being revoked again?

What should a driving test candidate do if their inertia-reel seat belt has temporarily locked and they cannot put it on at the start of their test?

A driver (not subject to the New Drivers Act) will be disqualified if they accumulate 12 or more penalty points within what period of time?

How many years after they're newly registered must cars in Great Britain have an MOT test?

Your pupil mentions that they're taking a new drug due to a medical condition. What should you do?

Do driving school L plates need to be removed?

You're parking on a road that has a 30 mph speed limit. How close are you allowed to park to a junction?

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